The second Hilton hotel in Zagreb, Canopy by Hilton, is opened at Branimirova ulica 29. The opening was attended by the Croatian minister of tourism Gari Cappeli, the mayor of Zagreb Milan Bandić, the ambassador of United States in Zagreb Robert W Kohorst and other celebrities from Croatia and Hilton hotel chain. The hotel itself is designed by Dean Franić and Saša Šekoranja, and decorated by Croatian furniture companies.
The program was led by Franjo Ridjan and DJ Rea was responsible for the dancing vibes, but everyone enjoyed the saxophone play by Igor Geržina, the owner of 10 Porina. Many Croatian celebrities, such as Davor Grgin, Kristina Bradač, Saša Šekoranja, Sementa Rajhard, Suzy and Sarah Josipović, Iris Pinjuh, Dean Franić, Zorislav Srebrić and many others enjoyed the excellent atmosphere of Canopy by Hilton hotel.
Apart from bar, reception and restaurant, guests could also look in the unique Canopy rooms, apartments and meeting halls. On first floor, Canopy signature cocktails Tesla and Pirate Jenny were served, while the ground floor hosted guests who enjoyed the best Croatian wines. Chef Marinko Topalović cared for the excellent gastronomy as he approached the vision of his team from the ReUnion restaurant to the guests. A mix of tradition, modern times and simplicity evoked memories on long forgotten meals but have also shown new trends in the Croatian culinary scene.