ACFC and Yaamava’ Join Forces to Promote Youth Soccer in Los Angeles.

LOS ANGELES (November 16, 2021) ‒ Today, Angel City Football Club (ACFC) announced
Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel as the team’s official casino partner. With this
sponsorship, Yaamava’ and ACFC will support the youth of the Inland Empire region of Southern
California through a series of soccer camps that will help promote physical activity and education.

“Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel is delighted to announce our partnership with Angel
City Football Club,” said Rikki Tanenbaum, Chief Operating Officer for the San Manuel Band of
Mission Indians. “The Tribe partners with organizations that share its values, and ACFC’s mission
to strengthen our Southern California communities through the empowerment of youth and
greater inclusivity is one that resonates with us deeply.”

"Our partnership with Yaamava' is a long-anticipated announcement, and we are proud to
welcome them as a founding partner,” said ACFC Head of Revenue Jessica Smith. “Our goal at
Angel City is to make an impact that spreads far and wide across the vast region within and
adjacent to Los Angeles. With Yaamava', we are expanding our footprint of community impact to
the Inland Empire, starting with our one-of-a-kind youth clinics.”

Because of our shared values and commitment to strengthening our communities, Yaamava’ and
ACFC will activate the Angel City Sponsorship Model, structured for every team partner to make a
charitable impact in the Inland Empire. In addition to the camps, our collective impact will include
hosting a local Inland Empire Youth Team to an ACFC VIP game experience starting in the club’s
inaugural 2022 season.

ACFC’s community coaches will run a soccer clinic for 150 youth players, ages 7-14, in San
Bernardino. With a focus on the local schools in which most children qualify for free or reduced
lunches, ACFC and Yaamava’ will deliver a unique combination of soccer training and personal
development for all participants. In addition to the clinic itself, ACFC will donate new soccer
equipment, including balls and pinnies, to a local sports program.

ABOUT ANGEL CITY FOOTBALL CLUB
Angel City Football Club (ACFC), the 11th member of the National Women's Soccer League, will
take the pitch in Spring 2022 and call Banc of California Stadium in downtown Los Angeles their
home. The team is founded by Academy Award-winning actress and activist Natalie Portman,
technology venture capitalist Kara Nortman, media and gaming entrepreneur Julie Uhrman, and
venture capitalist, 776 founder and Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian. Freya Coombe will lead
the team as the first-ever head coach and US Women’s National Team star, and LA-native
Christen Press is the team’s first signing. Learn more about ACFC at www.angelcity.com and
follow the team on social media @weareangelcity.

Modern American steakhouse reopens in stunning new space.

HIGHLAND, CALIF. (November 1, 2021) – The Pines Modern Steakhouse, an award-winning fine dining venue, at Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel (formerly San Manuel Casino) recently reopened in a stunning new space with an updated menu featuring specialty items and high-end offerings of meat, seafood, wine, spirits and more. To celebrate the relaunch of The Pines, guests can indulge in premium and unique offerings, including a $5,000 cocktail made with Patron Lalique Extra Añejo and 1985 Salon Cuvee 'S' Le Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut served in keepsake Versace crystal glassware, a $5,000 Wagyu burger and Screaming Eagle Cabernet pairing, a $5,000 Japanese Wagyu trio paired with a bottle of 2011 Petrus, and a $10,000 ultra rare single barrel scotch flight paired with a set of luxe chocolates from House of Dorchester.

Since its debut in 2008, The Pines Modern Steakhouse has earned numerous accolades and awards, including the coveted Wine Spectator Award of Excellence in 2021. As Yaamava’ Resort & Casino expands, grows, and evolves—so does The Pines.The new elevated aesthetic, where luxury and glamour meet modern innovation and design, also pays homage to the culture of the Serrano people. A swooping, bent wood ceiling portraying an oversized basket weave pattern is reminiscent of a critical part of the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians’ culture. Hearty materials like walnut, tumbled stone tile and burnished metals are a nod to the rougher, untamed side of nature representing the rugged San Bernardino mountains, the Tribe’s ancestral land. The Pines now boasts a 182-capacity dining room as well as a lounge, full-service bar seating and intimate 20-person private dining room.

