12 Drinks of Christmas in Blu
Blu and the Pfister Hotel are proud to be participating in the Hunger Task Force’s 12 Drinks of Christmas this holiday season and donating a portion of our proceeds to the cause.
Stop by Blu and try one of our tasty holiday libations this season and don’t forget…
Veterans Day at the Pfister
This past Saturday I asked Pfister Chef Concierge Peter Mortensen (found out chef translates to “chief,” and not strictly the cuisine variety. Yep, I asked.) to grant me a tour of a few rooms and unique suites. The Pfister is actually two buildings, the initial 1893 Wisconsin Avenue building and…
The Pfister Hotel and Johnson Controls grew up together
Did you know the first building to (ever!) have temperature controls in each room was the Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee, Wisconsin? During the Industrial Revolution Johnson Controls and the Pfister Hotel grew up like two kids on the same block. Both also grew to garner international recognition in their chosen…
Shelby Keefe’s 30 Paintings in 30 days
Last month, The Pfister Hotel’s Artist in Residence, Shelby Keefe, began her mission to create a painting a day for 30 straight days. Using her own photos and images from the public as inspiration, Keefe has focused her pieces on people in local, urban landscapes.
The 12” by 12…
Stories to tell by the Pfister Narrator
It’s that time again. The transition that has been coined the Passing of the Pen. As our current Pfister Narrator prepares to step down from her title, she has some words of wisdom and some insight for our next Pfister Narrator.
Stories to tell by the Pfister Narrator from…
The Pfister Hotel Selects Ed Makowski as Next In-House Storyteller
The historic Pfister Hotel in downtown Milwaukee has named Ed Makowski as its third ‘Pfister Narrator.’ In the role, he will spend time in the hotel’s lobby, interviewing visitors and guests and sharing their stories on the Pfister’s blog (blog.thepfisterhotel.com). As narrator, he will be posting…
The Pfister Hotel to Host October Gallery Night
The Pfister Hotel will be showcasing a gallery from 5-9pm, Friday, Oct. 21, 2011, as part of Gallery Night and Day, an art event put on by the Historic Third Ward Association and the East Town Association.
Last month, The Pfister Hotel’s Artist in Residence, Shelby Keefe, began…
Finding Your Roots in Milwaukee
Joe, the newest addition to the lobby bartending staff, is standing behind the green marble countertop, polishing a glass; his black pants, stiff white tuxedo shirt and black vest with gold-threaded “ThePfister” monogram crisp in its newness. “I just had the best calamari in the city,” he says, “at…
Shelby Keefe: 30 paintings in 30 days [VIDEO]
With any form of artistic expression, the importance of daily practice promotes the mastering of techniques. The practice of creating a Painting a Day, which was introduced by artist Duane Keiser in 2004, for the purpose of selling his work through an Internet blog, has led to a movement of…
30 Paintings in 30 Days begins….now
MILWAUKEE – Sept. 19, 2011 – Beginning today, The Pfister Hotel’s Artist in Residence, Shelby Keefe, will be creating a painting a day for 30 straight days. The works will be featured at The Peninsula School of Art in Fish Creek, Wisconsin at a show this fall. The public is…
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…
Cooking with Chef Ash: Vanilla Creme Brulee
This recipe will surprise you! It’s incredibly delicious, but it’s also very easy to make. With a few simple ingredients you’ll be able to create this creamy, rich custard base coated with a decadent caramelized layer in minimal time. This is a one recipe you’ll turn…
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…
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…
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…
