Friday, May 20, 2011

Exclusive homemade marmalade for the ARCOTEL John F

Every 14 days, Ilona Hoffman, winner of the German marmalade championship, prepares a unique exquisite jam for the guests of the hotel. “Frau Hoffmann’s jam is the ideal topping for our breakfast offer”, explains Thomas Kreft, F&B Manager of the ARCOTEL John F. The delicious handmade marmalade, carefully prepared in small quantities, fits very well with the hotel’s original culinary concept.

Next to the classical jam flavours, such as apricot or plum, a variety from pinnaple-chili to sour cherry jam flavours surprises guests who strive for the unconventional.The marmalade not only stands out due to these rare recipes, but also because of its high fruit concentration. It also contains reduced sugar and no preservatives are added.

This exclusive jam can be acquired at the ARCOTEL John F Berlin, Werderscher Markt 11

Monday, May 16, 2011

Zagreb - cosmopolitan and highly fashionable

"Srdacno Dobro dosli" - Welcome! So it seems to sound from the rooftops as soon as you enter the city. Zagreb offers an attractive mix of warm-hearted atmosphere and Mediterranean lifestyle. Countless green parks dominate the cityscape in the summer months. The St. Stephan´s cathedral rises majestically above the rooftops of Croatia’s capital and numerous monumental buildings from the period of the Austro-Hungarian Empire are a reminder of a magnificent past.

Over the years Zagreb has developed into a centre of science and economy, rich in cultural treasures and places of interest. In spring and in summer the city turns into a sea of blossoms and by the time you are taking a stroll through the city centre you will have succumbed to its charm.
Life happens in the streets, the city vibrates and the warm-hearted nature of the locals makes itself felt everywhere.

Zagreb can be reached within a few hours from Klagenfurt or even Vienna by plane, train or via the well-developed motorway network. The city is perfect for day trips, weekend breaks or for a quick stop on the way to the coastal region, which is a favourite with seaside holiday-makers, campers and yachtspeople.

Zagreb is also the setting for a wide variety of popular art, cultural and trendy events and a stage for concerts and festivals. Coming soon: Busta Rhymes, Kosheen, Joe Cocker, Arcade Fire, Nick Cave and "30 Seconds to Mars" (the band of Hollywood actor Jared Leto). Even the pope has announced a visitation in June.

The ARCOTEL Allegra - with its central location - offers a high level of comfort and hospitality and a delicious Croatian cuisine. It is the ideal starting point for any kind of activities. Book your room at the ARCOTEL Allegra online - with ease. Check availability

Powered by ARCOTEL Camino: Koenigstreet – Boulevard of Dreams

Dynamic, down to earth and relaxed: So the Swabian capital Stuttgart is presenting in the minds of men. But the city is much more than one of the greenest and most dynamic cities in Europe. With exciting cultural projects right across the year, a creative and unique party scene hot spots, the city offers something for every taste and lifestyle. Such an exciting event is "Koenigstreet - Boulevard of Dreams", which is supported by the ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart. The basic idea is to develop something new beyond all standards, because life is too short for standards.

Now its time to mix the exciting elements of design, art, fashion, music, performance and lifestyle and create something new which lives, further developed and transforms. Each "Koenigstreet" event is an experience and an unforgettable event. Without forgetting its origins, it is an attempt to escape the boundaries of everyday life and immerse yourself in a new international flair. "Koenigstreet" is inviting all nighthawks to the "Boulevard of Dream". Dream and dance to the sensational beats from StoneBridge and an extraordinary violin performance. We are looking forward to this event and the unique mix. We will report, be curious.

AMICI Lautenschlagerstrasse 2 70173 Stuttgart www.amici.de 0711/227 02 92
Admission: advance sale EUR 10,00 box office EUR 12,00 advance sale directly in the Amici, Puls, Pursuits or under: info@koenigstreet-love.de

DRESSCODE: DRESS TRES CHIC OR LIKE AN ALIEN IF YOU CAN!

http://www.koenigstreet-love.de/#/Events

Date: Saturday, 21th of May 2011

Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Executive business at the ARCOTEL Kaiserwasser

Besides seven seminar rooms with a total of 350 sqm that provide meeting capacity for up to 350 persons, and a separate 50 sqm room for private meetings the ARCOTEL Kaiserwasser offers five air-conditioned exclusive business suites for discussions and meetings for up to 10 persons in an extraordinary atmosphere.

The business suites are located on the executive floor (5th floor) with its own reception and lounge, are 42 sqm to 108 sqm in size and are provided with high speed internet access via WLAN and cable, flatscreen TV and DVD/CD player.



Partly with a spacious terrace overlooking the green surroundings, an open fire place or a whirlpool, all business suites offer a generous basic seminar equipment: overhead projector, screen, flip chart, pin board, notepad and ballpoint pen, presenter´s box and beamer.
Upon request we will take care of any other equipment concerning audio, video and new media.

