The Peninsula Chicago Invites Guests to Celebrate the Holidays with a Festive Room Package and To-go Offerings

Charity fundraising, holiday menus, storytelling, and more highlight the spirit of the season

During the festive season, when the comfort of gathering with loved ones is now more important than ever, The Peninsula Hotels is extending a warm invitation to all to rediscover time-honoured family traditions. An array of special To-Go offerings, a festive room package and multiple gift options, await guests to create magical holiday moments with their families. 

       
Festive Afternoon Tea To-Go
Festive Afternoon Tea at The Peninsula has become an annual holiday tradition for many families over the years. This year guests have the option of continuing the tradition with the Afternoon Tea To-Go experience so they may enjoy the culinary delights in the comfort of their own home. The menu features two flavorful teas from Palais des Thés; four tea sandwiches including chicken salad, smoked salmon with caviar, egg and truffle salad and cucumber; and a kale and tomato quiche rounds out the savory offerings. Pastries and treats feature: traditional and peppermint orange scones; Christmas stollen; and selection of pastries including red velvet dome, chocolate yule log, chestnut eggnog macaron and English fruit cake. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are available. Festive Afternoon Tea is available for guests staying in the hotel and for To-Go orders. December 19 and 20, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Afternoon Tea To-Go is US$ 75 for adults and US$ 35 for children (with the purchase of an Afternoon Tea To-Go for an adult). Prices exclude tax. Guests may order via TOCK.

Holiday Rates and Winter Packages
An array of special rates and packages featuring seasonal themed amenities have been created for guests looking to enjoy all that Chicago has to offer this holiday season. One such package, Merry and Bright, appeals to families: 

• Merry and Bright Package 
  - In-room holiday decorations (includes Christmas tree, garland, poinsettia and a Gingerbread playhouse) 
  - Holiday welcome amenity  
  - Christmas movie library 
  - Dessert for four delivered to the suite (two adults and two children under 12 years)
  - Daily American breakfast for four (two adults and two children under 12 years) 
  - A virtual welcome and storytelling by Santa Claus
  
  Rates start at US$ 1,250 for a Junior Suite, plus tax. This room offer is available for stay dates of now through December 31, 2020, based on availability.  This package can be reserved at peninsula.com.

“Christmas To-Go”

Guests interested in celebrating the Christmas holiday at home can reserve a “To-Go” dinner. Choose from a roasted ribeye with red wine sauce and horseradish cream or whole spiral ham with traditional gravy, available at US$ 88 per person, plus tax. The minimum order is for six guests (each option serves six to eight guests). Both entrée options include a variety of side dishes such as Maine lobster bisque, saffron poached pear salad, butternut squash with pistachios and maple syrup, Brussels sprouts with chestnuts, cheese potato gratin and rolls. Holiday cookies are included for dessert. A traditional yule log is available for purchase for US$ 26, plus tax. Orders may be placed via TOCK.

An individual ribeye dinner is available for US$ 75 or an individual turkey dinner may be ordered for US$ 55. Both individual dinners come with the same side dishes as the larger meals. An individual portion of the yule log is available for US$ 8. Prices exclude tax. Individual dinners may also be ordered via TOCK.

Pre-order the To-Go meal by 3:00 pm on December 22.  Pick up will take place December 23 to 25, between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm. 

Meal One-For-One Donation via Shanghai Terrace and The Lobby To-Go Menus
For meals purchased from Shanghai Terrace and The Lobby To-Go menus, The Peninsula Chicago will make a one-for-one meal donation to The Greater Chicago Food Depository, part of Feeding America national organization. This offers guests a special opportunity to experience Cantonese or contemporary American cuisine and give back to the community. For every meal purchased from the hotel’s restaurants, a meal will be paid for via The Greater Chicago Food Depository. The hotel expects to donate 20,000 meals by the end of 2020. 

