Cork's Specials through July 17

Yum! Yum! Chef Erik's at it again with some brand new specials this week. In addition to our usual menu fare, which satiates the palates of our guests on a daily basis, Chef Erik has whipped up three fabulous summer specials to get you through your week.

Available now through next Wednesday, July 17, the following sandwich, entree, and dessert await your order.

Smoked Chicken Wrap - $13

 Thinly sliced cold Smoked Chicken with Tomato Aioli, Mixed Greens, Havarti Cheese, Red Onion and Diced bacon. Served with your choice of side. 

Teriyaki Beef Udon

 Teriyaki Beef Udon - $16

Beef Tips sautéed in a Teriyaki Glaze with Asian Vegetable Mix, all served over Japanese Wheat Noodles. Topped with Scallions and Sesame Seeds. 

Molten Lava Cake - $8 

Warm and rich Chocolate Cake with pooled Chocolate Ganache in the center topped with Vanilla Ice Cream and Chocolate Sauce. 

Less than a week left to enjoy these tasty specials, so hurry in to Cork's and try one today! 

Otherwise, like us on Facebook and join us for half-priced lunch on Friday (including the Chicken Wrap and Beef Udon among all your other delicious options) for Facebook Fan Friday. 

Cork's & The Embassy Suites St. Paul - Your Spring Event Destination

It's mid-April and it's snowing! What better way to pass the time then to talk about all the upcoming happenings around here.

Room Renovations

This Tuesday, marked the halfway point in our Room Renovations. We're still full steam ahead and on target for completion in July of this year. The next time you're in, you'll have to check out one of our brand new suites.

Go Wild!

We have plenty of rooms available for the last three Wild home games this month. Take advantage of our Minnesota Wild Package and get overnight accommodations, complimentary transportation (for two) to and from the Xcel Energy Center, and a $25 Gift Certificate to Cork's Irish Pub!

Fingers crossed, they'll pull off a couple of wins and make the NHL Playoffs this year.

Xcel Energy Center Events

We still have plenty of rooms available for the Fleetwood Mac concert on Sunday the 28th as well. Make sure you're a fan of the Embassy Suites St. Paul Downtown on Facebook or follow the Embassy Suites St. Paul - Downtown on Twitter, so you can take advantage of 10% off standard rates.

To book using our special social media rate, simply Like us on Facebook and/or follow us on Twitter, then CLICK HERE to book through our special social media booking window.


Here's to the end of Winter. We hope to see you soon!

The Embassy Suites St. Paul - Your Hotel for Downtown Events

It's exciting to be in St. Paul lately. Lots going on from excitement over the new St. Paul Saints' Stadium and all of the energy that goes with that to the return of the Wild (without the vengeance we'd hoped for unfortunately). Plus, Tournament Season is just around the corner.

Here at Embassy Suites St. Paul - Downtown, you always have a home away from home no matter what adventure brings you to St. Paul.

Situated in the heart of downtown, the Embassy Suites St. Paul - Downtown is an all-suite hotel conveniently located near some of the area’s most popular attractions. Spacious two-room suites provide the amenities needed for working, vacationing with family and feeling comfortable.

Don't worry, we still have availability for the following upcoming events:

HIGH SCHOOL TOURNAMENTS

February 20 - 23: Girls’ State High School Hockey
February 27 - March 2: Boys State High School Wrestling
March 7 - 9: Boys State High School Hockey

XCEL ENERGY CENTER CONCERTS

March 4: Maroon 5

March 15: Bob Seger and Kid Rock
March 19: Pink
March 24: Rihanna

No matter the reason that brings you to town, we're sure that with our complimentary cooked to order breakfast, evening manager's reception, pool, and whirlpool, you'll be able to unwind and enjoy your event to the fullest. We're even happy to shuttle you to and from your destination (within a five-mile radius for a nominal fee).

Plus, if you're a fan of the Embassy Suites St. Paul Downtown on Facebook or follow the Embassy Suites St. Paul - Downtown on Twitter you get an extra 10% off standard rates. To book using our special social media rate, simply Like us on Facebook and/or follow us on Twitter, then CLICK HERE to book through our special social media booking window.

Here's to an eventful Spring!

Win 4 Tickets to Disney on Ice: 100 Years of Magic

Do you want to win four tickets to Disney on Ice: 100 Years of Magic? We thought so! Come celebrate the start of the holiday season with Mickey, Minnie, and the rest of the Disney crew as they skate their way into hearts across America.

65 of Disney's best-loved characters take to the ice at Xcel (not that it's getting much other use) in a show that's sure to delight, young and old.

And the best part of all? To kick off the season of giving, we have four tickets to the 7pm show on Saturday, December 8 that we would like to give away to a lucky family!

