The hotel, founded by Titanic passenger John Jacob Astor IV, will begin activities at 6 p.m. in the St. Regis Astor Ballroom when Sommelier and wine director Harry Constantinescu will saber 100 bottles of Heidsieck champagne, which was served aboard the ship. The 100 bottles are in honor of the 100 years that have passed since the sinking of the Titanic.
The St. Regis will be serving a signature cocktail in honor of the ship throughout the month of April. Dubbed the Centennial Cocktail, it includes 1912 Madeira Verdelho Reserva, Domaine de Canton ginger liquor, Krug Rosé Champagne, and Breckenridge Bourbon. It is served with an edible orchid, which was the favorite flower of Astor’s mother, Caroline. The price of the cocktail is $100 and includes a St. Regis champagne flute.
Alongside the Centennial Cocktail, the St. Regis will be catering hors d’oeuvres, which are inspired by the last meal served aboard the Titanic. The food inspiration will continue to swanky restaurant Paces 88, where the food will be served a la carte.
The celebration continues throughout the month of April with an Empire Suite Hotel Package and an afternoon tea special. The package is $3,300, the same price of a luxury parlor aboard the Titanic. It includes a bottle of Heidsieck champagne, valet parking and breakfast for two at Astor Court. The tea special includes an afternoon of petit fours, petite sandwiches, fresh scones and savory teas. The tea tradition is in honor of Astor’s mother, Caroline. For adults, the cost is $44 and $22 for children under 12.
A century ago, many boarded the Titanic and had their lives filled with grandeur and beauty for four days. The St. Regis Hotel offers a modern twist to the luxury the Titanic stood for.
**Written for Southern Hospitality in March 2012.
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