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Holidays at the Wedgewood

Vancouver, B.C. – The Wedgewood Hotel & Spa continues its award-winning trend this year with the inclusion in the “Top #100 Hotels in North America” by Travel + Leisure Magazine, as well as having been recognised in Conde Nast’s “Gold List.”  Bacchus Restaurant received the “Best Bar & Lounge in Vancouver” from the Vancouver Restaurant Awards for the ninth consecutive year, as well as being awarded once again “Best Hotel Dining in Vancouver!”

In keeping with tradition, the Wedgewood is preparing once again for an exciting Holiday Season.  The elegant decorations and seasonal displays throughout Bacchus Restaurant and the Hotel lobby are sure to put everyone in the holiday spirit, and opening the Season properly, on December 4th, the lobby will feature Carol Singers from 11:30am to 1:30pm.  The Carollers will also be performing on December 4th, 5th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 17th, 18th, and 19th at the same time in the Hotel lobby, so make sure to stop in for lunch and enjoy the wonderful atmosphere. 

Take the time this Holiday season to indulge yourself and your loved ones with the festive atmosphere, wonderful food, and great hospitality of the Wedgewood Hotel & Spa and Bacchus Restaurant. 

Reservations

*    Festive Desk: Reservations and ticket sales for Christmas Dinner, New Year’s Eve Dinner as well as Christmas Eve Dinner and Holiday packages are available through the Festive Desk from Monday to Friday, 3:00pm to 8:00pm, starting November 1st 2008.  Please call 604-689-7777, Ext. 5210, or toll-free at 1-800-663-0666, or email festivedesk@wedgewoodhotel.com.

*    Bacchus Restaurant: Reservations for all other Holiday events in Bacchus please call the restaurant directly at 604-608-5319. 

*    Catering Department: Dinner Parties or Receptions of 10 persons or more please contact our Catering Department at 604-608-5303. 

*    Sales Office: To purchase Gift Certificates please contact the sales office at 604-608-5304. 

 

AMERICAN THANKSGIVING

Why not join our US neighbours and celebrate Thanksgiving twice this year!  In honour of the many American guests here at the Wedgewood, on Thursday, November 27th, Executive Chef Lee Parsons will prepare the traditional Thanksgiving Roasted Turkey in addition to his à la carte menu, served from 5:30pm to 10:00pm.  Reservations can be made through Bacchus @ 604-608-5319

 

CHRISTMAS PARTIES

The Wedgewood takes great pleasure in sharing special events with its guests, such as hosting Christmas Parties, and understands how important each event is to your company or family.  This is why the hotel accepts a maximum of only two events at a time, in order to offer you the exceptional service we have become known for.  The elegant facilities can accommodate parties of up to 100 guests & the knowledgeable staff will take care of every detail to ensure your celebration is a glittering success.  Please contact our Catering Manager, Mary Timbol @ 604-608-5303 or catering@wedgewoodhotel.com for availability and menus.

 

AFTERNOON HOLIDAY TEA TIME

Treat yourself to the relaxing tradition of Afternoon High Tea, within the warm and enveloping woods, and silk tapestries, of Bacchus Lounge.  Enjoy infused loose-leaf teas, decadent pastries, delicate finger sandwiches, and homemade scones for only $39.00 per person, excluding taxes and gratuity.  High Tea is served fireside in Bacchus Lounge on Saturdays & Sundays, as well as Boxing Day and New Years Day from 2:00pm to 4:00pm.  Reservations can be made through Bacchus @ 604-608-5319

 

CHRISTMAS EVE IN BACCHUS

Bacchus Restaurant & Lounge enters its element during the Festive Season and offers the perfect wintry escape on Christmas Eve.  Choose from Executive Chef Lee Parson’s modern French à la carte Festive Menu, and Bacchus’ exclusive selection of fine wines, in the romantic candlelit atmosphere, enhanced by live piano music from 5:00 to 12:00am midnight.  Please note that the lounge becomes part of the restaurant for Christmas Eve Dinner.  Reservations are required and can be made through the Festive Desk @ 604-689-7777 ext. 5210.

 

THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS DAY

Let the doors of the Wedgewood transport you to a place of warmth,  holiday joy, and the finest of European tradition.  Since the highlight of the season is the look of joy and anticipation on a child’s face, the Wedgewood Hotel & Spa is especially welcoming to families with children, extending the Christmas theme to the hotel’s live entertainment, holiday menus, and décor.  Bacchus Restaurant will feature a delicious Festive Brunch menu for $55.00 for adults and $30.00 per child 10 years and under.  A special three-course Christmas Day Turkey Lunch from 11:00am to 1:30pm.  The Turkey Lunch is $65.00 for adults, and $35.00 for children 10 & under, excluding tax and gratuity.  Reservations can be made through Bacchus @ 604-608-5319.