Winning is simple, all you need to do is like the Embassy Suites St. Paul on Facebook, like Cork's Irish Pub on Facebook, and follow the instructions that will be posted for each page.

We'll post the above picture on each page and ask fans to like the picture and comment with why they should win the tickets. By liking both pages and following the instructions on each page, you have two entries to win. (Only one entry per fan per page will be counted).

On Wednesday, December 5, our winner will be drawn at random from among all entrants on both pages to win ALL four tickets!


The Fine Print: Contest rules and ultimate winner remain subject to the discretion of the management team of the Embassy Suites St. Paul. Only one entry per fan per page will be counted. Contest winner will be picked at random from all valid entries from both Cork's Irish Pub and the Embassy Suites St. Paul - Downtown Facebook fan pages. Cork's Irish Pub, the Embassy Suites St. Paul - Downtown, and this contest are in no way affiliated with or sponsored by Disney, Disney on Ice, or the Xcel Energy Center. Pick-up of the tickets and transportation and attendance of the show are at the sole discretion and responsibility of the winner.  

Embassy Suites St. Paul - Downtown: Your Home for Holiday Events

With all of the exciting things happening in the Twin Cities this holiday season, we wanted to extend an invitation to stay. Know that here at the Embassy Suites St. Paul - Downtown, you always have a great option for that home away from home when you need one.

Situated in the heart of downtown Saint Paul, the Embassy Suites St. Paul - Downtown is an elegant all-suite hotel conveniently located near some of the area’s most popular attractions. Spacious two-room suites provide the amenities needed for working, vacationing with family and feeling comfortable.

No matter the reason that brings you to town, we're sure that with our complimentary cooked to order breakfast, evening manager's reception, pool, and whirlpool, you'll be able to unwind and enjoy the wonder of your event(s) this holiday season. We're even happy to shuttle you to and from your destination (within a five-mile radius for a nominal fee).

The Embassy Suites St. Paul - Downtown still has availability for the following events:

GOPHERS FOOTBALL

11/24 - Gophers vs. Michigan State

VIKINGS FOOTBALL

12/9 - Vikings vs. Bears

12/30 - Vikings vs. Packers

XCEL ENERGY CENTER EVENTS

12/6-9 - Disney on Ice

12/29 - Trans Siberian Orchestra

We are also in close proximity to the Ordway, the Science Museum of Minnesota, the Minnesota Children's Museum, Rice & Mears Parks, Saint Paul RiverCentre, and Landmark Center. No matter what brings you to town, we'll make sure you enjoy your stay.

Plus, if you're a fan of the Embassy Suites St. Paul Downtown on Facebook or follow the Embassy Suites St. Paul - Downtown on Twitter you get an extra 10% off standard rates. To book using our special social media rate, simply Like us on Facebook and/or follow us on Twitter, then CLICK HERE to book through our special social media booking window.

We hope you enjoy your stay this holiday season!

Halloween Costume Photo Contest - Winners!

For the last ten days, we've been enjoying all of the submissions to the Embassy Suites' Halloween Costume Facebook Photo Contest! Both Cork's and the Embassy Suites St. Paul challenged our Facebook fans to post in-costume pics of themselves and their kiddos to the Embassy Suites St. Paul Facebook page's Wall, encouraging friends to like their pictures. 

With the contest ending late last night, we got a chance to re-examine everyone's picture submissions once more, and were we ever impressed. Our fans are pretty creative, and they have some adorable kids to boot. For your viewing pleasure, we decided to share all of our photo submissions and announce the winners of course!

WINNER - Adult Costume

Amber's Cleopatra with her Entourage

WINNER - Kid Costume

Brianna's Zipper Face (with real zipper!)

HONORABLE MENTIONS

Katie's Cute Butterfly

Katie's Handsome Pirate

Melissa as a "Butter-witch" or "Witter-fly"

Riley as Lady Gaga

Kaitlyn as Flo from Progressive

Our two winners each won a certificate good for a one-night stay at the Embassy Suites St. Paul - Downtown!

Thank you to everyone who posted a photo and voted. 

Make sure you like both Cork's and the Embassy Suites St. Paul on Facebook so you can stay in the know about all the contests, specials, and fun that we share on our pages!

Happy Halloween - Embassy Suites St. Paul Facebook Photo Contest

With Halloween right around the corner, we decided it was high time to host another photo contest with our friends, the Embassy Suites St. Paul! This time, we're making the contest even bigger, though. Instead of just one winner, we decided to have two! Winners will each receive a one-night stay certificate to the Embassy Suites St. Paul.

Entering the contest is easy too! Simply snap an in-costume photo of your friends at a party this weekend, or your kids trick-or-treating next week, or even your cat dressed up for Halloween, and post it to the Embassy Suites St. Paul Facebook page's Wall.

