Radio Royal York

Radio Royal York – Episode 5: Beat The “February Blues”

In this episode, we beat the February “blues” with tips on how to add color and excitement to your hotel stay while staying warm and eco-friendly, too.

Host Melanie Coates is joined by guest Rob Sedor, Director of Housekeeping Services at The Fairmont Royal York Hotel, to talk about what guests can do to “green” their hotel stay.

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Show Notes:

Elizabeth Milan, owner of The Elizabeth Milan Day Spa, then tells us how to put a healthy “pink” glow into tired winter skin the natural way. The spa has also teamed with the hotel to offer a Valentine’s Day treat for couples. The Bear Affair treatment offers two 30-minute body massages in a double room for $110. The Bear Hugs offers two friends or two lovers a rooftop honey and milk manicure with exfoliation and parabath over 45 minutes for $99. Treatments may be booked by calling 416-350-7500 or visiting the Website. Proceeds from the treatments benefit the World Wildlife Fund.
 

Valentine’s Day is a time to romance and pursue passion. The Fairmont Royal York offers both, with an evening of delicious dining and a special Valentine’s Stay Over Rate of $99, from Wednesday, February 11 through Sunday, February 15, 2009.

For 80 years, The Fairmont Royal York hotel has wooed couples with its wealth of experience in romantic dining.

“The seductive quality of a thoughtfully prepared experience is what makes Valentine’s Day special,” says Fairmont Royal York’s Director of Food and Beverage, John Cordeaux. The Fairmont Royal York’s EPIC Restaurant and Benihana’s Japanese Steakhouse are the perfect dining getaways for a prelude or an interlude on Valentine’s Day.

EPIC, located on the lobby level of The Fairmont Royal York, offers fine dining to both hotel guests and visitors who appreciate fine cuisine. EPIC’s Chef Ryan Gustafson’s focus on sustainable cuisine is highlighted on the menu through the use of local organic products and the restaurant’s Oceanwise membership.

Benihana’s Japanese Steakhouse, located on the Avenue’s level of The Fairmont Royal York, brings the best of teppanyaki-style culture and cuisine to the Fairmont Royal York with tabletop cooking methods that allow guests to be part of the cooking experience. Benihana’s highly skilled Teppan chefs present and prepare all entrées at a ‘hibachi’ table, where a fast-paced performance of chopping and juggling creates an exciting dining experience and conversation sparks.

Diners wishing to book Valentine’s dinner or dinner and the $99 Valentine’s Stay Over Rate should call (416) 860-5050 or e-mail festive@fairmont.com.

Valentine’s Day Menu – EPIC Restaurant
Wednesday, February 11 – Sunday, February 15, 2009

Hamachi Sashimi
Oranges, Olives, Fennel, Mache, Jalapeno Emulsion
Wine Pairing: 2004 13th Street, Premiere Cuvée – Niagara, Ontario
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Foie Gras
Seared Quebec Foie Gras, Truffled French Toast, Port Glazed Figs, Cippolini Onions
Wine Pairing: 2005 Villa Saletta, Chiave, – Toscana, Italy
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Rowe Farms Lamb Rack
“Sous Vide” of Heirloom Carrots, Turnips, Dupuy Lentils, Medjool Date Purée

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Black Angus Striploin Steak
Caramelized Onion Mashed Potato, Braised King Mushroom, Espresso-Kozlik’s Mustard Jus

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Ontario Arctic Char
Cauliflower Puree, Autumn Beets, Fine Beans, Raisin Brown Butter Sauce
Wine Pairing: 2003 Bellingham, SMV “Maverick” – Costal Region,
South Africa, (Syrah, Mourvedre, Viogner)
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Double Chocolate, Raspberry Pave, Spiced Strawberry Reduction
Wine Pairing: 1979 Villa di Ventice, Vin Santo – Tuscana, Italy

Price: $65 or $100 per person with wine pairings

Valentine’s Day Menu – Benihana’s Japanese Steakhouse
Saturday, February 14, 2009

Sushi Sampler or Shrimp Tempura Appetizer
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Benihana Onion Soup
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Valentine Salad with a Citrus Vinaigrette
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Choice of: Teriyaki Chicken, Hibachi Steak, Shrimp & Scallop or Hibachi Tuna
served with Hibachi Grilled Vegetables and Steamed Japanese Rice
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Lindt Chocolate Valentine Delicacy

Price: $70 per person