HOLIDAY PARTIES WITH THE ARTS GROUP 

It's never too early to start thinking about your annual holiday party!

Hotel Arts  

If your company ranks are of a smaller nature and you can't seem to find the right venue with all the "fixings" to host this year's holiday party, join in the fun of the "Big Venue Small Companies Big Fun" holiday party at Hotel Arts on Wednesday, December 7th. We'll be hosting a decadent buffet dinner which includes draw prizes and an awesome DJ.   

Space is filling up fast so please contact Caroline Seymour for more details and/or inquiries at cseymour@hotelarts.ca or 403.266.7678.

We look forward to hosting you for the holidays at our unique venue!  

RAW BAR AND HOTEL ARTS  

Raw Bar's Hat Trick on Flames Game Nights     

Raw Bar will be featuring special pre-game meals on Flames Game Nights throughout the 2011-12 season and into the playoffs.The Raw Bar Hat Trick will include a beverage course, appetizer and entrée for $35.00 including complimentary self-parking in our surface lot.  Park at Hotel Arts, dine at Raw Bar and head over to the Scotiabank Saddledome to watch the Flames play.  It's a winning combination for a memorable night.  For reservations, please contact the Raw Bar at 403.206.9565.

Chef Ly serves up Tuna Tataki in Raw Bar to appreciative fans.

Photo Credit: John Gaucher

Thanksgiving Menu

Hotel Arts will be offering a special Chef's Tasting Menu for Thanksgiving weekend, October 9-10, 2011. Come down and enjoy some decadent delights prepared by our culinary team. Please click on the link below to see the menu. We look forward to hosting your friends and family for an unforgettable dinning experience!  

Weekend Thanksgiving Chef's Tasting Menu 

Fall Cocktail Menu  

Raw Bar is preparing to launch a new Fall/Winter Cocktail Menu.Colin Tait, Head Raw Bartender, has prepared an array of drinks inspired by some of the spices and flavours that accompany the cooler weather as well as the holiday season.  Here are some highlights that you can expect on the new cocktail menu launching shortly.  

• Autumn Song - A crisp juniper berry and tea syrup that's then mixed with G'vine Floral Gin, a touch of Aperol Italian Aperitif and elements of dandelion and burdock, balanced out with a little citrus that conjures up images of autumn at its peak.

• Deciduous - Taylor Tawny 20 year-old port  mixed with a blueberry style shrub, kick in some spice with a little shiraz and a sweet style syrup that follows a Moroccan influence such as a little cardamom, lemon and cinnamon and it's a sure fire way to forget about the harsh Calgary cold.

• Apple Cart Daisy - Using Spice Tree whisky (jokingly referred to as the illegal whisky because of its second maturation in new French Oak Barrels), mixed with a potent apple and fig preserve that's lengthened out by our unique pink peppercorn caramel syrup; it doesn't get much better...

Visit Raw Bar to sample our new list and share your feedback with Colin Tait and our Raw Bartenders.

Screen image from the Fall Cocktail Photo Shoot (TG Photo & Design)  

COCKTAIL RECIPE 

Colin Tait is pleased to share one his recipes to fight the winter chill with some bolder flavours like Single Malt Whiskey.

As Thyme Goes By

• 2 oz Spice Tree Single Malt Scotch Whiskey
• 1oz Clement Creole Shrubb
• 1oz Benedictine Liqueur
• 1oz simple syrup
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
• 3 dashes Bittermans Xocolatl Mole Bitters
• Ginger beer to taste

 Add all ingredients except the ginger beer into a Boston Shaker. Dry shake, then add ice and give a hard shake for 15 seconds. Double strain into an ice-filled Collins Glass and top with ginger beer to taste. Garnish with a sprig of thyme (optional).

CHEF'S TABLE AND THE INN     

MICHAEL LAZAROWICH, MAITRE D', CHEF'S TABLE 

Chef's Table is not only renowned for amazing cuisine but also for a brand of service that takes the dining experience to new memorable levels.  Leading the charge from a service perspective is Michael Lazarowich.

