Showing posts with label chefs. Show all posts
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Tuesday, October 6, 2015

11 WAYS LANGDON HALL WILL SPOIL YOU


The exterior of Langdon Hall Country House Hotel and Spa, the Relais & Châteaux property  which features 52 luxurious guest suites. The gorgeous location in Cambridge, Ontario is just one reason to visit.


Interacting with guests in the dining room, taking them on foraging tours on Langdon Hall's grounds and picking vegetables in the beautiful garden, Chef Jason Bangerter is electric as he speaks about food.  "Being here has revitalized me," he says.

 

Recently awarded the 2015 Relais & Chateaux – Rising Chef Trophy, Chef Jason Bangerter creates a colourful plate of foraged ingredients as the focal point of a plate featuring farmer's hands.


The grounds feature a British style garden replete with flowers, fruits and vegetables.


A basket of freshly foraged ingredients for tonight's menu, in the background one of the hotel's water features. 
 

Lounge chairs beneath a portico near the hotel's pool.

A sun room leads to the original residence (each room on the ground floor is now used for meetings and private events is decorated uniquely).

The hotel is a font of tranquility and relaxation.


'Terroir'- a visual and flavour feast of intoxiating herbs and berries foraged from around the property at Langdon Hall.


A path leads to the Spa (plans are in the works for a brand new spa and more rooms).


Afternoon tea served in classic British style by pastry chef Rachel Nicholson

Initially built as a country estate by wealthy American Eugene Langdon Wilks in 1902, Langdon Hall Country House Hotel and Spa has all the grandeur of an old world chateau. Situated in Cambridge, Ontario the hotel's spectacular grounds feature a Victorian style garden, greenhouses, pool, and trails amidst Canadian forest. Flowers blossom at every turn, and native herbs grow wild in the surrounding primeval forest.

While the Hall itself is spectacular with its Federal Revival style architecture, the food inspired by local, seasonal ingredients is equally astounding. Chef Jason Bangerter uses the natural colours of locally foraged plants to offset white plates and infuses modern techniques and playful artistry in his food.

At the spa, an array of treatments help to revive the senses after a long flight. Our stable loft suite is spacious, with a sitting area and wood burning fireplace that makes it even more cozy.

Read more in the Winter 2015/16 issue of City Style and Living Magazine.

 ***A friendly reminder, all photography on City Style and Living Magazine, Facebook Page, Twitter, website and Blog are copyright 2007-2015 K&S Media. Please do not use elsewhere without the written consent of City Style and Living Magazine. Thank you kindly!
 
You may visit the New Summer 2015 issue of City Style and Living magazine (also available in print) at the following address (follow the three simple steps to access the full magazine, online) :

1) go to http://www.citystyleandliving.com 
2) click on the 'front cover' image, on the left hand side of your screen
3) to flip through the e-magazine, click on the bottom right hand corner
of the magazine, just as you would our print magazine!
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Monday, August 3, 2015

THE CANADIAN BEEF CULINARY SERIES BY KARISMA LAUNCHES 2015 LINEUP WITH WORLD-RENOWNED CHEFS


Canadian Beef served at El Dorado Royale, A Spa Resort, by Karisma, an adults-only Gourmet Inclusive® property.

 

Chef Erik R. Palomino of Toronto was the showcase guest Chef at the Canadian Beef Culinary Series by Karisma in July 2015.


A selection of Kendall Jackson wines served at the beach bbq

Living in Alberta, we are fortunate to be at the heart of the Canadian beef industry. There are even people who drive around with “I love Alberta beef” logo on their cars and trucks. Imagine enjoying that quintessential Canadian ingredient in the tropics beside the Caribbean sea. 

CSL was excited to learn that TheCanadian Beef Culinary Series at El Dorado Royale, A Spa Resort, by Karisma, an adults-only Gourmet Inclusive® property in Cancun, Mexico does just that. The event takes place the second week of each month when guest chefs work with the talented Karisma Hotels & Resorts team of Michelin star restaurant-trained chefs and sommeliers to provide guests with an exciting culinary schedule, including cooking classes, tastings, education classes, special pairing menus and an exclusive Guest Chef Dinner – all centered around the star ingredient – Canadian Beef.
The Canadian Beef Culinary Series began with a kick-off beach BBQ- the tall palm trees, overlooking the crystal clear water was the perfect backdrop for the friendly gathering. The highlight? The interactive nature of the series - allowing guests to learn about how to prepare different beef cuts, chat with chefs, and discover new wine and food pairing suggestions from sommeliers.

The most exciting part for foodies? Chefs from cities across Canada will be sharing their culinary talents with guests throughout 2015, including Chef Jonathan Gushue from Toronto and former Top Chef Canada participant Chef Todd Perrin. In fact, Calgary Chef Paul Rogalski, owner/chef at Rouge Restaurant in Calgary, will be featured this November.

Offered exclusively at Karisma Hotels & Resorts, guests are invited to discover The Canadian Beef Culinary Series, by Karisma at an additional cost of $300 for the weeklong program at El Dorado Royale; a la carte rates for wines and ad hoc wine and culinary experiences at the entire collection of Karisma Hotels & Resorts start at $35


 ***A friendly reminder, all photography on City Style and Living Magazine, Facebook Page, Twitter, Instagram, website and Blog are copyright 2015 K&S Media. Please do not use elsewhere without the written consent of City Style and Living Magazine. Thank you kindly!

