Showing posts with label Crowne Plaza Glen Ellyn. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Crowne Plaza Glen Ellyn. Show all posts

Monday, May 3, 2010

Come to Glen Prairie and enjoy the May Prix Fixe Menu

Indulge in the May Prix Fixe Menu Monday through Friday after 5 p.m. from now until May 31 at Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd. Glen Ellyn; 630-613-1250). The Prix Fixe menu is offered in addition to the regular menu and will not be available on May 9. The Prix Fixe menu is $20 per person and includes the Soup of the Day for starters, followed by Spinach and Wild Mushroom Ravioli with roasted organic baby eggplant and tomato sauce and Pepato cheese. For dessert, enjoy a choice of the Daily Sorbet.

About Glen Prairie

Glen Prairie serves contemporary American cuisine, with a strong emphasis on local Midwest flavors and products. Breakfast is served 6 a.m. until 11 a.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. until 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Lunch hours are 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. daily. Dinner is served 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 p.m. until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The lounge remains open one hour later than the restaurant each day.

For reservations call (630) 613-1250 or visit www.glenprairie.com. Follow them on Twitter at @glenprairie.

Glen Prairie Launches New Spring Menu Today

Welcome the arrival of spring with new menus featuring seasonal ingredients from executive chef Daniel Ovanin, launching Monday, May 3 for lunch and dinner at Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn, Ill; 630-613-1250).

Featured lunch appetizers include Daily Selection of Local Cheeses with crostini and cranberry relish ($9) and Buttermilk Fried, Herb Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms, horseradish sauce and garlic chile sauce ($7). Try a variety of salads including Radicchio and Butter Lettuce Salad, shaved red onion, Stickney Hill Farm goat cheese mousse and truffle balsamic vinaigrette ($7) and Prairie Cobb Salad, Amish chicken, Romaine, Nueske’s Applewood Smoked Bacon, fresh tomatoes, red onion, farm fresh eggs, avocado, Mindoro bleu cheese and champagne-cider vinaigrette ($12).

Entrees include Express Lunch, a choice of ½ sandwich of the day, soup of the day, field greens or Caesar salad (choice of two is $7; choice of three is $9), Farm Fresh BLT, Nueske’s Applewood Smoked Bacon, crisp market greens, fresh tomatoes and toasted challah bread ($8), Miller Farms BBQ Grilled Chicken, housemade bbq sauce, mac ‘n’ locally farmed cheese and market three bean salad ($20).

For dinner, enjoy starters including Pasture Fed Lamb Chops, buckwheat blini and apple and cherry root salad ($11); La Quercia Organic Prosciutto Plate, grilled sourdough, olive tapenade and olive oil ($9); and Becker Lane Organic Pork Sliders, horseradish root coleslaw and housemade bbq sauce ($8). Try new salads like the seasonal Local Farmed Asparagus, prosciutto, wild mushrooms, truffle baslsamic vinaigrette and Pepato cheese ($8).

Dinner entrees include Pan Seared Wild Caught Sea Scallops, sweet pea and Nueske’s Bacon Risotto and organic carrots ($24), Wild Caught Alaskan Halibut, caramelized cauliflower and sautéed organic spinach ($23) and Grilled Dakota Farmed Bison Ribeye, celery root whipped potatoes and grilled asparagus ($34).

For customers with dining restrictions, ask servers about gluten-free menu items. For reservations or more information, call (630) 613-1250 or visit www.glenprairie.com. Follow them on Twitter at @glenprairie.

Friday, February 26, 2010

This Weekend’s Specials at Glen Prairie


Still deciding on dinner plans this weekend? Come in to Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn, Ill. 630-613-1250) after 5 p.m. this weekend for BBQ Glazed Salmon served with Wild Rice Pilaf, Miso BBQ Glaze and Baby Carrots for $21 or try the Butternut Squash Ravioli served with Roasted Tomatoes, Sweet Peas, wild Mushrooms and Truffle Cram Sauce for $18. Specials available Friday, Feb. 26 and Saturday, Feb. 27.

