Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek Appoints Tom Parlo as Executive Chef
DALLAS, TX. October 20, 2016 - Dallas' most legendary luxury hotel and restaurant is pleased to announce the appointment of Tom Parlo as Executive Chef. Parlo will begin his new journey at Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek in October 2016.
Parlo will oversee the cuisine and menus throughout Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek, with particular emphasis on The Mansion Restaurant, a highly-acclaimed culinary icon in Texas.
Parlo's extraordinary travels have taken him all over the world. While training at Michelin three-star Restaurant Dieter Müller, Michelin two-star Restaurant Gala and Michelin one-star Restaurant Postillon, Parlo refined strong culinary instincts and perfected his technique. As Executive Chef of Mandarin Oriental Miami, Executive Chef at St. Regis Bal Harbour and Director of Culinary at Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables, he cultivated exciting cuisine tailored to discerning palates. Most recently, he was Executive Chef at Hotel Granduca in Austin, Texas.
"I am delighted to welcome Tom to Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek - he brings a wealth of world-class experience, innovative vision and exceptional talent," said Andrea Gates, Managing Director of Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek.
"I am very honored to be appointed Executive Chef," said Parlo. "Texas has passionate local farmers producing excellent ingredients, which I hope to showcase in sophisticated yet accessible cuisine."
The Mansion Restaurant has been a legend in Texas since opening in 1980, developing a reputation for impeccable service and world-class cuisine. A proud heritage of exquisite dining will continue evolving as Executive Chef Tom Parlo leads the restaurant's talented culinary team to offer an immaculate, inviting and authentic Texas experience.
"Farmers who pour love and energy into produce create the finest ingredients, and I truly believe in cooking from the heart," said Parlo.
About Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek®
A legendary icon in Texas, Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek® offers impeccable service and a world-class luxury experience. Built by a cotton magnate in 1925, the hotel retains the intimate ambiance of the 16th-century Italian Renaissance-style private residence it once was and is the original flagship property of the Rosewood Hotels & Resorts global luxury collection. Located in the heart of the city in vibrant Uptown Dallas, Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek® is tucked away in an oasis, blending an incredible heritage with modern amenities. For more information: rosewoodhotels.com/mansion
Contact:
Katie Norwood
katie.norwood@rosewoodhotels.com
+1.214.520.5846
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