Michael has been with Chef's Table since its inception in 2007, serving as Maitre d' since October of 2010.  In his time as Maitre d', Chef's Table has seen tremendous recognition within the community, garnering many loyal followers, and raising its profile as one of the top restaurants in Calgary. 

Michael has been profiled on Wedding Television for Chef's Table and has been responsible for many amazing weddings, private dinners, as well as executing the many winemakers dinners that Chef's Table has become so well-known for.  

Michael started his professional food and wine career as a busboy at a friend's restaurant at age 11, claiming to be the richest Grade sixer he knew, earning $3.85/hour plus tips.  He spent his teens working his way up through the ranks at the Calgary Winter Club, becoming one of the youngest servers at 17, when he had to ask his colleagues to deliver drinks to his tables.  As a professional server, Michael gained experience in several well-known establishments progressing from Hy's Steakhouse to the Belvedere, Vintage Chophouse, Capo, and eventually, Chef's Table.

When he is not at Chef's Table, Michael can be found practicing his passion for golf, a sport he has played since he was 10 years old, competing in the Alberta Amateurs, and now  serving as the "go-to golf pro" for the Hotel Arts Group.

Having been surrounded by food and wine for most of his adult life, Michael fuels his passion by cooking at home and trying new things.  He loves grilling red meats and preparing well-balanced, simple meals with quality ingredients.  Michael claims his mood influences his cooking style and he utilizes what's available to him rather than using recipes.

Outside of Chef's Table, his favourite food and wine experience was close to home, at the Rimrock's renowned Eden, one of only 5 diamond restaurants in Canada.  The true showcase of unique dishes with classic ingredients, paired with wines of equal quality, an incredible setting, and beautiful China made for a memorable dining experience.  Mike holds service standards to the highest level but says, although not perfect, they were pretty close!   

Michael hopes to gain the 5 diamond rating for Chef's Table in the near future.  Recently traveling to France, Italy, and Spain, he feels strongly that the Calgary dining scene is worthy of comparison to these and other well-recognized food and wine destinations and that we should be proud of what's available in our own backyard.

BELLA'S BLOG

Bella Zapatos is the resident Fashionista and Trendsetter for Hotel Arts. She is a shopaholic with a particular affinity (addiction) for shoes and loves to immerse herself in all the things going on in Calgary attending great parties, dining out, checking out festivals and supporting the arts. Bella blogs about all the chic and fabulous things that pique her interest. Follow Bella on Facebook and Twitter to see what she's up to.

Bella's Restaurant Guide and Shoe Menu

Raw Bar is your perfect stylish stop before heading to the flames game, a night on the town or even for a romantic dinner. The asian influenced cuisine and sexy contemporary decor go perfectly with Aldo's new DERITIS bootie. Don't forget to order one of the award-winning cocktails - you won't be disappointed!    

 

JARO blue, Trendy 17th Ave: Something Blue

 JARO blue is a contemporary tapas lounge featuring globally influenced offerings. The artwork and decor throughout the restaurant gives an intimate feeling to your experience. Wear these new Steve Madden TRAISIE pumps and you'll fit in perfectly.

UPCOMING EVENTS AT HOTEL ARTS  

The Tooth Fairy Children's Foundation Gala

The gala will be held at Hotel Arts on October 27, 2011 from 6:00pm to 11:00pm. At the gala, Dan Millman will present "In the Spirit of Service" and share the simple things we can do each day to uplift the lives of others. Gala includes appetizers, full dinner and Dan Millman, intriguing guest speaker.  Cocktail Attire is encouraged.   

Tickets: $99.00/person

Buy 2 or more: $89.00/person

Table of 10: $890.00 

Event 2: Life-Changing Workshop 

The workshop with also be held at Hotel Arts on October 28, 2011 from 8:00am to 4:00pm. At the workshop, Dan will invite your team to explore deeper meanings in their lives and discover the "Warrior Spirit" within. Workshop includes lunch and coffee. First 600 registrants receive Dan Millman's newest book, "The Four Purposes of Life".  Business casual attire is encouraged.   

