Crowne Plaza Kuwait The Blog

Dine more with our Gift cards

2012-02-23T03:02:00.000-08:00

Dine more with our GIFT CARDS

سوف تكثر من زياراتك مع بطاقات هدايانا

The festivities have begun... it’s time to join in the fun!

2012-02-20T23:02:00.000-08:00

Thefestivities have begun... it’s time to join in the fun!

Celebratethe National and Liberation Days in style and enjoy all the amusementshappening at the Crowne Plaza Kuwait on the 25th and 26th of February alongwith your family and friends between 6-9 pm.

Crowne PlazaKuwait wishes everyone a very happy National and Liberation Day!

Forrestaurant reservations, Call: 24757775

For roomreservations, Call: 1848111 extn:1

لقد بدأت الاحتفالات.. و حان الوقت للمشاركة فيالفرح !

احتفل بالعيد الوطني و عيد التحرير و استمتعبالمفاجآت العديدة و الموجودة في فندق كراون بلازا يومي ٢٥ و ٢٦ فبراير مع عائلتك واصدقائك من الساعة ٦ مساءاً و حتى ٩ مساءاً.

فندق كراون بلازا يهنئكم بالعيد الوطني و عيدالتحرير.

لحجز المطاعم يرجى الاتصال على ٢٤٧٥٧٧٧٥

لحجز الغرف يرجى الاتصال على ١٨٤٨١١١ داخلي ١

Celebrate Valentine With Crowne Plaza

2012-02-12T23:46:00.000-08:00

Come and enjoy an Exclusive Valentine's Dinner
and receive our memorable gift.

for reservation, 24757775
www.kuwait.crowneplaza.com

valid only at inside restaurants of crowne plaza hotel farwaniya

بمناسبة عيد الحب عشاء مميز ينتظرك

و احصل على هدية لا تنسى.

للحجز اتصل على ٢٤٧٥٧٧٧٥

www.kuwait.crowneplaza.com

متوافر فقط في مطاعم كراون بلازا الفروانية

Everything just as you expect it

2012-02-08T02:56:00.000-08:00

Awaken from your sweet slumber to a hearty breakfast and relish all that out hotel has to offer you. Your stay with us will surely be a memorable one.

Stay one night for only 39* for two, and enjoy a let check-out until 4 pm.
Stay one night for only 45* for two, and enjoy a free breakfast buffet.
Stay one night for only 55* for two, and enjoy a free breakfast and dinner buffet.
Stay one night for only 65* for two, and enjoy a free spa treatment.

For room reservations, call 1848111

or visit www.kuwait.crowneplaza.com

تجربة مميزة كما تتمناها

إستيقظ من نومك الهادئ إلى وجبة إفطار خاصة و استمتع بكل ما لدى الفندق من خدمات مميزة. إقامتك معنا لا يمكن أن تنساها.

احجز إقامة لليلة واحدة لشخصين مقابل ٣٩ د.ك و احصل على إمكانية مغادرة الغرفة في وقت متأخر حتى ٤ مساءاً (حسب المتوافر).
احجز إقامة لليلة واحدة لشخصين مقابل ٤٥ د.ك و احصل على بوفيه افطار مجاناً.
احجز إقامة لليلة واحدة لشخصين مقابل ٥٥ د.ك و احصل على بوفيه افطار و عشاء مجاناً.
احجز إقامة لليلة واحدة لشخصين مقابل ٦٥ د.ك و احصل على خدمة من خدمات السبا مجاناً.

للحجز اتصل : ١٨٤٨١١١

أو زيارة موقعنا الإلكتروني www.kuwait.crowneplaza.com

A long-lasting gift for your valentine!

2012-02-06T03:54:00.001-08:00

Cherish your loved one with a bouquet of luxuries all year long. Facials, massages, salon and spa services,gym memberships... all for the good reason to make you the one she will always remember!
Laila Gallery Spa –A gift for someone you love!
Be one of the first ten callers and get a special offer.

Call to find out more:
Laila Gallery Mall, Laila Gallery Spa, Salem Al Mubarak, Salmiya Tel: 1 840555

هدية تدوم لعيد حب لا ينسى

هذا العام اهدي من تحب بباقة من الرفاهية تدوملعام كامل . تبدأ من العناية بالبشرة وجلسات مساج و صالون للعناية بالشعر و خدمات سباو اشتراك للنادي الصحي . هذا العام عيد الحب لا ينسى.

ليلى جاليري سبا ـ أفضل هدية لمن تحب!

...اتصل الآن و كن من العشر الأوائل لتحصل على عرض خاص

للاتصال و الاستفسار

تليفون: ١٨٤٠٥٥٥
ليلى جاليري سبا ، ليلى جاليري مول ، شارع سالمالمبارك ، السالمية

A long-lasting gift for your valentine!

2012-02-06T03:53:00.000-08:00

Call to find out more:
Laila Gallery Mall, Laila Gallery Spa, Salem Al Mubarak, Salmiya Tel: 1 840555

هدية تدوم لعيد حب لا ينسى
هذا العام اهدي من تحب بباقة من الرفاهية تدوملعام كامل . تبدأ من العناية بالبشرة وجلسات مساج و صالون للعناية بالشعر و خدمات سباو اشتراك للنادي الصحي . هذا العام عيد الحب لا ينسى.
ليلى جاليري سبا ـ أفضل هدية لمن تحب!
اتصل الآن و كن من العشر الأوائل لتحصل على عرض خاص...
للاتصال و الاستفسار
تليفون: ١٨٤٠٥٥٥
ليلى جاليري سبا ، ليلى جاليري مول ، شارع سالمالمبارك ، السالمية

إجعلي زيارتك للسبا من روتين حياتك

2011-12-01T03:15:00.000-08:00

قومي بزيارة ليلى جاليري و اصنعي باقتك بنفسك، ابتداءاً من ١٥ د.ك.

دللي نفسك بتجربة فريدة مع فريقنا المتخصص ذو الخبرة الرفيعة، و اختاري من بين أكثر من ٣٠ نوع من المعالجات المختلفة. زوري منتجعنا الصحي و جربي بنفسك علاجنا المتخصص بالوجه و جدّدي شبابك بمساج الجسم.

هدفنا هو إرضائك .. وراحة بالك مضمونة مع ليلى جاليري.

ليلى جاليري مول، السالمية، شارع سالم المبارك.

تلفون ١٨٤٠٥٥٥

البريد الإلكتروني spalg.reception@crowneplaza.com.kw

Think Healthy... think sushi.

2011-11-30T01:31:00.000-08:00

Think healthy... think sushi.

Starting from KD 1.250

Call 24757775

Crowne Plaza - Laila Gallery - Abu Halifa - Shaab - Holiday Inn Salmiya

كن صحي… كُل سوشي

يبدأ من ١.٢٥٠ د.ك

اتصل الآن ٢٤٧٥٧٧٧٥

كراون بلازا ـ ليلى جاليري ـ أبو حليفة ـ شعب ـ هوليدان إن السالمية

Fresh fish, shrimps, mussels and more...

2011-11-30T01:25:00.000-08:00

Fresh fish, shrimps, mussels and more...

Indulge in seafood flavors at Kuwait's biggest seafood buffet. Al Noukhaza Seafood Restaurant offers a comfortable dinning atmosphere, friendly staff and an award winning selection of entrees.