“The Pines Modern Steakhouse is a product of our love for the art of the ultimate epicurean experience with a focus on creating a remarkable experience for our guests,” said David Kopasz, Chief Operating Officer, Hospitality at Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel. “In my two decades in the food and beverage industry, I’ve never been more excited or proud of a restaurant debut.”

The Pines reopening signals another milestone as Yaamava’ Resort & Casino continues its ongoing expansion. Fans of the former Pines will find some of their award-winning favorites in the company of even more rare and high-end collections of meat, seafood, wine, and spirits. The Pines offers top-tier Midwestern prime cuts of beef, the cult favorite Santa Carota Ribeye, three different cuts of A5+ Japanese Wagyu—with the Soya Black Wagyu Beef from Hokkaido, Japan, only available in a handful of restaurants in the U.S.— as well as delectable seafood offerings, caviar service and a dessert menu that will evoke nostalgic childhood memories with flavors presented in an upscale and sophisticated manner. For the full menu, click here.

“When crafting the menu, our guests were top of mind. If it wasn’t the highest quality, it didn’t make the cut. We sourced only the best of the best to create this world-class menu,” said Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel Executive Chef Matt Smith.

To celebrate the new experience at The Pines Modern Steakhouse, the Yaamava’ Resort and Casino food and beverage team developed and unveiled several special offerings to mark this occasion.

The Secret Margarita - Corazon de Añejo | $5,000

This ultra-exclusive cocktail made for two features Patron Lalique Extra Añejo (an exclusive collaboration between Patron and Lalique, the masters of French crystal) and 1985 Salon Cuvee 'S' Le Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut (a sparkling, complex and traditional style of Champagne produced by Champagne Salon in the Champagne region of France). The drink is served in Versace Medusa Lumiere Haze Champagne Flutes, which guests keep after enjoying.

Wagyu Burger and 100-point Cabernet |$5,000
A Wagyu burger between a house-made seeded brioche bun, with seared Hudson Valley Foie Gras, white truffle oil, truffle aioli, truffle gouda and black garlic-porcini butter caramelized onion. Served with hand-cut duck-fat-fried Kennebec fries and Béarnaise sauce. Paired with 2011 Screaming Eagle, a California red wine done in an old-world style – an extremely rare 100-point wine.

Japanese Wagyu Trio and 100-point wine Pairing |$5,000
A combination of the three Signature A5+ Japanese Wagyu Steaks, offered at The Pines in 4oz form: Olive Fed Wagyu Ribeye, Miyazaki Strip, Soya Black Beef Tenderloin presented on lava rock stone with your choice of two sauces and English Maldon Sea Salt. Paired with Petrus 2011, a French, merlot-driven wine from Pomerol.

The Golden Age - 50 Year Single Malt Scotch Flight + Luxe Chocolate Assortment | $10,000
A tasting flight (1 oz each) of four of the rarest and sought-after single malt scotches, all aged 50 years or more. Each spirit is complimented by a decadent House of Dorchester chocolate with varying degrees of Cacao.

• The Balvenie 50 Year
• The Macallan 52 Year
• Gordon & MacPhail - The Linkwood, Vintage 1954, 56 Year
• Singleton ‘54

Key leaders from SMBMI on hand to present donation to Three Square

 LAS VEGAS (Oct. 6, 2021) – With an ongoing mission to provide a “hand up” to underserved populations, the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians (SMBMI), a federally-recognized Indian Tribe, donated $100,000 to Las Vegas based non-profit Three Square Food Bank. This donation is a part of the Tribe’s ongoing commitment to the communities that they serve. Subject to regulatory approvals and licensing, the San Manuel Gaming and Hospitality Authority is planning to acquire The Palms and introduce San Manuel’s philanthropic values to Las Vegas.

