Now celebrating its 21st anniversary, Hanna Lee Communications (HLC) is a multimedia agency specializing in hospitality and luxury travel. Over the past year, the agency drove standout launches for Chef Andrew Carmellini’s Locanda Verde in Hudson Yards, NYC, and Ghee Indian Kitchen in Wynwood, Miami, generating top-tier coverage. HLC also helped numerous clients achieve highly sought-after recognition, including supporting Almanac, a Japanese-American speakeasy-style bar in Philadelphia, in earning a spot in Bon Appétit’s Best New Bars in America issue. Café Carmellini and Ghee Indian Kitchen were nominated for James Beard Awards, while The Portrait Bar entered North America’s 50 Best Bars extended list and contended for a Spirited Award at Tales of the Cocktail. The agency secured two clients on the Observer’s 2024 Nightlife & Dining Power List, spotlighting leaders in hospitality innovation. HLC’s giving-back initiatives remain a core focus, hosting its “Meet the Inspiring Leaders,” “Meet the Media,” and “Meet the Authors” series at HLC 2.0 Studio, bringing together top journalists and industry VIPs. Its “Hospitality Forward” Podcast won Best Podcast at PR News’ Platinum Awards and is now airing its 100th episode with leading journalists and media experts.
Leadership team:
Hanna Lee, President & Founder
Michael Anstendig, Partner & Editor in Chief
Notable clients:
Chef Andrew Carmellini's Café Carmellini, Chef Andrew Carmellini's The Portrait Bar, Erba by FEAL Hospitality (Miami), Tribe Hotel (Nairobi), Hero Bar (Nairobi), Jiko Restaurant at Tribe Hotel (Nairobi), Nur Khan’s Maison Nur
New clients:
Chef Andrew Carmellini's Locanda Verde, Chef Laurent Tourondel's L'Amico, Chef Laurent Tourondel's Skirt Steak, Almanac (Philadelphia), Ghee Indian Kitchen by FEAL Hospitality (Miami, Fla.), Paya by FEAL Hospitality (Miami, Fla.), NiMo by FEAL Hospitality (Miami, Fla.), TimeSavvy Facial Masks (Seoul, Korea), Nur Khan’s Bar Tetto Rooftop and No. 79 Bar & Terrace, Michelin-Starred Junoon with Chef Akshay Bhardwaj (NYC), Jazba with Chef Akshay Bhardwaj (NYC), Room 207 Cocktail Bar (NYC), 1986 Steakhouse (Miami, Fla.), Michelin-Starred MITA (Washington D.C.)