To make a reservation or for more information visit www.glenprairie.com or call (630) 613-1250. Follow Glen Prairie on Twitter @glenprairie.

Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Upcoming Specials at Glen Prairie


Lent Fridays Fish Fry
Bring the whole family together for a meal every Friday after 5 p.m. during Lent at Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn, Ill. 630-613-1250). Chef Daniel Ovanin offers a “Lent Fridays Fish Fry,” Beer Battered Cod served with sides of rustic fries, creamy coleslaw, tartar sauce and malt vinegar is available for $15.

St. Patty’s Day Specials
What are you doing this St. Patrick’s Day? Come into Glen Prairie after 5 p.m. Wednesday, March 17 for great Irish specials! Braised Corn Beef Brisket served with Irish whiskey and mustard glaze, red cabbage, and buttery parsley potatoes is available for $18. Don’t forget to save room for dessert; Irish Cream Crème Brûlée is available for $6.

To make a reservation or for more information visit www.glenprairie.com or call (630) 613-1250. Follow Glen Prairie on Twitter @glenprairie.

*Photos: Getty Images

Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Spend Valentine's Day Weekend in Glen Ellyn with Your Soul Mate





Spend a romantic Valentine's Day at Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn; 630-613-1250). The restaurant offers a three course prix fixe menu after 5 p.m. Feb. 12, 13 and 14. Appetizer choices include You Got Me All Wrapped Up, asparagus spears and shaved Prosciutto, wild mushrooms, Pepato cheese and truffle balsamic vinaigrette, or Cuddle With Me Soup, potato leek.

Second course choices are My “Sole” Mate, seared Dover sole, julienne vegetables, Hen of the Woods mushrooms, sun-dried tomato herb butter and whipped potatoes, or Not Just a Tease “Strip” Steak, Dietzler Farms New York strip steak, baked Yukon Gold potato, buttermilk fried onions and creamed organic spinach. Dessert includes It’s Orgasmic, flourless chocolate cake and vanilla bean gelato, or Apple of Your Eye, Granny Smith apple pie and cinnamon gelato.

The meal is $36 per person, and available after 5 p.m. in addition to Glen Prairie's regular menu.
Make it a weekend event with the adjacent Crowne Plaza Glen Ellyn’s Valentine’s Day package, a one-night stay with deluxe accommodations and dinner for two at Glen Prairie, for just $150. Check-in must be Feb. 12, 13 or 14, guests must be 21 or older, and the price excludes taxes and gratuities. Book the package by calling Glen Prairie at (630) 613-1250.

Photo: Getty Images

Friday, October 9, 2009

Farm-Fresh Weekend Specials at Glen Prairie

Head to Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn, Ill.) this weekend for specials featuring fresh produce and products from Leaning Shed Farms in Berrien Springs, Mich.; Graue Mill in Oak Brook, Ill. and Dietzler Farms in Elkhorn, Wis. These specials are offered after 5 p.m. this weekend only, Oct. 9 and 10, in addition to the regular Glen Prairie menu.

Start off with an appetizer, Trio of Dietzler Farms Sliders, one bacon with Laack Brothers two year aged cheddar, a caramelized onion with Mindoro Blue Cheese and a roasted pepper with Stickney Hill Goat Cheese ($9). The entree specials consist of either Pan Seared Sea Scallops, Graue Mill Polenta Cake, melted leeks, sauteed green beans and roasted red pepper coulis ($24); or Iowa Farmed Espresso Braised Beef Short Rib, whipped sweet potatoes, caramelized Brussels sprouts and natural jus ($21).

Make a reservation for this weekend at Glen Prairie by calling (630) 613-1250 or visit http://www.glenprairie.com/ for more information.