 

CHRISTMAS DINNER

Executive Chef Lee Parsons will then serve his most popular creations at a four-course gourmet Christmas Dinner with seatings at 4:00pm and 7:00pm.  The dinner will include Apple Wood House Smoked Salmon, Maple Roasted Butternut Squash Soup, your choice of entrée: Traditional Roast Grain Fed Turkey, Herb Crusted Filet of Queen Charlotte Halibut, or Grilled Tenderloin of Alberta “AAA” Beef and for dessert, enjoy your choice of Traditional Plum Pudding with Eggnog and Rum Ice Cream or a Tasting of Chocolate Themed Desserts.  Coffee or Loose leaf Tea will also be provided along with Christmas Petit Fours & Mince Pies.  While enjoying your meal enjoy your favourite Christmas music performed by our resident pianist.  The price will be $140.00 per adult, $60.00 per child 10 years and under, excluding tax and gratuity.  Reservations by ticket sales only and can be purchased through the festive desk @ 604-689-7777 ext. 5210. 

 

CHRISTMAS PACKAGE

Experience the opulence of a Wedgewood Christmas with two nights accommodation, either December 24th & 25th or December 25th & 26th, wholesome continental buffet breakfast for two in Bacchus each morning, and the traditional turkey Christmas Day Dinner for two with all the trimmings.  The package also includes valet parking and is available from $722.00 CAD, based on double occupancy, excluding taxes and gratuities.  Additional nights start at $198.00 CAD per night.  For reservations please contact the hotel @ 604-689-7777.

 

NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER

Celebrate the night in Bacchus with live entertainment and a delectable four-course menu that will feature first course choices of Ballotine of Quebec Foie Gras & Slow Braised Oxtail or Dungeness Crab and Scallops Croquettes, followed by your choice of Salad of Organic Leaves and Herbs or Cream of Salsify Soup with Black Truffle.  For your entrée enjoy your choice of Grilled “AAA” Beef Tenderloin, Pan Seared Filet of B.C. Spring Salmon or Herb Crusted Loin of Lamb.  To finish off your meal we will tempt you with your choice of dessert by choosing between Warm Chocolate Fondant, Orange and Grand Marnier Crème Brulee, or a Tasting of British Columbia Artisan Cheeses.  Coffee or Tea, and Petit Fours are also included in the sumptuous meal.  Available for purchase throughout the night will be vintage champagne, or wines from the extensive Bacchus wine list.  This four-course menu, served from 6:00 to 10:00pm, is $150.00 per person, excluding tax and gratuity.  Reservations by ticket sales only and can be purchased through the festive desk @ 604-689-7777 ext. 5210.

 

NEW YEAR’S EVE PACKAGE

Kick the New Year off with an evening of celebration in one of the Wedgewood’s elegant guestrooms or suites.  Get the evening off to the finest start with a chilled bottle of Sparkling Wine or Champagne upon arrival, followed by the delicious four-course New Year’s Eve dinner in the romantic Bacchus Restaurant.  The package is available from $678.00 CAD based on double occupancy, excluding taxes & gratuities, and additional nights start at $198.00 CAD per night.  Room Only Rates for New Year’s Eve start at $258.00 CADFor reservations please contact the hotel @ 604-689-7777.


NEW YEARS DAY BRUNCH

Who doesn’t love brunch with friends after a special event?  Relax by the fire and sink into the comfortable chairs in the posh atmosphere of Bacchus, and enjoy Executive Chef Lee Parsons’ delightful Brunch selection of a three course a la carte menu, at $55.00 CAD per adult and $30.00 per child 10 years and under available from 11:00am to 2:00pm on January 1st 2009.  For reservations please contact Bacchus @ 604-608-5319.

 

HOLIDAY GIFT CERTIFICATES                          

Offer your family and friends a Wedgewood Gift Certificate, custom designed to their tastes and wishes.  Whether you select hotel accommodations, special packages, a luxurious Spa treatment, or a gourmet dining experience, you can be certain your gift will be wonderfully received!  Please visit our website to fill out the online form @ www.wedgewoodhotel.com or contact the Sales Department @ 604-608-5304 or sales@wedgewoodhotel.com with your requests.

 

FESTIVE STAYOVER RATES

Make the most of your Wedgewood Party or Function with specially priced overnight rates, during the month of December, that offer the perfect antidote to anyone hoping to getaway from it all and truly enjoy the event!  These Festive Stayover Rates start at $178.00 CAD Sunday to Thursday and $198.00 CAD on Friday & Saturday for an Executive Room, excluding taxes.  Please note that these rates are only extended to guests who are attending Christmas Parties in the hotel, or functions being held in the Bacchus Restaurant and Lounge.  For reservations please contact the hotel @ 604-689-7777.

If you don’t wish to purchase a package and are not attending a party, or function at the Wedgewood Hotel & Spa, rest assured you can still enjoy the Wedgewood over Christmas with the Special Shopping Rate, which includes complimentary Valet Parking and is available from $198.00 CAD, Sunday to Thursday and from $228.00 CAD, Friday and Saturday evening!  For reservations please contact the hotel @ 604-689-7777.

 

 

For Additional Information Contact:

Joanna Tsaparas-Piché

Director of Sales & Marketing

Wedgewood Hotel & Spa

845 Hornby Street

Vancouver, BC V6Z 1V1

Tel: 604 608 5304 Fax: 604 608 5349

jtsaparas@wedgewoodhotel.com

www.wedgewoodhotel.com