Monday, March 23, 2020 Dear Carmen’s Group Family, Take a deep breath, pause for a moment and reflect on the following point: We are living through a defining moment in world history. Our parents and grandparents lived through two World Wars, the Great Depression......
COVID-19 UPDATE The wellbeing of our clients, guests and staff is paramount. We are taking all precautionary measures to ensure we maintain the highest possible standards surrounding health and safety. Carmen’s Group continues to engage in the following increased preventative measures at Carmen’s Group......
(Image: Dan Taekema/CBC) Commonwealth Games officials wrapped up a three-day whirlwind tour of Hamilton Friday as the community continues its campaign to bring the event back to the city where it all began for its 100th anniversary. The 2030 games mark a milestone for both......
Not even inclement weather could stop the golfers at this year’s Amici Cup from chipping in over $20,000, a record amount raised by the charity golf tournament. With the proceeds going towards CYO and Cystic Fibrosis Canada, the founders of the Amici Cup tournament could......
Global Spectrum and the Carmen’s Group will be operating the city’s entertainment facilities for at least the next five years. But at the same time, Hamilton is moving forward with a $200,000 independent study to determine if the city even wants to keep FirstOntario Centre,......
P.J. Mercanti of the Carmen’s Group, who is helping to spearhead a private sector effort to land the 100th Commonwealth Games for Hamilton in 2030, says the event will prove to be beneficial and affordable for both the city and taxpayers. “We want to make......
Baci Ristorante, located on the ground floor of the C Hotel re-opened its doors on February 6, 2019, after a dazzling renovation. Gone are the days of carpeted floors, TVs mounted on walls, and the infamous wall quote, “Life is a combination of magic and pasta”. This is not to......
” Nearly two years ago, and a few years after the trouble with landing the 2015 Pan Am Games, Hamilton councillors wanted nothing to do with the city hosting the 2030 Commonwealth Games. Now after a municipal election, and with P.J. Mercanti of the Carmen’s Group......
We recently celebrated a milestone in our long history with the grand opening of our downtown headquarters on Tuesday, April 24, 2018. Hamilton Mayor Fred Eisenberger, Angelo Paletta of Princess Gates Entertainment, Hamilton Tiger-Cats COO Matt Afinec and Scott Warren of the Hamilton Cardinals and......
“We love that space because it’s right where my father and my uncles used to sell newspapers back in the 60s” Carmen’s Group is returning to its roots. The local hospitality and entertainment company has relocated its corporate headquarters to the Hamilton City Centre on......
Hamilton, ON – The Intercounty Baseball League (IBL) is pleased to announce that the Hamilton Cardinals baseball team will be back on the field this spring under new – joint – ownership. The joint ownership program, modelled after the Barrie Baycats, which has a 20-person......
On Monday, October 16, 2017, over 800 people came together to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the 1987 Canada Cup win in Hamilton during “An Evening with The Great One” gala dinner. The star-studded evening allowed fans to get up-close and personal with the most......
“The Hamilton Tiger-Cats are pleased to announce that the football club’s longest running community initiative, Kicks for Kids presented by Carmen’s Group, will return for the program’s 10th anniversary season in 2017. “For the 10th consecutive season, we’re extremely excited to yet again team up with the......
On July 11, 2017 Carmen’s Group, Tripemco Insurance & Carstar proudly hosted the first annual Amici Cup Golf Tournament at Dundas Valley Golf & Curling Club. This prestigious tournament raised funds for CYO & Food4Kids. Check out the highlight video from the day! Video by: Left Lane......
“One of hockey’s all-time greats is coming to Hamilton this fall to celebrate one of the biggest moments in sports for the both city and the country. Wayne Gretzky will share his memories of winning the 1987 Canada Cup at a gala dinner hosted by......
Carmen’s Group is proud to announce that Wayne Gretzky will share his memories on winning the 1987 Labatt’s Canada Cup at a gala dinner to be held at Carmen’s on Monday October 16, 2017 titled “An Evening with The Great One”. This intimate event experience......
