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One of our favorite hotel bars and dining rooms in the neighborhood, Decanter which is in the St. Regis Hotel (923 16th St NW), announced what amounts to a fully new culinary team coming on board. Select portions from the press release follow:
St. Regis Washington, DC Appoints New Culinary Team at Decanter
- Executive Chef Javier Cuesta Muñoz
- Executive Pastry Chef Thierry Delourneaux
- Wine Director Andy Powell
The St. Regis Washington, DC (923 16th St NW, Washington, D.C.) welcomes Javier Cuesta Muñoz as executive chef, Thierry Delourneaux as executive pastry chef, and Andy Powell as wine director of Decanter, the hotel’s fine dining restaurant. With a new team in place, Decanter looks forward to combining classic techniques and innovative thinking with local ingredients to showcase its Mediterranean inspired cuisine and expertly curated wine list.
With over 20 years of industry experience, Muñoz’s diverse culinary and educational background in Spain, France, and Switzerland led to his culinary career accolades in notable five star resorts recognized for their culinary assets. He held the position of executive chef at The Landings in St. Lucia in the Caribbean, Buccament Bay Resort in St. Vincent in the Grenadines, as well as Hotel Barceló, Asia Gardens and Leading Hotels of the World in Alicante, Spain.
Chef Delourneaux has worked throughout the world, including New York, California, Singapore, and Bermuda, where he worked with various renowned international luxury hotel chains including The Ritz-Carlton, Fairmont, and Hilton Hotels luxury brands.
Powell’s expertise includes management of regionally renowned restaurants, where he has cultivated a deep knowledge of the industry. Most recently, Powell served as a general manager in the Bryan Voltaggio Restaurant Group, overseeing their popular brands. He was the Beverage Director of the acclaimed Central Michel Richard where he operated a vast beverage program with over 300 wines as well as a full cocktail and bar program.
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