Executive Chef Vikram Garg of Halekulani extends an invitation to ...
Executive Chef Vikram Garg of Halekulani extends an invitation to ...
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<strong>Executive</strong> <strong>Chef</strong> <strong>Vikram</strong> <strong>Garg</strong> <strong>of</strong> H alekul<strong>an</strong>i<br />
<strong>extends</strong> <strong>an</strong> <strong>invitation</strong> <strong>to</strong> our Chaine members <strong>to</strong><br />
A Spring Culinary Showcase by<br />
<strong>of</strong> the Imperial Hotel Tokyo<br />
Friday, April 5, 2013 @ 6:30 PM<br />
La Mer , Halekualni<br />
We have a private room re~erved lor a very limited<br />
number <strong>of</strong> members_<br />
RSVP <strong>to</strong> me <strong>an</strong>d <strong>to</strong> Halekula ni Dining Reservations<br />
at 923 ·2311 <strong>to</strong> secure ~our reservation.<br />
Please see the attached press release lor more<br />
inlormatlon.
<strong>Halekul<strong>an</strong>i</strong> Presents "A Taste <strong>of</strong> Imperial"<br />
A Spring Culinary Showcase by Gr<strong>an</strong>d <strong>Chef</strong> T<strong>an</strong>aka<br />
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE<br />
HONOLULU – March 7, 2013 – <strong>Halekul<strong>an</strong>i</strong>, celebrated for its personalized service, masterful cuisine <strong>an</strong>d innovation, invites guests <strong>to</strong><br />
enjoy a unique dining experience featuring renowned Gr<strong>an</strong>d <strong>Chef</strong> Kenichiro T<strong>an</strong>aka <strong>of</strong> the Imperial Hotel Tokyo. <strong>Chef</strong> T<strong>an</strong>aka, in<br />
cooperation with <strong>Halekul<strong>an</strong>i</strong> <strong>Executive</strong> <strong>Chef</strong> <strong>Vikram</strong> <strong>Garg</strong> <strong>an</strong>d his team, will create a special seven course menu plus c<strong>an</strong>apés.<br />
The theme <strong>of</strong> this special dinner will be Cherry Blossoms, a flower with special signific<strong>an</strong>ce in Jap<strong>an</strong>. The extremely beautiful but<br />
short-lived blossoms are richly symbolic <strong>of</strong> the fleeting nature <strong>of</strong> life. April is a traditional month for the flowers <strong>to</strong> bloom. This will<br />
be incorporated in the cuisine by using special ingredients imported from Jap<strong>an</strong>, including cherry blossom paste <strong>an</strong>d salt-cured<br />
cherry blossoms.<br />
Gr<strong>an</strong>d <strong>Chef</strong> T<strong>an</strong>aka has been Imperial Hotel Tokyo’s <strong>Executive</strong> Gr<strong>an</strong>d <strong>Chef</strong> since 1999. His highly prestigious career includes a<br />
national decoration by the French government with the prestigious Chevalier d<strong>an</strong>s l'Ordre du Merite Agricole, recognizing the<br />
promotion <strong>of</strong> French culture <strong>an</strong>d epicure<strong>an</strong> traditions by outst<strong>an</strong>ding individuals outside Fr<strong>an</strong>ce. Gr<strong>an</strong>d <strong>Chef</strong> T<strong>an</strong>aka is also credited<br />
with elevating Jap<strong>an</strong>ese perceptions <strong>of</strong> hotel weddings, when he oversaw the wedding menu <strong>of</strong> Her Imperial Highness Princess Nori,<br />
daughter <strong>of</strong> Emperor Akihi<strong>to</strong>, at Imperial Hotel Tokyo. Gr<strong>an</strong>d <strong>Chef</strong> T<strong>an</strong>aka is also a media celebrity, appearing on NHK cooking<br />
programs, newspaper features, magazines <strong>an</strong>d other media, representing the impressive <strong>an</strong>d diverse culinary accomplishments <strong>of</strong><br />
Tokyo's solitary gr<strong>an</strong>d hotel.<br />
The event will be held on Friday, April 5 starts at 6:30 p.m. at award-winning La Mer, with a c<strong>an</strong>apé <strong>an</strong>d Champagne reception<br />
followed by dinner. Cost is $295.00 per guest, exclusive <strong>of</strong> tax <strong>an</strong>d gratuity (limited seating). Guests will depart with a special gift: the<br />
Imperial <strong>Chef</strong> Mochizuki Original “Orchard Cake,” available exclusively at Imperial Hotel Tokyo. The menu follows:<br />
C<strong>an</strong>apés<br />
Roll <strong>of</strong> Smoked Salmon with Caviar<br />
C<strong>an</strong>apé <strong>of</strong> Codfish Br<strong>an</strong>dade <strong>an</strong>d Crab<br />
Mille-feuille <strong>of</strong> Foie Gras <strong>an</strong>d M<strong>an</strong>go with “Muscat de Rivesaltes” Wine Jelly<br />
Dinner Menu<br />
M<strong>an</strong>go <strong>an</strong>d Carrot Puree with Ginger Confit<br />
Assortment <strong>of</strong> Seafood <strong>an</strong>d Exotic Fruits with Cherry Flavor<br />
Cream <strong>of</strong> White Asparagus Soup “Argenteuil Style”<br />
Paupiette <strong>of</strong> Lobster Mousse Wrapped in Cabbage with Newberg Sauce<br />
Roast Veal with Honey <strong>an</strong>d Soy Sauce<br />
Mille-feuille <strong>of</strong> Pota<strong>to</strong> <strong>an</strong>d Comté Cheese with Morel<br />
Cherry Flower Sherbet on Rice Wine “Daiginjou” Gr<strong>an</strong>ita<br />
Gr<strong>an</strong>d Marnier Parfait with Or<strong>an</strong>ge Flavored Strawberry Sauce <strong>an</strong>d Plum Jelly
