South China News
The Penthouse launches a new “2014 Best of the Best Menu” to celebrate the six year anniversary of Grand Hyatt Guangzhou. The “2014 Best of the Best Menu” is carefully crafted by the hotel’s experienced chefs, showcasing the Hyatt’s culinary philosophy of providing an authentic dining experience by serving fresh ingredients, distinct local flavours and providing private fine-dining experiencesin a residential atmosphere with attentive service. “Best of the Best Menu” is available from RMB 6,666 + 15% service charge for ten persons. Besides this special menu, guests dining from the regular menu can enjoy 34% discount off in the whole month of June.
Celebrate the Brazil 2014 FIFA World Cup at The Venice Hotel Shenzhen. Several thematic activities will be held to mark the World Cup. The Blue Italian restaurant will have a themed menu and dessert. Cafe Zentro will provide a special World Cup breakfast and full weekend buffet dinner with live broadcast. Finally, the International Resident Band and the wonderful DJ will ensure V bar to be the best choice to watch the matches. This summer, feel the charm of football!
The Westin Shenzhen Nanshan has recently appointed Mr. David Cuddon as the General Manager. His journey started with Starwood in Australia from 1988 and continued with holding the Senior Manager and General Manager positions for Starwood properties in Singapore, Thailand and Korea. With excellent leadership and outstanding management performance, his hotels received prestigious awards such as Hotel of the Year, Highest Guest Service Index award and runner up as the Highest GOP Improvement award by Starwood Asia Pacific.
The Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou has announced a partnership with premium shirt specialist, PYE. Guests will receive a set of designer cufflinks and a shopping credit at its store in the luxurious TaiKoo Hui shopping mall connected to the hotel. "This allows our guests to take something that is stylish, and indigenous to China, home with them,” said Clemens Hoerth, General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou. In association with PYE, they have created a Summer Delight package that includes great benefits.
The Tian Yuan Restaurant at the Pullman Guangzhou Baiyun Airport is having a U8 Action Cuisine, providing a wide selection of grilled treats including turkey, beef, pork, German sausages and seafood. A series of Western and Asian delights are also available as well as a wide variety of pastries and ice creams. Promotion is available between 1 May and 30 June.
Celebrate the arrival of summer at Holiday Inn Macao Cotai Central and meet the characters from your favourite DreamWorks attraction at the same time. From 1 June until 30 September, guests can enjoy an overnight stay and have some fun at Shrekfast with the DreamWorks Gang, a DreamWorks- themed buffet breakfast with live entertainment from Shrek and Princess Fiona, Po from “Kung Fu Panda” and Alex the Lion from “Madagascar” to just name a few.
Sofitel Guangzhou Sunrich is pleased to announce the appointment of Fredrik Genberg to the position of Area General Manager Southern China, General Manager Sofitel Guangzhou Sunrich. During his 26 years of Asian tenure, Mr. Genberg has worked in many exciting destinations including Beijing, Bali, Hanoi and Kuala Lumpur. In 2009, he joined Accor as General Manager at Sofitel Wanda Harbin and quickly moved up. His successes include an increase in market share, guest and employee satisfaction along with overall market recognition capturing 41 awards in 2013. This made Sofitel Beijing the most awarded Sofitel in ASPAC.
Specialising in decadently delicious cakes, chocolates and patisseries, the High Tea at Sheraton Dongguan Hotelis just waiting to be gobbled up. Under the watchful eye of Chef Buck, the High Tea offers mouth- watering homemade delicacies including breads, pastries and incredible cakes made to look like exquisite sculptures. Stay for a cup of perfectly roasted coffee or luxurious hot chocolate served with a chocolate spoon. Alternatively, take a patisserie or two away to savour at home.
Enjoy a distinctive Dragon Boat Festival at InterContinental Huizhou Resort! Café Veranda presents delectable glutinous rice dumplings, various seafood, Japanese salmon sashimi, barbecue steaks, New Zealand Lamb and much more. At the same time, they invite the children to celebrate Children’s Day with fun-filled activities at Kids Club and sweeten the afternoon with a range of tempting, self- made desserts.
Hilton Shenzhen Shekou Nanhai announces the appointment of award-winning chef, Lao Kam Kai, as Executive Chinese Chef. He will be responsible for all aspects pertaining to the success of the hotel from a Chinese culinary experience. Prior to joining Hilton Shenzhen Shekou Nanhai, Mr. Lau held the position as Executive Chinese Chef in The Venice Hotel Shenzhen. He has abundant culinary experience as Executive Chinese Chef in many famous Chinese restaurants and hotels in Mainland China, Hong Kong and Macao. He has won numerous industry awards including the prestigious Master Chef from "Grand Chef Encounter".