Prices: $299.00/person

Register for two or more: $259.00/person

Gala & Workshop: $388.00/person

Gala & Workshop - buy two or more: $338.00/person

Grave Gala

Calgary Opera's Grave Gala takes place Sat, Oct 29th at Hotel Arts. This is arguably one of Calgary's best fundraising events of the year with a dizzying array of great costumes. This year's theme has a bit of a macabre carnival vibe and should make for another amazing night. Overnight accommodation packages are available at Hotel Arts as well.

Check out the exciting line-up that Calgary Opera has in store this year including Pagliacci, Moby Dick and La Bohème.  Visit them on-line at www.calgaryopera.com or call 403.262.7286 for tickets. 

Green Calgary Gala - Red Wine, Blue Cheese, Green Art

Please join us for the inaugural Red Wine, Blue Cheese, Green Art fundraising gala being held on November 3, 2011 in support of Green Calgary.   

The event will be held at Hotel Arts for an evening brimming with fun, creative and thought-provoking elements including a locally sourced organic menu, live and silent art auctions and renowned musical and theatrical talent, all presented in an environmentally inspiring way.

Groove to Kris Demeanor, laugh along with the Green Fools, bid on works by local artists (Derek Besant, Lisa Brawn, Chris Cran, Helena Hadala, Eric Louie, Audrey Mabee, Gary Olson, Teresa Posyniak, Paul Van Ginkel, Carl White, and more) all while making an important contribution to Green Calgary's mission - empowering Calgarians to create healthy homes and communities through environmental education, products and services.   

Your ticket also gets you free entry to the associated Art Marketplace taking place on November 4 and 5 at Hillhurst United Church.

Proceeds from the ticket sales, cash bar and auctioned artwork go towards supporting local sustainability by funding Green Calgary and their award-winning programs.   

 Help us celebrate and investigate the connections between the arts and the environment, as expressed in the following quotations from Marshall McLuhan:

"I think of art, at its most significant, as a DEW line-a Distant Early Warning system that can always be relied on to tell the old culture what is beginning to happen to it.""There are no passengers on spaceship earth. We are all crew.

Website:

www.greenartyyc.org

Ticket Price:

CLERC Legal - Artful Bench & Bar 

The Children's Legal & Educational Resource Centre presents The 6th Annual Artful Bench and Bar Event taking place Wednesday, October 19th, 2011 at 5:30pm. The event, held at the trendy Hotel Arts in downtown Calgary, features both a live art auction and silent auction, as well as live entertainment. All Proceeds from the event will support CLERC - and organization serving children and youth 19 and under, by providing free information, advice, referrals, advocacy and legal representation.   

Tickets are $75.00 which includes one free drink and hors d'oeuvres and can be purchased by VISA, MasterCard or cheque at CLERC.  For more information call 403-207-9029.   

Read For The Cure - Calgary Fundraising Event 

Read for the Cure will be held October 19, 2011 at Hotel Arts. This year, they will be featuring bestselling authors Marina Endicott, Joy Fielding and Catherine Gildiner.

Over the past 4 years, Read for the Cure's author events have become a "must-attend" in Toronto and Ottawa; this year, they have expanded the cause to Calgary. The event will consist of the same format:  bestselling authors, in events that can best be described as large-scale book club gatherings. The event offers readers a unique alternative to walking, cycling or running for the cure! 

In addition to hearing the authors' speak, each attendee will receive a copy of their book. You can be sure to look forward to a great night, for a great value, for a great cause!

Read for the Cure's Calgary event will support the Alberta Cancer Foundation and the Cancer Research Society, to fund research into the causes and prevention of cancer, and especially environmental links to cancer.  The organization is composed entirely of volunteers, allowing 100 per cent of funds raised to go to cancer research.

Education Matters

Join us at Hotel Arts on October 26th for the 2011 CBE Distinguished Alumni Awards as we honour and celebrate two amazingly inspirational individuals from our Community; Master Corporal (ret.) Paul Franklin and Peggy Valentine. All proceeds will benefit the Future Leaders Fund, supporting high school students striving to become tomorrow's leaders.

