USA, Islamorada, Florida. July 10, 2018

Ciao Hound Italian Kitchen & Bar, the signature restaurant of Postcard Inn Beach Resort & Marina, welcomes Eduardo Rodrigues as executive chef. With an extensive background leading upscale South Florida hotels and resorts, Rodrigues will command the day-to-day culinary operations of the recently re-opened Ciao Hound Italian Kitchen & Bar and soon-to-open Postcard Inn Beach Resort & Marina.

"We are thrilled to have Chef Eduardo lead our culinary initiatives," said Eddie Sipple, regional general manager of Islamorada Resort Company. "Under his guidance, I have no doubt that both Ciao Hound and Postcard Inn Beach Resort & Marina's special events, menus and consistency in quality and taste will grow."

Rodrigues presents more than 18 years of experience, most recently at Amara Cay Resort, Postcard Inn Beach Resort & Marina's sister property. Before joining Amara Cay Resort, he managed four different properties and over 100 employees as executive chef of Miccosukee Resort & Gaming in Miami, Fla. During a prior executive chef position, Rodrigues orchestrated catering, budget control and personnel for the three restaurants of historic National Hotel in Miami Beach. He previously established himself in the private club sector as executive chef of the elite Williams Island Property Owners Association in Aventura, Fla. and Grand Bay Club in Key Biscayne. In these roles, Rodrigues directed the clubs' event catering and restaurants while overseeing an expansive personnel team and inventory.

"I am honored to join the team at Postcard Inn Beach Resort & Marina," said Eduardo Rodrigues, executive chef of Postcard Inn Beach Resort & Marina. "Islamorada inspires me and I look forward to providing memorable experiences for our guests through fresh, island flavors."

Re-opened following Hurricane Irma's impact, Ciao Hound Italian Kitchen & Bar features classic Italian comfort food that pairs the iconic flavors of Tuscany with local ingredients, patio seating, Edison-style bistro lights and dynamic dishes including Grilled Mahi Mahi Puttanesca, Linguini Vongole and Garlic-Rosemary Basted Tuscan Sirloin Steak. Catering to a wide array of palettes, Ciao Hound offers an outdoor-carpeted retreat for four-legged family members. Pups may enjoy personal play toys, water bowls, a 'Ruff Life' leash rack and plush dog beds. A specific menu caters to canine cuisine with items such as Hot Diggity Dog, Hen House Chicken Strips, Happy Puppyand The Half Hounder.

Due to damage caused by Hurricane Irma, Postcard Inn Beach Resort & Marina is closed for repairs and scheduled to re-open in the near future. Presenting 145 guestrooms, suites and cottages, the 15-acre, oceanfront resort is recognized as a 'Top Resort in the Florida Keys' by Conde Nast Travelerreaders. Postcard Inn Beach Resort & Marina will offer 'boathouse chic' accommodations, three resort dining options, including the beloved and historic Tiki Bar, made famous for its creation of the original Rum Runner cocktail in 1972. Presenting a myriad of water activities including inshore and offshore fishing, non-motorized water sports, boat slips, beachside games, and pool diversions, guests of Postcard Inn Beach Resort & Marina enjoy endless, playful distractions.

For more information about Chef Rodrigues or to follow Postcard Inn Beach Resort & Marina's progress, please visit www.holidayisle.com or call 305.664.2321.