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The JW Marriott Seoul
The JW Marriott Seoul offers an 'F1 Package' that includes tickets in the G and H sections of the stands above Turn No. 10 on the 5.6km Korea International Circuit for Oct. 24.
The 850,000 won package gives two guests one night in a Superior Room on Oct. 23, two tickets to the first Korean Grand Prix, and round-trip transportation to the new track in Yeongam, South Jeolla Province.
The tour bus will leave the hotel at 7 a.m. and arrive at the track in time for lunch before the 3 p.m. start. The bus will not depart until after the final flag drops. For reservations, call (02) 6282-6282.
The Oakwood Premier Coex Center
The Oakwood Premier Coex Center introduces a French Cuisine Promotion in the Residents?Lounge until Oct. 31 by Chef Jerome from Oakwood Premier Joy-Nostalg Manila.
Jerome will introduce carefully chosen French dishes with fresh ingredients including pan-seared duck liver with croutons and raspberry vinaigrette, seared back of salmon with sorrel cream sauce, pan-fried beef tenderloin topped with duck liver and shaved truffles, and many more.
Main dishes are priced from 26,000 won, exclusive of tax. For more information, call (02) 3466-7203 or visit www.oakwoodpremier.co.kr.
The Park Hyatt Seoul
The Park Hyatt Seoul presents its “Autumn Awaken Package,” which includes a one-night stay, breakfast for two at the Cornerstone and a late check-out.
Guests can enjoy free DVDs on a soft, comfortable bed, or a romantic bath in a spacious spa-inspired bathroom while looking over the city’s night views.
Cornerstone’s breakfast offers fresh, healthy, home-made favorites such as eggs cooked upon guests’ request, hams, organic cereals, fresh juice, yogurt, fruit, pastries and Korean specialties.
The package also offers free access to the fitness studio, swimming pool and sauna located on the top floors of the hotel, subject to availability.
The price varies depending on the room type and arrival date. For more information, call (02) 2016-1100 or (02) 2016-1234.
Millennium Seoul Hilton
Il Ponte will hold a winemaker’s dinner featuring the highly acclaimed wines from Italy’s Castello Banfi on Oct. 28 at 7 p.m.
Castello Banfi is a family-owned vineyard estate and winery in the Brunello region of Tuscany. Together with its sister estates in Piedmont, Vigne Regali and Principessa Gavi, Castello Banfi has become recognized around the world for its dedication to excellence as well as sparking a renaissance in the art of Italian winemaking.
Chef Anita Bidini will spotlight the wines, composing a six-course menu to showcase the bouquet of the wines. The wine list for the evening includes the Brunello di Montalcino Poggio Alle Mura, the Poggio All’Oro and Le Pime.
The six-course gala dinner, inclusive of paired wines, is priced at 130,000 won per person, exclusive of tax.
For more information, call Il Ponte at (02) 317-3270.
The Imperial Palace Hotel
The Imperial Palace Hotel is holding the “Doors Art Fair” from Nov. 18 to 22, where young artists can exhibit their artwork in the hotel’s rooms. More than 40 works by artists from the U.S., U.K., Spain and Japan will be displayed in rooms on the eighth floor. Those who like the pieces can purchase them. For more information, call, (02) 3440-8000.
The Renaissance Seoul Hotel
Witold Szczechura was appointed the new executive chef to Renaissance Seoul Hotel.
Szczechura is a 20 year veteran of Marriott International. Most recent he has been the Executive Chef at Cebu City Marriott Hotel where he oversaw extensive renovation of restaurants.