Celebrate Spring Traditions and Indulge in the Season’s Bounty at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago

This spring, Four Seasons Hotel Chicago is in full bloom with experiences and activations curated to re-energize families, couples and explorers. Nestled above the iconic Magnificent Mile shopping district, the newly redesigned Hotel celebrates a true spring awakening as only the city of Chicago can, bidding farewell to the chilly winter weather and ushering in the transitional months of spring that begin the unique re-emergence of the urban hub’s bustling energy.

“From the multi-coloured tulip-filled Magnificent Mile to the splendid thawing of our magnificent Lake Michigan, springtime in Chicago marks a resurgence like no other. The new season brings a vibrant sense of reawakening to Chicagoans and visitors alike,” says Stephen Wancha, General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago. “Our team has planned thoughtful guest experiences that celebrate this transformational time and provide a fresh perspective on the season’s traditions while creating meaningful moments for guests.”

From April 15, 2022, Four Season Hotel Chicago invites guests to step into spring with onsite and citywide experiences. The Hotel’s reconceptualised public spaces, illuminated by sleek hues of white marble with slate accents and gold embellishments, will transform into a tranquil indoor oasis hosting lively guest programs such as Botanical High Tea, children’s floral crafts and refreshing cocktail experiences on select afternoons and evenings. For those looking to explore the city’s crisp spring weather and seasonal excursions, the Concierge team has custom recommendations tailored for each guest including complimentary bike rentals exclusive for Hotel patrons.

Spring Has Sprung in the Social Lounge

On select weekends from April 15, 2022, guests will delight in a seasonal High Tea featuring spring flavours and floral finesse crafted by Executive Pastry Chef Juan Gutierrez and Executive Chef Tristan Baker. Among savoury selections, Chef Baker presents a new twist on PB & J: pear, brie and jamon alongside a refreshing Piquillo Pepper Roulade with cream cheese, pepper relish and amaranth. Displaying his “Best-In-Class” Netflix School of Chocolate skills, Chef Gutierrez’s Malted Chocolate Bombe is not to be missed, while his Strawberry Delight is a true celebration of spring’s bounty, highlighting the fruit in three ways sitting atop a vanilla sable. Steeped in the art of the draw, tea service boasts more than twenty-five of the finest varietals from Chicago-based tea aficionados Rare Tea Cellar.

For guests ready to revel in a spirited seasonal reawakening, the Social Lounge transforms once again, enlivening evening weekend plans with an unexpected cocktail experience in partnership with Ketel One. Through May 28, 2022, guests can sip on fresh floral-infused libations starring Ketel One Botanical and featured light fare from Chef Jonathon Sawyer including Antonius Caviar service. From dry-ice spritzes to rosebud ice cube creations, the six-week effervescent experience transports guests to a spring sanctuary just above the iconic Michigan Avenue hub.

Pop-Up Pastry Boutique from Executive Pastry Chef Juan Gutierrez

Off the heels of his Netflix confectionary competition win, Pastry Chef and Chocolatier Juan Gutierrez launches a bonbon collection and pop-up boutique just in time for Easter and Mother’s Day. After taking home top marks and being named “Best in Class” on Netflix's School of Chocolate, Gutierrez will unveil his brand-new collection of handmade chocolate bonbons and select pastries this month. Taking inspiration from his Colombian roots with flavours such as the malted milk featured in his Milo bonbon reminiscent of one of his favourite drinks as a child, Chef Juan’s other mouth-watering flavours include Café Con Leche, Passionfruit Cheesecake, Pistachio and Peanut Butter and Jelly.

Tucked into the chic lobby on the seventh floor of the Hotel, the exclusive boutique opens its doors on Friday, April 15, 2022 with pre-orders available from Friday, April 8 at 10:00 am. The seasonal Pop-Up Pastry Boutique will be open 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Saturdays and Sundays, showcasing a stunning array of chocolate bonbons along with other handmade candies, caramels, pastries and baked goods.

