Summer Gallery Night with Shelby Keefe
Shelby Keefe put on quite the show on Gallery Night on Friday, July 29 at the Pfister Hotel.
With a great display of a few of her current pieces and a live performance of a completed piece in 20 minutes to the tunes of a local jam band, Shelby put…
The Pfister Recommends: Cathedral Square
Just steps away from the Pfister Hotel, Cathedral Square in the East Town neighborhood is a vibrant community with multiple events throughout the year.
East Town Association produces a variety of events to get you even more involved with your community including the East Town Market, Jazz in the Park…
7-Course Nickel & Nickel Wine Dinner
Please join us for the Nickel & Nickel Wine Dinner at The Pfister on Wednesday, July 20, 2011, in The Rouge Ballroom. $125.00 per person (inclusive of tax and gratuity).
Marcus Restaurants’ talented chefs – Robert Ash, Mark Weber, David Zakroczymski and Brian Frakes – invite you to an exclusive wine…
Cooking with Chef Ash: Bacon Wrapped Medjool Dates
This dish is a stunning appetizer that can be served at every occasion. The plump, delicious dates are wrapped in thick, smokey bacon then gently sauteed in a savory sauce. Creamy goat cheese is delicately placed in the center of the sweet, chewy date helping to enhance its rich flavor…
Fireworks in Blu
Enjoy the view in Blu during the city’s fireworks display on July 3rd.
Our personal favorite, Jenny Thiel will be providing live entertainment during the night.
Blu will be offering 3 packaged deals for the Fourth of July to ensure you have front row seats for the show.
Package…
Shelby’s First Painting as Artist in Residence
We’re honored to have such talent within our midst. Shelby is not only a very talented painter but she’s also pretty quick at it, too.
So we asked Shelby if we could set up a camera in her studio to capture one of her pieces from start to…
Little Things
From the brass knocker that indicates a guest’s room number to the matching brass plate on the electronics charging box inside; from the intricate patterns of the stair railings to the wallpaper stripes; from the ever-changing flowers in the front hall to the roses on the carpet – the…
The Pfister Recommends: Lakefront Brewery
In 1987, the Klisch brothers rolled out their first barrel of beer and in the process Lakefront Brewery was born. Lakefront currently brews a specialty amber for Mason Street Grill and who better to lead us on a tour of the Milwaukee beer making institution than the Pfister’s Chef…
Marcus Chefs at East Town Market
The East Town Market is celebrating its 15th summer at Cathedral Square Park and the Cafe Pfister and the Chefs of the Pfister, Intercontinental, Hilton, and Mason Street Grill are a part of this year’s live entertainment and food. On Saturday mornings, from 9am – 1pm, The Cafe Pfister is…
Save the Date: July Gallery Night at the Pfister
Start and end your night at The Pfister. During our Gallery Night reception on July 29 at 9pm, enjoy live music and dancing, complimentary snacks and a cash bar all while watching a painting performance by Shelby Keefe…
Elizabeth’s Tips: Three steps to Healthy Feet
Let the team at WELL Spa us help you take care of your tootsies.
Here are three easy steps to healthy feet.
1) Always dry your feet well after showering and check between your toes for cracks and dryness, which allows bacteria to grow, increasing the risk of infection.
2…
Tuna Salad Relleno with Chef Robert Ash
This isn’t your typical tuna salad. It’s a unique blend of tuna, onion, olive oil, watercress pesto and red pepper.
The creative and healthy combination is perfect as a light snack, but could also be served as a satisfying meal. The colorful watercress pesto adds the finishing flavors…
Ask Ash: Fresh or frozen vegetables?
Whether you want to learn how to perfect a particular cooking technique, learn how to use a certain ingredient or have a dish related question, Chef Robert Ash has the answers for you.
Fresh or frozen vegetables, is one better than the other?
The fresh versus frozen debate is a…
Ask Ash: Wild Mushroom Soup
Whether you want to learn how to perfect a particular cooking technique, learn how to use a certain ingredient or have a dish related question, Chef Robert Ash has the answers for you.
I recently enjoyed a delicious Wild Mushroom soup that was served during a Pfister wedding reception. Could…
The Pfister Hotel is Going Dog-Friendly!
You don’t have to leave your four-legged family friend behind when you make your travel plans. Your pets are welcome when you stay at Milwaukee’s historic Pfister Hotel.
The prestigious AAA Four-Diamond Award winning hotel has welcomed dogs into its doors since the luxurious hotel first…
Rick Week
A blond, a brunette, and a redhead sit at the bar. But this isn’t a joke. They’re lifelong Rick Springfield fans, in town for his shows at the Northern Lights Theater.
“It’s not just a show,” says Jeanne, the most outgoing of the trio, “It’s also…
Ask Ash: Pfister House made Yogurt Recipe
Whether you want to learn how to perfect a particular cooking technique, learn how to use a certain ingredient or have a dish related question, Chef Robert Ash has the answers for you.
The Pfister’s yogurt is a breakfast favorite of mine. Could you tell me how I can…
Ask Ash: How do you eat a pomegranate?
Whether you want to learn how to perfect a particular cooking technique, learn how to use a certain ingredient or have a dish related question, Chef Robert Ash has the answers for you.
How do you eat a pomegranate?
They look unusual, but they’re very easy to eat. Here…
Ask Ash: What is blanching?
Whether you want to learn how to perfect a particular cooking technique, learn how to use a certain ingredient or have a dish related question, Chef Robert Ash has the answers for you.
What is blanching?
Blanching is a cooking term that means to quickly cook the outside of usually…
It Really Is a Small World After All
The lobby is packed with people. It’s prom season and dozens of couples have appeared to pose for photos together, even though the dance is being held elsewhere. Their dresses are brightly colored: sunny yellows, crisp greens, rich pinks and deep purples – embellished with crystalline drops or lacy embroidery…
Ask Ash: What is the best way to marinate a steak?
Whether you want to learn how to perfect a particular cooking technique, learn how to use a certain ingredient or have a dish related question, Chef Robert Ash has the answers for you.
What is the best way to marinate a steak, chicken and what type of marinade works best…
May I Suggest…
The art of the recommendation. It’s a skill born of the preternatural ability to read people and an intimate knowledge of available options. It’s why you go to your local bookstore or record store: the clerks who enthusiastically love what they stock and sell are guaranteed to connect…
Welcome to Starbucks at the Pfister [VIDEO]
The historic Pfister Hotel has transformed a portion of the entrance area of Café at The Pfister with a barista counter offering gourmet coffee, fresh baked pastries and other items. The Cafe Pfister now includes an area with casual seating, free WiFi and plenty of outlets to keep your devices…
Ask Ash: How can I make a thin, crispy pizza dough?
Whether you want to learn how to perfect a particular cooking technique, learn how to use a certain ingredient or have a dish related question, Chef Robert Ash has the answers for you.
How can I make a thin, crispy pizza dough? Is there a secret?
The secret to a…
The Pfister Hotel Ranks Among Top 1% of Hotels in the World
Expedia® has named The Pfister Hotel among the top-ranked hotels on this year’s Expedia Insiders’ Select™ list. The Insiders’ Select list formally recognizes individual hotels worldwide that consistently deliver excellent service, a great overall experience and a notable value. The full list represents only 500 of Expedia’s…