Shanghai Terrace To-Go:
Serves Cantonese Cuisine
Dinner, Wednesday through Sunday, 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Orders may be placed via these options: 
• Open Table for pickup
• GrubHub for delivery
• diningPCH@peninsula.com
• Via calling +1(312) 573 6567
Orders can be picked up curb side at 108 East Superior Street 


The Lobby To-Go:
Serves contemporary American cuisine
Breakfast, daily, 6:00 am to 11:00 am
All Day Dining, daily, 11:00 am to 10:00 pm  
Orders may be placed via these options: 
• Open Table for pickup
•  diningPCH@peninsula.com
• Via calling +1(312) 573-6760
Orders can be picked up curb side, at 108 East Superior Street

Entertaining at Home Peninsula-Style 
Guests interested in planning a celebration at home with family and friends or a romantic evening for two, have options with The Peninsula Chicago’s Entertaining at Home Peninsula Style. The culinary team has prepared a variety of options to help guests entertain this fall and through the holiday season. The menu starts with a selection of cheeses, charcuterie, duck pâté, crudité, nuts, homemade chips with truffle oil, fall fruits, chocolate truffles and macarons. This entertaining box starts at US$ 85 for two guests. Additional hot and cold items can be included for additional fees, including lamb meatballs, daikon fries Goggi wings, shaved roast beef sliders and mini jumbo lump crab cakes. Deviled eggs, jumbo prawns, oysters, smoked salmon tea sandwiches round out the cold selections. Items to share include hummus, truffle pâté, caviar, tuna tartare and a selection of miniature sweets. These menu items are priced separately. A selection of beverages are available for purchase including wine, Champagne and pre-made cocktails. Orders can be placed by calling +1(312) 573-6760 or by contacting diningPCH@peninsula.com. 

A Season of Giving
As well as a time for celebration with loved ones, the holidays are a time of sharing and generosity. In that spirit, The Peninsula Hotels is continuing its custom of reaching out to those who are less fortunate. Guests are invited to bring a new or gently used children’s book which will be donated to 
The Chicago Public Library Foundation, which supports literacy efforts and youth empowerment programs. 

Stories from the Tree
In keeping with tradition, Peninsula hotels around the world will illuminate a giant, splendidly decorated Christmas tree in its grand lobby. This dazzling display will be the focal point for “Stories from the Tree”, a Peninsula tradition since 2018. Six colourful characters, including the Nutcracker, Gingerbread Man, Robin, and Reindeer will adorn Christmas trees as well as festive decorations. 

Each year, a different “Stories from the Tree” character is highlighted with a specially written children’s story. This year, the protagonist of the story, The Robin’s Journey, is the red-breasted Robin, who travels around the world to experience a variety of holiday adventures and highlights the spirit of kindness and giving. The Robin’s Journey will also be available as a complimentary e-book download on peninsula.com – along with previous years’ stories, The Gingerbread Man’s Tale and The Nutcracker’s Adventure.

Holiday Gift Giving
The Peninsula Chicago offers a variety of gift options, including beautifully wrapped gift certificates to The Peninsula Spa, for overnight stays or restaurant experiences.  Additionally, The Peninsula Spa’s retail offerings include several product lines for the ultimate in skin care routines (Biologique Recherche; Subtle Energies), a selection of athletic attire, plush throws, candles and more. Krigler boutique, located on the hotel’s lobby level features a wide array of fragrances and candles.  Based in France, the first Krigler fragrance was created in 1879 and continues to flourish today. The boutique opened at The Peninsula Chicago in November 2019. 

The Holiday Shoppe by Kehoe Designs
The Peninsula Chicago is pleased to announce a seasonal pop-up boutique, The Holiday Shoppe, a unique, lifestyle shop featuring holiday-centric retail items. The pop-up shop is located on the street level at Rush and Superior Streets (southwest corner of the hotel) and is temporarily taking over the space formerly occupied by the hotel’s European café, Pierrot Gourmet, through the end of 2020. The Holiday Shoppe is open daily through December 2020. 

To make room reservations or for more information on additional packages, please call direct at +1 (312) 573 6620, toll-free at +1 (866) 288 8889, visit peninsula.com/chicago or e-mail reservationPCH@peninsula.com. Terms and conditions apply.

To make reservations for Afternoon Tea To-Go or Christmas Dinner To-Go, Entertaining at Home boxes or for more information, please call direct at +1 (312) 573 6685, or e-mail diningPCH@peninsula.com.

For media inquiries, please contact: 

Susan Ellefson
Director Brand Marketing and Communications
The Peninsula Chicago 
Telephone: +1(312) 573-6616  
E-mail: susanellefson@peninsula.com   
Newsroom: www.peninsula.com/en/newsroom 
Website: www.peninsula.com