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The sky bedecked in precious blue was reflected in the intense color
of Lake Geneva, created through a glacier in the form of a crescent. Lake
Geneva or Lake Léman, bordered by Switzerland and France, is
one of the largest and best-known lakes in Western Europe. The Le Mirador
Kempinski Lake Geneva offers besides some of the most spectacular views in the
world one of finest destination spas, the Givenchy Spa Le Mirador. Newly
renovated, we knew we were in for a treat, but nothing prepared us for the
breathtaking views through these new huge panoramic glass walls when we entered
the arrival lobby
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... After ten months of renovation: All suites, including
the new and spacious Junior Suites, are designed to pamper the most discerning
travelers around the world, who are used to a luxurious lifestyle. Entering the
suites, one is welcomed by the warm colors and the fine selected interior that
perfectly reflects the regions nature and purity. The new Junior Suites new
Junior Suites , feature a terrace of 20 square meters, for relaxation in total
privacy, Full HD, LCD TV screens with integrated Entertainment and Information
system, Logitech Dream FI, portable phone and the latest Nespresso coffee
machine called CitiZ.
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... General Manager Paolo Sanavia has certainly put his
signature on Le Mirador Kempinski Lake Geneva. Italian born Paolo Sanavia
joined the Kempinski Group in 2006 as General Manager of the
Hotel Giardino di Costanza in Sicily, another Seven Stars
and Stripes award recipient. He has been working in the hospitality industry
for over thirty-five years and was educated at the Hotel school in Abano Terme
Italy, and in 1988 he earned a Masters degree in Hotel Enterprise with the
Société Suisse des Hôteliers in Switzerland; le
diplôme donne droit au titre dHôtelier-restaurateur diplomé
SSH. Multi lingual Sanavia is a visionary who also studied at Cornell
University in the US and recently earned an MBA in China. His appearance is
flawless and so is his team, trained to please and working well together.
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Lake Geneva, Switzerland |
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Chef Philippe Zemours résumé exudes acclaim and
competence with stints in several Michelin starred properties in France and
Switzerland as well as a touch of the exotic doing time in Bora Bora, Tahiti.
This valuable experience translated into personal inspiration and creativity in
the kitchen using the classical products and preparations of the region to
forge his way at Le Trianon.
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To begin with Chef Philippe prepared an amuse bouche for us consisting of an
artfully arranged platter of coconut chicken with sesame, foie gras mounds over
rice crackers and crisp mousse rolls with caviar. A bottle of Domaine des
Coccinelles Riesling-Sylvaner, an organically produced wine from Neuchatel,
Switzerland supported all this. A first course of Landes Duck Foie Gras with
preserved Chardonne wine-flavored spiced jelly and Valais apricot chutney with
almonds appeared from the kitchen.
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We moved on to Baked Sea Bass with Hot and Cold Gambas in Open Ravioli with
grey shrimp foam and lemongrass. This combination couldnt help but excite the
palate with a strong contrasting of flavors and temperatures not to mention the
addition of a delicate ocean-like foam to smooth out the whole dish. A local
wine made up of petite arvine and chardonnay grapes from the Valais became La
Tremaille Assemblage de Cepages Nobles, capturing the essence of tropical
fruits tempered by spicy almond and a fine long finish.
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Dear Friends, |
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Fall in the traditional sense of harvest, turning
leaves and pumpkins is soon coming to an end. But what could be more beautiful
then celebrating the holidays overlooking the Mother of all European lakes and
majestic Alpine mountains, covered by a blanket of snow? It is a beguiling
sight; somewhat narcotic in the sublime effect it has on ones senses while
standing above the clouds and looking 1,300 feet down from this special place
to Lake Geneva or Lac Leman, if you wish. Finally, after almost a year of
renovation, The Le Mirador Kempinski Lake Geneva besides some of the most
spectacular views in the world, offers one of the finest destination spas and a
new superb kitchen headed by Executive Chef Philippe Zemour, a relative
newcomer at Le Trianon but accomplished nonetheless. Note that the Givenchy Spa
Le Mirador is by no means just a beauty spa; this center of wellbeing also
includes the Mirador Medical center and an in-house dentistry. Besides, its
close proximity to Montreux and Vevey, the microclimate and the healing
mountain air make this resort a favorite for anyone looking for a totally
unique healing experience. Wherever in the world you might be flying from, if
you are relying on commercial carriers, let it be Singapore Airlines, their
service and onboard cuisine is unsurpassed. Until next month when we are
talking business with Lufthansa, and reporting from the Leopolis
Hotel and Lev Restaurant in the historic, young city of Lviv in the Ukraine.
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I remain yours truly |
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Thorsten Buehrmann |
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Business Class - Boeing
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A little stressed, we boarded the Boeing 747. There is something unique about
Asian hospitality and the way we were greeted and welcomed onboard, both in
conversation and in body language. A member of the well-uniformed crew took our
hand luggage over almost instantly and we followed him in silence to the
stairs. Somehow the deep carpets swallowed up all noise and with the kind
guidance of the steward we settled in quickly.
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Singapore Airlines is famous for their service, onboard cuisine and their 'hot'
breakfast. The menus for Singapore Airlines have been created by an
international culinary panel of celebrated chefs from around the globe and
feature in their menu booklets from, left to right, Gordon Ramsay from the UK,
Zhu Jun from China, Nancy Oaks from the USA, Yoshihiro Murata from Japan,
Georges Blanc from France and Sanjeev Kapoor from India.
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When I asked the lovely attendant if it would be possible to get my steak maybe
just a nuance more on the rare to medium rare side, the answer was: I dont know
if its possible, since the menu items are prix fixed, but I will certainly try
To my surprise, the mission was successfully accomplished. My wine that was
recommended during dinner was eloquently removed and another knowledgeably
suggested. Each course was truly exceptional for onboard cuisine and the
contemporary table settings by Givenchy completed the picture. Our overall
dining above the clouds experience was delightful.
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keepsakes, all the while showing the full potential of what guests may
experience.
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* Leopolis Hotel, Lviv -
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* Seven Stars and Stripes Advisory
Board Chef Walter Staib, an award-winning internationally known chef
with over four decades of experience, is a master of open hearth cookery. He
demonstrates a true mastery in the preparation of sophisticated 18th century
cuisine, sure to inspire home-cooks |
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