Backal Hospitality Group is an ever-evolving collection of venues, event services, and investments, anchored in hospitality a ... nd inspired by New York. Properties that Backal currently operates and/or owns throughout New York City include VERSA Restaurant and Rooftop in the Renaissance New York Midtown Hotel; Apella, an Alexandria Event Space located on the edge of the East River; Event Management Firm State of the Art Enterprises; events at the Mandarin Oriental New York Hotel since 2003; CNVS Event Space located in the Hudson Yards district; AOG Design which provides modern event décor; and TBar Steak & Lounge in the Upper East Side. In addition to operating restaurants and luxury event spaces, Backal recently introduced curated experiences for individuals and smaller groups to experience in a safe way during COVID-19 including Hampton Road Trip, offering customized food and wellness programs, along with lifestyle events that can be brought to client’s own homes, complete with a private chef, small event catering and personalized experiences. read more