Carmen’s Group is proud to announce its newest strategic partnership as it welcomes Dundas Valley Golf & Curling Club into its portfolio of regional hospitality venues. The private club is the group’s fifth event space in the city and marks their first expansion into the......
THE FALL/WINTER MENU IS HERE! It’s official, we’ve accepted that the warm summer weather is behind us and that the chill is here to stay. The good news? Our new fall/winter menu has arrived! We’re introducing an array of exciting dishes and flavours, as well......
“Q. If you could pick anyone, who would you pick as a business mentor? A. Walt Disney. He was the ultimate entrepreneur: A visionary, a risk taker and an organizational builder who focused on the employee experience and the guest experience. He always knew that your......
“The Hamilton Tiger-Cats are pleased to announce that one of the football club’s longest running community initiatives, Kicks for Kids presented by Carmen’s Group, will return for the program’s ninth season in 2016. “After another successful season in 2015, we’re excited to continue this long-standing......
Looking for the perfect gift for mom? Treat her to a spectacular array of dishes at our annual Mother’s Day Brunch. On Sunday, May 8th we’ll be celebrating mom with a spectacular array of dishes from Carved AAA Prime Rib Roast to Sugar Cured Lox with Dill......
“In Hamilton, tourism is becoming increasingly important to the prosperity of the city and is a platform for building further economic growth. Today, approximately 2,300 residents are employed in the tourism hospitality sector. The city attracts over 4.5 million visits annually, and these visitors spend......
This past Sunday marked the first day of Spring and that means that Easter is upon us! On Sunday, March 27th we will be offering a special Easter Brunch with Florentine Eggs Benedict to freshly carved roast lamb. This is an annual Baci tradition that has become a......
We are looking for enthusiastic, passionate, customer service oriented individuals to join our growing team of Champions! Carmen’s Group will be hosting two career fairs this week! We are looking for talented candidates for our multiple locations including: Carmen’s Banquet Centre, Best Western Premier C......
Valentine’s Day is almost upon us! Don’t hit the panic button yet – Baci is offering a full weekend of romantic specials and we still have a few spots left for you and your sweetheart. On Sunday, February 14th we will be offering a three course prix fixe......
Winter blues? You’re not alone. With the magic of the holidays seemingly far behind us and the long winter still ahead, it’s natural to feel uninspired at this time of year. Our suggestion: call up some friends and host a cocktail tasting! Now that’s something to......
“What makes a person healthy? What makes a city healthy? There are many factors that ultimately determine whether or not we as individuals are healthy, as health can take many forms: physical, mental, social, emotional and financial to name a few. When people focus their......
Giving, Giggles and Goodies at the Annual It’s a Kid’s Christmas “In the spirit of giving, the Hamilton Police Service and Carmen’s Group are making the holidays a little more joyful for families and children in need. It’s A Kid’s Christmas is the yearly Christmas......
Carmen’s Group Community Program “Kicks for Kids” Gives New Shoes to Children in Need On December 5th Carmen’s Group and the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, along with the United Way and Reebok, teamed-up to provide kids from our community with brand new running shoes as part of......
The new winter menu has arrived at Baci Ristorante! It’s December and that means the holiday season is in full swing and the cold has really set in. It also means that the winter menu at Baci Ristorante is here and it’s full of bold, comforting flavours......
Thank you Hamilton! RISE: it was a celebration of hospitality in Hamilton and an important milestone for our brand. On November 18th, we opened our doors to almost 1000 guests from every corner of the city. For us, RISE was a magical night in every......
“Carmen’s Group founder Peter Mercanti is stepping down. Mercanti, 66, announced his decision to turn leadership of the company over to his sons PJ and Joe at the sparkling east Mountain banquet centre he built in a corn field in 1985. “It is time for......
The next chapter in the Carmen’s Group story has officially begun; today the Phoenix has risen! When my father Peter and Uncle Morris started Carmen’s Bakery in 1978 on Concession Street they never would have imagined the longstanding influence that their brand of hospitality would......