Crowne Plaza Glen Ellyn Receives 2009 Green Initiative Award

The DuPage Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) awarded the Crowne Plaza Glen Ellyn-Lombard (1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn; 630-629-6000) the 2009 Green Initiative Award, accepted by the hotel at the DuPage CVB's 20th Anniversary Annual Meeting & Luncheon at noon Friday, October 2 the Eaglewood Resort & Spa in Itasca, Ill. The bureau recognized the hotel's environmental commitment, including sustainable programs like guest recycling, insulated low-E glass windows and energy-reducing boilers. The committee also acknowledged the hotel's adjacent restaurant, Glen Prairie, serving locally-sourced, seasonable fare from local farmer's markets.

At the event, DuPage CVB's executive director, Skip Strittmatter, presented the award at the luncheon in front of an audience of 275 people, all members, partners and supporters of the bureau. The Crowne Plaza's general manager, Kim Wicker, and director of sales Diana Dowdy accepted the award on behalf of the hotel.

"We are honored and delighted to accept this award from the Dupage Convention and Visitors Bureau," said Wicker. "The Crowne Plaza Glen Ellyn-Lombard has strived to offer a 'green' alternative to our guests, and we are grateful to accept this award for our efforts."

The Crowne Plaza Glen Ellyn-Lombard opened in August 2008 as the first "green" Crowne Plaza in the Chicago area. The hotel's linen reuse program, use of regional vendors, hybrid transportation, CFL light bulbs and more, make it an environmentally conscious property. Daniel Ovanin, executive chef of Glen Prairie, makes three visits weekly to local farmer's markets to source the freshest ingredients for the restaurant. The restaurant also promotes sustainability and "green" living by using recycled paper for its menus and employing only 100% compostable and biodegradable materials for its take-out supplies. This is the first award from the DuPage CVB for the hotel.

The property, located at 1250 Roosevelt Road, Glen Ellyn, Ill., is owned by Glen Ellyn Hospitality, LLC, and managed by F & F Realty. For more information or to book a reservation, please call (630) 629-6000 or visit www.cpglenellyn.com.

Thursday, October 1, 2009

Host Your Next Event at These Venues

With the holiday parties right around the corner, the Crowne Plaza Glen Ellyn-Lombard (1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn), is offering a 10 percent discount when it is booked before October 31, 2009. The environmentally-conscious Crowne Plaza is an incredibly beautiful, "green" event venue with two sizeable ballrooms. Celebrations can continue throughout the weekend with the special holiday event guest room rate of only $79. For more information, call (630) 629-6000 or visit http://www.cpglenellyn.com/.

Looking for a lively venue in Arlington Heights or Westmont? Head to Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen (798 W. Algonquin Rd., Arlington Heights; 921 Pasquinelli Dr., Westmont), which serves fresh seafood daily and has unique private event space for both large and small gatherings.

Pappadeaux in Westmont offers the Bayou Room for parties of up to 50; the intimate Wine Room seats 12; and the lively Cabernet Room features space for 20. In Arlington Heights, Pappadeaux's themed rooms include The Deluxe Salon, which accommodates 110 and has a private bar; the Mezzanine for parties of up to 90 people; the intimate Port and Starboard Salons, with a capacity of 35; the large Promenade can host 90; and the Sportsman’s Lounge features space for 40, as well as a fully-stocked bar.

For more information or to book your holiday party, contact Lindsay Uyeda in Westmont at (630) 455-9846, or contact Pam Basilicata in Arlington Heights at (847) 228-9551. Visit http://www.pappadeaux.com/ for details.

Three Courses for Just $20 and New Menus at Glen Prairie

October Prix Fixe Menu
Glen Prairie’s October prix fixe menu celebrates locally sourced food with a three-course meal offered after 5 p.m. daily for the entire month for just $20.

