2023.2.13 Hotel Events
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
Through Feb. 28: In celebration of Valentine’s Day, Four Seasons Hotel Seoul presents a Celebration Package promising romantic memories for couples and a Romance Cake to be shared between lovers.
The Celebration Package includes a one-night stay in a room of choice, Four Seasons silver and gold balloons, a seasonal cake handcrafted by the Hotel’s pastry tea, access to a Korean Sauna for two worth 110,000 won ($86), and daily breakfast for two at the Hotel’s buffet restaurant, The Market Kitchen. The package is available throughout the year, starting from 660,000 won per night in a Deluxe King room, excluding 10 percent tax.
Confections by Four Seasons, located on the hotel’s lobby floor, presents an eye-catching, red heart-shaped cake fit for Valentine’s Day. As a rose is the representative flower of romance, “Romance Cake” is inspired by the red color of the rose and made with almond sponge, strawberry mousse, and litchi jelly sandwiched in between. The cake is topped off with rose mousse and luxurious, edible gold leaf flakes. Prices start at 29,000 won and go up to 90,000 won.
Through March 26: Four Seasons Hotel Seoul's authentic Cantonese Chinese restaurant, "Yu Yuan," presents "Weekend Champagne and Dim Sum Brunch," where you can taste authentic Cantonese dim sum with champagne every weekend, prepared by the hotel's dim sum chef Jia Wen Li, who has more than 20 years of experience.
Yu Yuan's "Weekend Champagne and Dim Sum Brunch" features Hong Kong's unique food culture, "yamcha," which primarily means enjoying a variety of food with tea for breakfast and lunch, including dim sum, with friends or family. However, as the popularity of dim sum has grown over tea, yamcha now means a meal with dim sum.
"Dim sum is a symbol of Hong Kong culture and does not simply mean dumplings,” said Li. “A relaxed afternoon is like the peace of your mind, dim sum with drinks is a handful of rest. I hope guests can experience real rest and reminisce about their trip to Hong Kong while enjoying traditional Hong Kong dim sum and the creative dim sum in Yu Yuan's own style with champagne.”
The weekend Dim Sum Brunch allows you to enjoy six different styles of dim sum and Yu Yuan's representative Cantonese cuisine. Marinated cold jellyfish in a special sauce made with Chinese black vinegar is served as an appetizer. Two traditional dim sum, Crystal Shrimp Har Gow and Pan-fried Pork and Leek Dumpling are also served, followed by four creative dim sum dishes: Sichuan-Style Siu Mai with spicy flavor; Ginseng Xiao Long Bao in Shanghai Style containing healthy meat juice with ginseng; Fried Chicken and Mushroom Sticky Rice Dumpling with a chewy and crispy texture; and Pork Spring Roll. After these, Cantonese-style Braised Fish Maw Soup, cooked with one of the top ingredients used in Cantonese cuisine — fish maw and shitake mushroom, and Chili Garlic Shrimp Stir-Fry with sweet and spicy flavors are served. Honey Bread with assorted seasonal fruits, paired with coffee or tea, is then served for dessert. The weekend Dim Sum Brunch is priced at 160,000 won per person.
Champagne Pairing, exquisitely paired with dim sum to create a perfect harmony of tastes, is also available. A glass of each Ruinart Blanc de Blancs and Ruinart Rose adds a touch of elegance and sophistication and "Veuve Clicquot" brings a taste of freshness to the menu. It is priced at 100,000 won.
The Weekend Dim Sum Brunch is available from 11:30 a.m. to 14:30 p.m. every weekend, and the course costs 160,000 won per person, plus 100,000 won for three glasses of champagne pairing.
(02) 6388-5000
www.fourseasons.com/seoul
Andaz Seoul Gangnam
Through Dec. 31: Andaz Seoul Gangnam, a lifestyle hotel of Hyatt Hotels & Resorts located at Apgujeong-dong in Gangnam District, southern Seoul, offers a perfect option for a romantic staycation.
Themed around the concept of creating “Romantic Moments,” the “Romance at Andaz” package is available through Dec. 31, 2023. Breakfast, sparkling wine and cake, a bath bomb set, and more are included in the package, which is priced starting at 390,000 won, excluding a 10 percent tax.
The ‘Romance at Andaz’ package includes: One-night accommodation in a Deluxe room to Suite room, featuring the signature Andaz color and comfortable bedding; A bath bomb set from La Cuvee Maison, a luxury French bath brand; Breakfast at Jogakbo for two people; Bottle of sparkling wine and special cake in-room setup; Late checkout (2 p.m. on Sunday through Thursday, and it is subject to availability); Complimentary minibar except for alcoholic beverages; Complimentary access to The Summer House including a fitness center and indoor pool; Complimentary access to a paid sauna for Suite room guests; Complimentary Wi-Fi and other benefits, making it the perfect option to enjoy a special and romantic staycation with your loved one.
