Truly Thankful at The Chase’s Table

Tuesday, November 24th, 2009

The Chase Park Plaza’s culinary team welcomes you this Thanksgiving with an impressive set of offerings at several of its venues.  Enjoy a magnificent brunch in the Starlight Roof, or choose an exceptional tasting menu at either the savvy Eau Bistro or the more relaxed Cafe Eau Bar and Patio. For additional details and reservations, please call 314.633.6868.

Starlight Roof: $45 per person; children 5-12 $25 (children under five are free).  Seating times at 11 a.m., and 1:30 p.m. Download full menu here.

Eau Bistro: Ala Carte menu, Bistro Turkey Special: $27 per person; or Tasting Menu: $55 per person. Download Turkey Special and Tasting menu here.

Cafe Eau Bar & Patio: Ala Carte menu, Tasting Menu: $24 per person.  Download Tasting Menu here.

Savoy Room Available for Private Events

Tuesday, November 17th, 2009

In addition to serving as an informal community gathering area, the Savoy room can be reserved for private events. The Chase Park Plaza’s Director of Catering, Kelly Rosenblatt, suggests the room lends itself well for nonprofit board meetings/dinners, baby and bridal showers, cocktail fundraisers, rehearsal dinners and even small wedding receptions.  

“Whether residents entertain in their homes, one of our private rooms or the Savoy Room, they have access to everything in the hotel,” said Kelly. “Our catering staff will assist with every imaginable detail, from customized menus to tailored lighting to hiring entertainment and much more. We facilitate many events, and we offer our expertise and ideas to do anything to satisfy our residents’ desires for memorable events. It’s pretty special to know you have this amazing resource.”

To reserve the Savoy Room, please contact Jean Hummel at (314) 633-3031 or visit Jean in suite 207 on the second floor of The Park Plaza. Once the room is scheduled, you can then work with Kelly and the catering department to help plan and staff your event.

Savoy Room Name Recognizes The Chase’s Inspiration

Wednesday, November 11th, 2009

The Private Residence community added another unique feature to its list of amenities, the Savoy Room. The resident gathering area is named after the historic building that inspired Sam Koplar to build The Park Plaza in 1929, the Savoy Plaza Hotel in New York City.

In January 1929, Sam Koplar, the original developer of the Park Plaza, visited the Savoy Plaza Hotel in New York City, prior to leaving on a trip for Europe. Upon his return, he decided to build a hotel just as luxurious in St. Louis. The Park Plaza, designed by architects Schopp and Baumann, was called “Park,” because of its proximity to St. Louis’ Forest Park, and “Plaza,” as a nod to the Savoy Plaza Hotel. 

The Savoy Room serves as a community gathering area, and it includes a fireplace, dining spaces, plasma television, attached serving area and kitchen, conference table, lounge furnishings and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the front of The Chase Park Plaza and Forest Park.

Concierge for The Private Residences Named Corporate Concierge of the Year

Friday, November 6th, 2009

Maria Jose Kessler, one of the concierges for The Private Residences at The Chase Park Plaza, has been awarded the Silver Plume Award for Corporate Concierge of the Year by Where St. Louis Magazine.

The Silver Plume Awards honor exemplary customer service and performance by concierges and managers, as chosen by their peers. The awards also recognize concierges and guest-service professionals who go “the extra mile.”

“Maria Jose is a true treasure,” said Jeanne Venn, chief concierge, The Chase Park Plaza. “After four years as a concierge in the Chase Park Plaza Hotel, Maria Jose quickly won the hearts and confidence of our residents, with her unique brand of warmth and global knowledge.”

Maria Jose Kessler stands with her Silver Plume Award at the Where award ceremony.

Maria Jose Kessler stands with her Silver Plume Award at the Where St. Louis award ceremony.

Where Magazine started The Silver Plume Awards 17 years ago in New York to honor outstanding service and achievements in hotel guest service. This is the second year for a St. Louis concierge to receive a Silver Plume Award.