Michael BlaksteenBlaksteen’s experience in the hospitality field spans 16 years, and he joins the La Torretta team from Makena Beach & Golf Resort in Makena, Hawaii, where he served as director of food and beverage. From high volume restaurants and hotels to cruise ships and high quality destination resorts, Blaksteen has held many other food and beverage positions throughout Hawaii, California and Germany. At La Torretta, his experience operating food & beverage departments with multiple outlets make him a natural team leader, bringing innovation and creative thinking to resort dining.