The Tribe has awarded over $9.3 million dollars to educational institutions and charities in Las Vegas since January 2020. This donation to Three Square will provide over 300,000 meals to individuals and families who are being impacted by food insecurity in the Southern Nevada community. One of the Tribe’s main giving pillars is to reinforce healthy and resilient communities as stewards of the land and the environment. This donation is representative of their plan to support organizations addressing food insecurity, educational institutions and assisting with public safety measures. 

“It is important to our Tribe that we work to impact and change lives of those who are in need and facing economic challenges,” said San Manuel Band of Mission Indians Chairman Ken Ramirez. “Our Tribe is proud of the community involvement and support we have provided in Southern California and across Indian country, and we are humbled and honored to continue this tradition of giving here in Las Vegas.”

“Food insecurity remains above pre-pandemic levels – nearly 364,000 Southern Nevadans, or one in six, don’t know where their next meal is coming from,” said Three Square President and CEO Brian Burton. “This incredible support from the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians is life-changing for our many neighbors in need. Words will never convey how grateful we are to the Tribe for joining us in the fight against hunger.”

About San Manuel Band of Mission Indians: 

The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians is a federally recognized American Indian tribe located near the City of Highland, California. The Serrano Indians are the indigenous people of the San Bernardino highlands, passes, valleys and mountains who share a common language and culture. The San Manuel Reservation was established in 1891 when the Tribe was recognized as a sovereign nation with the right of self-government. SMGHA Nevada, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the SMGHA, is in a definitive agreement to acquire The Palms from Red Rock Resorts, Inc. The transaction is expected to close later in 2021, subject to the receipt of all necessary gaming regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions. 

About Three Square Food Bank:

​​ Three Square is Southern Nevada’s only food bank and largest hunger relief organization, serving Las Vegas and all of Clark, Lincoln, Esmeralda and Nye counties. Since opening in 2007, Three Square has provided more than 444 million pounds of food to hundreds of thousands of people in need and earned a reputation as one of the most efficient and effective food banks in the country. When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, Three Square immediately implemented a disaster response plan to answer sudden school and business closures, drastic declines in retail food donations, social distancing limitations on volunteer efforts, reduced on-site staff support, and the need for low-contact food distributions. Within days, Three Square had increased food distribution by 250,000 meals a week and increased the capacity of its Call Center to refer Southern Nevadans to available food resources, social services, and unemployment benefits. While Three Square’s COVID-19 relief efforts have superseded regular programs and operations for the foreseeable future, it is more committed than ever to its mission of providing wholesome food to hungry people, while passionately pursuing a hunger-free community. Three Square is a member of the Feeding America network of food banks. If you or someone you know needs food assistance, or wants to learn more about Three Square’s vision of a community where no one is hungry, please connect at threesquare.org, Facebook (@ThreeSquareFoodBank), Instagram (@threesquarelv) and Twitter (@threesquarelv).

Media Contact:

CHS Communications 
Celena Haas-Stacey, 702.400.3687, [email protected]

Three Square Food Bank
Lindsey Yaskin, 702.241.2156, [email protected]

San Manuel Band Of Mission Indians Announces Casino Rebrand To Yaamava’ Resort & Casino At San Manuel

Evolution for Southern California’s leading casino comes during major
expansion project with hotel and resort to open in December 2021

Highland, Calif. (September 24, 2021) – The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians (“San Manuel” or the “Tribe”) and the San Manuel Entertainment Authority (“SMEA”) today announced that San Manuel Casino is now Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel, a milestone moment introducing a new era in Southern California gaming and hospitality. SMEA will continue to serve as the owners of the best-in-class casino and resort while the name change allows the Tribe to pursue additional growth opportunities and serve the community under the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians enterprise.

What started 35 years ago as a humble bingo hall has since evolved into one of Southern California’s premier destinations for gaming, entertainment, and culinary delights. As part of its three-phase expansion project, earlier this year the casino added additional slot machines bringing the total to more than 6,500, an additional high-limit gaming room, three retail shops and new bars and restaurants around the property. This December, Yaamava’ Resort & Casino will open its new 17-floor hotel featuring 432 guest rooms, including 127 spacious suites, as well as a pool deck with seven private cabanas, a full-service spa, and additional culinary options. Next year, a 2,800-seat entertainment venue will debut.