The meal begins with the appetizer, Farmers Salad, baby greens, green onions, fresh tomatoes, cucumber, shaved winter vegetables and Champagne-cider vinaigrette. Enjoy one of two entrée options, either the Grilled Center Cut Pork Chop, roasted beet risotto, baby carrots and natural jus, or Miller Farms Herb Marinated Roasted Half Chicken, caramelized Brussels sprouts and Minnesota wild rice. For dessert, refresh with a Choice of Daily Sorbets.

New Fall Menu
Glen Prairie unveils a fall menu highlighting natural and locally grown seasonal fare. New items on the menu include appetizers, entrées and desserts, many also offered Glen Prairie’s extensive gluten free menu. The menu now includes a Soup of the Day ($5); Organic Spinach and Artichoke Dip served with pita chips and peppato cheese ($8); and Trio of Dietzler Farms Sliders, including a bacon and cheddar slider, a caramelized onion and blue cheese slider and a roasted pepper and goat cheese slider ($9) for appetizers. New salads include the Glen Prairie Panzanella Salad, bacon fried sourdough, today’s tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, crispy prosciutto, baby greens and balsamic glaze ($8) and an Heirloom Beet Salad with baby greens, goat cheese, balsamic truffle vinaigrette and toasted pine nuts ($7).

New entrées feature Pan Seared Sea Scallops, Graue Mill Polenta Cake, melted leeks and sautéed green beans and roasted red pepper coulis ($24); Iowa Farmed Espresso Braised Beef Short Rib, whipped sweet potatoes, caramelized Brussels sprouts and natural jus ($21); Baked Ziti, spaghetti squash, roasted tomatoes, peppato cheese, toasted pine nuts and garlic prosciutto toast ($16); Miller Farms Chicken Pot Pie, winter vegetables, natural chicken gravy and Parmesan sablé crust ($19); Grilled Pork Tenderloin, caramelized fig and port sauce, Minnesota Wild Rice and baby carrots ($21); Graue Mill Seared Polenta Cake, wild mushrooms, melted leeks, winter vegetables, and roasted red pepper coulis ($15); or Maple Leaf Farms Duck Leg Confit with white bean cassoulet, Nueske’s Smoked Sausage and maple gastrique ($22).

Glen Prairie also has new dessert options which are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. New desserts include Vanilla Bean Crème Brulee, crisp sugar crust and berries (regular $6/mini $2); and Heavenly Brownie Sundae, house made chocolate brownie, vanilla bean gelato, chocolate sauce and Cocoa Nibs (regular $6/mini $2).

Gluten Free Menu
Glen Prairie also serves a wide variety of gluten free options for those with dietary restrictions. Dishes on the gluten free menu are all very similar to what is offered on the regular menu offering starters like the Miller Farms Sage Grilled Chicken Wings, garlic and sweet Chile aioli with organic celery has been added to the gluten free menu ($7). Entrées on the gluten free menu include Miller Farms Herb Marinated Roasted Half Chicken, caramelized Brussels sprouts and whipped potatoes ($20); and Iowa Farmed Filet Mignon, herb whipped potatoes, green beans and natural jus ($32). These are a small sample of the gluten free menu, which is available upon request.

Glen Prairie serves contemporary American cuisine, with a strong emphasis on local Midwest flavors and products. For more details, contact the restaurant at (630) 613-1250 or http://www.glenprairie.com/.

Friday, April 17, 2009

Weekend Specials at Glen Prairie

Find dining deals this weekend at one of Chicago Magazine's Best New Restaurants, Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn; 630-613-1250). Chef Daniel Ovanin offers two special dishes in addition to the local food-focused resto's regular menu April 17, 18 and 19.

Try Dakota Farmed Bison Strip Steak, roasted red pepper potato puree, grilled ratatouille and truffle herb butter ($28); or try Seared Great Lakes Striped Bass, Minnesota wild rice, roasted tomato and black olive tapenade ($22).

Wine pairing specials are also available all weekend long. For reservations and more information, call (630) 613-1250 or visit http://www.glenprairie.com/.