Starting from KD 9.950

Call 24757775

Crowne Plaza - Abu Halifa - Shaab

سمك طازج ، روبيان ، محار البحر و الكثير من مأكولات البحر الشهية

استمتع بالطعم البحري الشهي في أكبر و أفضل بوفيه للمأكولات البحرية. مطعم النوخذة البحري يقدم لك تجربة عشاء لا تنسى في جو ساهر مع خدمة ممتازة و تشكيلة رائعة من الأصناف البحرية
يبدأ من ٩.٩٥٠ د.ك.

اتصل الآن ٢٤٧٥٧٧٧٥

كراون بلازا – أبو حليفة – شعب

BE SERVED LIKE A NOBLE

2011-11-23T04:49:00.000-08:00

BE SERVED LIKE A NOBLE

IN AN EXCLUSIVE ITALIAN DINING EXPERIENCE

Host your private party orevent and get an enchanting,first-class dining experiencecatered just for you. Booktoday in Viaggio at CrownePlaza or at Shaab andenjoy our exquisite cuisinesin the grand, atmosphericsurroundings of Italian decor.

For reservations, please call 24757775
www.ieatonline.com

تدلّل كالعظماء

و اكنتشف الطعم الإيطالي الفاخر المعد خصيصاً لأجلك

تملّك مناسبتك الخاصة و انفرد مع ضيوفك بتجربة إيطالية مميزة من الدرجة الأولى. إحجز اليوم في فياجيو كراون بلازا أو الشعب و استمتع بما لدينا من مأكولات فاخرة في جو فريد و رائع من الضيافة الإيطالية.

للحجز إتصل على ٢٤٧٥٧٧٧٥

www.ieatonline.com

We can cater all your events

2011-11-03T00:32:00.000-07:00

We can cater all your events.

Let us take care of every detailwhile you entertain your guests anytime, anywhere.

The festive season has begun and withover 29 years of experience & specialization in outside catering we takedelight in serving you anywhere you choose. If you cannot come to us, we willcome to you.

For reservations, call 24732100 ext. 6331/2/4

Fax: 24732020

Email: hotel@crowneplaza.com.kw

www.kuwait.crowneplaza.com

Terms & conditions apply

لكل المناسبات نقدم خدمة الطلبات الخارجية

استمتع انت و ضيوفك بخداماتنا و دعنا نهتم بأدقالتفاصيل

موسم الإحتفالات قد بدأ و مع خبرة ٢٩ عام في تقديمالطلبات الخارجية ستحظى بأفضل تجربة لن تنساها. خداماتنا تصلك لأي مكان تختاره.

للحجز و الاستعلام اتصل على ٢٤٧٣٢١٠٠ داخلي٦٣٣١/٢/٤

فاكس :٢٤٧٣٢٠٢٠

البريد الإلكتروني: hotel@crowneplaza.com.kw

www.kuwait.crowneplaza.com

تطبق الشروط و الأحكام

Eid with your family can be a delicious experience

2011-11-01T02:22:00.000-07:00

Eid with your family can be a delicious experience

Enjoy our sumptuous Eid cuisines at Crowne Plaza Restaurants
Gather your family and loved ones and celebrate at our 7 different restaurants:
Al Noukhaza Seafood Buffet, Viaggio Italian Restaurant, Sakura Japanese Restaurant,
Ayam Zaman Lebanese Restaurant, Rib Eye Steak House American Restaurant,Shabestan Iranian Restaurant, Al Ahmadi International Buffet.
For reservations, call 24757775
www.kuwait.crowneplaza.com

العيد مع عائلتك سيكون له طعم خاص

ٕاستمتعوا بألذَّ الوجبات الخاص بالعيد و ذلك في مطاعم كراون بلازا

اجتمع مع عائلتك و أحبائك و احتفلوا في أي من مطاعمنا السبعة: النوخذة بوفيه للمأكولات البحرية، فياجيو المطعم الإيطالي، ساكورا المطعم الياباني، أيام زمان المطعم اللبناني، ريب آي ستيك هاوس المطعم الأمريكي، شبستان المطعم الإيراني، بوفيه الأحمدي الدولي.

للحجز اتصل على 24757775

www.kuwait.crowneplaza.com

Rate your exprience with us

2011-10-12T02:56:00.000-07:00

Vote on your customer service experience and you could win an iPhone.

صوّت على جودة الخدمة المقدمة لك و ادخل السحب للفوز بجهاز iPhone .

لمطعم النوخذة البحري www.servicehero.com/alnokhaza

لمطعم فياجيو الإيطالي www.servicehero.com/viaggio

لمطعم الأحمدي www.servicehero.com/alahmadi

لمطعم ساكورا الياباني www.servicehero.com/sakura

لمطعم ريب أي ستيك هاوس الأمريكي www.servicehero.com/ribeye

لمطعم أيام زمان اللبناني www.servicehero.com/ayyamzaman
لمطعم شبستان الايراني www.servicehero.com/shabestan

لمطعم فوشون الفرنسي www.servicehero.com/fauchon

لمقهى اسبريسو www.servicehero.com/espresso

Become the bride of your dreams!!!

2011-10-10T03:03:00.000-07:00

Become the bride of your dreams!!!

At the ladies only Laila Gallery Spa, we know what it takesto make you look picture perfect on your big day.

Pamper yourself before your wedding andallow our beauty experts to groom you into a princess, a monthor a day before your wedding. Indulge yourself with luxuries meant only for abride-to-be and keep looking gorgeous.

Salmiya - Salem Al Mubarak, Laila Gallery Mall, Ground Floor, Tel.: 1840555

كوني ملكة في ليلة عرسك

لضيوف ليلى جاليري سبا ، لدينا الأفضللتصبحي في أبهى ما تكوني في ليلة عرسك

دللّي نفسك و دعي خبيرات الجمال يهتمونبجمالك لتصبحي ملكة زفافك كما تحلمين.

لدينا كل وسائل الرفاهية و الخبرة التيتحتاجينها لتصبحي كما تتمنين في ليلة عرسك.

السالمية شارع سالم المبارك ، مجمع ليلى جاليري > الطابق الأرضي هاتف: ١٨٤٠٥٥٥

A Great Blog on the way

2011-10-09T07:44:00.000-07:00

Crowne Plaza Kuwait thanks Mr. Mohammad Hammour for his reviews on our restaurants! Here's wishing him the best with his new blog.

We would like to announce that his new blog http://www.klamtam.com is a new blog for food lovers looking for new places to try different cuisines.

http://www.klamtam.com/archives/azaman
http://www.klamtam.com/archives/sakura
http://www.klamtam.com/archives/sakura-noodles-once-upon-a-time
http://www.klamtam.com/archives/ribeye
http://www.klamtam.com/archives/fauchon-desserts
http://www.klamtam.com/archives/viaggio
http://www.klamtam.com/archives/fauchon

Spa Aquatonic "Healing Through Water"

2011-10-09T07:19:00.000-07:00

The Spa Aquatonic Kuwait, the most luxurious spa in Kuwait and in Middle Easy. It was opened and inaugurated on 25 November 2008, and is a part of the prestigious Crowne Plaza Hotel in Kuwait, recognized as one of the leading hotels in the Gulf Region.

The philosophy of “Healing Through Water “is very evident the moment you enter the Spa Aquatonic. Water is the source of all life, the answer to our quest for a life of health, wellness and energy. The restorative properties of water offer us healing and rejuvenation.