"Today marks a new chapter of rebirth and boundless potential, so we have given our property a new name—Yaamava’—the Serrano word for ‘spring,’” said San Manuel Band of Mission Indians Chairman Ken Ramirez. “We are immensely grateful to our Tribal citizens, the thousands of San Manuel team members, and millions of valued guests over the years, all of whom helped make this moment possible.”

The rebrand to Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel includes a new visual identity and logo, inspired by the ancestral lands of the Serrano people. The Yaamava’ logo takes the form of yucca plant fronds in a woven basket pattern, symbolizing an important aspect of the Tribe’s history in the region and paying homage to the culture and heritage of the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians.

Along with introducing the Yaamava’ brand, the Tribe also unveiled the new Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel digital hub at www.yaamava.com. The new website showcases what’s to come for hotel rooms and suites, amenities, around-the-clock entertainment options and details on the incredible gaming offerings for players of any type. In tandem, the Yaamava’ mobile app can be downloaded via Apple’s App Store and Google Play Store for Android. Guests looking for more information are also invited to follow the updated social media handles @Yaamava on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok.

“Today is an important milestone in our continued journey to debut a best-in-class destination,” said Yaamava’ Resort & Casino General Manager Peter Arceo. “Yaamava’ Resort & Casino will redefine the thrilling experiences our guests have come accustomed to and provide the highest level of service excellence in the casino and hospitality industry."

As a result of its growth as an enterprise, by the end of 2021, the Tribe will employ more than 6,000 team members—making it a top-10 private employer in Southern California’s San Bernardino County. Recently, San Manuel Casino and San Manuel Band of Mission Indians Tribal Government Operations were certified as a “Great Place to Work” by the global authority on workplace culture. For those interested, employment opportunities are available at www.sanmanuelcareers.com.

San Manuel Casino Announces Certification as a Great Place to Work

Highland, CA (September 1, 2021) – The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians (SMBMI) is proud to announce the certification of San Manuel Casino and its Tribal Government Operations as a Great Place to Work® by industry leaders at the Great Places to Work Institute. Great Place to Work® is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and the leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention, and increased innovation.

“Great Place to Work Certification™ isn’t something that comes easily – it takes ongoing dedication to the employee experience,” said Sarah Lewis-Kulin, vice president of global recognition at Great Place to Work. “It’s the only official recognition determined by employees’ real-time reports of their company culture. Earning this designation means that SMBMI is one of the best companies to work for in the country.”

The Great Place to Work® survey noted that 85% of team members say that San Manuel is a great place to work, 89% are proud to tell others that they work at San Manuel and 90% are proud of the way the enterprise contributes to the community. 

“The Tribe is honored by this recognition and thankful to our team members for their dedication to making our enterprise what it is today,” said Laurens Vosloo, CEO, SMBMI. “The certification also comes at an exciting time as we work to welcome new team members to support our upcoming resort opening.”

According to Great Place to Work research, job seekers are 4.5 times more likely to find a great boss at a workplace that is certified. Additionally, employees at workplaces with the Great Place to Work Certification are 93% more likely to look forward to coming to work, and are twice as likely to be paid fairly, earn a fair share of the company’s profits, and have a fair chance at promotion.

San Manuel continues its efforts to fill full-time and part-time positions at what Forbes has named one of the “35 Most Anticipated Hotel Openings of 2021” – a 17-floor resort that includes 432 luxury hotel rooms and suites, a relaxing pool deck with private cabanas, a full-service spa with exquisite amenities and a rooftop lounge. Recruitment is open to job seekers 18 years of age or older.

Culinary wages are competitive for the industry in the region. Additional benefits for these roles include a $1,000 welcome bonus and $300 towards the purchase of knives. San Manuel also offers a discretionary bonus for team members at all levels – entry-level to executive. This performance-based bonus can start at 5% of your annual salary and up. 