Don't forget to celebrate Earth Day at Glen Prairie. The management and staff at Glen Prairie are committed to demonstrating sustainable living through energy and resource conservation. That's why on Earth Day (April 22), the restaurant will turn off or dim any non-essential lighting, set the cooling system temperature in publica areas at 72 degrees and make additional efforts wherever possible with staff to create awareness of sustainability.

For more information about Earth Day, visit http://www.earthday.net/.

Friday, April 10, 2009

Three Courses for $20 at Glen Prairie this Weekend

Join Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn; 630-613-1250) this weekend for three course dinners that save you money, and support local farmers and ranchers. This special menu is offered April 10-12 in addition to the restaurant's regular seasonal menu, and is available after 5 p.m. only.

For starters, choose between Prairie House Salad, fresh tomatoes, cucumbers and cider vinaigrette, or Soup of the Day, chef Daniel Ovanin's daily made-from-scratch soup. Entree selections include Miller Farms Seared Chicken, whipped potatoes, carrots, green beans and natural jus; Simply Grilled Atlantic Salmon, sweet corn polenta and roasted cherry tomato salad; or Signature Meatloaf, roasted root vegetables, whipped potatoes and Crimini mushroom gravy. Indulge the sweet tooth with Choice of Daily Sorbets, served with fresh berries.

At just $20 per person, this is a dining deal not be missed. For reservations or more information, call (630) 613-1250 or visit http://www.glenprairie.com/.

Tuesday, April 7, 2009

Tax Day Relief at Glen Prairie

Looking for relief? After turning in taxes April 15, head to environmentally-conscious Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn; 630-613-1250) for the restaurant's Tax Day Specials, offered only April 15.

Try the 1040-EZ, a juicy Dietzler Farms 1/2 lb. burger with a bottle of domestic beer for only $10.40, or choose a Tax Day App, any appetizer off the regular menu for only $4.15.

For more information or to make reservations, call the (630) 613-1250 or visit http://www.glenprairie.com/.

Friday, April 3, 2009

Three Weekend Specials at Glen Prairie

Head to Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn; 630-613-1250) for three weekend specials, offered in addition to the environmentally-conscious restaurant's regular menu, April 3 through 5.

Try Pan Seared Pheasant, roasted beet risotto and baby carrots ($25); Grilled Atlantic Salmon, fork smashed fingerling potatoes, lemon-dill sauce and organic spinache ($22); or Roasted Alaskan Halibut, grilled southern Illinois ramps, haricot verts and fire roasted red pepper vinaigrette.
Wine pairing specials are also availabled. Make a reservation by calling (630) 613-1250 or visiting http://www.glenprairie.com/.

Friday, March 27, 2009

Local, Organic Dining Deals at Glen Prairie

This weekend only, join Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn; 630-613-1250) for Executive Chef Daniel Ovanin's weekend specials, offered in addition to the regular menu. Available Friday, March 27 through Sunday, March 29, these three dishes feature the freshest locally farmed and organic ingredients.

Specials include: Venison Tenderloin Carpaccio (from Iowa's Freedom Farm), brown butter-root vegetable puree, organic baby carrots, tomato and grape Port sauce, fried capers and smoked sea salt ($12); Poached Great Lakes Striped Bass, garden vegetable consomme, citrus and shaved fennel salad, and fresh herbs ($22); and Spiced Grilled Missouri Catfish, roasted potatoes and sweet peas, grilled tomatoes and remoulade ($18).

Wine pairings are also available. For reservations, called (630) 613-1250 or visit http://www.glenprairie.com/. Don't miss these weekend dining deals!

Wednesday, March 4, 2009

Glen Prairie in Glen Ellyn - Weekend Specials

We just got wind of specials being offered at the new Glen Prairie restaurant (1250 Roosevelt Rd., 630-613-1250) in Glen Ellyn this weekend, March 6, 7 and 8. If you've had the chance to visit Glen Prairie since its opening a few months ago, you'll know that Chef Daniel Ovanin works hard at showcasing local flavors, featuring artisan foods from area farms and suppliers. Glen Prairie is pleased to announce that joining Chef Ovanin in the kitchen is sous chef Byron Kuhn, formerly of Nomi! You can also see Chef Ovanin at the Garden Gourmet Stage at the Chicago Flower & Garden Show at Navy Pier, Tuesday, March 10 at 11:30 a.m.