Tickets available atwww.educationmatters.ca    

or by calling 403-817-7468

GLENBOW - WATCH ME MOVE 

Hotel Arts and the Glenbow Museum are partnering on a promotion for the Watch Me Move: Animation Show exhibit taking place at the Glenbow Museum from October 8 - December 24, 2011. Watch Me Move is the most extensive exhibition ever mounted to present the full range of animation produced during the last 150 years.  Hotel Arts will feature the Glenbow - Watch Me Move Package which includes the following:

• Nightly accommodation
• Breakfast Buffet for Two in Raw Bar
• Complimentary Self Parking
• Complimentary Internet
• Two Adult Tickets to "Glenbow Museum - Watch Me Move"

Weekend rates start at $169.00 + tax and weekday rates are $259.00 + tax subject to availability.  Call reservations at 1-800-661-9378 and ask for the Glenbow - Watch Me Move Package (Booking Code WMM123).

To learn more about the exhibit, visit www.glenbow.org.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Hotel Arts Group is actively involved in the neighbourhood around us.  Every month, we are dedicated to giving back to the community that supports our businesses and helps to make Calgary such a great place to live, work and play.

Here are a few highlights of some of the groups we are trying to assist:   

• Bocuse d'Or Canada: The Bocuse d'Or Canada is an organization that connects chefs in the culinary profession. Each year, a fundraiser is held to send one candidate overseas to compete in an international cooking competition. Hotel Arts is a proud supporter of the culinary industry and is involved with the annual fundraiser. For more information, please visit http://www.bocusedorcanada.ca.   

• Society for Treatment of Autism: Society for Treatment of Autism is an organization that provides individual treatment for those children diagnosed with autism. They ensure the services they provide meet the needs of the children and families involved. For more information, please visit http://www.autism.ca. 

On behalf of Medical Mercy Canada, I extend a huge thank you for supporting our organization by donating supplies for our 2011  medical/dental camp held each year in Nepal.  This year, 24 volunteers will travel to Nepal to partner with Nepalese health care professionals and translators to provide services to thousands in the Chitwan region.   Our clinics include medical, dental, pre/post natal, women's issues, water filtration and more.  The supplies Hotel Arts is providing (soaps, shampoo, pens etc) will mostly be used in our extensive children's program that focuses on health and hygiene education through games, puppetry and lively fun.  This is but one of the many projects MMC supports.

('Medical Mercy Canada Society' (MMC) is a registered, non-government, non-religious, charitable organization. It provides medical supplies, education, support and other supplies to India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Burmese refugees in Thailand and to impoverished villagers in Ukraine. Projects include establishing and maintaining village health clinics, small country hospitals, chronic care centres for seniors, village schools and kindergartens; developing sanitation and clean water systems; providing medical supplies and medical training.)

We are also very grateful to Hotel Arts for being such a wonderful venue with exceptional staff in which to host our Annual Fundraising Gala.  This year being held on Saturday, October 22.  (medicalmercycanada.org)

It is an honour to work with such a dedicated organization and I am thrilled to be part of this year's volunteer team headed to Nepal.  Thank you again to Hotel Arts for your multifaceted support. 

Joanne Neweduk

MMC  Board of Directors, Gala Co-Chair and Nepal Volunteer 2011

Medical Mercy Canada

MONTHLY PARKING AT HOTEL ARTS 

Hotel Arts has a few spots available for monthly parkers with secure surface lot parking at $200.00 per month and secure heated underground parking at $300.00 per month.

Located steps from major offices, shopping, convention facilities and tourism attractions, Hotel Arts is an ideal option for monthly parkers looking for spots in Calgary's busy downtown. In addition to walking proximity to your office, you can park your vehicle and dine at Raw Bar at Hotel Arts or Taste Restaurant, get a workout in at The Hot Yoga Lounge or Anytime Fitness, grab a latte at Starbucks, get your hair done at HedKandi Salon or nearby Blo, or shop at Formans and Forbidden. Parking at Hotel Arts also puts you a few blocks away from the Saddledome for Flames Games and concerts.

Reserve your spot before the chill of winter arrives. You'll be glad that you did once the mercury drops to freezing and you have a secure parking stall.