“A best-in-class experience starts with a best-in-class team. This honor is truly special as it is made possible by the collective input of our team,” said General Manager, Peter Arceo. “We will continue to listen to our team members and implement improvements as we strive to have all team members say San Manuel Casino is a great place to work.”

People interested in applying for one of the open positions can visit the San Manuel Recruitment Center at Ontario Mills located at 1 Mills Circle (between Sam Ash and Ulta Beauty parking areas), in Ontario, California, 91764. The recruitment center is open Monday – Saturday (excluding holidays) from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. A complete list of available positions is available at https://www.sanmanuelcareers.com/

San Manuel Casino Celebrates 35 Years With Phase One Opening Of $760m Resort Expansion Project

Phase one debut gives San Manuel the most slots in the Western United States, a new high-limit gaming room, more dining options, three bars, and three luxury retail shops

Highland, Calif. (July 21, 2021) – After 35 years of delighting customers with premier entertainment, the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians will celebrate San Manuel Casino’s 35th anniversary by unveiling the first phase of the highly-anticipated resort expansion project on July 24, 2021. Two brand-new floors of expanded gaming space will feature more than 1,500 additional slot machines, a new high-limit gaming room, new dining options, three new bars, and three luxury retail shops.

San Manuel Casino initially opened as a bingo hall on July 24, 1986, but in 1994 expanded into a 100,000 square foot casino that featured slot machines and card games. From there, San Manuel Casino has continued to grow as it became one of the top entertainment destinations in Southern California.

“When our tribe set out in 1986 to build a bingo hall, we believed that if we could provide opportunities for our Tribal Community, our team members and our guests, we would secure a better future for our people. Now in 2021, with the opening of the new expansion, we continue to prioritize our team, our guests and our community building on the strength of the past,” said Ken Ramirez, Chairman of the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians.

The first phase of San Manuel Casino’s resort expansion project will bring their overall footprint to just over 700,000 square feet and introduces their fifth and newest high-limit gaming room, The Enclave. Overall, the new gaming expansion adds more than 1,500 additional slots bringing the onsite total to 6,500 slots, making it the casino with the most slots in the Western United States. There will also be 40 new table games, of which 39 will include progressive side bets, bringing San Manuel Casino’s total progressive table count to 123. The table games now feature up to $25,000 maximum bets.

“For 35 years San Manuel has been committed to innovation of experience,” said San Manuel Casino General Manager Peter Arceo. “Seeing our guests’ reaction when we drop the curtain on July 24th is going to be a special moment. This new chapter wouldn’t be possible without the support and leadership of the tribe and the countless hours of dedication from our team members.”

Serrano Vista Café, a 24-hour restaurant opening in early August, is a unique reimagining of the café experience including flavorful milkshakes with a special twist and a modern take on the French dip sandwich, plus customer favorites like tomato soup and grilled cheese.

Three new bars are also being added to the mix – Aces, Deuces, and Overlook. The new bars will offer expertly crafted cocktails by our resident mixologists, along with house made sodas, plus beer and wine. Take a break in one of the luxurious lounge seats or enjoy your drink while you play your favorite games at the bar top slots.

The San Manuel Casino retail offerings have expanded to include HIS, a men’s luxury store, HERS, a women’s luxury boutique-style store, and CACHE & CARRY, a tech and travel accessories store. HIS features high-end menswear for day, night, and professional looks and elevated sportswear. While at HERS, guests can expect a curated collection of jewelry, bags, high-end watches, and luxe home décor. CACHE & CARRY will offer elevated tech and travel accessories.

In December this year, San Manuel Casino will open its first luxury resort which Forbes named as one of the “35 Most Anticipated Hotel Openings of 2021,” giving guests one more reason to make San Manuel the place to play and stay. The 17-floor hotel will feature 432 rooms, 127 of which are spacious suites with thoughtfully curated amenities, a relaxing pool deck with seven private cabanas, an additional restaurant and a full-service spa. In 2022, San Manuel Casino will open its 3,000-seat entertainment venue.