Glen Prairie's is busy working on their upcoming Spring menu. In the meantime, this weekend specials include:

Thyme and Meyer Lemon Roasted Wisconsin Trout, Garlic Wilted Organic Spinach, Confit Fingerling Potatoes - $18.00

Pan Roasted Northern Lake Sturgeon, Wild Mushrooms, Dried Apricots and Hazelnuts - $22.00

Maple Leaf Farms Duck Breast, White Bean Cassoulet, Organic Sage, Maple Gastrique - $20.00


Monday, January 19, 2009

Glen Prairie Hosts Wine Pairing Dinner January 29

To kick off 2009, Glen Prairie Local Flavor Fine Food & Drink (1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn; 630-613-1250) will host a wine dinner at 6 p.m. Thursday, January 29 featuring the green-farmed wines of J. Lohr Vineyards, and highlighting Midwestern cuisine. J. Lohr Vineyards representative, Steve Kosirog, joins Glen Prairie Executive Chef Daniel Ovanin for this four-course wine and food-pairing event. The dinner is $52 per person and reservations are required.

Not only will guests savor the four-course meal, paired with selections from J. Lohr Vineyards, but will also have the opportunity to learn about winemaking. Kosirog will teach guests about winemaking activities such as the use of a Stelvin cap and what it means to the wine industry, and the differences between Shiraz and Syrah, among others.

The four-course meal features local farm-sourced, sustainable treats. The first course includes Poached Pear Salad, Mindoro Blue Cheese, spiced walnuts, red onions and citrus vinaigrette, paired with J. Lohr Late Harvest Riesling (2006). The second course, enjoy Sage Marinated Seared Amish Chicken, gnocchi with applewood bacon confit and porcini mushroom broth, paired with J. Lohr October Night Chardonnay (2006).

Cleanse the palate with an Intermezzo, then savor course three: Seared Colorado Baby Lamb Chops, caramelized onion, potato latke and port glaze, paired with J. Lohr South Ridge Syrah (2006). For the final course, indulge in Flourless Dark Chocolate Mini Cake, with cinnamon cream, paired with J. Lohr Hilltop Cabernet (2005).

Reservations are required for this event. To reserve a spot, call Glen Prairie at (630) 613-1250 or visit http://www.glenprairie.com/.

Thursday, October 30, 2008

Crowne Plaza Glen Ellyn: The New Emerald City

Tell Dorothy that the next time she gets swept up for OZ, she should first check in at The Crowne Plaza Glen Ellyn - Lombard, a brand new, gorgeously renovated "green" hotel. Located in the heart of Chicago's lovely Western Suburbs, The Crowne Plaza Hotel Glen Ellyn-Lombard is a chic and modern hotel, offering guests the latest in room technology, comfort and hospitality. The Crowne Plaza Glen Ellyn has also made many efforts to be a "green" hotel, with environmentally conscious construction and insulated low-E glass windows, hybrid guest transportation, high efficiency plumbing fixtures, and sun shade and sun screens.

On Tuesday October 28 the Crowne Plaza Hotel Glen Ellyn - Lombard hosted a fantastic event celebrating the grand opening of the hotel and restaurant, Glen Prairie. Hundreds of guests arrived just as the sun was setting to witness the celebratorial cutting of the green ribbon by Vicky Hase, Glen Ellyn Village President; David Friedman, president of F & F Realty; and Bill Mueller, Village President of the Village of Lombard.

