The Cottage Event Center, in Roanoke, has been named 2012 Business of the Year by the Roanoke Chamber of Commerce.

The award was presented during the chamber's annual Christmas party, held Dec. 11 at the Cottage Event Center.

Since opening in March, the Cottage Event Center has hosted weddings, parties and political events, as well as dinner theater and musical presentations.

The Cottage Event Center is owned and operated by Hamilton Hospitality Group LLC.