Our greatest asset is having the Aquatonic Pool, which is located only at the Spa Aquatonic in Kuwait, among the countries of the Middle East.

The 650m2 Aquatonic pool comprises 4 sections with 15 different exercise zones, each with its own temperature serving a specific purpose. Some zones focus on the lower back and leg muscles, while some are more of a stress-relieving nature. The pool has multiple flows of currents that can help you lose a great deal of weight. It also contains an aqua-cardio section and personal training sessions, all there for the purpose of fulfilling our guests’ requests, whether it may be to lose weight, tone the muscles, treat body pains, or simply relax and wash your stress away. The pool is equipped with the absolute top-of-the-line slimming facilities, anti-stress and anti-aging systems. It is a place where you can disconnect from the world and feel reborn.

With water there are no boundaries, no religions and no differences. Water has the ability to cleanse, balance and heal. When infused with the ancient therapeutic traditional treatments, it helps to open a whole new world of wellness, health and beauty in mind and body.

IHG - KUWAIT & KUWAIT FINANCE HOUSE ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP

2011-10-06T06:23:00.000-07:00

This week,Kuwait witnessed a remarkable joint venture between two powerhouses, pioneersin their own field. Leading thehospitality industry in Kuwait since 1982, IHG – Kuwait comprising the CrownePlaza, Holiday Inn Kuwait, Salmiyah & Holiday Inn Downtown and the leadingIslamic bank in Kuwait since 1977, the Kuwait Finance House. This collaborationwas celebrated at Al Afrah ballroom at Crowne Plaza Kuwait. The gathering waswarmly welcomed by eminent dignitaries from both groups the KFH and the IHG -Kuwait representing Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Downtown and NACrestaurants comprising Ruby Tuesday and Peppes Pizza. IHG- Kuwait and KFH aimtowards excellence in maximizing relations with their customers and giving themtotal value for their loyalty by giving them special benefits and access toexclusive credit card installments for their facilities

In a mutualagreement of co – branding partnership between major names in hospitality andbanking, the agreement was drawn up and signed by Hani Kafafi, General Managerof Crowne Plaza Kuwait and Director of Operations – IHG Northern Gulf and JulioLobo, Manager of Banking Cards Department for Kuwait Finance House.

Mr. HaniKafafi, the General Manager of Crowne Plaza Kuwait and Director of Operations –IHG Northern Gulf, in his welcome address said ‘Companies are stronglyendorsing co-branding and it was indeed remarkable that 2 powerful brands,giants in their own field have joined together to give their customers the bestand ensure that the relationship between the business and customers is strongerthan ever”

Mr. RafikKamel, the Cluster Director of Sales made a presentation briefly explaining thedetails on the partnership. KFH account holders will enjoy special privilegeswith IHG hotels in Kuwait. From now on, all KFH credit card holders will beable to enjoy all the Crowne Plaza and Holiday Inn Salmiyah facilities such asroom nights, weddings, health club/spa memberships, restaurants at home andoutside caterings and pay in 9 months. The Crowne Plaza and Holiday Inn canoffer any of these services on credit basis, enabling the KFH credit cardholder to better opportunities to have their events or even by memberships andpay in easy installments.

All KFHPre-paid cardholders will receive a complimentary Privilege Club membershipcard, which will enable them to have dining discounts in the top 23 restaurantsof Kuwait. 10 years into its inception and success in the Kuwait market, theloyalty programme, Privilege Club has taken a giant leap in the world ofbusiness with its new partnership launch with the Kuwait Finance House. Apioneer of the banking phenomenon known as Islamic Finance, the Kuwait FinanceHouse is a market leader not only in the Islamic Banking industry but also inthe banking sector as a whole.

Adding more,Mr. Julio Lobo, Manager of Banking Cards Department for Kuwait Finance Housefurther remarked that all pre-paid card holders for the Kuwait Finance House –both existing and new – will enjoy exclusive dining privileges at all therestaurants of the Crowne Plaza Kuwait, Holiday Inn Kuwait, Holiday InnDowntown and the restaurants of Ruby Tuesday and Peppes Pizza.

The eventwas attended by important personalities from the IHG-Kuwait & KFH Group.The audience was then invited to a delectable lunch buffet and exclusivephotographs were taken to capture highlights of this momentous occasion.

Believe it or not...

2011-09-25T05:57:00.000-07:00

Believe it or not...

The all inclusive wedding package.

A rich buffet.
A suite for the couple with breakfast.
A five layered wedding cake.
Kosha (Stage décor) of your choice.
Video and Photo shooting. •Music D.J.
Gift Voucher for two persons at the Italian restaurant, Viaggio.
Gift Voucher for two persons at the Seafood Buffet restaurant, Al Noukhaza.
Gift Vouchers worth KD 100offered by Beidoun Trading Co., AzadeaGroup &The Sultan Center.

Only KD 1750 for 150people.
Call or Visit us Today!
For reservations, call +965 1848111 Ext.: 6331/2/3/٤
Fax: +965 24732020
E-mail: conventions@crowneplaza.com.kw
*Terms &conditions apply

صدق أو لا تصدق

العرض الشامل لحفلات الزفاف

بوفيه فاخر و غني
جناح للعروسين مع الإفطار
كيكة خمس طبقات
كوشة حسب اختيارك
تصوير فيديو + فوتوغرافي
دي جي
دعوة لشخصين بمطعم فياجيو الإيطالي
دعوة لشخصين بمطعم النوخذة للمأكولات البحرية
قسائم بقيمة ١٠٠ د.ك من محلات بيضون - مركز سلطان - و مجموعة أزاديا

فقط ب ١٧٥٠ دينار لعدد ١٥٠ شخص

سارع و إتصل اليوم!

للاستعلام و الحجز: ٩٦٥٢٤٧٣٢١٠٠+ داخلي: ٦٣٣١/٢/٣/٤

فاكس: ٩٦٥٢٤٧٣٢٠٢٠+

البريد الإلكتروني: conventions@crowneplaza.com.kw

*تطبق الشروط و الأحكام

5 Flavors, 5 Reasons to gather!

2011-09-15T04:31:00.000-07:00

Savor 5 cuisines from 5 destinations with your family & friends at only KD 5.950 each!

Choose your delightful platter from any of our 5 international restaurants: Sakura’s Maki Magic, Ayam Zaman’s Good O’l Grill, Viaggio’s Pasta Grande, Shabestan’s Royal Grill and Rib Eye’s House Steak, for only KD 5.950 each! Come and travel the world with us at the best price!