Guests dined on appetizers prepared by Glen Prairie Executive Chef Ovanin, Dine Executive Chef Chris Turano, Karma Chef Robert Packer, and Birch River Grill Chef John Ayaleanos, and sipped specially prepared cocktails, including the Glen Prairie Cooler and a Green Martini.

A tour around the hotel began with a map, inspired by the film, The Wizard of Oz. Guests wandered throughout the 119 room hotel, stopping in to see the fantastic technology and space available in Meeting rooms, and viewing the ceder-planked arched ceiling enclosing the once-outside, now-indoors pool (you can still smell the cedar). Guests arrived at the Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired Glen Prairie restaurant, a gorgeous spot serving up comfort food with upscale twists (think: Bison Ribeye, Meatloaf with Crimini Mushroom Gravy, and Chervil Crusted Wisconsin Northern Pike served with Mac 'n' Cheese) with a focus on local family farm food sources. Many of the items on the menu actually list the name of the farm from which it came - perhaps to know where to send that thank-you once you finish your amazing meal.



The evening ended with a jaw-dropping entrance; guests passed a wall of flat screen TVs playing The Wizard of Oz and entered the "Emerald City". Crowne Plaza Glen Ellyn-Lombard's ballroom had been decorated with green crystal centerpieces, glowing green bar tables, an ice scupture carved to look like the Emerald City, and a curving, white table dotted with bite-sized versions of Glen Prairie's dishes. A mist rolled across the floor as music played and scenes from the Wizard of Oz were projected on huge orbs. It was a sight to see and a hotel to celebrate!


Crowne Plaza Glen Ellyn Grand Opening Photos


(all photos by Cindy Kurman - to download or view separately, please visit Kurman Communications MyCapture page)

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

A Green Grand Opening

The first "green" Crowne Plaza hotel opens its doors today. The grand opening celebration of the Crowne Plaza Glen Ellyn-Lombard (1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn; 630-629-6000) begins today at 4:30 p.m. Guests will celebrate the hotel's commitment to environmental sustainability, including the hotel's recycling program, insulated low-E glass windows, CFL light bulbs, energy-reducing multistage boilers, use of regional vendors, hybrid guest transportation, and much more.

Guests will enjoy chances to win tickets to "Wicked" in Chicago, overnight packages at the Crowne Plaza and complimentary dining at the Crowne Plaza's adjacent restaurant, Glen Prairie. City officials from Lombard and Glen Ellyn will lead the ribbon-cutting ceremony at 5:15 p.m.

This unique, gorgeous hotel is a bright addition to Glen Ellyn and the landscape of the western suburbs. For more information on the Crowne Plaza Glen Ellyn, please visit: http://http//www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/cp/1/en/hotel/chige;jsessionid=UX5ZFNMAKWKCCCTGWAJCIIQKM0YBUIY4?_requestid=1366681.

Friday, October 10, 2008

Crowne Plaza Green Ellyn's Grand Opening


Celebrate the opening of Glen Ellyn's newest hotel, the Crowne Plaza Glen Ellyn, an environmentally conscious hotel as green as the Emerald City. The hotel has a total commitment to the integrity and sustainability of our environment, including the hotel's recycling program, insulated low-E glass windows throughout the building, the use of CFL lightbulbs, the linen reuse program, and the use of hybrid guest transportation, among many other environmentally-conscious programs.



Celebrate the hotel's grand opening on Tuesday, October 28 at 4:30 p.m. Learn about and celebrate the hotel's green construction efforts while indulging in scrumptious drinks and hors d'oeuvres.


The party will continue with chances to win tickets to the smash hit musical "Wicked" (featuring the green-skinned Wicked Witch of the West), as well as overnight packages at the Crowne Plaza Glen Ellyn.


For media looking to cover the event, contact us here at the Kurman office by calling (312) 651-9000 or e-mail kurmanstaff@kurman.com. The Crowne Plaza Glen Ellyn is located at 1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn, Ill. Call (630) 629-6000 or visit www.crowneplaza.com/chi-glenellyn for more information.