20 September 2019

THE PENINSULA SHANGHAI REVEALS CALENDAR OF FESTIVE ACTIVITIES DESIGNED TO ENCOURAGE MINDFULNESS AND TO RECONNECT WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY ‘Stories from the Tree’-themed events include live storytelling, gingerbread baking classes and festive-themed fare to bring loved ones together and raise funds for children’s charities

Pictured: has created a digital children’s storybook, available for complimentary download from its festive webpage on Peninsula.com. Gingerbread making classes are also on offer.

Take back control of time Modern life can often feel busy, with time seemingly passing at an ever-faster rate. With the approach of the festive season, The Peninsula Hotels – the home of the holidays – is encouraging guests and visitors alike to practice mindfulness by slowing down, reflecting and enjoying the present moment while surrounded by those they love.

To help, The Peninsula Hotels has announced a calendar of fun activities and experiences for all to enjoy – including bountiful brunches brimming with festive fare; celebratory cocktails crafted by on-site mixologists; gingerbread making classes led by each hotels’ professional pastry chefs; and live story-telling sessions of The Peninsula Hotels’ digital storybook for children ‘The Gingerbread Man’s Tale,’ available to download on a complimentary basis via Peninsula.com’s festive webpage later this year.

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Pictured: Six festive ornaments are available for purchase at Peninsula properties globally, with US$5 from each purchase donated to local charities.

Putting the spice back into life The protagonist of this year’s story – which has been specially written for The Peninsula Hotels – is the Gingerbread Man. A familiar sight hanging within decorated trees, the Gingerbread Man represents the ‘Stories from within the Tree’ chapter of The Peninsula Hotels’ three-year festive campaign titled ‘Stories from the Tree’. After kicking-off with ‘Stories from Under the Tree’ last year and closing with ‘Stories from the Tree Top’ next year, this year’s theme is about sharing the joy and fun of the season.

In line with this, the magic of the festive season will be celebrated at each of the ten Peninsula hotels around the globe with giant Christmas trees erected in the grand lobbies, and resplendent decorations on view for all to enjoy.

A time of reflection Often, the joy and fun of the season is felt most strongly by the children in our lives. In support of those less fortunate, the six ‘Stories from the Tree’ characters will be available to purchase at each hotel in the form of tree decorations and pins, with US$5 from each purchase being donated to local youth empowerment charities.

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Pictured: Each Peninsula hotel lobby will feature a large decorated tree, while festive-themed Afternoon Tea will be available, with US$5 from each sale being donated to local charities.

Holiday happiness on the historic Bund The Peninsula Shanghai offers a glittering schedule of events and promotions to make the festive season special for all the family. Ranging from exclusive weekend brunches and afternoon tea for children at Michelin-starred restaurant Sir Elly’s, special festive hampers from The Peninsula Boutique and much more, the hotel will be a hub of Bund-side holiday cheer throughout the festive period.

From 28 November 2019, festive dinner vouchers will be available to purchase in The Lobby from dedicated booths. This year, all offers will be available to purchase in the form of an e-gift card that can be gifted to friends and family then redeemed online, making it even easier to treat loved ones. Guests may also choose to purchase gifts on the Weidian online store.

The Lobby and Sir Elly’s restaurants will be the shining stars of The Peninsula Shanghai’s festive gastronomic offerings. Both restaurants will offer traditional Christmas dinners from 22 to 25 December, providing family, friends and colleagues a wonderfully festive atmosphere to make lasting memories over the holidays.

The Lobby – The Peninsula Shanghai’s beating heart – will offer a delicious festive spin on its celebrated Afternoon Tea throughout the festive period, offering a delightful range of Christmas pastries and festive light bites （RMB 388* per person or RMB 728* for two). A traditional four- course dinner will be served in the days leading up to Christmas Eve (on 24 December, from RMB 1,388* per person), while a holiday-themed à la carte meal may be enjoyed with all the family on Christmas Day.

