New Executive Chef Arrives at
The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort
Chef John Palacio
Leigh Cort Publicity
Representing: www.KingandPrince.com
St. Simons Island, GA (August 2014)
Chef John Palacio, known for his distinctive French training combined with coast-to-coast American Cuisine, has been named the new Executive Chef for the historic King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort.
Palacio began his hospitality career at 15, working at the Red Lion Inn in Omaha, Nebraska. Comfortable in front of guests at a young age, he prepared tableside specialties like Steak Diane and Cherries Jubilee. Developing the disciplines necessary for success during four years of global assignments in the US Marines, he returned home to follow his dream and begin a professional culinary path at numerous Westin Hotels while attending cooking school.
It may have been his three year apprenticeship at the Westin Bonaventure in Los Angeles that changed everything for Palacio, as he received the American Culinary Federation’s coveted ‘Apprentice of the Year’ in Los Angeles County. Traversing the country at prominent Westin’s from Santa Clara and Kansas City to Tucson and then Beverly Hills, he found himself catering to the stars, most notably during the Emmy Awards in the late 1980’s.
At The King and Prince’s oceanfront restaurant ECHO, the ECHO Lobby Bar and extensive private catering locations throughout the Hotel, Chef John Palacio is already creating harmonious culinary textures and beautiful plate presentations. It is with his vast flavor palates, knowledge and tools that he provides a unique experience for each guest.
Most recently, Chef Palacio was the Executive Chef at Starwood’s Porter Steak House in Chattanooga, Tennessee. When he’s not in the kitchen, Palacio can be found outside in the tomato garden or canning his tomatoes. “Each day I want to personally meet our guests to let them know I am available to make their visit memorable ~ from a birthday party or wedding reception to their casual dining experience filled with culinary surprises. I am elated with my choice to take the Executive Chef position at The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort.”
Hotel Director and General Manager Michael Johnson states “We are very excited to add someone with so much talent and expertise to our team. We look forward to introducing Chef John Palacio to our community as the overwhelming response to our new food and beverage concept ECHO for dining and catered events continue”.
The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort
201 Arnold Road
St. Simons Island, Georgia 31522
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