Fairmont Yangcheng Lake Launches Hairy Crab Season at the Home of Hairy Crabs (Chine)
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Fairmont Yangcheng Lake Launches Hairy Crab Season at the Home of Hairy Crabs (Chine)
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Catégorie : Asie Pacifique - Chine
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REAL CRAB IN REAL STYLE
Fairmont Yangcheng Lake celebrates the world-famous seasonal delicacy with a First-Catch, Hairy Crab Pardon, Hairy Crab Feast and Fireworks on the shores of Yangcheng Lake
To celebrate the return of one of China’s best-loved seasonal delicacies, and Fairmont’s place as the premium destination to enjoy authentic Yangcheng Lake Hairy Crabs, Fairmont Yangcheng Lake will host the “2011 First Hairy Crab Catch” ceremony, on September 28th, 2011.
The autumn Hairy Crab season also coincides with the second anniversary of Fairmont Yangcheng Lake, Kunshan’s first international five-star luxury hotel. Conveniently placed between Shanghai and Suzhou, the stunning fan-shaped resort, with 200 acres of parks, activities and its own organic farm, has introduced an idyllic destination of pristine waters and striking natural scenery to business and leisure travelers alike. As the only luxury hotel located right on Yangcheng Lakes tranquil shores, it has also quickly established itself as the destination for local and international gourmands wanting to savour China’s most prized hairy crabs and other excellent fresh water lake specialties.
The delicious Hairy Crab (da zha xie), so known for its hirsute claws, has a short season from mid September to the end of December. Though typically weighing just 180-250 grams, Hairy Crabs are cherished across Asia for their delicate, succulent meat and bright orange roe.
The most prized Hairy Crabs in the world come from the deep, cold waters of Yangcheng Lake. Hairy Crabs served at Fairmont Yangcheng Lake are specially selected to ensure they are the lake’s finest specimens – juicy, tender and weighing at least 250 grams each. They are farmed according to responsible practices to ensure the population remains strong, as part of Fairmont’s ongoing green initiatives in the area.
The second Hairy Crab Season Opening Ceremony and Crab Feast, held on the day when the famous crabs reach maturation, is becoming a popular and annual tradition at Yangcheng Lake. Fairmont will host the “2011 First Hairy Crab Catch” ceremony on the shores of Yangcheng Lake where the “first catch’ will be brought to shore aboard a local fisherman fishing boat. Witnessed by the guests, the very first hairy crabs of Yangcheng Lake are picked up by the chef and be sent to Yi Feng Court at Fairmont Yangcheng Lake, which is Kunshan’s finest Chinese restaurant. Two of the lucky crabs however will be chosen in an official pardoning ceremony and released back into the lake to bring good fortune and a prosperous season for the Hairy Crab fishermen. The grand finale is a crab connoisseur’s feast and cocktails at Yi Feng Court.
For guests wanting to experience Yangcheng Lake’s five-star delights and famous Hairy Crabs for themselves, Fairmont Yangcheng Lake is currently offering an unbeatable ‘Real Crab in Real Style’ package, starting from RMB1,808 per night and available from September until December.
About Fairmont Yangcheng Lake
Fairmont Yangcheng Lake is the first international five-star hotel in Kunshan, an idyllic lake district just one hour from Shanghai and 30 minutes from Suzhou. Shaped like a Chinese fan on the banks of Yangcheng Lake, the hotel features 200 contemporary guestrooms and suites, with top-level amenities and expansive lake views. Four world-class restaurants and lounges include signature Chinese restaurant Yi Feng Court; elegant all-day dining at Essence; scenic Luwei lobby lounge and sophisticated cocktail bar, Curve. Exclusive Fairmont offerings include a Fairmont Gold Floor and decadent Willow Stream Spa, along with 2,200 square metres of indoor and outdoor event space – the largest in Kunshan.
About Fairmont Hotels & Resorts
With over 60 distinctive hotels, including the iconic Fairmont San Francisco and Fairmont Peace Hotel, Shanghai, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is an unrivalled collection of properties located in some of the world’s most coveted destinations. Known for its warm, engaging service and culturally rich experiences, this global hospitality brand features classic hotels that imbue a sense of heritage, sophistication and social importance and are often considered destinations in their own right. Fairmont is also committed to responsible tourism and is an industry leader in sustainable hotel management with its award-winning Green Partnership program. Fairmont is owned by FRHI Holdings Limited, a leading global hotel company with over 95 hotels under the Fairmont, Raffles, and Swissôtel brands. The company also manages Fairmont and Raffles branded residences, estates and luxury private residence club properties.
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