C<strong>of</strong>fee <strong>an</strong>d Petit Four<br />
Beverages: Wine pairing with each course<br />
For reservations, please contact Dining Reservations at (808) 923-2311. Complimentary parking. Dress code: Long-sleeved collared<br />
shirt or jacket required for gentlemen.<br />
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About <strong>Halekul<strong>an</strong>i</strong>:<br />
Since its inception in 1984, <strong>Halekul<strong>an</strong>i</strong> has received more th<strong>an</strong> 500 accolades, awards <strong>an</strong>d honoraria, <strong>an</strong>d is consistently r<strong>an</strong>ked<br />
among the world’s finest hotels. Spa<strong>Halekul<strong>an</strong>i</strong>, amongst m<strong>an</strong>y others, earned the coveted Forbes Four-Star rating, the highest<br />
bes<strong>to</strong>wed upon <strong>an</strong>y spa by the Forbes Travel Guide, <strong>an</strong>d was r<strong>an</strong>ked the #2 Best Resort Spa in North America by Conde Nast Traveler.<br />
<strong>Halekul<strong>an</strong>i</strong>’s fine dining restaur<strong>an</strong>t, La Mer, is Hawaii’s longest r<strong>an</strong>ked AAA-Five Diamond restaur<strong>an</strong>t. <strong>Halekul<strong>an</strong>i</strong> is m<strong>an</strong>aged by the<br />
Hotels <strong>an</strong>d Resorts <strong>of</strong> <strong>Halekul<strong>an</strong>i</strong>, a br<strong>an</strong>d m<strong>an</strong>agement division <strong>of</strong> the Honolulu-based <strong>Halekul<strong>an</strong>i</strong> Corporation, which also m<strong>an</strong>ages<br />
Waikiki Parc Hotel. <strong>Halekul<strong>an</strong>i</strong> is a member <strong>of</strong> The Leading Hotels <strong>of</strong> the World <strong>an</strong>d is aligned with Tokyo’s legendary Imperial Hotel.<br />
For reservations <strong>an</strong>d information, please contact a travel pl<strong>an</strong>ner, call <strong>Halekul<strong>an</strong>i</strong> at (800) 367-2343 / (808) 923-2311 or<br />
visit www.halekul<strong>an</strong>i.com.<br />
About <strong>Halekul<strong>an</strong>i</strong> Corporation<br />
<strong>Halekul<strong>an</strong>i</strong> Corporation owns <strong>an</strong>d operates globally-acclaimed luxury resort <strong>Halekul<strong>an</strong>i</strong> <strong>an</strong>d Waikiki Parc Hotel in Hawaii. <strong>Halekul<strong>an</strong>i</strong><br />
represents a luxury hospitality legacy <strong>of</strong> unique <strong>an</strong>d iconic proportions. (See About <strong>Halekul<strong>an</strong>i</strong>). Waikiki Parc Hotel, conveniently<br />
situated in close proximity <strong>to</strong> <strong>Halekul<strong>an</strong>i</strong>, was developed by <strong>Halekul<strong>an</strong>i</strong> Corporation in 1987 following the successful reopening <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>Halekul<strong>an</strong>i</strong>. The hotel <strong>of</strong>fers affordable luxury in a chic <strong>an</strong>d contemporary setting, <strong>an</strong>d provides new guest experiences <strong>an</strong>d gracious<br />
service, both hospitality hallmarks <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Halekul<strong>an</strong>i</strong> br<strong>an</strong>d.<br />
About Imperial Hotel<br />
Founded in the year 1890 under the behest <strong>of</strong> the Imperial Palace, the Imperial Hotel remains a legend close <strong>to</strong> the soul <strong>of</strong> the city <strong>of</strong><br />
Tokyo. It was here visi<strong>to</strong>rs from across the seas made their home as they brought <strong>to</strong> Jap<strong>an</strong> the wonders <strong>of</strong> the West in the age <strong>of</strong><br />
the Emperor Meiji. It was here, on the very same site, two generations <strong>of</strong> l<strong>an</strong>dmark buildings bade welcome <strong>to</strong> countless numbers<br />
<strong>of</strong> statesmen, <strong>to</strong> royalty, fabled celebrities <strong>an</strong>d helmsmen <strong>of</strong> international commerce.<br />
Since opening almost 12 decades ago, its prime mission has been <strong>to</strong> serve the nation by accommodating <strong>an</strong>d entertaining foreign<br />
dignitaries <strong>an</strong>d other import<strong>an</strong>t guests. As the site <strong>of</strong> numerous state functions, the Imperial Hotel has played <strong>an</strong> import<strong>an</strong>t role in<br />
Jap<strong>an</strong>’s modern his<strong>to</strong>ry. Moreover, as Jap<strong>an</strong>'s foremost urb<strong>an</strong> hotel, it has led the country’s hotel industry <strong>an</strong>d has made signific<strong>an</strong>t<br />
contributions <strong>to</strong> <strong>to</strong>urism, the national economy <strong>an</strong>d popular culture.<br />
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:<br />
<strong>Halekul<strong>an</strong>i</strong> Corporation<br />
EVINS, Ltd.<br />
Di<strong>an</strong>e Ako, Direc<strong>to</strong>r <strong>of</strong> Public Relations<br />
Sam<strong>an</strong>tha Stier, Account <strong>Executive</strong><br />
Phone: (808) 295-5794 Phone: (212) 377-3581<br />
Fax: (808) 536-8794 Fax: (212) 935-6730<br />
di<strong>an</strong>e.ako@halekul<strong>an</strong>icorp.com<br />
Sam<strong>an</strong>tha.Stier@Evins.com<br />
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