Having just celebrated its one-year anniversary and collected numerous accolades such as Travel + Leisure's It List and Esquire's Best New Hotels for 2025, Anna & Bel - the boutique urban escape in Philadelphia's artistic enclave Fishtown - announces a key leadership appointment: Kimberly Capehart as Food & Beverage General Manager.
Mission Resort + Club, an MMI Hotel Group property, is proud to announce the appointment of Dennis Riley as Director of Food & Beverage. A seasoned hospitality leader with more than 25 years of experience in the restaurant and resort industry, Riley brings a proven record of excellence in operations, guest service, and team leadership to the storied resort.
Grand Mercure Bangalore is pleased to announce the appointment of Nilesh Kumar as the new Food & Beverage Manager, strengthening the hotel's leadership team with his extensive expertise in luxury hospitality and guest experience management.
Via Sophia, the modern, authentic osteria located within the iconic Hamilton Hotel, is pleased to announce the appointment of Daniel Elinan as Executive Chef. In his new role, Elinan looks forward to evolving the restaurant's culinary program alongside a passionately engaged team, bringing bold, globally inspired flavors to Via Sophia's southern Italian menu. Recently honored in Wine Spectator's Restaurant Awards for the fourth consecutive year, Via Sophia focuses on quality, consistency, and hospitality.
Hyatt Regency Chennai proudly welcomes Chef Nilanjan Chakraborty as the newest addition to its culinary leadership team. Known for his deep expertise in Italian cuisine and passion for innovation, Chef Nilanjan brings over a decade of experience from some of India's most celebrated luxury hotels.
As excitement builds for the much anticipated fall debut of Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort, the coastal retreat announces the appointment of a key member to its culinary leadership team. Joining the resort's pre-opening team is Executive Pastry Chef Eddy Dhenin, who brings exceptional talent and global perspective to the property, laying the foundation for an extraordinary dining program rooted in craftsmanship, coastal bounty, and inspired hospitality.
As excitement builds for the much anticipated fall debut of Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort, the coastal retreat announces the appointments of a key member to its culinary leadership team. Joining the resort's pre-opening team is Executive Chef Fabio Quarta, who brings exceptional talent and global perspective to the property, laying the foundation for an extraordinary dining program rooted in craftsmanship, coastal bounty, and inspired hospitality.
As excitement builds for the much anticipated fall debut of Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort, the coastal retreat announces the appointments of a key member to its culinary leadership team. Joining the resort's pre-opening team is Food and Beverage Director Michael Rodriguez, who brings exceptional talent and global perspective to the property, laying the foundation for an extraordinary dining program rooted in craftsmanship, coastal bounty, and inspired hospitality.
NUMU Boutique Hotel, one of the most recent hotel additions to historic downtown San Miguel de Allende, is pleased to introduce the appointment of Chef Jorge Alejandro González Hurtado as Executive Chef, ushering in an exciting new chapter for the hotel's culinary program. With nearly 20 years of global experience and a creative philosophy grounded in authenticity, sustainability, and refined technique, Chef Alejandro brings a fresh and thoughtful perspective.
Fairmont Udaipur Palace is pleased to announce the appointment of Amitesh Virdi as Director of Culinary. With over 24 years of experience across some of India's most prestigious hospitality brands, Amitesh brings with him a rare blend of global exposure, deep-rooted culinary knowledge, and a passion for authentic, culturally immersive dining experiences.
Today, Rosewood Baha Mar is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeremy Metz to Executive Chef of Café Boulud, The Bahamas. With over two decades of expertise honed at award-winning establishments across the globe, Chef Metz is exceptionally well-suited to helm Chef Daniel Boulud's celebrated French-American restaurant.
Villa Santa Cruz, a boutique beach resort and farm in Todos Santos, is proud to announce the appointment of Alfredo Aguilar to executive chef. With more than a decade of culinary expertise, Aguilar combines his passion for serving locally-sourced ingredients and his dedication to spotlight the 23-room property's sprawling 1-kilometer farm and garden featuring rows of olive groves, agave fields, and vibrant fruit, vegetable and herb gardens.
Award winning celebrity chef Aldo Zilli has joined the team as the chef for The Royal Bell's upcoming 'Aldo's Pizza' and 'Zilli Caffé', further cementing the venue's reputation as Bromley's most exciting culinary destination.
The Royal Bell, Bromley. is proud to announce the appointment of Michael McDaid as its new Executive Head Chef, bringing with him 24 years of culinary experience and a passion for honest, ingredient-led cooking rooted in the Great British larder.
Appellation Healdsburg and Chef Charlie Palmer are proud to announce Reed Palmer as Chef de Cuisine, overseeing Folia Bar & Kitchen. Focused on a philosophy of seasonality, sustainability, and innovation, Reed returns to his hometown of Healdsburg to lead the culinary vision for Folia, the hotel's signature restaurant. Appellation Healdsburg is the first new build hotel opening for the culinary-first luxury hotel brand co-founded by Michelin-starred Chef Charlie Palmer and Christopher Hunsberger, a 30-year veteran of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts.
The St. Regis Mumbai introduces the latest addition to its culinary team with the appointment of Master Chef Li Qiang as Master Chef - Chinese, who will now helm the By The Mekong at Penthouse Mumbai, one of hotel's award-winning Asian specialty restaurants.
King Kamehameha Kona Beach Resort proudly announces the appointment of George Gomes Jr. as Executive Chef. A native of Hawai'i with more than 37 years of culinary experience, Gomes brings an extraordinary depth of knowledge, leadership and island-rooted perspective to the culturally rich, beachfront resort.
Hutton Hotel, Nashville's original boutique hotel known for its artist-forward spirit and creative energy, is proud to announce the appointment of Lucas Fleming as its new Executive Chef. A celebrated figure in the local culinary scene, Chef Fleming brings over a decade of experience leading some of the city's most lauded kitchens. As Executive Chef, he'll oversee menu development and culinary operations for the hotel including Evelyn's, the hotel's signature restaurant, Analog, the hotel's entertainment venue, and banquets and conferences.
Sofitel Dubai Downtown has appointed Edward Mair as its new executive chef. With more than two decades of experience across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, the Scottish-born chef is recognised for his classical training, inventive spirit, and ability to lead large teams while maintaining a deep respect for regional tastes. His career spans overseeing illustrious venues, spearheading hotel openings, and executing high-profile banquets for more than 1,500 guests.
Hotel Nia, an Autograph Collection Hotel, a sleek luxury destination in the heart of Silicon Valley, proudly announces the appointment of Paul Rogers as its new Director of Food & Beverage. In this role, Rogers will lead all food and beverage operations at the property, spanning signature restaurant Porta Blu, in-room dining, banquet services for meetings and events, and more. With a strong focus on quality and service, he will shape a dynamic food and beverage program that appeals to both hotel guests and the local community.