“Joseph Grant and Paula Horatio’s wedding at Carmen’s Banquet Centre went from treasured memories to a financial disaster when their cash envelope gifts were thrown out with the garbage. Fortunately, this story has a happy ending — despite a search through some very stinky trash.......
“The Hamilton Tiger-Cats announced that Kicks for Kids presented by Carmen’s Group will return for the 2015 CFL season. Entering its eighth season, Kicks for Kids will raise money for running shoes for underprivileged kids in the City of Hamilton through the accomplishments of kicker......
“Everybody loves a comeback story. The fact that Hamilton was frozen in time economically for a decade or two will prove to be one our greatest attributes as the next chapter of our city’s tale is written. At first glance ours may not appear to......
“While in Hamilton I interacted with the staff from the Best Western Premier C Hotel by Carmen’s, the Baci Ristorante and the Hamilton Convention Center by Carmen’s and was truly delighted, enthralled, surprised and satisfied in all of my interactions. From front desk staff, to......
“Step inside Best Western Premier C Hotel by Carmen’s and you’ll immediately feel the Italiano pride; from the management team (the Mercanti family) right down to its decor, the boutique hotel is as patriotic as it gets. Rated as one of Canada’s top 10 hotels by TripAdvisor, there’s a lot......
“A Hamilton boutique hotel has been named one of the top 10 hotels in Canada by travel website TripAdvisor. The Best Western Premier C Hotel by Carmen’s, was also named the second-best hotel in Ontario, one slot behind Donald Trump’s palace in Toronto. “For us,......
“Overall, my first impression of Baci was great. Chill atmosphere, nice decor, friendly staff, comfortable dining area with fresh and simple food. I gotta go back and try other menu items! I’ll be back soon!” I’m Mad Hungry Blog...
“Kicks for Kids Presented by Carmen’s Group is back in TigerTown! The program will raise money for running shoes for underprivileged kids through the accomplishments of Ticats kickers Justin Medlock and Brett Lauther. “ Ticats...
“Legendary jazz crooner Tony Bennett is coming to the Hamilton Convention Centre Nov. 8 to perform a special benefit concert for the Canadian Diabetes Association. “It is an honour to be presenting Mr. Bennett, the last member of the jazz-era royalty,” Loren Lieberman, Hamilton Convention......
“The Carmen’s Group is investing more than double the amount it had originally promised to improve the Hamilton Convention Centre – even before it takes over operating the aging facility next year. Peter Mercanti of the Carmen’s Group confirmed after the Hamilton Entertainment and Convention......
“When Olivia Newton-John was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1992, the first person she thought of was everybody else. Sharing her experience as a 19-year breast cancer survivor is what brought Newton-John to Carmen’s Banquet Centre on Monday.“ The Hamilton Spectator...
“Stallone’s appearance at Carmen’s was his first fundraiser in Canada. People came from all over to see the film idol, but a couple from Moscow did not turn up because they told Carmen’s they had visa problems. The event raised $100,000 for the association.“ The......
“Stallone’s appearance at Carmen’s was his first fundraiser in Canada. People came from all over to see the film idol, but a couple from Moscow did not turn up because they told Carmen’s they had visa problems. The event raised $100,000 for the association.“ The......
“American movie star Al Pacino, 70, plans to put on a show during his appearance in Hamilton later this month. Appearing at a November 22 fundraiser at Carmen’s Banquet Centre, Pacino has announced he will perform a 90-minute show entitled Pacino … One Night Only.“......
“A $10-million project on the east Mountain is being hailed as the first step in closing Hamilton’s hotel gap. C Hotel, the newest project by the family behind Carmen’s Banquet Centre, broke ground Tuesday on Stone Church Road East with the goal of opening for......
“Carmen’s Banquet Centre plans to open what it calls Hamilton’s first boutique hotel in the spring of 2010. The 53-to-55-room, eight-storey building would rise at the rear of the 1,000-seat banquet centre in the East Mountain Industrial Park on Stone Church Road East at Anchor......