For rooms, you can choose from Deluxe rooms, Premium rooms, Andaz suites, or Balcony suites. Immerse in a romantic atmosphere while relieving fatigue in Andaz's unique stylish bathtub with La Cuvee Maison bath bomb made with the finest essential oils from France and carefully selected raw materials. Two types of bath bombs featuring the love story of Dionysus and Ariadne as a motif are included.
The ‘Romance at Andaz’ package stay period is through Dec. 31, 2023. The package price starts at 390,000 won excluding a 10 percent tax.
(02) 2193-7000
andazseoulgangnam.com.
Fairmont Ambassador Seoul
Feb. 14: Fairmont Ambassador Seoul, the luxury destination at the heart of Yeouido in western Seoul, celebrates the Valentine’s Day season with a romantic special set menu of Mariposa and Valentine’s Day cakes blending love, elegance and indulgence.
Mariposa, the modern European dining destination where elegant interior design meets awe-inspiring views across the city, presents a special Valentine’s Day set menu on Feb. 14 only. Served on a table adorned with fresh flowers, the five-course dinner is accompanied by sparkling rosé wine, and chocolate dessert served on a flower-strewn bed of dry ice, conjuring an ambiance of unforgettable romance.
The Atrium Lounge, located in the hotel lobby, presents the limited-edition Fromage Cake, sculpted in a romantic pink heart shape, and Valrhona Rose Cake, inspired by red rose petals, from Feb. 9 to 14 only. The Fromage Cake is a fromage vanilla mousse cake filled with rose-scented lychee and raspberry confit and soft cream cheese frosting cream, while the Valrhona Rose cake is a chocolate mousse cake filled with dark chocolate mousse and raspberry confit.
Complementing the romantic cake selection is a premium set of 10 Chocolate Bong-Bong, colorful chocolates crafted by hotel chefs and featuring flavors including passionfruit, salty caramel, whisky, honey milk, earl grey, and yuzu. Valentine’s Day special set menu and cakes can be ordered in advance via Naver Booking.
Through March 28: Fairmont Ambassador Seoul, the luxury destination at the heart of Yeouido, presents Time to Celebrate and Indulgence, two packages delivering shared healing experiences and gourmet dining, respectively.
The Time to Celebrate package, ideal for sharing a special celebration among partners, features one night in the spacious luxury of a Fairmont Room, the Fairmont Breakfast menu delivered by room service, one bottle of sparkling wine, “High Tea at Fairmont” dessert is prepared in the room. And a bunch of flowers perfect for celebrating landmark anniversaries.
The Indulgence Package, an invitation on a high-end gourmet journey, combines one night in a Fairmont Room with a buffet breakfast at Spectrum, dinner at Mariposa, the modern European dining destination where each dish is crafted from the finest seasonal and local ingredients, and a room spray featuring the hotel’s signature fragrance, promising lingering memories of Fairmont Ambassador Seoul even after check-out.
The Time to Celebrate and Indulgence packages can be booked until March 28, for stays until March 31. Bookings can be made three days before check-in.
(02) 3395-6000
www.fairmont.com
JW Marriott Hotel Seoul
Feb. 14: JW Marriott Hotel Seoul in Seocho District, southern Seoul, celebrates the romance of Valentine’s Day with special dining promotions unlocking unforgettable moments for every couple. Cafe One and Patisserie, located on the first and second floors of the hotel, offer a limited-edition heart-shaped Chocolate Mousse Cake, enveloped in luxurious dark chocolate.
Espresso cream and vanilla panna cotta sandwiched between soft mocha sponge cake sheets create a melt-in-the-mouth harmony of indulgent flavors, while chocolate shells with dark crunch and cacao nibs add an extra note of luxury. Seventh-floor MOBO Bar presents two romantic cocktails crafted for couples from Feb. 3. The Gentleman Fashioned is a twist on a favorite classic, featuring soft chocolate and notes of dried fruit on a base of bourbon, while the Sweet Kiss is a refreshing blend of strawberry and vanilla vodka with bubbly champagne, enhanced with molecular lemongrass foam. Valentine’s Day cakes are priced at 35,000 won for mini cakes and 80,000 won for whole cakes, while cocktails are priced at 30,000 won each. All prices include tax and service charges.
(02) 6282-6262
www.marriott.co.kr/hotels/travel/seljw-jw-marriott-hotel-seoul
with the Korea JoongAng Daily
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