With Full Hearts and Full Tables, Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis Brings People Together This Holiday Season

At Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis, bringing people together is what we do; with full hearts and full tables is how we do it! In celebration of the harvest and holiday seasons, Mara, Nordic Village and Socca Café invite Hotel guests, residents and community members to enjoy events and offerings from Halloween to New Year’s Day. To be among the first to receive festive invitations and information, join Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis on Instagram and Facebook and subscribe to the Hotel’s monthly newsletter.

“When we first started hosting these events a couple of years ago, it was to give families a new way to gather during the holidays while also taking the stress of cooking and cleanup out of the picture,” says Chef Gavin Kaysen. “Now, we're starting to build a real tradition. We're seeing familiar faces coming back through the doors to celebrate each year. It's a special combination of genuine hospitality, community, and a welcoming spirit that is difficult to replicate and uniquely part of the experience at Mara.”

Adds Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis General Manager and former Sous Chef Florian Riedel, “Beyond heartfelt conversations with our guests, another way we connect is through food made with love. During the season of gathering and giving, we also invite you to join us in Nordic Village: the elevated offerings in our third season make this a culinary experience to remember.”

Summary of What’s New

Mara Restaurant and Bar:

• Two brunches with Santa
• Champagne and Caviar cart
• Christmas Day buffet
• New Year’s Eve party

Nordic Village:

• The Lodge – a cosy cocktail lounge with seating for up to 24
• Menus evolve monthly
  
• Optional wine pairings
• Gifts for purchase

Socca Café:

• Cake menu refresh
• Hanukkah cookies

A Warm Welcome

Committed to approachability and inclusion, Mara Restaurant and Bar, Nordic Village and Socca Café are all ADA accessible. Daily valet parking service is complimentary until 5:00 pm and available for USD 10 per vehicle until close. Additionally, chefs will accommodate dietary restrictions and provide complimentary menu options for children under five who are dining with a Hotel guest.

Private Dining and Holiday Events

Those planning special occasions and corporate gatherings are invited to contact the Private Dining Team at privatedining.minneapolis@fourseasons.com for more information. All who book a private dining event in Mistral, Marin or Nordic Village in November or December 2024 will be gifted a complimentary welcome glass of bubbles for everyone in their group. Full buyouts of Mara Bar, Mara Restaurant and Nordic Village are also available. More details.

Thanksgiving To-Go

For friends and families gathering at home, Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis offers Thanksgiving To-Go. Orders placed by Friday, November 22, 2024, will be ready for pick up on Thursday, November 28, 2024, between 8:00 am and 2:00 pm. This offering includes Butternut Squash Soup with maple and sage, Baby Kale Salad, Oven Roasted Turkey, Gravy and Cranberry Sauce, Roasted Yams with rosemary, brown butter and honey, Sourdough Stuffing with bacon and roasted apple, Mashed Yukon Gold Potatoes, Roasted Brussels Sprouts and two pies: Dutch Apple and Pecan.

• USD 370 serves four to six I USD 480 serves six to eight I USD 590 serves eight to 12. Available on Tock, to-go orders include an offer to return to Mara for Sunday Brunch with a complimentary round of Mimosas for the table.

Mara

New this holiday season, Mara will host two brunches with Santa, a Christmas Day buffet and a New Year’s Eve party. Additionally, diners will have their choice from a Champagne and Caviar cart December 16 through December 31, 2024. More on new events and offerings and those back by popular demand:

Halloween Brunch I Sunday, October 27, 2024 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm I Brunch highlights: Pumpkin Pancakes, Matcha Waffles, Devilled Eggs and desserts with a spooky twist.

• USD 65 for adults – with the option to add Witches Brew (NA version available too) I USD 35 for children 12 and under. Reservations available on Tock.

Thanksgiving Buffet I Thursday, November 28, 2024 from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm I Featuring Mara’s take on the classic Thanksgiving meal, buffet highlights include: Oven Roasted Turkey, Cornbread Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, seasonal pies, fall-inspired sweets and an Apple Cider station.

• USD 145 for adults I USD 45 for children 12 and under. Reservations available on Tock.

Brunch with Santa I Sunday, December 1 and 8, 2024 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm I Brunch highlights: Live Carving Station, Egg Specials and a dessert display with Bûche de Noël, Gingerbread Cookies and a Chocolate Fountain.

• USD 95 for adults I USD 45 for children 12 and under – includes a cookie decorating gift to-go. Reservations available on Tock.

Christmas Eve Diner’s Choice I Tuesday, December 24, 2024 with breakfast available from 7:00 to 10:30 am, lunch from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm and dinner from 5:00 to 9:30 pm I A la carte menu with beverage specials, including Eggnog and dairy-free cocktails.