One Michelin-starred Sir Elly’s will offer a range of festive fare to suit all occasions and party sizes. Traditional six-course dinners will be served in the days leading up to Christmas day (from 1 to 23 December and 25 December, RMB 1,488* per person), with a six-course meal being the star attraction on the big day itself (24 December, RMB 2,888* per person). Festive Family Afternoon Tea will also be served on 14, 15, 21, 22, 24 and 25 of December, providing a chance for the family to come together, complete with a special children’s buffet, games room and Christmas activities (RMB 538* per adult and RMB 328* per child aged 5-12 years old).

Two Michelin-starred Cantonese restaurant Yi Long Court will offer a specially-devised version of Christmas Eve Dinner, complete with eight delightful courses and unlimited beverages (RMB 1,888* per person). The Compass Bar will serve Christmas-inspired cocktails, such as Holiday Negroni and Cranberry Bellinis, while a Festive Afternoon Tea will be offered for guests from 29 November to 30 December.

The Peninsula Boutique will offer elegantly packaged gifts, including a selection of deluxe hampers filled with gourmet treats exclusive to The Peninsula Boutique, such as homemade chocolates, cookies, stollens, fruit cakes, The Peninsula Champagne and festive stockings (The Peninsula Hamper is priced from RMB 1,888*).

New Year’s Eve at The Peninsula Shanghai includes a six-course gala dinner with entertainment at The Lobby restaurant (RMB 2,088* per person, including one glass of Champagne), while Sir Elly’s will present a grand New Year’s Eve party. For those wanting a more intimate celebration, Yi Long Court will ring in the new year with an eight-course Cantonese dinner (RMB 2,019* per person, including one glass of champagne).

### About The Peninsula Shanghai

Located on the historic riverside Bund, The Peninsula Shanghai pays homage to Shanghai in the 1920s and 1930s, and recreates the look and feel of this glamorous era when the city was fêted as “The Paris of the East”. The Peninsula Shanghai features 235 comfortable guest rooms and suites commanding city and garden views, three restaurants – Yi Long Court for fine Cantonese dining, Sir Elly’s serving modern European cuisine, and The Lobby offering The Peninsula’s famed Afternoon Tea – plus the maritime- themed Compass Bar and nightly dancing at the timeless Salon de Ning. In addition to the hotel, the complex is comprised of The Peninsula Residences, a shopping arcade featuring 23 luxury brands and, as of April 2017, the stunning nationally-protected heritage site of No.1 Waitanyuan – the former British Consulate and gardens. The Peninsula Shanghai offers guests a suite of rejuvenating massage and wellness therapies at The Peninsula Spa. The Peninsula Arcade is home to more than 25 deluxe international brand stores, and The Peninsula Boutique stocks a wide range of branded Peninsula merchandise and gourmet treats. The Peninsula Shanghai also offers two deluxe city touring options: an exquisitely appointed Azimut 47 private yacht for breakfast or sunset cruises on the Huangpu River, and two MINI Cooper S Clubman cars provide chauffeured guided tours and shopping trips in Shanghai. Committed to excellence and innovation, The Peninsula Shanghai has garnered internationally acclaimed recognition for its services and facilities. Sir Elly's and Yi Long Court were awarded one and two Michelin stars respectively by the inaugural edition of Michelin Guide Shanghai – the only hotel in mainland China with two Michelin-starred restaurants simultaneously.

About The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited (HSH) Incorporated in 1866 and listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong (00045), HSH is the holding company of a Group which is engaged in the ownership, development and management of prestigious hotel, commercial and residential properties in key locations in Asia, the United States and Europe, as well as the provision of tourism and leisure, club management and other services. The Peninsula Hotels portfolio comprises , The Peninsula Shanghai, , , , , The Peninsula Beverly Hills, , , and . Projects under development include The Peninsula London, The Peninsula Istanbul and The Peninsula Yangon. The property portfolio of the Group includes Complex, The and St. John’s Building in Hong Kong; The Landmark in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam; and 21 avenue Kléber in Paris, France. The clubs and services portfolio of the Group includes The in Hong Kong; Thai Country Club in Bangkok, Thailand; Quail Lodge & Golf Club in Carmel, California; Peninsula Clubs and Consultancy Services, Peninsula Merchandising, and Tai Pan Laundry in Hong Kong.

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