Celebrate the Holiday Season Above the Clouds with Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia

From Thanksgiving to New Year’s Eve, guests gather with loved ones in the city’s first-and-only Forbes Five Star and AAA Five Diamond hotel to celebrate the joy of the season curated by the team at Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia. Guests young and old will ignite their holiday spirit the moment they step on property.

Spirited Festive Décor

Holiday magic is in abundance at Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia this winter season. Artistic Director Jeff Leatham and Team Leatham have once again put together a must-see design, creating a chic and sophisticated holiday celebration featuring dramatic red, black and silver accents throughout the Hotel. From the magnolia garland in Vernick Fish all the way up to the twinkling trees in JG SkyHigh, guests will feel the holiday spirit radiating from every corner. Upon arrival, guests are greeted with a mirrored plexiglass structure that opens up to reveal a beautifully decorated evergreen tree adorned with multicolour lights. Along with designs of red ilex berry, amaryllis and touches of evergreen, a large mirrored polar bear in the Sky Lobby surrounded by trees accented with preserved red roses is the perfect backdrop for holiday photos.

Wellness Experiences

Recognized as Philadelphia Style’s Reader’s Choice for Best Hotel Spa 2022, the Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia is the perfect spot to relax and indulge in pampering this holiday season. Beginning November 1, 2022, the Spa will introduce a hydrating and deeply moisturizing Winter Glow Facial using QMS Medicosmetics products. The treatment includes a complimentary TheraFace enhancement and a beauty collagen SkinTē in the relaxation lounge.

Beginning December 9, 2022, Hotel guests can relax poolside in a resort-like setting above the clouds and enjoy a rotating selection of seasonal smoothies, holiday-inspired fruit sticks, velvety hot chocolate and more.

Perfect for couples, the Night Spa experience is a romantic way to escape the winter cold and receive exclusive access to the Hotel’s infinity-edge pool overlooking the dazzling lights of Philadelphia.

This holiday season, give the gift of wellness with a Spa Gift Card. Gift cards obtained beginning November 24, 2022 in person with a value of USD 250 or more will receive a gift with purchase (while supplies last).

Thanksgiving

Vernick Coffee Bar: Make celebrations at home extra special with Vernick Coffee Bar’s holiday pies, available for pre-order on Tock.com beginning November 1, 2022. Executive Pastry Chef Danielle Seipp has created scrumptious seasonal pies including a Philadelphia staple, Vernick Coffee Bar’s rich Carrot Cake Pie adorned with a salted ginger-spiced graham crust. Guests can also pre-order a Dirty Chai Pumpkin Pie topped with dollops of white chocolate coffee whipped cream and chai spiced pumpkin seeds, a Dulce de Leche Caramel Apple Pie made with crisp pink lady apples from Lancaster Farm Fresh and dusted with powdered sugar, or a decadent Salted Chocolate Pecan Pie baked with premium French dark chocolate. Orders can be picked up from Vernick Coffee Bar on Tuesday, November 22 and Wednesday, November 23, 2022 from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Jean-Georges Philadelphia: On Thanksgiving Day, beginning at 1:00 pm, feast in style at Jean-Georges Philadelphia. Perfect for a meal with the whole family, a four-course menu presented by Chef de Cuisine Cornelia Sühr features family-style appetizers, such as a parmesan risotto with white truffles, raw bay scallops with cranberry-ginger vinaigrette and fresh wasabi, and butternut squash soup topped with mushrooms and chives.  The main course will include a roasted turkey breast and confit leg accompanied by chestnut and foie gras stuffing, frisée and pear salad with goat cheese and pecans, and cranberry ginger compote. A selection of desserts to share will complete the festive meal for USD 175 per person. Kids 5-12 for USD 85.

JG SkyHigh: Starring a live jazz band performance, Chef de Cuisine Patrick Rogala’s uncomplicated approach to food in JG SkyHigh will feature a full á la carte menu and a special festive dish of roasted and confit organic turkey, sourdough stuffing, mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables.  

Vernick Fish: Chefs Greg Vernick and Andrew Parassio of Vernick Fish will incorporate seasonal ingredients and flavours that are bountiful in the Philadelphia region during the late-fall and winter months. A full á la carte menu with seasonal additions is available on Thanksgiving Day from 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm.

Holiday Gatherings Above the Clouds

Jean-Georges Philadelphia: Savour holiday dining and skyline views with holidays above the clouds at Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia: an opportunity to enjoy festive menus throughout the holiday season from Jean-Georges Philadelphia Chef de Cuisine Cornelia Sühr. On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, the restaurant offers a five-course omnivore tasting menu priced at USD 235 per person showcasing mozzarella ravioli with white truffles, steamed black sea bass with delicata squash and a pumpkin seed gremolata relish, and roasted duck a l’orange with rutabaga and isaphan spice jus.

JG SkyHigh: Find every reason to celebrate with family and friends while enjoying skyline views and capturing Instagrammable moments on the 60th floor. On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, enjoy brunch with live performances from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm. For USD 168 per person, the holiday brunch tower will include dishes such as roasted lamb chops with broccoli rabe and smoked chili glaze, seared black sea bass with chili-lime emulsion and roasted brussels sprouts, and a beef tenderloin with glazed carrots and mis-mustard sauce.

Take a meal to new heights with a Christmas Eve Dinner complete with seasonal holiday favourites and local carollers, available from 4:00 to 10:00 pm.  On Sunday, December 25, 2022 beginning at 5:00 pm, Christmas Dinner will offer a sharing course menu designed for two people featuring ribeye with creamed spinach and crispy potatoes, or a mushroom crusted Faroe Island salmon with mashed potatoes dressed in lemon emulsion and herbs.

Vernick Fish: This holiday, cherish the treasures of the sea. Throughout the holiday season, guests can anticipate festive cocktails, sparkling wines and decadent dessert additions to enjoy in the restaurant’s expansive dining room, at the chef's counter or bar and lounge area.

A fresh take on old traditions, on December 23 and 24, 2022 from 5:00 to 9:00 pm, a special Feast of the Seven Fishes-inspired five-course prix-fixe menu will be available to guests for USD 175 per person, with an optional beverage pairing for USD 75 per person.

Vernick Coffee Bar: Attending holiday parties or visiting family and friends from out of town? From December 1, 2022, stop by the Café Counter and pick up the perfect hostess gift of Umbria coffee, Éclat Chocolate and a signature Vernick Coffee Bar mug.

A specialty Panettone, a classic Italian Christmas dessert known for its sweet dough and studded with candied fruits and dark chocolate, will be available for pick up on December 21, 22 and 23, 2022.

Be The First to Reserve

Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia guests will have unparalleled insider access opportunities including first access to Hotel dining reservations and seasonal events. Non-hotel guests can begin booking reservations up to three weeks in advance. To book a holiday escape, call 215 419 5000 or visit the Hotel website.

On all other dates throughout the season, guests can expect elevated, seasonal menus at both JG SkyHigh and Vernick Fish, honouring normal business hours. Dining reservations can be made online or by calling 215 419 5000.