RSS FeedDecanter at St. Regis DC Announces New Culinary Team (923 16th St NW)
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.
More Poke Bowls In Penn Quarter…Poki District Now Open (906 F St NW)
We previewed it here and then heard an update from the Penn Quarter Neighborhood Association:
Poki District
Now Open
Penn Quarter’s Second Poké RestaurantExperience the Current California Craze
Scoop up – Rice, Zucchini Noodles, Organic Spring Mix or a mixture
Add One or More Protein – Tuna, Spicy Tuna, Salmon, Chicken, Yellowtail, Shrimp, and Tofu
Add Toppings – 17 Offered, including Cilantro, Mango, Corn, Cucumber, Onion, Edamame, and Seaweed
Choose a Sauce – Sweet Strawberry, Sriracha Mayo, Ponzu, Yuzu Jalapeno, Honey Wasabi, Toasted Sesame, or Citrus Miso
Sprinkle Crunchy Toppings – Roasted Seaweed, Bonito Fish Flakes, Onion Crisp, Rice Puff, Sesame Seed, and Garlic Crisp
See the Entire Menu – www.pokidistrict.com/menu
Priced by the number of scoops of protein – Two scoops $10.99, each additional scoop $2
Open Daily – 11:00am – 9:00pm
Poki District
906 F Street, NW
202.851.4867
www.pokidistrict.com
Metro: Gallery Pl-Chinatown, exit 9th and G
Hen Quarter Opening May 9 May 10 In Penn Quarter (750 E St NW)
Ed. Note (Sat, May 6): We heard from Hen Quarter by Twitter that they are opening on Wednesday, May 10.
The sign says it all. Hen Quarter, replacing the former Austin Grill at 750 E St NW, plans to open on Tuesday, May 9 Wednesday, May 10. We’ve seen workers entering and exiting the property and a peek through the window reveals progress that matches the posted May 9 May 10 opening date.
Weschler’s Auctioneers & Appraisers Moving To The Suburbs
Wow…this is news we didn’t expect but we and a few other neighbors received an e-mail Saturday morning about a neighborhood fixture moving. The e-mail originated from Weschler’s Auctioneers & Appraisers at 909 E St NW. Weschler’s will hold its last auction in Penn Quarter on May 23 because it is closing shop in Washington DC and moving to Rockville, Maryland. Again, wow!
From the e-mail:
After 127 years in our Nation’s Capital, Weschler’s will be moving this June!
We would like to express our continued gratitude and sincere thanks for all the support you have given us over the years…we thank you and we truly look forward to sharing Weschler’s next chapter with you.
…Please note that our offices will be closed during the transition and moving time from Memorial Day weekend through June 11, 2017 and NO auctions will be held.
Weschler’s is firmly embedded in our native Washington DC memories from youth through to adulthood. If you want to pick up that Gene Davis downtown while you can then you’ll have your chance at the May 12 Capital Collections auction.
Add’l Note: We learned that the new address for Weschler’s will be 40 West Gude Drive, Rockville, MD, 20850. Unfortunately it’s not really walking distance from the Rockville or Shady Grove Metro stops so you’ll need a car to get there or take the subway followed by the bus.