Guests and local residents will enjoy exquisite Thai cuisines, spa treatments, floral displays
and decorated elephant statues from the Land of Smiles between April 9 and 15.
The Peninsula Chicago is presenting “Tastefully Thai,”
an exciting showcase of the very best of Thai cuisine, culture, art and
wellness. The Tastefully Thai presentation is part of a global
initiative by The Peninsula Hotels to support the Tourism Authority of
Thailand’s new global tourism promotion campaign, and to encourage
leisure and business visitors to experience the unique charms of The
Peninsula Bangkok and the Land of Smiles.
Tastefully Thai highlights at The Peninsula Chicago, include:
Thai Chef Week: From April 9 to 15, Chef Anuwat “Nu”
Morakotjantachote, Executive Sous Chef at The Peninsula Chicago, will
helm the kitchen at The Lobby to prepare authentic Thai dishes with a
contemporary twist. Some of the home-style dishes are based on recipes
passed down across the centuries by royal palace cooks, including, Phad
Prig-Gaean Pa Nau (stir-fried beef, curry, and green peppercorn),
Khoa-Hom (steamed jasmine rice) and Pla Sam Rod (deep-fried sea bass
with sweet, spicy and sour sauce). Guests can select from two prix fixe
menu options: a 3-course menu priced at $55 or a 5-course menu priced at
$95 per guest.
Authentic Thai cuisine specialist Chef Nu has worked at prestigious
restaurants across the United States, including Tuk Tuk Thai Restaurant
in Brooklyn, New York and The Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes,
Florida. In 2004, he joined The Peninsula Chicago, and as Executive Sous
Chef he oversees all of the hotel’s restaurants. Chef Nu has received
many distinguished awards, including the Médaille d’Honneur de Vermeil
from the Société Culinaire Philanthropique, and he prepared a welcome
reception for the Princess of Thailand.
Thai-inspired Afternoon Tea: The world-famous
Peninsula Afternoon Tea receives a mouth-watering South East Asian
makeover, with Thai-inspired sweet pastries and savoury delicacies such
as Mee-krob (tapioca pearl filled with peanut, chicken, turnip) and
Kanompang Nar Koong (crispy puff with pork) accompanied by traditional
Thai iced tea. Afternoon Tea in The Lobby is priced at $55 per guest.
Turndown Treats: During the Tastefully Thai celebration from April 9 – 15, every hotel guest will receive a Thai-themed turndown amenity.
Thai Brunch Station: On April 12, Sunday Brunch will
showcase an authentic Thai cuisine station featuring snow fish with
three types of sauces, Phad Thai Noodle, Tom Yum Soup, and Green Curry
Chicken. Brunch is served in The Lobby from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm and
priced at $75 per guest.
Thai-Inspired Spa Treatments: Thailand is a haven of
Oriental wellness excellence, and guests at The Peninsula Spa can
refresh and rejuvenate body and mind with a
Simply Peninsula
Wat Pho Royal Thai Massage. Launching in Chicago on April 9 and a first
for a hotel group, The Peninsula Hotels have partnered with the
celebrated Wat Pho temple in Bangkok, home to one of the earliest Thai
massage schools, where Peninsula therapists are taught traditional Thai
massage in an exclusive teaching programme. This holistic treatment is a
signature feature of the new Peninsula Wellness global initiative.
Dining reservations can be made by calling +1 (312) 573 6695 or email diningpch@peninsula.com. For spa appointments, please call +1 (312) 573 6860 or email spapch@peninsula.com.
Festive Thai Décor: Continuing the celebration of
Tastefully Thai, The Lobby will showcase a display of bright and
colorful elephants in full support of the Elephant Parade®, The
Peninsula Hotels’ partnering organization in an effort to create
millions of smiles and raise awareness of the need for elephant
conservation. The Peninsula Chicago will auction off these handcrafted
replicas, with all proceeds benefitting the Elephant Parade®.
Tastefully Thai highlights at The Peninsula Bangkok, include:
From March to June, The Peninsula Bangkok will be bedecked with
fragrant floral decorations inspired by Thai traditions. Guests can
savour special menus created by The Peninsula’s expert Thai chefs, plus a
Thai-themed afternoon tea, turndown treats and spa treatments,
including The Peninsula’s new signature
Simply Peninsula Wat
Pho Royal Thai massage. Hotel guests will also have the opportunity to
support the Elephant Parade charity, the world’s largest exhibition of
decorated elephant statues that raises funds for elephant conservation
projects in Thailand.
Elephant Parade at The Peninsula Bangkok: The
colorful collection of elephant statues displayed in the hotel will
thrill guests of all ages. Created by artists from around the world for
the Elephant Parade charitable programme, each statue is a unique work
of art and exhibitions are held in different cities. After each
exhibition, statues are auctioned to take home with part of the proceeds
donated to elephant conservation projects in Thailand. The Elephant
Parade’s flagship store is located at The Peninsula Bangkok, and The
Peninsula Hotels are proud to partner with the charity for the upcoming
Elephant Parade in Bangkok in December 2015.
“Tastefully Thai” at The Peninsula Bangkok: Located
beside the Chao Phraya River in the heart of the Thai capital, The
Peninsula Bangkok combines true Peninsula luxury with sophisticated Thai
charm. Between 24 March and 30 June, a special three-night package,
priced from THB 29,000++, offers a daily buffet breakfast at River Café
& Terrace and the “Senses of Thainess” Peninsula Academy programme. A
full day of magical Thai culture features a fun ride in a tuk-tuk to
explore Thailand’s most renowned flower market, a visit to the Museum of
Siam to learn about the history of Thailand and its people, and
sampling of the capital’s famous Thai street food. A long-tail boat ride
along the Chao Phraya River showcases all the elements that make life
along the river uniquely beautiful. After visiting an orchid farm and a
sacred temple, a signature Thai massage at The Peninsula Spa completes
this truly tasteful Thai journey.
For images, please visit
The Peninsula Hotels News Room - Tastefully Thai.
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Incorporated in 1866 and listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange
(00045), The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited is the holding
company of a Group which is engaged in the ownership, development, and
management of prestigious hotels and commercial and residential
properties in key locations in Asia, the United States and Europe, as
well as the provision of tourism and leisure, club management and other
services. The Peninsula Hotels portfolio comprises The Peninsula Hong
Kong, The Peninsula Shanghai, The Peninsula Beijing, The Peninsula
Tokyo, The Peninsula Bangkok, The Peninsula Manila, The Peninsula New
York, The Peninsula Chicago, The Peninsula Beverly Hills, and The
Peninsula Paris. Projects under development include The Peninsula London
and The Peninsula Yangon. The property portfolio of the Group includes
The Repulse Bay Complex, The Peak Tower, The Peninsula Office Tower and
St. John’s Building in Hong Kong; The Landmark in Ho Chi Minh City,
Vietnam; 1-5 Grosvenor Place in London, UK, and 21 avenue Kléber in
Paris, France. The clubs and services portfolio of the Group includes
The Peak Tram in Hong Kong; Thai Country Club in Bangkok, Thailand;
Quail Lodge & Golf Club in Carmel, California; Peninsula Clubs and
Consultancy Services, Peninsula Merchandising, and Tai Pan Laundry in
Hong Kong.
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Curious fans waited outside to get a glimpse of the glitz and lucky ticket holders were excited to be among the first for the performance to start.