* Valid on dine in, home delivery, take away & www.ieatonline.com
* Offer valid until 31st October 2011
* Excluding 15% service charge
* This offer is not applicable with any discount
* Photos are non contractual
* Terms & conditions apply

For reservations,
call 24757775 www.ieatonline.com

٥ نكهات مختلفة ٥ أسباب تجمعنا

تذوق من بين ٥ أطباق شهية ل ٥ مطاعم مختلفة و شارك الأهل و الأصدقاء فقط ب ٥.٩٥٠ للوجبة

اختار وجبتك المفضلة من ٥ أطباق شهية : ساكورا ماجيك ماكي ، أيام زمان جود اولد جريل ، فياجو باستا جراندي ، شبستان رويال ميكس جريل أو ريب أي هاوس ستيك فقط ب ٥.٩٥٠ د.ك للوجبة. أفضل طعم لأفضل قيمة

www.ieatonline.comهذا العرض صالح داخل المطاعم و للطلبات الخارجية و التيك أواي و على*

هذا العرض صالح حتى ٣١ اكتوبر ٢٠١١*

هذا العرض لا يصلح مع أي خصومات أو عروض أخرى*

الصور في الإعلان قد تختلف عن صور الوجبات الحقيقية*

يضاف ١٥٪ رسوم خدمة*

يطبق الشروط و الأحكام*

للاستفسار برجاء الاتصال على ٢٤٧٥٧٧٧٥

www.ieatonline.com

Restore your balance

2011-09-05T03:57:00.000-07:00

Refreshing weekend room offers withflexible check-in and check-out including private beach access.

Stay one night for only KWD *59and treatyourself with breakfast and dinner for two at our international buffetrestaurant.

Stay one night for only KWD *45and get freePrivilege Club Card (valid for 3months).

Stay one night for only KWD *39and enjoy a20%discount on all restaurants.

For room reservations, call 1848111 orvisit www.kuwait.crowneplaza.com

جدد نشاطك

دلل نفسك مع عرض عطلة نهاية الاسبوع و مرونة المواعيد في حجز الغرفة بالإضافة لدخول شاطئ بحر خاص

احجز اقامة لليلة واحدة في غرف دور الأعمال مقابل ٥٩ د.ك و احصل على دعوةللافطار و العشاء لفردين في مطعم البوفيه العالمي.

احجز اقامة لليلة واحدة في غرف فاخرة مقابل ٤٥ د.ك و احصل على عضوية ناديالامتيازات (صالحة لمدة ٣ شهور).

احجز اقامة لليلة واحدة مقابل ٣٩ د.ك و احصل على خصم ٢٠٪ في مطاعمالفندق.

للحجز اتصل ١٨٤٨١١١

www.kuwait.crowneplaza.com

ANNUAL MEDIA GHABKA EVENT AT CROWNE PLAZA KUWAIT

2011-08-24T00:49:00.000-07:00

The management of the Crowne Plaza Kuwait organized its annual Ghabka event at the Al Afrah Ballroom of the hotel, along with the people of the press and key contacts to celebrate the very special month of Ramadan.

Warmly welcomed by the General Manager, Mr. Hani Kafafi and accompanied by the Hotel Manager, Ahmed Serafi, who wished the guests a night of joy and delight, while expressing his heartfelt gratitude to every member of the press and the media for their unstinted support and also to the team who took great efforts towards making the night a success.

The Ramadan atmosphere is very prevalent at the Crowne Plaza with distinctive Iftar, Ghabka and Sohour menus to delight anyone’s appetite amongst its strong 7 international cuisines. One could choose from the international buffet at Al Ahmadi, Japanese iftar at Sakura, seafood buffet at Al Noukhaza, Lebanese flavors at Ayam Zaman, American cuisines at Rib Eye and the Iranian specialties at Shabestan. Not only that, you could also order your favorite Ramadan bites in the comfort of your home with Crowne Plaza’s home delivery service as well as order online through their official dining website www.ieatonline.com. With 29 years of wide experience in outside catering, they also cater to your personal events starting from as low as KD 200 onwards.

The invitees enjoyed the event, taking with them sweet memories of a night well enjoyed. Ramadan drinks were served throughout the evening and a traditional Oriental buffet was served, prepared at the hands of expert chefs, to the strains of the melodious music that filled the ballroom throughout the evening and complemented the warm partnership experienced by the hosts and guests alike.

غبقة رمضانية للاعلاميين في كراون بلازا الكويت

استقبل فندق كراون بلازا شهر رمضان الفضيل باستضافة حشد كبير من أصحاب القلم الرفيع و الاسرة الاعلامية و الاعلانية في الغبقة الرمضانية السنوية والتي اقيمت في قاعة الافراح للاحتفال بشهر رمضان المبارك مع ارقى معايير الضيافة العربية.

و قد رحب كبار موظفي الفندق على رأسهم السيد هاني كفافي مدير عام الفندق و السيد أحمد الصيرفي مدير الفندق بالضيوف متمنيا لهم قضاء ليلة سعيدة واعرب عن امتنانه العميق لكل عضو من الصحافة و وسائل الاعلام على دعهمهم اللامحدود للفندق. كما شكر فريق العمل في الفندق على جهودهم الرائعة لانجاح الحفل.

وكان ابرز ما يتميز به فندق كراون بلازا أجواء شهر رمضان التي لا تنسى حيث بوفيهات الافطار، الغبقات و السحور الفاخرة التي تحتوي على اشهى المقبلات الساخنة والباردة، العديد من الماكولات المتنوعة، الاطباق الرئيسية والحلويات والمشروبات الرمضانية التي تتيح الفرصة للزوار تذوق ما لذ وطاب من ٧ مطاعم متنوعة مجتمعة تحت سقف واحد والتي تمنحك تجربة مذهلة للاستمتاع بأشهى الاطباق من مختلف أنحاء العالم والتي هي المطبخ اللبناني "ايام زمان"٬ الياباني "ساكورا"٬ الايطالي "فياجيو"٬ الامريكي "ريب آي"٬ الايراني "شابستان"٬ مطعم الاسماك البحرية "النوخذة"، مطعم العالمي "الاحمدي" و بأسعار مناسبة للجميع.

كراون بلازا يتيح لك فرصة للترحيب بضيوفك بأرقى البوفيات من خلال العروض المميزة التي يقدمها للحفلات الخارجية في المنازل والديوانيات، حيث خيارات واسعة و متنوعة من قوائم الطعام والتي تشمل مأكولات من مختلف انحاء العالم حيث ان الاسعار تبدء من 200 د.ك.

و ليس ذلك فحسب فيمكنك الاستمتاع بأكل المطاعم الشهي في منزلك عند طلبك خدمة التوصيل للمنزل عن طريق موقع www.ieatonline.com.

و قد استمتع الحضور بالحفل الرائع حاملين معهم ذكريات رائعة لا تنسى. و قدم خلال الحفل المشروبات الرمضانية المنعشة و بوفيه شرقي معد على ايدي أمهر الطهاة في كراون بلازا على أنغام موسيقى رائعة لتضيف جو من اللبهجة على الحفل.

Ramadan Iftar delicacies

2011-08-04T03:32:00.000-07:00

Ramadan Iftar delicacies
Our Iftar delights will enrich your dining experience with us this Ramadan.
Enjoy your Iftar during the holy month at our restaurants, complete with Ramadan beverages.

For reservations, call 24757775
www.kuwait.crowneplaza.com

رمضان يحلا و اللمة أحلى بمطاعم كراون بلازا

تناول ما لذ وطاب من بوفيهات متنوعة وأطباق شرقية يومياً
بوفيه إفطار يشمل أشهى المأكولات والمشروبات الرمضانية

للحجز والاستفسار : 24757775
www.kuwait.crowneplaza.com

You gather your family and friends, we cater for them.

2011-08-04T03:16:00.000-07:00

You gather your family and friends, we cater for them.
We tailor your events to meet your preferences.
Starting from KD 200 at home, diwaniyas or any location you choose.
Let us pamper you while you relax and entertain your guests.

