Chef Joshua Humphrey of Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel and Convention Center Shares Recipe for Warding Off Colds and the Flu as Winter Approaches

    /24-7PressRelease/ - SCHAUMBURG, IL, December 09, 2007 - It's the most wonderful time of the year! It's also the most common time to catch that nagging cold and flu floating around the office. With cold weather sweeping from California to the Carolinas, flu season is here to stay. One of the most time-honored and tasty ways to minister to these ailments is a good dose of warm, hearty chicken soup. Chef Joshua Humphrey of Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel and Convention Center knows this medical mystery very well and is sharing his recipe on his favorite variation of traditional chicken soup, which he is now featuring at the hotel restaurant and will also be available by special request.
Chicken Noodle Soup doesn't have to include all the traditional elements to get you back in the game. Chef Humphrey has created a distinctive twist on classic noodle soup with his Thai Chicken Noodle Soup. The recipe calls for a handful of simple ingredients including ginger, soy sauce, fish oil, coconut milk, lemongrass, red chilies, tamarind and free range chicken with thin noodles to warm not only the belly, but the soul as well.
"Creating unique cuisine inspired by classic favorites is my passion," explains Joshua Humphrey, chef at the Renaissance Hotel in Schaumburg, Illinois. "Who doesn't crave a steaming bowl of soup when they're feeling under the weather? At the Renaissance we thrive on making guests feel at home, and there's nothing like a bowl of Thai Chicken Noodle Soup when it's cold outside, to do just that."
Designed by the renowned John Portman & Associates, the hotel boasts contemporary and expressive, yet functional design, from public spaces to private accommodations. Distinctive Schaumburg lodging offers 473 hotel rooms and 27 spacious suites, designed with guests in mind. Upscale amenities welcome travelers into opulence with 32" flat panel HDTVs with picture-in-picture and data/entertainment connectivity. Hardwood floors, chandeliers and oversized bathrooms highlighted by 13" flat screen TVs embedded in the fogless mirrors provide guests with an unrivaled experience in luxury. Classically styled with touches of whimsy in warm, vibrant tones complete every room and blend style with convenience at every turn.
Dine in the deluxe Sam & Harry's, where dinner is more than food. Offering a wine list of over 50 wines by the glass, this classic steakhouse restaurant in Schaumburg, Illinois creates an unbelievably bold dining experience. Famed USDA prime steaks and fresh seafood is served in an intimate atmosphere. Gather is a chic and modern lounge-like bar that offers creative drinks to quench every appetite late into the evening, while Wintergarden Caf lets guests wake up to freshly brewed Starbucks coffee and enjoy it throughout the day.
Winter never looked, or tasted so good at the Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel. So, stay healthy and warm this holiday season and experience Illinois like never before.
About Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel and Convention Center
Be amazed by a Schaumburg, IL hotel boasting a contemporary design that is expressive, yet functional at the Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel & Convention Center. Situated 25 miles from Downtown, this Northwest Chicago, Illinois hotel blends futuristic architecture with a heightened appreciation for the surrounding natural wetlands. The Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center and Hotel creates a setting that provides an exceptional gathering place. Over 148,000 square feet of technologically enhanced meeting space is perfect for a variety events ranging from sizeable corporate conventions to intimate wedding receptions. Indulge in delightful dining at Sam & Harry's, serving sizzling steaks and the freshest seafood. Conveniently located, this Schaumburg Illinois Hotel is near Woodfield Mall, offering world-class shopping and upscale dining. Experience true luxury at the Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel & Convention Center, where the heartland meets the 21st century. For more information or to make a reservation, call 847-303-4100 or visit http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/chirs-renaissance-schaumburg-hotel-and-convention-center/ .

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