San Manuel Casino Recruits Talented Executive Chefs To Continue Offering Best In Class Dining Experiences

Everton Clarke to Oversee All Culinary-Related Services on Property and Matthew Smith to Lead Culinary Operations

Highland, Calif. (July 1, 2021) – San Manuel Casino announced the hiring of two best-in-class culinary and hospitality leaders, naming Everton Clarke and Matthew Smith as Executive Chefs. San Manuel Casino is in the midst of a large-scale expansion project adding the property’s first-ever resort featuring 432 rooms including 127 suites, new entertainment venue, pool deck featuring its own bar and private cabanas, full-service spa, expanded gaming space, new fine dining options, luxury retail stores and much more. With each bringing over 25 years of international culinary experience, under the leadership of Chef Oliver Wolf, Vice President of Culinary Operations, Clarke and Smith will be responsible for leading San Manuel Casino’s award-winning dining experiences and ensuring that all culinary services and operations are at the highest standard for guests.

“Innovation of experience is at the core of everything we do at San Manuel Casino,” said Peter Arceo, General Manager at San Manuel Casino. “With the casino resort expansion, it was necessary to bring in talented executive chefs like Everton and Matthew who can take our culinary experiences to new heights.”

Everton Clarke previously worked in executive culinary roles at JW Marriott properties – most recently as the Opening Executive Chef at JW Marriott Minneapolis and opening chef at JW Marriott Dubai. He will lead all San Manuel Casino culinary staff toward preparing and presenting food with best-in-class service. In his role, Clarke will create and implement menus across the Casino’s various dining choices based on current food trends and regional tastes, seasonality, and concepts. Born in Jamaica and raised in the UK and Connecticut, he received his Bachelor of Science in Food Service Management from Johnson and Wales University in Providence, R.I., and his Associate Degree in Hotel/Restaurant Management from Norwalk Community College in Norwalk, Conn.

As a former “Chef of the Year” recipient for Hyatt Hotels and Best-in-Show culinary award winner, Matthew Smith joins San Manuel Casino with experience managing luxury hospitality properties and opening multiple restaurants with various concepts. He will oversee culinary operations at San Manuel Casino – specifically leading menu concepts, recipe standardization, labor and food cost control, production and waste control, and purchasing and inventory control. Prior to joining San Manuel Casino, the Northern California native was the Opening Executive Chef for Westin Anaheim Resort, the Executive Chef and Food and Beverage Director at the Grand Hyatt Resort and Spa in Koloa, Kauai, Hawaii, and the Executive Chef at Hyatt Regency Resort and Spa in Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii. Smith graduated with top honors from the California Culinary Academy in 1988.

“We are excited to have Everton and Matthew leading our culinary teams as we expand onsite offerings and continue to provide an award-winning culinary experience,” said David Kopasz, Chief Operating Officer of Hospitality at San Manuel Casino. “They will set the tone as we continue to build a best-in-class culinary team for our resort expansion.”

Recruitment efforts at San Manuel Casino are in full swing with more than 200 culinary openings and 600 additional positions across multiple departments that will be filled before the opening of the resort at the end of 2021. For more information on the current openings and the application process, please visit SanManuelCareers.com. Every Thursday in July San Manuel culinary leadership will be on site at the San Manuel Recruitment Center in Ontario to interview all candidates for cook, chef, and baker roles.

About San Manuel Casino

San Manuel Casino is Southern California’s one-stop destination for entertainment and fun, located just 60 minutes from downtown Los Angeles and a short drive from LA-Ontario International Airport. Millions of guests each year enjoy more than 5,000 slots, Vegas-style blackjack, high-limit gaming, incredible entertainment, sumptuous dining, and a generous player’s reward program. Since 1986, players have won thrilling jackpots and exciting prizes, making any visit to San Manuel a memorable and best-in-class experience. For more information on San Manuel Casino, visit Sanmanuel.com and follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. San Manuel Casino is located at 777 San Manuel Blvd, Highland, Calif. 92346. Telephone 800-359-2464.