For reservations, call 24732100 ext. 6331/2/3/4/5 Fax: 24732020
Email: convention@crowneplaza.com.kw
www.kuwait.crowneplaza.كوم

خلك حديث الناس بالكرم والضيافة

الطلبات الخارجية للمنازل والديوانيات ابتداءًا من 200 د.ك.
رحب بضيوفك بأرقى بوفيه من كراون بلازا.
• العرض صالح من 1 أغسطس لغاية 1 سبتمبر 2011
• هذا العرض صالح للطلبات الخارجية فقط.

للحجز اتصل : 24732100 داخلي : 5/4/3/2/6331 فاكس : 24732020
البريد الإلكتروني : convention@crowneplaza.com.kw
www.kuwait.crowneplaza.com

Reflecting the true Ramadan experience

2011-08-04T03:08:00.000-07:00

Reflecting the true Ramadan experience
Cherish the spirit of Ramadan with our Omrah package on rooms for family and friends.
Stay 2 nights at KD 59* each and get free Iftar and Sohour meals
and a chance to enter the Omrah raffle draw.
For reservations, call 1848111 ext. 1
www.kuwait.crowneplaza.com

*Terms & conditions apply.
Valid during the month of Ramadan 2011 and days of Eid.

أجواء رمضان ويانا غير

عش أجواء رمضانية عريقة واحظ بفرصة الفوز برحلة عمرة
إحجز إقامتك لليلتين بـ 59 د.ك لليلة الواحدة شاملة الإفطار والسحور
وادخل السحب على رحلة عمرة.
للحجز والاستفسار : 1848111 داخلي : 1

www.kuwait.crowneplaza.com

*تطبق الشروط والأحكام
صالح في شهر رمضان و أيام عيد الفطر 2011

Wedding Decor at Crowne Plaza Kuwait : Ivory and Gold

2011-07-24T06:42:00.000-07:00

Ivory and gold – classic and elegant! Simple, stylish and appealing! Another décor successfully done by our Wedding Planner at the Crowne Plaza Kuwait for a couple, ready to tie the knot!

With a stage that exceeds your expectations, and flowers that charm your senses, the setup transports you to nostalgic memories of your own special day.

A dance floor that invites all tapping toes to match the rhythm, music that fills your very being, a cuisine that will leave lingering flavors on your taste buds – what more could you ask for?

We wait for your call to transform your day into a fairytale come true!

Recipe of the Day by Sakura: Sashimi Moriawase - 3 Kinds of Sashimi

2011-07-21T07:36:00.000-07:00

Name of Recipe : 3 kinds of Sashimi

Portion Size : 1

INGREDIENTS:

ITEM NAME	UNIT	QTY
Hammour fresh	Gram	80
Tuna fresh	Gram	80
Salmon fresh	Gram	120
Suma	Gram	30
Lettuce	Gram	12
Wasabi	Gram	20
Soya sauce	ML	30
Garishoga	Gram	18

Cooking Method:

1) Arrange Suma / Lettuce on an Ice mall.

2) Cut as a Rectangle Four pieces Tuna, Four pieces Salmon, Four pieces Hammour sashimi

3) Arrange sashimi along with suma and served with Ghari Shoga / Wasabi and Soya sauce.

BIGGEST LOSER CHALLENGE LAUNCH AT CROWNE PLAZA KUWAIT

2011-07-21T03:45:00.000-07:00

The InterContinental Hotels Group has launched the Go4Gold initiative within its hotels whereby the staffs are encouraged to participate in activities that enhance their bodies and minds. Launched at the Crowne Plaza Kuwait in the presence of the Hotel Manager, Ahmed Serafi, the programme has 3 stages of winning – bronze, silver and gold, each dependent on a greater percentage of staff participation.

Having a wide reputation as a socially responsible hotel, the Crowne Plaza Kuwait easily won the Bronze medal with its active presence in every social sphere. Moving to the next step, the hotel is now in its quest for the silver medal.

To achieve this, Crowne Plaza Kuwait has embarked on the Biggest Loser Challenge within the hotel, motivating employees to stay healthy and in shape. Centering on overweight contestants, the hand-picked ones are put on a six – month period of rigorous workout sessions, nutritional changes and their very own personal trainers to oversee their progress during this time. The contestants have a common goal: lose the highest percentage of weight to become the Biggest Loser and win exciting prizes for the same.

The professional trainer helps contestants monitor their BMI on a regular basis with all the support from their colleagues and especially the Voice of the Crowne, a committee that represents the voice of the employees of the Crowne Plaza Kuwait to the management of the hotel.

With limited participation open, the top challengers have been chosen based on their BMI measurement at the Health Club, and the challenge in on! Tiring and tough, these challengers are not only in the race to win the grand prize, but also to get themselves in shape, remaining healthy and fit.

كراون بلازا يحتفل بالبرونزية كخطوى اولى ضمن برنامج Go4Gold

ويطلق تحدي "الخاسر الاكبر" سعياً لنيل الفضية

احتفل فندق كراون بلازا بنيله الميدالية البرونزية ضمن برنامج Go4Gold الذي تقوم به مجموعة فنادق انتركونتيننتل بحضور مدير الفندق السيد احمد الصيرفي و مدراء الاقسام وباقي الموظفين، تخلل الحفل كلمة للسيد الصيرفي اعرب فيها عن مدى سعادته بتحقيق هذه النتيجة ومحفزاً جميع الموظفين على العمل لنيل الفضية وفي خطوى ثالثة الانتقال للسعي وراء الميدالية الذهبية كما تم عرض فيديو يشمل شتى النشاطات التي قام بها الفندق مؤخراً مشركاً فيها العاملين التي بفضل جهودهم تم نيل الميدالية البرونزية. تخلل الحفل تقطيع الكيكة من قبل مدير الفندق و باقي المدراء وسط تصفيق الحضور وفرحة الفوز.

سعياً من الفندق للانتقال الى الخطوى الثانية وتحقيق الفوز بالفضية تم الاعلان عن اطلاق التحدي الكبير بين موظفي الفندق "الخاسر الاكبر"BIGGEST LOSER لتحفيزهم على الحفاظ على لياقتهم البدنية وصحتهم. تم قبول طلبات جميع الراغبين في فقدان وزنهم من مختلف الاقسام داخل الفندق على اساس قياس مؤشر السمنة، ان هدفهم مشترك وهو خسارة اعلى نسبة من الوزن الحالي، الفوز بلقب "الخاسر الاكبر" والحصول على جوائز عديدة تتماشى والموضوع نفسه.

ومن الجدير بالذكر ان جميع المشاركين سوف يخضعون الى نظام غذائي متوازن ، تمارين رياضية مكثفة، دورات تدريبية صارمة عن عادات الاكل الصحي تحت اشراف مدربين محترفين وبدعم كبير من زملاءهم وخصوصاً "صوت كراون بلازا" وهي لجنة تمثل وتوصل صوت العاملين في كراون بلازا الكويت الى ادارة الفندق.

Wedding Decor at Crowne Plaza Kuwait : Pearl White and Red

2011-07-20T09:04:00.000-07:00

Every girl has her dream day – that day when she walks down the aisle in the arms of the man who brought her up and hands her over to the other man who will love and cherish her for the rest of her life.

Flowers are the simple accessories that add to the elegance and when combined with a pearl white décor, in addition to white and red settings, you can just imagine the knight coming in his shining armor to get his beautiful bride.

