The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco Invites Guests To Celebrate The Holiday Season

SAN FRANCISCO, CA--(Marketwired - Oct 28, 2016) - Recently recognized as one of the 'Best Hotels in the World' by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler, The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco has been a favorite destination for traveling families and locals to celebrate the holiday season for more than 25 years. The Nob Hill luxury hotel continues its tradition of creating indelible holiday memories with specially-curated menus, annual traditions and festive fundraisers. The five-diamond hotel's signature restaurant, Parallel 37, and award-winning chef, Michael Rotondo, will feature celebratory menus on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Eve. Additional holiday specialties include annual traditions such as the Tree Lighting Ceremony, Holiday Afternoon Tea in The Lounge and Teddy Bear Tea benefiting Make-A-Wish® Greater Bay Area.

Thanksgiving at Parallel 37
Thursday, November 24, 2016
11 a.m. to 8 p.m. with final seating at 8 p.m.
$145 per adult with menu options for children

On Thanksgiving Day, guests are invited to indulge in a four-course menu featuring seasonally-inspired dishes including: Roasted Pear and Parsnip Soup, Brioche, Holiday Spices; Pumpkin Ravioli, Maine Lobster, Shellfish Reduction; Traditional Turkey Dinner with Sweet Potatoes, Corn Bread Stuffing, Giblet Gravy; Roasted Sea Bass, Dungeness Crab, Flavors of "Cioppino" and All Natural Beef Tenderloin, Celery Root Gratin, Bone Marrow, Dijon Mustard Vinaigrette. Classic trimmings will also be served including: Whipped Yukon Gold Potato Purée, Caramelized Carrots and Brussels Sprouts and Traditional Turkey Stuffing. Completing the evening's exceptional experience will be a dessert cart featuring Chocolate Toffee Pecan Tart; Amaretto Pumpkin Pie with Almond Brittle; Apple Cinnamon Cranberry Pie plus an optional Vanilla Cream, Cranberry Orange Compote and Chocolate Cinnamon Sauce accompaniments.

Thanksgiving dinner at Parallel 37 is priced at $145 per adult. Menu options for children include a Children's Thanksgiving Menu at $95 per child and an â la carte Ritz Kids menu.

Teddy Bear Tea
November 26-27, 2016 - 1 p.m.
December 3-4; 10-11; 17-18, 2016 - 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.
December 19-23, 2016 - 1 p.m.
$120 per adult; $115 per child, inclusive of tax and gratuity.

An annual holiday tradition at the San Francisco family hotel, children are invited to gather for Teddy Bear Tea in the festively decorated Terrace Room. While children enjoy a special tea experience of hot chocolate, teddy bear cut-out cookies and assorted sandwiches, they are entertained and engaged with a lively holiday show starring an entertaining elf, his animated sidekick and a giant Teddy Bear. As a take home gift, each child will receive a teddy bear and a photo with the giant Teddy Bear. $2 per ticket sold will benefit Make-A-Wish® Greater Bay Area. Purchase tickets.