Our banquet department will be happy to assist you:
T +43 1 224 24-703
M bankett.kaiserwasser@arcotelhotels.com

Download: ARCOTEL Kaiserasser fact sheet

Tuesday, May 10, 2011

Cuisine at the highest level – Culinary Art Festival 2011

The Culinary Art Festival, by now one of the most important gourmet festivals in Europe, already took place the 4th in 2011. The "hotspots" of Linz, a consolidation of almost 60 restaurateurs and hoteliers, year after year campaign successfully and make Linz the indulgence centre of Austria. Within the course of the Culinary Art Festival – under the patronage of once-in-a-century cook Prof. Dr. h.c. Eckart Witzigmann – 11 celebrity chefs provided culinary fireworks for the sensual pleasures in Upper Austrian state capital.

Culinary guest appearance in a class of its own
The guests of dasRESTAURANT at the ARCOTEL Nike Linz had on the 26th April exclusively the chance to enjoy a six course gala dinner of above the title culinary star Martin Fauster. In action were four members of the "Fauster brigade", 12 waiters and 10 cooks of the ARCOTEL Nike Linz. The gala dinner was additionally supported by the vineyard Gerald Tschida, which was in charge of the corresponding and accompanying wines for each course. According to this maximal effort the culinary guest appearance of Martin Fauster was a very successful and tasty event.

Inventive cooking
Since 2004 38 years old Martin Fauster, a native of Styria, is chef de cuisine of the gourmet restaurant "Königshof" at the hotel Königshof in Munich. "A good, clear cuisine, the focus on the main product, witty and inventive cooked, without gimmicks", Martin Fauster describes his cooking style, which he implemented after years of travel at the "Königshof". The guests at dasRESTAURANT of the ARCOTEL Nike Linz, amongst others the president of Austrian Medical Chamber Peter Niedermoser, spoke in high terms of the lukewarm salmon trout with avocado, the langostinos with cauliflower, quinoa and fond of maces, the gently roasted lamb with sweetbread ravioli, and of course the perfect corresponding wines from Burgenland.


Picture credit: ARCOTEL Hotels | Publication free of charge

Monday, May 9, 2011

Austrian wine, homemade treats and Viennese joy of living

On the 30th of April wine enthusiast had the unique opportunity to taste the best wines of Austria. 14 Vintagers and vineyards presented their most precious drops on the 1st Ball of the Austrian wine at the ballroom of the hotel ARCOTEL Wimberger Vienna. Participating were innovative wineries like Wellanschitz, Artner, Dockner, Krug and Schauer and also popular vintagers like Franz Weninger and Willi Opitz.

Enjoyment for all senses
Another highlight was the specifically for this unprecedented event created "Winzerball Brut Sélection" of the Styrian champagne producer Kleinoscheg. The food and a seven course menu was provided by the team of
ARCOTEL Wimberger at the restaurant WIMBERGERs wia z'Haus. Singer and presenter Andy Marek hosted the evening and guided through the programme. Responsible for the musical entertainment at the ball were Prof. Wolfgang Steubl and his Orchester, together with the folk and Schlager music group "Salonsteirer".

Shaking legs and wine glasses
A total of 14 vintager and more than 200 guests - who all were all very skillfull dancers – cut up the floor at the 1st Ball of the Austrian wine and twirled round the dance floor. This lively evening offered for the first time the opportunity to dance and to enjoy a good glass of wine at the same, whereas usually one has to choose between these two options. With this in mind the guests celebrated with premium drops, homemade culinary delights and danced to the sound of Prof. Wolfgang Steubl and his Orchester until the early hours.


Picture credit: ARCOTEL Hotels – publication free of charge

Friday, May 6, 2011

May in Berlin – The month for theatre fans

Every year in May the best German theatre professionals, journalists and international guests meet at the annual Theatre Meeting in Berlin. The ten most remarkable plays of the season - selected from among around 400 competitors by an independent jury - will be presented at different Berlin theaters starting today until 22.05.2011.

The thrilling performances are accompanied by a varied program with debates among prominent guests from the cultural, political and economics scenes, together with lively awarding ceremonies, discussions with the audience and premiére parties. Moreover, the Stückemarkt, as a “festival within the festival” will present new plays by undiscovered European authors.

Chosen scenes will be shown at the large screen in Sony Center (Potsdamer Platz) as public viewing. You can find the complete program at: http://www.berlinerfestspiele.de/en/aktuell/festivals/03_theatertreffen/tt_start.php

The ARCOTEL Velvet Berlin is the ideal starting point for your trip into the world of the best German theatre, thanks to its central location in the middle of the artistic and cultural scenes of Berlin.