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HEART OF THE COMMONWEALTH: Profiles of Excellence 155 I n 1989, Central Massachusetts welcomed the Beechwood Hotel to the neighborhood. is new hotel provided the perfect place for guests to receive outstanding service, first class lodgings and exceptional amenities. Twenty-one years later, the Beechwood added a jewel to its crown with the opening of Ceres Bistro. While Ceres Bistro makes a convenient dining option for Beechwood guests, the restaurant, which seats 200, offers the local community a comfortable, inviting atmosphere in which to enjoy a hearty breakfast, a casual lunch with friends, a business dinner or Sunday brunch. e understated, contemporary décor features privacy booths and a swanky oval bar where guests can relax with the newest cocktail or a glass of wine. In the center of the room, a stained glass ceiling dome serves as a conversation starter. Ceres features several meeting rooms suitable for any occasion, whether an intimate get-together for two or a business event for 60. For private parties, Ceres Bistro's cozy, 30-seat clubroom opens onto the garden patio, providing a pleasant, peaceful environment. e restaurant's 60-seat wine room is ideal for a medium-size group that likes to sample the fruit of the vine during a family celebration or corporate event. As many as 200 guests can take advantage of alfresco dining on Ceres' outdoor patio where chefs create tempting cuisine on the grill and bartenders demonstrate their mixology skills, all in a pastoral setting. During the summer months, musical artists bring their own special entertainment style to the patio, leading to lively toe- tapping and sing-alongs with guests. Ceres has won a number of awards, including the Open Table "Diners' Choice Winner," and TV Diner's Gold Plate Award. Phantom Gourmet proclaims Ceres, "the coolest, classiest" of everyday restaurants. Spotlighting steaks with a balance of seafood, chops and vegetable dishes, Ceres emphasizes fresh, locally sourced ingredients at an affordable price. No wonder the restaurant is such a culinary hit! e Beechwood also hosts numerous meetings throughout the year and has become a favorite location for holiday parties, graduations, anniversaries and corporate retreats. e grand ballroom and terrace can accommodate up to 400, and 13 meeting rooms serve groups from 20 to 400. All meeting spaces contain state- of-the-art audiovisual equipment and free Wi-Fi. Couples are invited to wed in the historic, non- denominational chapel, which was originally part of the former Worcester City Hospital, and then hold their reception in the adjoining ballroom and terrace. Travelers who choose the Beechwood will be rewarded with the usual amenities as well as with excellent concierge service. Intelity, an exclusive computer system, enables guests and staff to interact virtually through in-room iPads. Hospitality is the main goal of the hotel and dining industry. Ask Mark Waxler, vice president and general manager, to explain what staying at the Beechwood and dining at Ceres Bistro is like and he'll tell you, "It's everything you deserve." For the best in accommodations and fresh, casual dining, individuals need look no farther than the Beechwood Hotel and Ceres Bistro. n Whether you live in the neighborhood or are just passing through the City, a visit to this full-service hotel and unique restaurant offers a memorable experience. Beechwood Hotel and Ceres Bistro P h oto s / C o u R t e s y