Just in time for any pre-Halloween parties tonight, the contest starts today and runs through next Sunday, November 4, 2012. Capture your friends or even your kids all decked out for a spooktacular Halloween. Then, upload the picture to the Embassy Suites St. Paul Facebook page's Wall. (Easily accomplished from any smart phone).

Once your photo is uploaded, use the share feature to encourage your friends to Like the Embassy Suites St. Paul on Facebook AND your photo. Our two winners will be chosen as follows: The KID photo and the ADULT (not in content, just in age) photo with the most 'Likes' will each win a one-night stay at the Embassy Suites St. Paul, (which you know includes the delicious cooked-to-order breakfast and nightly manager's reception).

One final rule, though, please keep ALL photo submissions family friendly. We work to maintain a welcoming community on our page, and any inappropriate photos will be deleted immediately and disqualified from the contest.

That's pretty much it. Like the Embassy Suites St. Paul on Facebook and have a happy Halloween. We can't wait to see you all in your BOO-tiful costumes!

The Fine Print: Contest rules and ultimate winner remain subject to the discretion of the management team of the Embassy Suites St. Paul. Participants may share as many photos as they like; however, it may not increase their chances of winning. By posting a photo to the Embassy Suites St. Paul's Facebook Page, participants are agreeing that their image may be used by the Embassy Suites St. Paul on Facebook to promote this specific contest for its duration. In the event of a tie, a winner will be picked at random from all tying entries. One night stay is valid for any room type or night, excepting New Year's Eve. Photos must be uploaded and voted on during the specific contest period (Friday, October 26, 2012 - Sunday, November 4, 2012) to be considered a valid submission. Additionally, management reserves the right to delete any photo submissions of an inappropriate nature at their discretion. Any deleted photo submissions are deemed disqualified.

MEA Looms - Stay Over With the Kids

With the teachers away at conferences this week, the kids have an extra early start to their weekend. If you're worried about what to do, why not bring them to stay? 

With a pool on-site, complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast, and the fun of watching our ducks enjoy their run of the atrium, the Embassy Suites St. Paul Downtown is the perfect spot for a mini staycation! Let us worry about making the kids breakfast and the beds, and you can enjoy some much deserved fun. 

With our close proximity to most of the downtown attractions, hours of fun await. From the Science Museum of Minnesota with Tornado Alley showing in the Omni Theater to the Minnesota Children's Museum with all the hands-on fun, there's something for kids of any age. Add in all of St. Paul's unique restaurants, interesting parks, and boutique shopping and you've got yourself quite an adventure. 

Then, after a long day of adventures and exploring, head back to the hotel for some R & R. Relax by the pool (or in the jacuzzi) while the kids splash around and let Cork's Irish Pub whip up some dinner. If you'd like, you don't even need to leave the comfort of your suite. We can deliver room service while you catch up on your favorite show or even the latest family blockbuster. 

Sounds pretty nice, right?! 

Plus, if you're a fan of the Embassy Suites St. Paul Downtown on Facebook, the deal gets even sweeter, because Facebook fans get an extra 10% off standard rates. To book using the Facebook rate, simply Like us on Facebook, and then CLICK HERE to book through our special Facebook Fan booking window.

Whether you stay with us or not, have a great break! 

It's Pays to Be a Follower

That's probably one of the only times you'll hear that it pays to be a follower, but it's true! Here at Cork's and the Embassy Suites St. Paul Downtown, we appreciate our social fans and followers so much that we like to offer them special deals and perks just for giving us that 'Like'. 

CORK'S

Facebook Fan Fridays -- Just for liking Cork's Irish Pub on Facebook, we offer you half off your lunch from 11am to 4pm EVERY Friday. No matter what you order, you've only got to cover half of it if you're a fan. 

EMBASSY SUITES DOWNTOWN ST. PAUL

Social Media Special Rate -- If you like the Embassy Suites St. Paul Downtown on Facebook or follow us on Twitter, you can get 10% off standard rates if you book through our special social media booking link. 

Even if you're not in the market for a half-priced lunch on Fridays or a great hotel stay experience (did we mention our nightly manager's reception and complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast?), it still pays to stay social with us.

From contests and giveaways to the latest news on events, both within our walls and in the community at large, liking us on Facebook and following us on Twitter is your best chance at staying in the know.

When Trivia Mafia Trivia returned to  Cork's, our social media followers found out first. When we launched our State Fair Photo Contest, our social media followers found out first. When we unveil the next biggest thing since sliced bread, yep, you guessed it, our social media followers will be the first to find out.

If you haven't yet liked us on Facebook or followed us on Twitter, what are you waiting for? Plus, while you're there, let us know what you'd like to see on our pages or in the restaurant and hotel. We love to start conversations and get the ball rolling with our biggest fans!