Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel in California Appoints Zach Dallessandro as Executive Chef

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. June 04, 2015

SANTA MONICA, CA. - June 4, 2015. Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel has announced the appointment of Zach Dallessandro as Executive Chef. A seasoned chef whose career has taken him to dining hotspots on both sides of the country, Dallessandro oversees all culinary operations and menu creation at the 347-room oceanfront property including the signature restaurant Ocean & Vine, Papillon Lounge, Beach Barn, poolside dining, in-room dining and all banquet functions.

"Zach's impressive culinary talent is indicative of the broad experience he has earned at hotel dining operations across the country, and we are very pleased to have him leading the kitchen and enhancing the menus here at Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel," said Paul Leclerc, General Manager.

Dallessandro joins Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel from Loews Madison Hotel in Washington, D.C., where he served as Executive Chef/Director of Food and Beverage for almost three years. In his dual role, he assisted in the opening of the Argentinian steakhouse, Rural Society, partnering with Iron Chef Jose Garces. Previously, Dallessandro was Executive Sous Chef at Loews Miami Beach Hotel where he was instrumental in redeveloping the hotel's amenity program, the Loews Loves Kids program.

Dallessandro began his career as a line cook at age 16, and by age 18 he was attending Sullivan University in Louisville, Ky., where he received dual degrees in Culinary and Baking and Pastry Arts. After graduation, Dallessandro relocated to Indianapolis where he worked as Executive Sous Chef at Something Different; it was named the premier fine-dining restaurant in Indianapolis two months after Dallessandro joined. He then went on to open the Indianapolis Marriott, moving quickly to Executive Sous Chef while assisting as a culinary trainer at seven Marriott properties over seven years.

About Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel

Situated on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel is one of Los Angeles' most celebrated beachfront hotels. A top-to-bottom makeover brings exquisitely-restored marble floors, a beautifully reconceived lobby and a transformed oceanfront pool deck with oversized loungers that can be enjoyed while soaking up a magnificent sunset. Additional hotel features include 347 spacious guestrooms and suites, two restaurants and lounges, an eco-conscious spa and wellness center, and immediate proximity to Santa Monica's premier attractions. For more information, please call 310-458-6700 or visit www.santamonicaloewshotel.com.

About Loews Hotels & Resorts

Headquartered in New York City, Loews Hotels & Resorts has three distinct brands, Loews Hotels & Resorts, Loews Regency and OE Collection. The company owns and/or operates 23 hotels and resorts across the U.S. and Canada, including the newly acquired Loews Regency San Francisco, situated in the heart of San Francisco's Financial District and the new 400-room Loews Chicago which debuted downtown in March 2015. Loews Sapphire Falls Resort, the fifth hotel in partnership with Universal Orlando, will open in June 2016. Located in major city centers and resort destinations from coast to coast, the Loews portfolio features one-of-a-kind properties that go beyond Four Diamond standards to delight guests with exciting, approachable and local travel experiences. For reservations or more information about Loews Hotels & Resorts, call 1-800-23-LOEWS or visit: www.loewshotels.com.

Media Contact:
Sarah Murov
Loews Hotels & Resorts
smurov@loewshotels.com
212-521-2495

Ashley Fenton
Hawkins International PR
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