• À la carte pricing. Reservations available on Tock starting November 1, 2024 at 12:00 noon.

Christmas Day Buffet I Wednesday, December 25, 2024 from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm I Buffet highlights: Live Carving Station, Egg Specials, Christmas-themed dessert display and a Hot Chocolate station.

• USD 145 for adults I USD 45 for children 12 and under. Reservations available on Tock.

New Year’s Eve Tasting Menu I Tuesday, December 31, 2024 with seatings from 5:00 to 9:30 pm I A surprise four-course tasting menu served throughout the dining room for one night only.

• USD 195 for adults – with the option to add wine pairings. Reservations available on Tock starting November 1, 2024 at 12:00 noon.

New Year’s Eve Party I Tuesday, December 31, 2024 from 10:00 pm to 1:00 am I Mara Bar takes over the lobby of Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis with a Champagne Bar and BELLOSOUND DJ. Attendees enjoy a Midnight Toast compliments of Moët Hennessy.

• Open to the public. No reservations needed.

New Year’s Day Extended Breakfast I Wednesday, January 1, 2025 from 7:00 am to 2:00 pm I Breakfast highlights: Mimosa and Bloody Mary Cart and brunch specials.

• À la carte pricing. Reservations available on Tock starting November 1, 2024 at 12:00 noon.

Nordic Village

A Minnesota cabin dining experience in the middle of the city, Nordic Village is comprised of five cabins seating up to four guests, three cabins seating up to eight guests and – new this season – The Lodge with seating for up to 24 guests. In other firsts for Nordic Village, guests will discover evolving menus, optional wine pairings and gifts for purchase. Details on these new offerings and returning events are as follows:

Launch Party and Open House I Saturday, November 2, 2024, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm I Back by popular demand, guests and community members are welcome to tour Nordic Village, shop local vendors and visit The Spa and Cedar and Stone Nordic Sauna Terrace. This event, which includes a welcome drink from Moët Hennessy and small bites from the new Nordic Village menu, is complimentary and open to the public. No reservations needed. Those who attend are also invited to take advantage of these special offers:

• Valet parking service – USD 10 for party attendees or complimentary for those who stay and dine.
• A special prix fixe menu – USD 32 available at Mara Restaurant and Bar until 2:00 pm.
• Reservations assistance – a member of the Nordic Village team will be available to take reservations through New Year’s Eve 2024.
• Complimentary bubbles – Events booked in Nordic Village or Mara’s private dining rooms for November or December 2024 will include a complimentary glass for all attendees.

Winter Markets I Saturdays and Sundays from November 2 through December 22, 2024* from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm I Nordic Village apparel and accessories from Hotel collaborators such as Faribault Mill will be available.

• Access to these markets, as well as valet parking, is complimentary and open to the public. *Winter Markets are weather dependent; any schedule updates will be shared on Instagram.

Thanksgiving I Thursday, November 23, 2024 from 12:00 noon to 6:30 pm I Menu highlights: Oven Roasted Turkey, Sourdough Stuffing, Dutch Apple and Pecan Pies.

• USD 195 per adult – with the option to add wine pairings | USD 80 for children 12 and under. Reservations available on Tock.

Christmas Eve I Tuesday, December 24, 2024 with seatings from 5:00 to 8:30 pm I While Nordic Village is closed on Tuesdays, cabins will open in honour of the holiday. The Nordic-inspired menu will be announced November 1, 2024.

• USD 175 per adult – with the option to add wine pairings | USD 80 for children 12 and under. Reservations available on Tock starting November 1 at 12:00 noon.

Christmas Day I Wednesday, December 25, 2024 with seatings from 12:00 noon to 6:30 pm I The Nordic-inspired menu will be announced November 1, 2024.

• USD 175 per adult – with the option to add wine pairings | USD 80 for children 12 and under. Reservations available on Tock starting November 1, 2024 at 12:00 noon.

New Year’s Eve I Tuesday, December 31, 2024 with seatings at 5:00, 8:00 and 11:00 pm I The Nordic-inspired holiday menu will be announced November 1, 2024.

• USD 225 for adults – includes a Midnight Toast compliments of Moët Hennessy and the option to add wine pairings. Reservations available on Tock starting November 1, 2024 at 12:00 noon.

Socca Café

New this holiday season, Socca Café will provide a refreshed cake menu as well as Hanukkah cookies. Where to find these first-time offerings and those back by popular demand:

• Cakes, including a Yule Log I Available on Tock all season long.
• Edible Chocolate Skull I Available in advance of Halloween.
• Seasonal Pies I Available on Tock and in the café leading up to Thanksgiving.
• Hanukkah Cookies I Available during the month of December.
• SoccaLat Cake Mix I Available all season long.