Crowne Plaza Kuwait does all this and more for you, when you plan your weddings with our Wedding Planner. With a creativity that is styled to match your needs, we ensure that all you would ever look for is completed and done to make your wedding day filled with the magic of love and pure delight!

More of Wedding Decors from Crowne Plaza Kuwait..

Training Flash at Crowne Plaza Kuwait : Bomb Threat Training

2011-07-20T07:51:00.000-07:00

Dish of the Day from Viaggio : Tiramisu

2011-07-20T02:55:00.000-07:00

Classic Italian dessert made of savoiardi, dipped in espresso, layered with whipped cream & mixture of Egg yolks, Mascarpone and Topped with Coco.

Only at Viaggio for KD 1.950

Green Engage : Save Energy

2011-07-20T02:38:00.000-07:00

RECIPE OF THE DAY ~ MILLE FEUILLE TATIN

2011-07-19T04:32:00.000-07:00

DESCRIPTION :

CARAMELISE PUFF PASTRY (FROM YOUR FAVORITE PASTRY SHOP)

APPLES FACON TATIN

WHIPPED IVORY CREAM

GOLDEN ALMOND STREUZEL

RECIPES FOR 10 PORTIONS

GOLDEN ALMOND STREUZEL

Recipes

63 gm white flour

63 gm icing sugar

63 gm almond powder

63 gm butter

1 pinch of salt

Process

Sifted the white flour and icing sugar.

Mix all ingrédients together and pass thorough a filter to obtain small pièces of streuzel.

Store the streuzel few moment into a freezer to get it hard.

Cook the same at 180° for 20 min to obtain a golden color.

Leave to cool and roll the streuzel into alimentary gold powder .

Store in close container.

APPLES FACON TATIN

Recipes

179 gm apples golden

12 gm butter

20 gm caster sugar

40 gm caster sugar

18 gm fresh cream 35%

2 gm gelatine sheet

Process

Peeled the apples and remove the seeds.

Cut it into small cubes ( brunoise) and with a fried pan, roast the apples with butter and the 20 gm caster sugar. Cook the apples till they become translucide .

Cook the caster sugar to become a caramel and uncooked with the hot cream.

Boil the préparation .

Add the drained gelatine and the roasted caramelize apples .

Pour this préparation over a cube shape silicone mould and freeze for 12 hours.

WHIPPED IVORY AND MASCARPONE GANACHE

Recipes

20 gm milk

3 gm inverted sugar

3 gm glucose

15 gm ivory white chocolaté

19 gm cream 35%

25 gm mascarpone

1 gm gratted vanilla beans

15 gm whipping cream 35%

Process

Boil the milk with the inverted sugar, glucose and infuse the gratted vanilla beans for 6 hours.

Filter this préparation .

Heat to 90° the mix , and pour over the melted ivory chocolate in 3 times to process a correct émulsion between the liquid and fat.

Add the cream , mascarpone and mix all together with a hand mixer.

Leave to cool and mature 12 hours in the fridge.

In a mixer fitted with the wisk, whipped the ganache to a soft consistency , and add the whipping cream.

HOW TO DRESS THE CAKE

Roll out the puff pastry at 2 mm thinkness, cut it into a rectangular shape of 30 cm x 22 cm.

Bake at 200° for 20 min, then spray caster sugar on top and finalize the baking and caramélisation at 240° till the needed coloration .

Leave to cool.

Cut out rectagular shape ( 11x3 cm)and start to diplay the cubes of apple tatin over, the puff pastry as per the picture.

Pipe the whipped vanilla cream between each cubes and fix a golden streuzel on top .

Recommendation :

Allow to the cake 15 min resto in a room température before the dégustation.

Wedding Decor at Crowne Plaza Kuwait

2011-07-19T01:58:00.000-07:00

Royal purple and White are some of the trending combination for wedding decor.
The Stage is very much a central part of your wedding, reception and any other wedding related events. The Wedding Dias or Kosha as they call it is where the newly weds are seated during the wedding. Let Crowne Plaza Kuwait create a lasting and memorable impression on all your guests with the best of their ballrooms and wedding decor. We ensure that the wedding decoration will be unique and stylish suited to your exquisite taste. Let our wedding planners do all the thinking for you while you revel with your partner on this momentous day.

For more details contact : 24732100

Green Engage: Use Energy Saving Bulbs

2011-07-19T01:19:00.000-07:00

CROWNE PLAZA KUWAIT TAKES SERVICES TO NEW HEIGHTS

2011-07-18T08:10:00.000-07:00

Known for its reputation to exceed its own standards, Crowne Plaza Kuwait is now specializing in Inflight Catering Services for airlines. Taking its services to newer heights, the hotel is now providing 24 hour in – flight services to private and charter flights.

Ensuring the comfort of passengers while they travel to their destinations, whether for business or pleasure, the Inflight services provide a wide variety of menus to choose from. Starting with soups, snacks and sandwiches, salad varieties, main courses of chicken, meat and fish, side dishes of different rice types – the menu has it all. Your choice of breakfast can range from American to Arabic to traditional.

Enjoy the sweet flavors of dessert, selection of fresh fruits, beverages to suit your palate, baked goods and appetizers to whet your appetite. We even have canapés and cabin supplies to cover all your needs at various times during the flight. Topping it all, we add our sweet touch with Fauchon chocolate and flowers to complete your selection.

To cover every aspect, we have personalized services, which include delivery of food to your aircraft at the Kuwait International Terminal, General Aviation Terminal and Military Terminal. In case you would like us to use your chinaware in our services, we also have the facilities for dishwashing and storage of your things. Laundry services for linen items are amongst our services.

Our individualized services and tailor made menus add to your flying experience, adding the extra flavor that makes your flight smooth and uneventful.

All this comes to at reasonable prices depending on your order, and you can even place your order ahead of your flight time at the email: inflight.service@crowneplaza.com.kw Call our hotline number +965 55886827 for any further information or queries.

Bon voyage with our exquisite services for a comfortable flight!

Recipe of the Day from Sakura - Manayar Maki

2011-07-18T02:45:00.000-07:00

For all our Sakura lovers here is a recipe from our menu:

NAME OF RECIPE : Manayar Maki

PORTION SIZE : 1 portion

Ingredients:

Sushi rice 94 gram
Sushi nori 2 gram
Sushi Ebi 60 gram
Spring Onion 5 gram
Spicy Sauce 20 ml
Tempura crispy 15 gram
Garishoga 18 gram
Wasabi 10 gram
Soya Sauce 30ml

Cooking Method:

1) Chopped four pieces of sushi Ebi with little spring Onion and mixed with spicy sauce.

2) Lay half of Nori and turn rice on down.

3) Placed mixture on Nori and wrap it. Apply Tempura crispy on out side then cut into six.

4) Arrange as a line and served with Wasabi/ Ginger.

YOUR PASSPORT TO GOOD TIMES – ONLY AT HOLIDAY INN KUWAIT

2011-07-18T00:28:00.000-07:00

Good times are here again – and with the best at hand, it is your time to enjoy the fun! Welcome to Holiday Inn Kuwait where there is always something new for you, at any time of the day. Collecting points is a fun activity this summer.