A Refreshed Easter Holiday Experience

While the Hotel’s newly redesigned suites and public spaces beckon guests to relax and unwind in the comfort of time spent with loved ones, families are invited to scoop up their baskets from Concierge and hop into Easter festivities with an interactive Easter Egg Hunt from 9:00 am on the seventh floor. The completely renovated restaurant and lake-facing junior ballroom are brimming with Easter merriment, live musical performances and culinary creativity where guests will discover new flavours and seasonal fancies at the Japanese-inspired Cherry Blossom Easter Brunch. Celebrating the holiday with a lush springtime brunch spread featuring the bright and refreshing cuisine of Japan, the Hotel’s culinary team will showcase multiple options at chef-led stations. Enjoy fresh sushi and handrolls prepared to order at the Japanese station and finish with cherry cotton candy and mochi ice cream at the Dessert Garden table. Children will be greeted with balloon and craft activity stations and gifted with to-go hand-crafted chocolate and lucky charms rocher from Netflix Chocolatier and Executive Pastry Chef Juan Gutierrez.

Bouquets of Fairytale Fun and Florals for Mother’s Day

Cherish moments spent together while creating new memories at the Mad Hatter Mother's Day Brunch, where mothers are greeted with fresh-cut floral arrangements of their choice. Packed with whimsy, brunch features a topsy turvy afternoon tea table filled with delectable tea sandwiches fit for a Queen (of Hearts). From traditional English breakfast and afternoon tea specialties to a classic Sunday roast, this brilliantly British-inspired spread has something for the whole family. To round out the storybook specialties, Executive Pastry Chef Juan Gutierrez presents his treats from his Netflix show, School of Chocolate. "The Moon" dessert crafted with love from childhood memories of his mother will be available for pre-order or brunch add-on. With rose raspberry petit gateaux, the dessert is complete with ladybug bonbons, opera cake, berry terrine, pistachio cake, and vanilla sponge. Mother’s Day brunch will be available from 10:00 am to 2:30 pm on Sunday, May 8, 2022.

Music, Food and Drink Flourish in Adorn

Celebrating its first spring season, Adorn Bar & Restaurant has introduced expanded savoury, sweet, and cocktail menus. Since Adorn’s opening, James Beard Award-winning Chef Jonathon Sawyer, Netflix Chocolatier Juan Gutierrez, and Diageo Top 15 US Bartender honouree Mixologist Slava Borisov have established themselves as the ultimate chef-driven New American restaurant delivering vibrant dining in Chicago‘s Gold Coast neighbourhood.

Adorn’s Live in the Lounge residency continues to flourish with additional performances featuring recognised musicians and DJs with local and international influences. Every Thursday through Sunday, guests can enjoy a roster of varied musical style, from South American guitarists and veterans of the Chicago jazz scene to DJs who spin house, funk, and disco. Taken together, these artists produce a soundtrack that celebrates both the restaurant and city’s eclectic energy that echoes the restaurant’s global vision.

Recharge and Reenergize with FS Spa Sound Meditation Series

Unwind and move into the new season renewed and refreshed with the Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago. In collaboration with Jay Taylor, crystal bowl facilitator and founder of Current Vibrations, the Spa has developed a monthly restorative-health program implementing the transformative benefits of sound meditation with unique wellness practices including yoga, breathwork, acupuncture, and expressive movement. Join us Sunday, April 24, and May 22, 2022, for the monthly sound mediation collaborations with local wellness experts. Each 90-minute session will infuse the restoring power of sound with a harmonizing program of self-care. Tickets are USD 54 and booking information can be found here.

Spring Offers

Whether travelling with family, seeking a romantic getaway or a local staycation, Four Seasons Hotel Chicago offers many special packages that are advantageous to all. Make the most of a Suite Getaway in one of the Hotel’s newly designed suites and enjoy ten percent savings and a nightly USD 100 Hotel credit. Plus, those staying close to home can enjoy the Local Getaway Package. 

Experience iconic luxury reimagined at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago. To make reservations now, call 1 312 280 8800 or book online.

Discover the full list of spring menus and experiences at here.