Banana mousse, Froot Loop pancakes, and other unique dishes contribute to the success of the breakfast menu at the Original "Dinerant" restaurant at the Sage Courtyard Marriott in Portland, Oregon. It's part of the appeal of a restaurant that maintains the image of being an independent venue, and that's just what the the hotel wants to convey. Click to read more.

Columnist Bob Brown says that despite the controversy over the value of room service, it’s still a key differentiator for full-service hotels. But making it work does mean overcoming problems. In Part 2, Bob serves up tips for servers. Click to read more.