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The Kensington Jeju Hotel is presenting various activity programs to maximize the excitement of autumn on Jejudo Island.

Guests opting for the Luxury All-Inclusive Package will be able to choose from activity programs such as Green Tea Farm Tour and Gotjawal Trekking.

Picnic with Autumn Scent is a program for an exciting outing to an animal farm and Saebyeol Orum for a trekking course -- with the beautiful scenery of Muscanthus, as also known as silver grass -- along with Spanish tapas and wine for a picnic en route.

The Green Tea Farm Tour is a program being held at a local green tea farm where guests can learn “dado,” Korean traditional tea etiquette.


Sin Jong-cheol appointed executive chef at JW Marriott Hotel Seoul

JW Marriott Hotel Seoul announced the appointment of new executive chef Sin Jong-cheol.

Sin is the first Korean to fill the hotel’s top culinary position.

A native of the southern island of Jejudo, Sin embarked on a career pin  hotels after being inspired by his elder sister, who also worked at a hotel.

From 1992 onward, he worked at Hotel Shilla Jeju before moving to the Korean capital and joining Hotel Shilla Seoul, where he was placed in charge of cuisine and quality control at all-day dining restaurant The Park View.

Sin’s first action upon his appointment was to create an R&D team that includes leading chefs from the kitchens of each of JW Marriott Seoul’s restaurants.

The team began by comprehensively redesigning the menu at buffet restaurant The Cafe @ JW, and is currently working on creating yet more distinctive menus for the hotel’s Japanese and Chinese restaurants.


Lamb and alchemy at Il Ponte 

Il Ponte, Millennium Seoul Hilton’s popular Italian trattoria, will host a monthlong promotion showcasing lamb dishes and the culinary alchemy that occurs when combined with certain flavor profiles.

Throughout October, diners will be able to enjoy a special set menu featuring flavorful and aromatic Italian lamb dishes.

The five-course menu entitled “Science of Lamb” will feature delectable dishes such as: grilled lamb skewer on arugula, cucumber goats cheese salad with lime dressing and foccacia bread; penne pasta with spiced lamb meatballs in a chunky tomato sauce; grilled rack of lamb with an olive-pistachio crust, mushroom risotto, vegetable ratatouille and marsala sauce; and more.

Also at Il Ponte, every Saturday and Sunday at lunchtime (11:30 a.m. -- 2:30 p.m.), your children, the chefs of the future, are invited to explore their culinary and creative talents by making their own pizza. The chef will then bake your child’s masterpiece to simmering perfection.


Warm water kiddie pool

Imperial Palace Seoul is greeting the arrival of cool breezy autumn with Kids Pool Package from Oct. 1 to Nov. 29.

The package is aimed at families that missed having fun in the water in summer.

Kids Pool Package includes one night stay at a cozy room along with three breakfast vouchers at Cafe Amiga (two Adults, one Child), a rashguard suite by Sweden’s Zunblock for the kids to stay warm during pool time, and three types of healthy oatmeal drinks. In addition, free valet parking and Wi-Fi services are provided for the mothers (women only).

Breakfast is provided for the family of three the next morning.

The Kids Pool Package price is 260,000 won for deluxe, business, or spa deluxe rooms, 420,000 won for corner and duplex suites, and 200,000 won for deluxe or business rooms without breakfast.

For more information, call (02) 3440-8000 or visit www.imperialpalace.co.kr.


Wedding show at Sheraton Seoul D Cube City Hotel

Sheraton Seoul D Cube City Hotel is presenting a wedding show titled the “Small Wedding Launching Show” for the soon-to-be-wed couples. The hotel will be introducing various flower decorations and wedding styles at its outdoor terrace, located on the eighth floor. The Tulip & Rose Terrace is an ideal venue for small weddings with 80 or so guests.

The terrace can be rearranged to fit the needs and desired themes of the wedding being held, and is suitable for both formal and casual ceremonies. Indoor convention lounges at the hotel are available for the after-wedding reception.

The wedding show aims to showcase the latest bridal trends and provide inspiration for couples looking for a stylish, unique ceremony. The show will be held on Sept. 23 from 7 p.m. For inquiries and reservations, call (02) 2211-1900~1.