Radisson Blu Dhaka Observes Earth Hour

Protecting climate change has become the biggest concern now than anytime earlier in the world. Joining millions across the globe on 25th March 2017, irrespective of race, religion, generation and geography, Radisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden demonstrated its commitment to protecting the planet by switching to energy preservation mode from 8.30 pm to 9.30 pm.

An hour in darkness was observed by switching off most of the building lights, non-essential equipments and machineries like desk computers, pool pumps, boilers, chillers, fans, and reduced AC temperature. The atrium lobby lights were dimmed with the only wafts of light coming from candles.  Guests were encouraged to partake by switching off their room lights, dining in candle lit ambience and enjoying sheer nature by refraining to use any form of energy for 60 minutes.

Earth Hour, the world’s largest and most inspiring environmental grassroots movement, sponsored by WWF (World Wildlife Foundation), and instigates everyone to do something as simple as switching off lights to save energy. The world’s iconic landmarks go dark for one designated hour to support the stimulating cause.    As an integral part of this beautiful planet, Radisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden initiates such activities to promote less wastage, reduce its carbon footprint and use the earth’s limited resources sensibly to prevent them from getting exhausted. 

Radisson Blu Dhaka inaugurates Australian Food Festival

 “Taste of Australia” has been launched on March 17 at the already renowned Water Garden Brasserie Restaurant, Radisson Blu Dhaka. The Australian Executive Chef Jed Archdeacon has meticulously planned the event  in order to give the guest a completely unique dining experience through “taste sight and smell.”

 Jed, being a proud Australian himself, intends to WOW each and every guest who joins this festival through his culinary skills. The festival is designed to give guests a true taste of Australian Cuisines and a Sense of Place.

The event started by welcoming the Chief Guest H E Ms. Julia Niblett, Australian High Commissioner and the special guest, Mr. Satit, General Manager of Thai Airways International. H E Dr. Thomas Prinz, the German Ambassador was also present among other esteemed guests. Among other activities, there was an indigenous didgeridoo show and raffle draw for Radisson Blu Dhaka’s facebook site (www.facebook.com/RadissonBluDhaka). Then for the finale the festival officially begun by a ribbon cutting ceremony by the honorable guest.

Chef Jed then presented the honorable invited guests with a huge Australian Flag Designed Cake.

Christoph Voegeli, General Manager of Radisson Blu Water Garden, says, “In line with our 2017’s mission to be the number one hotel in the country in terms of food offerings, our team meticulously prepared for this festival to make a difference in the market. I hope, food lovers of this city will try out to find that difference”

For the opening night there were already rave reviews received from the VIP’s, Honorable guests and members of the media which attended the opening nights dinner buffet. Guest commented on the interactive live stations, quality of Australian produce and high standard of culinary technique.

For this Australian Food Festival, the airline partner is Thai Airways, the hospitality partners are Radisson Blu  Hotel Sydney and Radisson Blu Chittagong Bay View. Supported by Australian High Commission and Austrade, the platinum sponsor is the Pepsi co., the beverage partner. J.B Trading Co. is the gold sponsor and Northend Coffee, Expolink Resources Ltd., Noor Trade house, Foodex International and Fair Distribution Ltd are the silver sponsors. Radio Today, Dhaka Tribune and Harriken are the media partners for this festival. This food festival will end on March 26.

Taste of Australia at Radisson Blu Dhaka

“Taste of Australia” is launching on March 17 at the already renowned Water Garden Brasserie Restaurant, Radisson Blu Dhaka.

Radisson’s Executive Chef Jed Archdeacon hails from Australia himself and has gifted his own magic into this festival. Culinary innovation waits for guests which will be a treated for both the appetite and the eyes. The premises of the restaurant will be embellished with eucalyptus and a scenography of Australia. Beautiful aboriginal art pieces adorn the walls. Various inherent features of Australia will transform the ambience in the restaurant.  The menu will be grand as well with ingredients such as specially imported meats, lentils, chickpeas spices, herbs, etc all the way from Australia. An impressive assortment of the Aussie delicacy pies will be available at the festival which ranges from beef pie, chicken pie, pigeon pie and so on. A tempting aroma will be coming from the whole Australian exported Goat or lamb grilled on the spot over the spit on the charcoal. All the Australian meats are smoked in-house using Chef Jed’s special smoking mix.  “The menu will mainly focus on Australian produce and will be presented in a newer refined way to harmonize with a more modern Australia,” said Chef Jed, on 24 March, the entire festival will settle itself by the poolside for one day to deliver a romantic, barbecue experience for which Australia is famous for. For those who have a sweet tooth, delicious Australian desserts will also be available such as lamingtons (sponge cake with Australian syrup), classic Pavalova, etc. There will also be a raffle draw at the festival the first prize of which is free ticket for two from Dhaka to Sydney (on Thai Airways) back again. The first prize also has a complimentary stay for two at Radisson Blu Plaza Sydney. The second prize will be one night stay at Radisson Blu Chittagong. The third prize will be a complimentary dinner for two at Radisson Blu Dhaka.

Christoph Voegeli, General Manager of  Radisson Blu Water Garden, says,  “The hotel organises such festivals to bring different food varieties of the world close to the Bangladeshi people and this time they will come in touch with Australian food delights. We hope the festival will satisfy the taste-buds of the people.”

Supported by Thai Airways as airline partner, Pepsi the beverage partner, Radisson Blu  Hotel Sydney and Radisson Blu Chittagong Bay View the hospitality partners, Radio Today, Dhaka Tribune and Harriken as media partners. Expolink, Northend Coffee, JB Trading Co., Foodex International, Olitalia and Noor Trade house to assist with the arrangements of the festival. This food festival will end on March 26.

Radisson Blu Dhaka Celebrates International Women’s Day

Embracing the International Women’s Day on March 8, Radisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden saluted all women for their contribution by leaps and bounds to society as a whole. The international five star hotel was tinted in the royal shade of purple, representing stability and fierce energy, both associated with the essence of womanhood. The ladies were paid tribute to for their contribution by leaps and bounds to society as a whole by being showered with gifts galore. They enjoyed complimentary services and slashed rates on numerous deals including pampering sessions at the spa.

“Gender perception has evolved greatly over the years and the long-standing misconception of men being superior to women has faded away. It fills me with immense delight to see women in Bangladesh going from strength to strength with men in almost every sector of the country today," said Christoph Voegeli, General Manager.