Hofbrauhaus Lands New Chef

CLEVELAND, OH - From Hofbrauhaus Cleveland: With its old-world atmosphere and deeply rooted traditions, Hofbräuhaus Cleveland is inviting the community to come experience the magic of the holidays as it introduces its new chef alongside a jam-packed calendar of events for all ages taking place throughout December.

Originally inspired by his German heritage and summers spent cooking alongside his grandmother, new Executive Chef Randy Luedders brings a strong and diverse culinary background to Hofbräuhaus, where he has already mastered the traditional Bavarian fare. With experience at a variety of clubs and resorts— both stateside and in the Bahamas—Luedders is prepared to expand on the already expansive Hofbräuhaus menu and growing on- and off-site catering business.

“With Randy’s experience, Hofbräuhaus Cleveland will be able to offer new traditional German
specialties, like Christmas duck, which is soft on the inside and perfectly crispy on the outside. It’s our version of the American Thanksgiving turkey!” said managing member Maximilian Erlmeier.

In addition to a new chef, Hofbräuhaus is also excited to announce a full schedule of holiday events, many drawing from traditional German celebrations, going back hundreds of years.

• Dec. 5 @ 6:45 p.m.: Keg Tapping in Partnership with The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle
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Guests are invited to kick off the holiday fun with Hofbräuhaus and The Salvation Army of Greater Cleveland as they tap the ceremonial keg of seasonal doppelbock (known as “famous Christmas Doppelbock”) and celebrate the start of the Salvation Army’s annual Red Kettle Campaign. Representatives from The Salvation Army, including Advisory Board Chair, Carol Skoglund, will have the honor of tapping the keg and taking the inaugural taste of the special brew while raising money for this important charitable organization serving our community.

Also on Dec. 5 is Hofbräuhaus’ annual celebration of Krampusnacht, the centuries-old Christmas tradition in Germany of Krampus, the counterpart to St. Nicholas. Known to punish children who have misbehaved, the two-horned Krampus is a German tradition unlike any other. Hofbräuhaus will host actors dressed as Krampus for photo opps with guests starting at 7 p.m.

• Dec. 8 @ 8:30 a.m. & Dec. 9 @ 10 a.m.: Rudolph Breakfast

Adding to the magic of Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer “The Musical” at the historic Connor Palace Theatre, Hofbräuhaus’ pre-show breakfast buffet will feature make-and-take crafts, a holiday singalong, photo moments, plus an appearance by real-life reindeer from the North Pole. Media are invited to attend these sold-out events as a fun holiday photo opportunity.

• Dec. 24 @ 1 p.m.: Christmas Eve Hermit Club Symphony

This annual tradition combines performances from the historic Hermit Club with the festive atmosphere of the Hofbräuhaus Bier Hall. Beginning at 1 p.m. on Christmas Eve, a 40-piece symphony will occupy the bier hall for an old-fashioned singalong of traditional Christmas carols. Guests are encouraged to participate in Cleveland’s most endearing holiday tradition while enjoying Hofbräuhaus’ Christmas Doppel-Bock and German fare.

• Dec. 31 @ 4 p.m.: New Year’s Eve Celebration

Hofbräuhaus is hosting a can’t-miss New Year’s Eve celebration featuring an exclusive menu, live music, and of course, great beer. Guests are encouraged to make reservations for one of two seatings (7:15 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.), then stay to enjoy the festive celebration and New Year’s Eve countdown, streamed live from the Bier Hall. Starting at 4:30 p.m., well-known Polka accordion player, Fred Zwick, will perform, followed by crowd-favorite, Schnicklefritz, taking the stage at 8 p.m.

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