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As Fort Worth begins to shimmer with holiday lights and the air fills with the scent of cinnamon and cedar, The Crescent Hotel becomes the city’s most elegant setting for seasonal celebration. Between indulgent dining, glowing social spaces, and the signature warmth of Texas hospitality, this is where the magic of the holidays takes on a new level of sophistication.
The Crescent Hotel, recently named the No. 1 Hotel in Texas by Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards, transforms each December into a refined winter retreat. From the moment you arrive, festive touches create a sense of wonder – flickering candles in the lobby, evergreen accents that echo the Cultural District’s golden tones, and the hum of joyful gatherings that seem to fill every corner.
It’s a place where guests and locals alike come to reconnect, indulge, and unwind – all within steps of Fort Worth’s finest cultural landmarks and shopping destinations.
At the heart of The Crescent’s holiday season is Emilia’s, where Executive Chef Preston Paine crafts menus inspired by Mediterranean ingredients and Texas warmth. This time of year, the kitchen glows with creativity – roasted meats, aromatic herbs, and fresh winter produce combine to form dishes that are both comforting and refined.
Guests gather for celebratory dinners beneath soft lighting, savoring seasonal entrées like herb-crusted lamb, seared scallops, and rich risottos infused with saffron and local mushrooms. The restaurant’s award-winning wine list, recognized by Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence, adds another layer of delight, pairing each course with perfectly balanced notes.
And for those who prefer their mornings merry, Emilia’s Weekend Brunch brings a festive twist to Fort Worth’s favorite gathering ritual – think pumpkin-spice waffles, spiced mimosas, and the hotel’s signature mimosa trolley, rolling table to table with bubbles and fresh juices.
For an experience as rare as it is intimate, The Blue Room offers an elevated six-course tasting menu available only on Friday and Saturday evenings. Each week, Chef Paine reimagines the menu around Texas-sourced ingredients, presenting a creative expression of the season’s finest flavors.
In December, expect elegant courses that showcase the art of winter dining – buttery seafood, locally raised beef, delicate sauces infused with herbs and wine. The ambiance is candlelit and quiet, inviting guests to linger and savor. It’s a meal that feels like a celebration in itself – a thoughtful gift to share with someone special.
No holiday stay is complete without a stop at The Circle Bar, the hotel’s vibrant social hub. By day, it’s a cozy escape for espresso and conversation; by night, it glows with festive spirit. Seasonal cocktails like spiced old fashioneds, cranberry spritzes, and cinnamon-infused martinis bring warmth to every toast.
Friday evenings feature live music, drawing both guests and locals to unwind together after days filled with shopping, art, and celebration. The atmosphere is sophisticated yet unpretentious – the perfect reflection of Fort Worth itself.
Beyond the dining tables, The Crescent Hotel creates an entire holiday experience. Guests can pair their stay with rejuvenating treatments at the Canyon Ranch Wellness Club + Spa, or stroll through nearby attractions like the Kimbell Art Museum and Sundance Square, where festive lights and seasonal performances add to the city’s magic.
Each return to The Crescent feels like coming home – greeted by soft lighting, plush interiors, and a sense of calm that makes the season’s pace fade away.
This holiday season, let The Crescent Hotel be your gathering place – where every meal, every toast, and every quiet moment feels touched by something extraordinary.
Reserve your festive getaway or holiday dinner at The Crescent Hotel Fort Worth and discover how luxury, warmth, and wonder come together in the heart of the Cultural District.
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