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Sip on THAT [3]

California, New York and Florida lead the United States in wine consumption

I wonder if that has anything to do with Cab & Cab....??? HMMMMMM!!! Nonetheless, keep it up Floridians...sip on THAT!

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Can you Can Can?

It has been a glorious long weekend. Tomorrow in class each team is expected to update the entire class on what they have been up to; but at the end of the long weekend here is where we stand so far. More in depth updates shall follow the presentations during tomorrow's class.

Anticipation/Marketing & Sponsorships

The marketing teams are excited about Cabot Cheese donating cheeses for Cab & Cab and have plans to begin distributing rack cards this week!

Atmosphere

Atmosphere is eagerly awaiting responses to their inquiries about the price of tenting our courtyard.

Activities

The Activities team has spruced up the RFP and Production Schedule and are just waiting to find out the exact room sizes by using Meeting Matrix. They have continued to contact numerous entertainment companies and are waiting to hear back from them. Thursday, they were putting together a “Draft” Entertainment Plan, and look forward to making a Production Schedule for attendees and a detailed one for our class as soon as all the entertainment has been booked. Also, they are going to put a blurb on the Rosen LISTSERV asking for student volunteers for the walking entertainment. 

Classmates: Uncorked - Cab & Cab Marketing Leader, Jeri

I LOVE Classmates: Uncorked! Check it out....!

Classmates Uncorked (Jeri Jackson)

Cheese? PLEASE!

Thank you Cabot Cheese for donating lots of delicious cheese for Cab and Cab! We are excited...and so are the tummies of all our guests!

Wine That You Won't Whine About...

Hopefully everyone is enjoying this wonderful Valentine's Monday! Why not surprise your significant other with a romantic date that's NOT on Valentines Day and enjoy an evening at Cab & Cab on April 16...? Just sayin'....


Valentine's Monday or not, the updates are in for your reading pleasure! Here is what we have been working on:

Anticipation/Marketing & Sponsorships

Kara went on Friday and handed out information (sponsorship packets and flyers) with Ms. Bunn about Cab & Cab to the attendees of the VisitOrlando Hot Topic session.  We handed out approx. 30 flyers and some businesses grabbed packets too!  There was a really good response and everyone seemed really excited! 

The Anticipation/Marketing team is so eager to get the rack cards into their hands! The proof was beautiful! They are excited!! 
Again, to contact the Anticipation/Marketing team, email them rosencabcab11@gmail.com  
or the Sponsorship team can be reached at cabcab2011@hotmail.com.

Arrival/Amenities

The Arrival team is getting the registration page up and running and still working on securing signage for Cab & Cab. Everyone is working hard and looking forward to a great event!

Appetite

Appetite team members are thinking about adding dishes with lamb in them, pesto pastas, strawberry, feta cheese and almond salad... foods that combine all ingredients that are in season. They want a fresh and light menu that will compliment the wine paired with it.  Because of the warmer weather, they don't want heavy foods that will make our guests feel too full and uncomfortable--instead, we are going for a classic menu with a twist that will surely impress the pallets of all the wonderful attendees.

Atmosphere

Atmosphere has been working on putting together the theme-ing of the courtyard.  We are looking into sheer tenting to keep some shade during the heat of the day, as well as deep red linens with black lace overlays for the tables.  There is just a lot of ideas flowing right now, and the team is pricing things out and coming up with all of the possibilities!

Activities

It has been decided that the entertainment will consist of three different acts as well as walking entertainment. The walking entertainment will be things such as magicians, frozen statues, etc. They will entertain the guests during their eating and drinking breaks. The three acts will consist of two "old world" more classic performances such as Can Can and Cabaret. The third act will be more "new world" and contemporary such as Chicago or Moulin Rouge. They've been busy finalizing what types of acts they want for each section of Cab and Cab and have been contacting local DMCs and Entertainment Companies. They finalized the Production Schedule as well as the RFP. Now we are just waiting to hear back from the companies we have contacted to see what they have to offer!

