Stories, Moments, and Updates from Hotel Grand Chancellor Adelaide
Welcome to The Grand Blog, where we share the latest happenings, behind-the-scenes stories, and exciting updates from Hotel Grand Chancellor Adelaide. Whether it’s our unforgettable events, milestone celebrations, or community-driven initiatives, we invite you to explore the moments that make our hotel a special part of Adelaide’s vibrant hospitality scene.
Stay tuned for regular updates on everything from local collaborations and guest experiences to insights from our talented team. Join us on this journey as we continue to celebrate 15 years of great memories and look ahead to even brighter moments to come!
Thank you for being part of the Grand experience.
Celebrating 15 Years of Hotel Grand Chancellor Adelaide
November 2024
This month, Hotel Grand Chancellor Adelaide celebrated an extraordinary milestone—15 years of welcoming guests, creating unforgettable memories, and being a proud part of the Adelaide community.
Back in 2009, the year of Barack Obama’s inauguration, the launch of Windows 7, and MasterChef Australia’s first season, Grand Hotels International took over the Holiday Inn on Hindley Street and transformed it into the Hotel Grand Chancellor Adelaide. Fast forward to today, and we’ve proudly hosted 1.5 million guests, served 1.2 million eggs, and gone through 16,500km of toilet paper (enough to cover 386 marathons!).
A Celebration Like No Other
Our 15th birthday was a vibrant celebration held on our pool deck. Adorned with colorful lanterns and balloons, the space came alive as guests arrived in their best party attire, from bold blues to vibrant pinks. The festivities kicked off with a Community Canvas art activity, symbolising the diversity and vibrancy of our culture and community.
The night featured nostalgic tunes and modern hits from live band Two for One and a specially curated menu crafted by our Executive Chef. Each dish represented a different year of our journey, including playful nods like butter chicken served in takeaway bags during the “Covid Era.”
Reflecting on Our Journey
General Manager Tony Scrivener shared heartfelt reflections on the hotel’s history and a few fun facts:
Over the years, 324 dedicated team members have been part of our story.
Our commitment to sustainability and innovation has shaped our reputation as one of Adelaide’s most iconic hotels.
Here’s to the next 15 years of hospitality, connection, and Grand moments!
Community Canvas
Here it is! The final artwork from our Community Canvas activity – look at what we’ve created together as a community! Thank you to everyone who contributed; your creativity has brought this vibrant piece of art to life, now proudly displayed throughout the hotel.
Relive the Celebration
For those who couldn’t join us, or if you’d like to relive the memories, the full photo gallery is no longer available, but we've kept some of our favourite highlights right here. Take a look a celebrate with us all over again!
What’s Next?
As we look toward the future, we remain committed to delivering exceptional experiences for our guests and being a proud part of the Adelaide community.
Get in touch with us today to discover more about our packages and how we can make your next event truly memorable. We’re excited to collaborate with you and bring your vision to life.
A Night to Remember: Launch of Our New Conference Catering Concept
16 May 2024
At the Hotel Grand Chancellor Adelaide, we always strive to provide exceptional experiences for our guests. Our new Conference Catering Concept is in full swing, and we are proud of what we have created! After months of collaboration and innovation, we celebrated its implementation with an official launch event held on 16 May 2024 in our Hindley Ballroom.
The evening was the introduction of an innovative new concept with the focus on providing a fresh, healthy and nourishing meal ensuring delegates feel energised and invigorated throughout the day. This concept captures the essence of South Australia’s rich culinary landscape, where tradition meets modernity in a celebration of regional flavours and home-grown produce, our commitment to support some of the finest South Australian local businesses.
At the launch, our guests were taken on a Grand Tour of South Australia where the Hotel Grand Chancellor Adelaide team opened the festivities with a theatrical introduction of five iconic regions, each displaying our new daily Nourish Bowl Buffets. This included:
Barossa Valley
A Celebration of Visionaries and Vines
Experience the Barossa Valley, where the legacy of German settlers and visionary viticulturists has created a world-famous wine and food destination. Guests enjoyed rustic regional aromas reminiscent of traditional farmstead tables.
Riverland & Outback
The Heartbeat of Tradition
Discover the Riverland and Outback, where red cliffs and wildflowers tell a story of ancient nourishment. Our menu highlights native ingredients such as saltbush, bunya nuts, bush tomatoes, and pepper berries. The unique combination of traditional and contemporary working together to create harmonies of flavour.
Central Market
A Melting Pot of Flavours
Delve into the sensory feast of Adelaide’s Central Market, a testament to our multicultural heritage. Our dishes reflect the market’s diversity, combining aromatic flavours and spices that showcase the rich cultural tapestry of South Australia.
Fleurieu Peninsula
The Bounty of the Ocean
Delight in the fresh, oceanic essence of the Fleurieu Peninsula. This region’s pristine coastal areas and rich maritime heritage inspired dishes that evoke the feeling of the ocean breeze and the freedom of the coast.
Adelaide Hills
Autumn’s Rustic Charm
The Adelaide Hills provided a perfect end to our grand tour. Where vibrant autumn foliage and a history of early German settlers and apple farmers create a comforting, rustic ambiance. Our menu offers the zest of artisanal producers, transporting you to a simpler time.
The evening was filled with vibrant energy as guests mingled, networked, and enjoyed the delicious new concept in our Hindley Ballroom, featuring colourful South Australian region-themed décor. Dishes were prepared by our chefs from various SA regions, a feast for the senses!
Complementing the evening was live music by Honey and Lemon, as well as Encore Event Technologies wowing the guests with a truly memorable display of their technology capabilities.
Ready to experience our new conference catering concept? Contact us today to learn more about our packages and how we can make your next event extraordinary. We look forward to working with you to bring your event to life.
We had a wonderful evening and thank you for the opportunity to sample and savour some of the amazing South Australian food and drinks on offer.
With our Conference last year we were already impressed with the South Australian inspired menu but this new and innovative concept has taken it to the next level by embracing more region-specific food.
Health options menu with hydration stations and wellness shots are another great initiative and I’m sure they will be well received.
The presentation was extremely enjoyable and as always the staff excelled themselves in their friendly and attentive demeanour.
Congratulations on a fantastic promotion of our state and all it has to offer.
Chris Wadey, ANZCCART Australian and New Zealand Council for the Care of Animals in Research and Teaching
May 2024
