Ritz Carlton, Guangzhou and the Fabulous Lai Heen Restaurant

It is all about Asia tonight, sparked by memories of a recent visit to the amazing Ritz Carlton, Guangzhou. One of the best things about my visit was a memorable meal in the lai heen room. The many courses were matched by various teas; they have close to a hundred different types. The large spinning center table was filled with delicacies that will long be remembered.

Cantonese cuisine is said to be the finest China, it certainly was well represented at lai heen, Dim Sum delight. One of my favorite things about Ritz properties is the fantastic dining venues, a rarity in the hotel world.

Ritz Carlton in Guanzhou, a Feminine Hand

z Carleton, Guangzhou, a Feminine Hand

Newsweek proclaims that despite a worldwide economic melt, China had a very good year. From my perfect perch on the 35th floor of the Guangzhou Ritz Carlton, I can believe it. Below and above new buildings are sprouting like mushrooms after a rain. This part of Guangzhou is called Pearl River New City and it will indeed be a new city.

On another front the RC is headed by a new woman GM, the energetic Michelle Caporicci, a southern California native. That news has spread like wildfire in the media here. Things are changing in China and Ritz is playing a leading role here, first as an anchor for New City and second by the high posting of a most talented GM. My experience here has given me plenty of face time with her. A more hands on GM, I have never met. Things here are certainly looking up, literally.

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Ritz Carlton, Cathay Pacific and Guangzhou A Winning Combination

Sometimes when I am flying half way around the world I get a little anxious, just a bit. This time though I have nothing but great vibes about my trip to China tomorrow. When you have Ritz Carlton and Cathay Pacific doing the planning, your mind should be at ease. The long flight to Guangzhou will be made much easier with totally flat seats and 300 movie choices, not to mention great wine and food choices.

The Ritz Guangzhou is known as world class, what Ritz isn’t? The rooms have a bird’s eye view of the opera house and mighty Pearl River. A winning combination that is such a win, win.