Category Archives: Events
Catering Corner: Kids’ Room
Will you have a large amount of children attending your wedding or event? You might consider setting up a kids’ room. Once the party gets started in the main room, invite your younger guests to their own room. You can … Continue reading
Catering Corner: This one takes the cake!
Want a classy dessert for your wedding but don’t love cake? A new idea that we see taking off is the “Cheese Cake” though you won’t find these at everywhere. Literally, it is a cake made of cheese. Your cheese … Continue reading
Masters of Design and Post-Baccalaureate Fashion Show 2013
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) and The Drake Hotel’s Palm Court are pleased to present the Masters of Design and Post-Baccalaureate 2013 Fashion Show on Wednesday, May 15. Doors open at 7 p.m. for a cocktail hour and … Continue reading
Coq d’Or Invites Whiskey Aficionados to Join New Whiskey Club
Coq d’Or invites whiskey fans to join the new Coq d’Or Whiskey Club this May 2013. Interested individuals can complete the initial complimentary registration anytime online at www.thedrakehotel.com/dine/coqdor. Once enrolled, members will receive a membership card entitling them access to … Continue reading
Catering Corner: Favorable Favors
Instead of giving individual favors to each guest, many couples are choosing alternate ways to thank their guests for coming to their wedding. A donation to a charity of the couple’s choosing has been very popular lately, and is a … Continue reading
ChicagoStyle Wedding Photo Shoot
Romance, power, beauty and desire converge at the ChicagoStyle Wedding magazine bridal fashion shoot at The Drake. The Drake Hotel recently hosted ChicagoStyle Weddings for a photo shoot highlighting bridal trend fashion for an upcoming issue of the magazine. The photo … Continue reading
A Gold Coast Easter Brunch
Easter egg hunts, floral dresses, and smiling faces were all present at The Drake Hotel’s annual Gold Coast brunch. The affair provided friends and family an opportunity to enjoy each other without the worry of cooking and cleaning up. The … Continue reading
Catering Corner: The Great Gatsby
With spring upon us and summer right around the corner, wedding season is officially in full swing. And what will be inspiring weddings all season? The Great Gatsby! With a new movie inspired by the novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald … Continue reading
Catering Corner: Sweets with a Little Savory
Remember, desserts don’t always have to be sweet. As spring approaches, take advantage of fresh herbs and vegetables to add a savory element to your dessert selection. Some ideas include adding a sprig of basil to the top of raspberry … Continue reading