San Manuel Casino’s Pines Modern Steakhouse Earns 2021 Wine Spectator Restaurant Award

2,917 Winners recognized in the US and Internationally in 40th Annual Awards Program That Recognizes the World’s Best Wine Lists

Highland, CA (July 14, 2021) — The Pines Modern Steakhouse at San Manuel Casino has been honored for its outstanding wine program in Wine Spectator’s 2021 Restaurant Awards. The annual program recognizes restaurants around the world as a top destination for wine lovers.

“This year’s Wine Spectator Restaurant Award program celebrates restaurants’ resilience, dedication and bravery during these unprecedented times,” said Marvin R. Shanken, Editor and Publisher, Wine Spectator. “We hope that all of our award winners and the people who make them special will find their way through the crisis to once again welcome us through their doors. We look forward to raising a glass together, and to new beginnings.”

Wine Spectator began its program to recognize the world’s best wine lists in 1981. There are three levels: the Award of Excellence, the Best of Award of Excellence and the Grand Award—with 1,673; 1,141; and 103 winners this year in each respective category.

The Pines Modern Steakhouse has won the Award of Excellence. The Award of Excellence recognizes restaurants whose wine lists feature a well-chosen assortment of quality producers along with a thematic match to the menu in both price and style.

“I want to thank the team here at San Manuel who made this award possible. Being part of this exclusive group is truly an honor,” said Peter Arceo, Casino General Manager. “San Manuel strives to provide a best-in-class experience for our guests, and our beverage team does that by seeking out the best wines and spirits in the world. This honor is a direct result of our beverage team’s contributions and I am excited to see where they will take our beverage experience into the future.”

Follow the Restaurant Awards on Twitter (@wsrestoawards) and Instagram (@wsrestaurantawards), with hashtag #WSRestaurantAward, and at Restaurants.WineSpectator.com, where all winners can be searched by location and sorted by factors including name, distance, award level, cuisine and pricing. Winners are also profiled in the free Restaurant Awards app, available for iPhone and iPad users.

About Wine Spectator

Wine Spectator is the world’s leading authority on wine. Anchored by Wine Spectator magazine, a print publication that reaches around 3 million readers worldwide, the brand also encompasses the Web’s most comprehensive wine site (WineSpectator.com), mobile platforms and a series of signature events. Wine Spectator examines the world of wine from the vineyard to the table, exploring wine’s role in contemporary culture and delivering expert reviews of more than 15,000 wines each year. Parent company M. Shanken Communications, Inc., also publishes Cigar Aficionado, Whisky Advocate, Market Watch, Shanken News Daily and Shanken’s Impact Newsletter.

About San Manuel Casino

San Manuel Casino is Southern California’s one-stop destination for entertainment and fun, located just 60 minutes from downtown Los Angeles and a short drive from LA-Ontario International Airport. San Manuel Casino guests enjoy the most slots in the West, Vegas-style blackjack, high-limit gaming, live entertainment, sumptuous dining and a generous player’s reward program. Since 1986, players have received over $2 billion in cash, prizes and giveaways, making any visit to San Manuel an exciting and memorable experience. For more information on San Manuel Casino, visit www.SanManuel.com and follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.

Casino Player Magazine Readers Name San Manuel Casino “Best VIP Services”

Highland, Calif. (October 15, 2020) – San Manuel Casino has won “Best VIP Services” amongst the Native Southwest region in Casino Player Magazine’s annual “Best of Gaming Awards.” A first for San Manuel, this award is a testament to both the casino’s commitment toward creating unmatched All Thrill® experiences for guests and the level of excellence that all staff adhere to.  

For the past 25 years, readers of the magazine have voted for the best casinos in various regions across the U.S.

San Manuel Casino offers premium gaming rooms, including The Vault, High Limit Slots and High Limit Table Games, where player convenience is maximized with best-in-gaming VIP amenities. Services include private gaming rooms and bathrooms, an always stocked bar with exclusive cocktails to suit every mood, and a service team like no other.

The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians is looking to expand its team by adding over 200 roles to its 4,000+ team members across multiple departments by the end of this year. The Casino has positions currently available in table games, customer service and food and beverage departments. Full information on the current openings as well as the overall application process can be found at SanManuelCareers.com.