Visit any of your favorite restaurants at Holiday Inn Kuwait and spend only KD 5 to get a reward stamp on your passport. The more stamps you collect, the greater your gift gets. You can also redeem your stamps to get the gift that you wish. Select from an assortment of gifts that come your way from food discounts to complimentary items for your meals, from complimentary lunches and dinners to food discounts while dining, from gift vouchers in restaurants to Outside Catering services, or even a birthday surprise for your child, a Privilege Club membership or Health Club membership. It is all yours to choose from.

Mouth -watering delicacies await you at all our outlets, with dishes from around the world to please and pamper your palate. Enjoy perfectly grilled steaks at the Rib Eye Steakhouse, while global delights are on the buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner at the Al Diwan International. Sakura Xpress is the corner for every Japanese food lover, with its perfectly created Sushis, Makis and Tempuras, making a dining an art in itself. The days of the ancient come alive at the Tang Chao, where Schezuan, Canton and every other variety of Chinese flavor is at your fingertips. Stay with the traditional Lebanese cuisine and create more memories at the Ayam Zaman, while L’Aroma is your place to be for favorites from every country or simply savor your coffee and pastry with your loved ones at the Sucre.

Grab your passport and let the fun begin as you collect more stamps with each visit! Holiday Inn Kuwait is waiting for you!

فندق هوليداي إن يطلق برنامج المكافآت "Reward Passport "

سعياً منه لإرضاء جميع ضيوفه وتقديم أرقى الخدمات أطلق فندق هوليداي ان السالمية برنامج مكافآت "Reward Passport " لجميع رواد مطاعمه تخوّلهم من خلاله كسب العديد من الهدايا القيمة والمكافآت حيث مقابل كل 5 د.ك تنفقها داخل مطاعم هوليداي ان السالمية تحصل على ختم في جواز السفر الخاص بك المقدم من الفندق.

لقد أصبح جمع النقاط هواية ممتعة ومجزية مع برنامج مفاجآت مطاعم فندق هوليداي إن الكويت السالمية اذ ان جمع نقاط اكثر يعني ربح اكبر وجوائز قيمة اكثر، العديد من الهدايا بانتظارك، اجمع اكبر عدد ممكن من النقاط وكن واحداً من الحائزين على عضوية النادي الصحي لمدة شهر، خصومات مميزة على فاتورتك داخل المطعم ابتداءً من 10% تصل الى 100%، دعوة للفطور لشخصين في مطعم الديوان، دعوة عشاء لشخصين في "ريب آي" "ساكورا" او "الديوان"، دعوة غداء لشخصين في "تانغ شاو" أو "ريب آي"، كوبون بقيمة 40 د.ك للطلبات الخارجية، الحصول على كرت نادي الامتيازات صالح لمدة 6 أشهر، طبق رئيسي مجاني في مطعم "ريب آي"، والعديد من الكوبونات والخصومات داخل مطاعمنا وغيرها الكثير.

الآن يمكنك السفر في رحلة حول العالم عبر 6 مطاعم متنوعة تلبي جميع الاذواق و تقدم لروادها أشهى المأكولات والأطباق من مختلق أنحاء العالم منها المطعم اللبناني "ايام زمان" الذي يأخذك إلى نكهات المقبلات اللبنانية العريقة مع المشويات اللذيذة كما يكمنك التمتع بنكهات الشيشة (النرجيلة) المتنوعة على التراس أو في الحديقة على وقع الأنغام اللبنانية التي تجسد ذكريات الماضي المجيد ٬ المطعم الياباني "ساكورا اكسبرس" الذي يأسر الانفاس من خلال العديد من الأطباق الشهية التي تعكس تاريخهم وتقاليدهم كأطباق السوشي الرائعة٬ التيبانياكي٬ ماكيس وغيرها ٬ المطعم الصيني "تانغ شاو" المستوحى من المجد والعظمة وسلالة تانغ حيث يمكنك تذوق أطباق من تسيتشوان، كانتون وجيانغسو ، المطعم الامريكي "ريب آي" الذي إشتهر بتقديم أشهى أطباق شرائح اللحم والستيك في جوٍّ من وحي الغرب ورعاة البقر، مطعم "الديوان" الدولي المتميز بالبوفيه الفاخر الذي يضم الاطباق العالمية المتعددة، مقهى "أروما كافيه" الذي يستقبل زواره على مدار 24 ساعة يوميا لتقديم القهوة ،المعجنات الطازجة، السلطات والحلويات الايطالية.

سجل الآن في برنامج مفاجآت مطاعم هوليداي ان واحصل على 30 مكافأة مجانية مذهلة. يسري العرض لغاية ديسمبر 2011

Biggest Loser - A day with one of the contestants

2011-07-17T08:01:00.000-07:00

Hi, as a participant in the Biggest Loser, the first weeks have been extremely challenging, since I am exercising after a long time. Though being active at home and at work, the exercise work out is different, still getting adjusted, but nonetheless, I have started feeling good about myself, boosts my confidence and Pio my trainer, is just so patient and helps me a lot in my work outs. I am beginning to like J

Viaggio Dish of the Day - Fettuccine Con Gamberoni Alla Crema

2011-07-17T07:42:00.000-07:00

Delicious Fettuccine with tiger prawns in a creamy home made sauce for KD 3.450

Only at Viaggio Italian Restaurant

CHEF INTERVIEW - EXECUTIVE CHEF JOHANNES AT CROWNE PLAZA KUWAIT

2011-07-17T04:19:00.000-07:00

First interview for our readers is from our Executive Chef ...

1. What are some of the key techniques and tips that you would suggest our readers, which have been useful to you over the years?

A good home cooking tips to remember is pan roasting.

i) If you want to prepare a thick cut of meat and you want it juicy medium-rare throughout, the best way to do that is pan roasting.

WHAT YOU NEED:

i) heavy pan that can also be used in the oven

ii) thick-cut meat room temperature

iii) bit of canola oil

iv) Salt and pepper.

v) Method:

(1) Sear all sides in a pre-heated pan.

(2) Preheat your oven at 350 degrees Celsius.

(3) Use an instant cooking thermometer to check the internal temperature of the meat.

(4) Remove the meat from the oven five degrees cooler than the targeted temperature.

(5) Cover the meat and let the meat rest for a while.

(6) Now you will have time to take the few minutes while the meat is resting to make a quick pan sauce with the drippings in the pan.

2. Do you have a go-to knife, gadget or ingredient that you would advise a home cook to stock?

You need a good set of sharp knives, enough chopping boards and it is a good practice to keep fresh basic ingredients in your refrigerator.

For example: fresh onions, garlic, rosemary, bay leaves, thyme, carrots, celery, parsley, potatoes and tomatoes.

If you cannot find any of these ingredients fresh, then make sure you have dried spices.

3. Mention your least favorite new culinary trend and why?

I am not a huge fan of molecular cuisine. I prefer traditional cooking that is rich in texture and flavor.

4. Mention any places you have traveled to that you have had great meals and what you liked?

I have had many memorable meals over the years on our travels.

TO NAME A FEW:

i) Patta Negra in Barcelona

ii) Duck and foie gras in France

iii) Bouillabaisse in Monaco

iv) homemade cold cuts and plum brandy in Bulgaria

v) Cheese fondue in Switzerland.

5. Who is your inspiration? What are your predictions for the future for restaurants and dining?

I am inspired by chefs who run their own small establishments and usually work with minimum staff to keep costs low. Those are places where I have had my most memorable meals over the years, as it is prepared with daily purchased fresh ingredients and with such care and love.