Classmates: Uncorked - Cab & Cab Co-Leader, Jillian

 Appropriately enough, we will feature your very own Cab & Cab 2011 Co-Leader, Jillian Roksvaag. Read on! Cheers!
 Classmates: Uncorked (Jillian)

"Classmates: Uncorked!" [update]

The form for "Classmates: Uncorked!" should be able to be downloaded as a word document, altered to feature your personal info, saved and emailed back as an attachment to Amanda Katsch [akatsch@aol.com] or the marketing team [rosencabcab11@gmail.com]. We apologize for any technical difficulties that anyone may have had and can't wait to see the fun things you all want to share! THANKS!

Cabaret and Cabernet: in 416 words or less...

What exactly is Cabaret and Cabernet, you ask? Why should I go? Who will be there? Well, fret not...we have your answers and an update right here: 

Cabaret and Cabernet: in 416 words or less... 

(like 4/16/11...get it?)

Who: Cabaret and Cabernet is an event we are producing for YOU...that's the community, hospitality industry professionals, UCF students, faculty, alumni and anyone and everyone who is in town in time to enjoy our event! 

What: Savor the classic and sample the contemporary as you stroll through an evening showcase of Broadway inspired entertainment, food and wine.

When: Saturday April 16, 2011 from 6:30 - 9:30pm (Check in at 6:00pm)

Where: The Rosen College of Hospitality Management Campus

9907 Universal Blvd. Orlando, FL 32819 [phone: (407) 903-8000]

Why: This will be an evening to remember created and orchestrated by Rosen College Event Management students, with proceeds benefiting the Event Management Program.  If you did not know it, Rosen College has the only 4 year Bachelor of Science Degree in the country.

How: Tickets can be purchased online through the Rosen College store at http://hospitality.ucf.edu/!

Below are some updates on all of the things we are doing to guarantee the success of our event:

Anticipation/Marketing

The anticipation group is producing fabulous marketing materials, and plan to have "rack cards" that are gorgeous and ready to go within the next week! We also plan to have the press release LAUNCHED any day now!

Anticipation/Sponsorships

The sponsorship team has sponsorship packets ready to rock and roll! If you would like to communicate with them regarding sponsorship opportunities for Cab & Cab 2011, they can be reached at: cabcab2011@hotmail.com

Arrival/Amenities

The Arrival team is working hard nailing down a sponsor to provide signage and programs for the event. They want everyone to know where they're going and when! Online ticket sales will open up soon, so keep checking back!

The Amenities team is researching some exciting take homes gifts for the attendees! They also have some personalized gift ideas for those buying corporate tables, as well as for sponsors! Not only will you leave the event with a smile and a full stomach, but you'll also have something that will remind you of what a great time you had at Cab & Cab!

Appetite

The appetite group is coming up with some really amazing treats for everyone to enjoy during Cab & Cab! We don't want to spoil all of the details, but they have talked with the class that will be cooking all of these delectable goodies.  They, too, are impressed with their choices and excited to make culinary dreams come true!

Atmosphere

Atmosphere worked this week on creating a general production schedule for the event. They also started putting together a color scheme of Black, Red, and White!

Activities
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ALL CLASSMATES:

Is your Knights Email address listed in ecommunity? Log on to myUCF and go to online course tools. Scroll to the bottom where is says "ecommunity" and select Event Management II. On the top left select "profile" and enter your knights email to be sure that you are getting all emails sent out to the whole class. THANKS!!

Sip on THAT [2]

Did you know that the proper glass is crucial for maximum enjoyment of your favorite bubbly? A Champagne glass should be tall and slender with a stem long enough so that you don't hold the glass by the bowl (which will warm your champagne!). Flute shaped glasses are most common, but tulip-shaped glasses can be used for all types of Champagne and are particularly ideal when drinking "the good stuff" like vintage Champagne and prestige cuvées because it will help unleash the wine's aromas. An alternative to both is a shorter glass with a much wider bowl called a "coupe". This is not recommended as the surface area exposed makes the bubbles disappear quickly. So grab your favorite glassware and Sip on THAT!

(above: Tulip, Flute, Coupe)