Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel & Spa unveils magical line up of festive events

Glasgow's iconic Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel & Spa is kick-starting the festive season with a Christmas movie takeover at its inhouse cinema.

Article Source: Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel & Spa
Last Updated: 27 November 2024 10:23

Guests will be able to embrace the joyful holiday spirit with popcorn, a hot cocoa station, mulled wine, and a chance to toast your very own marshmallows while watching festive classics such as The Grinch, Elf, The Holiday, and Home Alone.

Screenings run from Saturday, December 21, to Monday, December 23, with multiple showtimes to suit all ages. Tickets for each film are available now via Eventbrite.

Marcello Ventisei, Hotel Manager, said: “Our Christmas Cinema Club is a truly magical way to embrace the festive season here at Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel & Spa.

“Whether you’re revisiting a favourite film or discovering the joy of these stories for the first time, we invite everyone to join us in celebrating the warmth and spirit of Christmas in the heart of Glasgow.”

Alongside its best-loved Christmas Cinema Club, the luxury hotel – hailed for its annual Christmas decorations – will be hosting an exciting range of festive experiences including delectable dining options and the hotel’s iconic Hogmanay party.

Guests can look forward to festive dining at the hotel’s sustainable Scottish restaurant iasg, where the restaurant's seasonal menu showcases the best of local ingredients, delivering a memorable culinary experience in the heart of Glasgow.

Featuring a thoughtfully curated set menu, diners can choose from dishes such as the Cured Scottish Salmon with Yuzu Dressing and Salmon Roe or the comforting Duck Leg Terrine with Blackberry and Toasted Sourdough to start.

For the main course, highlights include the Stuffed Turkey Roulade served with Crispy Turkey Leg, Potato Rosti, and Cranberry or the elegant Fillet of North Sea Hake with Winter Chanterelles and Kale.

Those with a sweet tooth can end their meal with a Chocolate Financier with Salted Caramel and White Chocolate Ganache or a festive classic such as the Christmas Pudding Parfait with Almond Crumble.
The set menu is £35 for two courses and £40 for three courses and runs from 29 November to 24 December.

Promising to bring in the New Year in style, this year the Blythswood Square Hotel & Spa will play host to the ultimate Hogmanay Party. Step into the elegance of the hotel’s Salon Bar and welcome 2025 in style with festive drinks, delightful bites, and live entertainment from an in-house singer and pianist until 1am.

Guests will also enjoy a mini gourmet supper at 10pm, choosing from Posh Macaroni Cheese or Hogmanay Stew – the perfect way to bring in the bells.

Guests can purchase tickets for Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel & Spa’s Christmas movie takeover or Hogmanay party via EventBrite

Spaces for all festive events are limited, and early booking is encouraged. To secure your spot or for more information, please contact the team at 0141 248 8888 or email iasg.restaurant@ihg.com.

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