I am also inspired by many of my junior line cooks who can work under a lot of pressure and yet prepare flavorfully delicious dishes.

6. If you could cook for anyone, who would it be?

Good friends and family.

7. Name your favorite guilty pleasure

My guilty pleasure would be good ice cream sometimes before bedtime.

8. Name your signature dish

I do not have a signature dish.

I enjoy cooking with any seasonal fresh ingredients

Sakura : Japanese Lunch Buffet

2011-07-17T01:35:00.000-07:00

Every Friday & Saturday Japanese Buffet for Lunch only for KD 10.950 ( plus 15% service charge)

Timings: 12:00 noon to 4:00 pm

Green Engage : Conserve Energy

2011-07-16T03:58:00.000-07:00

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Trip Advisor - Review of the Day

2011-07-16T02:24:00.000-07:00

Ratings:

Value - 5 out of 5

Sleep Quality – 5 out of 5

Cleanliness – 5 out of 5

Service – 5 out of 5

Should you wish to see the review, kindly click the following :

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Recipe of the Day from Viaggio : Battuta Di Manzo

2011-07-14T08:30:00.000-07:00

Battuta Di Manzo
(Main Course)

Flattened US Beef Tenderloin served with balsamic braised endives and vegetables.

Recipe: serves 10

Ingredients	Unit	Qty.
Beef Tenderloin	180g	10
Asparagus	gm	80
Baby Carrots	gm	150
Salt	gm	10
Garlic	gm	10
White Peppr	gm	5
Demiglaze	ml	200
Endive	gm	600
Cherry Tomato	gm	70
Parsley	gm	10
Balsamic vinegar	ml	50

Method:

Flatten and season Beef tenderloin cook in a hot pan and let it rest
Cook Asparagus and Baby carrots in salted water strain water and finish with a bit of butter.
Put Demiglaze and Balsamic vinegar in saucepan and braise Endives until cooked
Divide endives between 10 plates place the beef on top finishing with carrots and asparagus.
Add a bit of butter to remaining sauce of endives and spoon over meat.

بطوطا دي مانزو

اللحم البقرى , الهندباء و الخضراوات مع صلصة الريف المميزة

المقادير

كيلو ونصف من اللحم البقري الطري

80 ج من الهليون

150 ج من قطع الجزر الصغيرة

10 ج ملح

10 ج ثوم

5 ج بهار ابيض

200 مل صلصة الdemiglaze (من مرقة اللحم)

ج الهندباء

70 ج طماطم كرزية

10 ج بقدونس

50 مل خل البلسمي

طريقة التحضير:

سخني القليل من الزيت النباتي في المقلاة ثم ضعي قطع اللحم و قلبيها على نار هادئة لمدة 20 دقيقة

ضعي الهليون وقطع الجزر الصغيرة في الماء و الملح واتركيها تغلي على نار هادئة حتى تنضج ومن ثم يضاف القليل من الزبدة

ضعي الخل البلسمي وصلصلة ال( Demiglaze ) في المقلاة على النار ثم اضيفي الهندباء واتركيها حتى تنضج

ضعي الهندباء في الطبق، ضعي فوقها اللحم ثم اضيفي الجزر و الهليون

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2011-07-14T07:04:00.000-07:00

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BIGGEST LOSER CHALLENGE AT CROWNE PLAZA KUWAIT

2011-07-14T06:28:00.000-07:00

In its quest to be the Go4Gold champion, Crowne Plaza Kuwait has embarked on the Biggest Loser Challenge within the hotel, motivating employees to stay healthy and in shape. Centering on overweight contestants, the hand-picked ones are put on a six – month period of rigorous workout sessions, nutritional changes and their very own personal trainers to oversee their progress during this time. The contestants have a common goal: lose the highest percentage of weight to become the Biggest Loser and win exciting prizes for the same.

Crowne Plaza Kuwait: Brawns for Bronze - Hala February 2011

2011-07-14T05:51:00.000-07:00

Crowne Plaza Kuwait joined in celebrating the 12th edition of Hala February 2011 festival. The Hala Festival is a mixture of entertainment , cultural events and superb shopping deals.

Emblazed in thousands of colorful lights, the festival placed art shows, concerts, children's activities and yes, there was even a yacht race.

The current editon of Hala February 2011 focused on Kuwait's marking on it's national days and the children's significance to society.

Crowne Plaza Kuwait: Brawns for Bronze - Blood Donation Drive March 2011

2011-07-14T00:16:00.000-07:00

Give blood - The management of Crowne Plaza Hotel Kuwait hosted a Blood Donation Drive for its colleagues last March 2011.Crowne Plaza believes that blood donation is truly a “gift of life” that a healthy individual can give to others in their community who are sick or injured. In an hour’s time, a person can donate one unit of blood that can be separated into four components that could help save lives.

Party! Party! Incidentally, the Annual Colleagues Party was held the same day. Victory is much sweeter if you know that you have done something for others.

Green Engage - Save our Planet

2011-07-13T17:43:00.000-07:00

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Crowne Plaza Kuwait: Bronze Pledge Activities - Moment of Peace for Japan & NBK Hospital Visits.

2011-07-13T16:00:00.000-07:00

CPK for Japan

Crowne Plaza Kuwait expressed deepest sympathies for the victims of the devastating March 11, 8.9 earthquake. Followed by a Tsunami. Feelings of grief poured towards Japan.
Lighting a candle and offering a moment of silence, prayers were given that the Japanese people, resilient as they are will overcome the repercussions of such a tragedy and speedy recovery for the injured.

National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) visits hospital

Crowne Plaza Kuwait’s Marketing Department together with NBK’s Public Relations team and staff paid a visit to Sabah Medical District. This has been also an integral commitment of NBK that led to the construction of the children’s hospital in this medical district. To share happy moments and comfort their sufferings is more than fulfilling said one.

Crowne Plaza Kuwait: Brawns for Bronze - Visit to Montessori School

2011-07-13T12:20:00.000-07:00

Visit to Montessori School

Corporate Social Responsibility goes a step further, ask Mr. Mauro Mora.

He participates in the hotels CSR on a monthly basis showcasing his talent by going to schools for

Children with Special Needs. Students look forward to the day when Mora comes to their school and perform.

Oohs and aahs emanates from the children as they watch him do his cool magic tricks and chucklesome clown shows.

I love performing, this is my passion said Mauro but to see the "lights in the eyes" of those less able to

communicate is the ultimate motivation and reward for me.

Crowne Plaza Kuwait: Brawns for Bronze - Language courses, training & taking it to the hoop

2011-07-13T10:52:00.000-07:00

English

Basic English course offered to improve comprehension and grammar.

The course is a dynamic all skills programme that integrates conversation practice, reading, writing and

listening, all in a light-hearted, fun & educational way.

Arabic

The aim of the program is to teach the basics in Arabic language – Learning is knowledge. Language is advantage.

Revenue Express Academy

Maximizing revenue by applying forecasting and availability controls, managing pricing and distribution channels, using different techniques and group management practices.

Making strategic and proactive decisions to increase occupancy rates and total revenue for the hotel.

Provides a holistic approach appropriate to the hotel industry.

Basketball Tournament

Crowne Plaza Kuwait positions itself 2nd best team in the 21st Open Category Goodwill Games.