In the last two years, San Manuel Casino has undergone numerous enhancements. These include a casino floor with the latest and most innovative slot machines in a state-of-the-art facility, designated High Limit rooms and a generous selection of dining and entertainment options. Most recent openings include an additional, exclusive high-limit gaming room and an Asian-inspired eatery.

San Manuel Casino is located at 777 San Manuel Blvd., Highland, CA  92346, and can be reached by calling 1-800-359-2464. For more information visit www.sanmanuel.com. 

About San Manuel Casino

San Manuel Casino is Southern California’s one-stop destination for entertainment and fun, located just 60 minutes from downtown Los Angeles and a short drive from LA-Ontario International Airport. Millions of guests each year enjoy more than 5,000 slots, Vegas-style blackjack, high-limit gaming, incredible entertainment, sumptuous dining, and a generous player’s reward program. Since 1986, players have won thrilling jackpots and exciting prizes, making any visit to San Manuel a memorable and best-in-class experience. For more information on San Manuel Casino, visit www.SanManuel.com and follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.

SAN MANUEL BAND OF MISSION INDIANS AWARDED CONQUR LA’S CORPORATE CHAMPION TROPHY FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE LOS ANGELES MARATHON
San Manuel Employees participated in the Los Angeles Marathon for the first time where they placed first in “Fittest Company” and third in “Fastest Company” categories.

HIGHLAND, Calif. (September 1, 2020) – Team members employed by the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians were given the opportunity to train as a team and run in the 35th Annual Los Angeles Marathon operated by the McCourt Foundation. On March 8, 2020, ninety one San Manuel team members and Tribal Citizens finished the race earning them top spots in two categories of the marathon’s Corporate Challenge. They earned first place in the “Fittest Company” category for having the largest team and third place in the “Fastest Company” category for having the top five best finishing times for both males and females.  

“It’s rewarding to have earned first place in the LA Marathon’s Corporate Challenge, especially in our very first year,” said Brigitte Saria, Chief People and Infrastructure Officer of the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians., “It’s the perfect representation of the teamwork, commitment and gratitude of this team.” 

San Manuel provided employees with training resources to help them prepare for the 26.2 mile course, such as a paced training schedule, a professional running coach and the comradery and motivation of a team with a shared goal. Over the course of 20 weeks, San Manuel had 160 team members and their families who took part in training and practice runs with the team. Together they trained a total of 1,820 hours in preparation for what would be the longest run the majority of them had ever done.

On race day, 91 team members completed the Los Angeles Marathon and ran a total of 2,384 miles. San Manuel sponsored the Los Angeles Marathon and running team in commitment to their Health and Wellness initiative. Click here to view photos.

About San Manuel Band of Mission Indians

The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians is a federally-recognized Indian tribe located on the San Manuel Indian Reservation near Highland, California.  San Manuel exercises its inherent sovereign right of self-governance and provides essential services for its citizens by building infrastructure, maintaining civil services, and promoting social, economic and cultural development.  As descendants of the indigenous people of the San Bernardino highlands, passes, valleys, mountains and high deserts, the Serrano people of San Manuel have called this area home since time immemorial and are committed to remaining a productive partner in the San Bernardino region.

About The McCourt Foundation

With an impact reach from Boston to Los Angeles, The McCourt Foundation (501c3) empowers individuals and communities to build a healthier world through events and educational forums.  TMF is committed to enhancing the lives of patients and families affected by neurological diseases (MS, ALS, Alzheimer’s, and Parkinson’s) and other health challenges. Its world-class portfolio of events includes the Los Angeles Marathon presented by ASICS, the Rose Bowl Half Marathon & 5K, the Santa Monica Classic 5K/10K, LA Big 5k, the Boston Waterfront 5K, the Tour de South Shore, the McCourt Gala & Auction, and the Educational Update. 

For more information, please visit www.mccourtfoundation.org and www.lamarathon.com. 

Media Contact:

Jenna Brady, Public Relations Manager
909-855-5646
[email protected]

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