Bacara Resort & Spa Names Vincent Lesage as Executive Chef
SANTA BARBARA, CA. July 7, 2015 - Bacara Resort & Spa in Santa Barbara is pleased to announce the appointment of Vincent Lesage as executive chef.
"Chef Lesage's impressive career includes 3-Star Michelin restaurants in Paris as well as experience at some of the world's most luxurious hotels," said Kathleen Cochran, managing director of Bacara Resort & Spa. "We are thrilled to share in his expertise as we reinvent our culinary program."
After graduating from the Institut Paul Bocuse in Ecully, France, Lesage trained at some of the world's most celebrated establishments, including The Ritz Paris, the Michelin three-star restaurant, L'Astrance, and Michelin three-star restaurant, Bras.
Most recently, Lesage served as Executive Chef of Balboa Bay Resort in Newport Beach where he opened two of the city's only waterfront restaurants, Waterline and A&O Kitchen + Bar. Prior to that, he served as Executive Sous Chef at St. Regis Monarch Beach, managing a culinary team of more than 60.
Today, as Executive Chef of Bacara's renowned culinary program, Lesage will oversee the resort's six dining experiences, including a new signature restaurant opening spring 2016. When asked about his vision for Bacara, Lesage says "I approach every outlet as its own distinct concept. From a healthy breakfast at Spa Cafe to a casual family meal at The Bistro, each experience is unique, and each experience is exceptional."
When Lesage is not in the kitchen, he enjoys spending time with his family and exploring Santa Barbara's museums.
About Bacara Resort & Spa
Bacara Resort & Spa opened in 2000 and quickly established itself as the premier Santa Barbara resort destination. The property features 360 newly-renovated guestrooms and suites, four restaurants and lounges, a four-story spa and wellness center, three swimming pools (two with ocean views), a Foley Wine Tasting Room and 70,000 square feet of function space. Embodying the essence of the American Riviera lifestyle, Bacara is nestled on the bluff and beaches of the Gaviota coast, just 40 miles from Santa Ynez Wine Country and five miles from the Santa Barbara Airport. For reservations or more information, please call (855) 817-9782 or visit www.bacararesort.com.
Contact:
Anne Elcon
aelcon@bacararesort.com
805.571.3186
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