ALL PHOTOGRAPHY COPYRIGHT K&S MEDIA 2015

You may visit the New Summer 2015 issue of City Style and Living magazine (also available in print) at the following address (follow the three simple steps to access the full magazine, online) :

1) go to http://www.citystyleandliving.com 
2) click on the 'front cover' image, on the left hand side of your screen
3) to flip through the e-magazine, click on the bottom right hand corner
of the magazine, just as you would our print magazine!
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Monday, December 15, 2014

31 Reasons to Love Ann Arbor Michigan (including Chelsea, Dexter and Ypsiltanti)

michigan stadium 'the big house'
A look at Michigan Stadium aka. The Big House

the bookstore mural ann arbor
The bookstore mural including: Woody Allen, Edgar Allan Poe, Hermann Hesse, Franz Kafka, and Anaïs Nin.


ann arbor michigan

A typical street in Ann Arbor

Chefs of Ann arbor michigan: the brinery, mezzevino, vellum
  Chatting with David Klingenberger of The Brinery, Executive chef Brent Courson at Mezzevino and Executive chef Jeffrey Sartor of Vellum











graffitti alley ann arbor
 Ann Arbor street art near graffiti alley.

angell hall at univeristy of michigan

The city features loads of beautiful architecture including the imposing columns of Angell hall at the University of Michigan.
law quad univeristy of michigan

Imagine studying here at The Law Quad (left). The gorgeous interior of the Law library at the University of Michigan (right).

michigan theatre in ann arbor
Street view of the Michigan Theater

logan restaurant ann arbor
Dinner and wine pairings from Chef Thad Gillies and sommelier Kevin Hobart at Logan

tea haus ann arbor michigan
Any tea of your choice at the TeaHaus

zingermans bakehouse ann arbor
Zingerman's Bakehouse with a variety of breads.

bigalora pizza ann arbor
A selection of pizza from Bigalora.

chelsea ale house michigan
Founder, Owner and Brewmaster, Chris Martinson of Chelsea Alehouse Brewery and a selection of beer.


mezzevino ann arbor
 Mezzevino Swordfish dish at dinnertime.

cherry republic ann arbor michigan

A selection of cherry products at Cherry Republic

University of michigan art
  University of Michigan Museum of Art
the last word michigan
Co-owner Robbie Schulz mixes cocktails at The Last Word.

cafe zola ann arbor
A variety of delicious breakfast specialties at Cafe Zola

zingermans cornman farms in dexter michigan
Zingerman's Cornman Farms in Dexter Michigan

kieron hales of cornman farms
 Cornman Farms (and former Devonian) managing partner Kieron Hales

ayses turkish cafe ann arbor michigan
Desserts and Turkish coffee from Ayse's Turkish Cafe

vinology ann arbor
Father and son duo John and Vinny.  Bottles of wine (right) at Vinology Wine Bar 


michigan union
The iconic Michigan Union.

aventura michigan
Modern Spanish tapas (including a roasted suckling pig) Aventura.

ugly dog chelsea michigan
 Dewey and his wife of Ugly Dog distillery serving premier vodka

ann arbor farmers market
Getting ready for Christmas at the Ann Arbor Farmers market.

john loomis zingermans creamery
Cheesemaker and managing partner John Loomis and his delicious cheese at Zingerman's Creamery.

takashi tagihashi slurping turtle
Taro Root tacos and an Asian salad (right) at Takahashi Yagihashi's the Slurping Turtle.

isalita ann arbor
Isalita Cantina Mexicana tequila tasting.

kindlefest ann arbor
A honey vendor at Kindlefest in Kerrytown

mani osteria ann arbor
  Mani Osteria and Bar Pickled Tomato bruschetta

handels messiah hill auditorium
An evening performance of Handel's Messiah at Hill Auditorium

purple rose theatre
Jeff Daniels (and Michigan native), Purple Rose Theatre

ypsilanti michigan
Look out on to the water at sunset from The Ann Arbor Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest in Ypsilanti, Michigan.

A team from CSL just returned from a culinary, and cultural tour of beautiful Ann Arbor Michigan.  A food revolution with passionate chefs and artisans are at the fore,  with exceptional local produce from local farmers.  The vibrant energy and stunning architecture throughout the campus (and stadium) at The University of Michigan feeds the soul of the city while locals are welcoming and hospitable.

Want more Ann Arbor Michigan? Look for the full travel editorial in the upcoming Spring 2015 issue of City Style and Living Magazine plus lots more on CSL's website and Social Media (links below)

 ***A friendly reminder, all photography on City Style and Living Magazine, Facebook Page, Twitter, website and Blog are copyright 2014 K&S Media. Please do not use elsewhere without the written consent of City Style and Living Magazine. Thank you kindly!


ALL PHOTOGRAPHY COPYRIGHT K&S MEDIA 2014 

You may visit the NEW Winter 2014/15 digital edition of City Style and Living magazine (also available in print) at the following address (follow the three simple steps to access the full magazine, online) :

1) go to http://www.citystyleandliving.com 
2) click on the 'front cover' image, on the left hand side of your screen
3) to flip through the e-magazine, click on the bottom right hand corner
of the magazine, just as you would our print magazine!
Follow us on twitter @CityStyleMag
Follow us on Instagram @CityStyleMag

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