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PASADENA, Calif. – December 10, 2009 – The Langham Huntington is thrilled to announce that Chef de Cuisine Michael Voltaggio of The Dining Room is the winner of season six of Bravo’s EMMY and James Beard Award-winning series, Top Chef. Chef Michael Voltaggio was one of 17 “cheftestants” to compete on the series, alongside his brother, Bryan Voltaggio. In a nail biting finale, Michael was named Top Chef.
“It was a bittersweet ending to a highly competitive journey,” said Michael Voltaggio. “It was an honor to be named Top Chef but even more of an honor to cook with such professionals as Jennifer, Kevin and of course, my brother, Bryan, in one of the most important meals of our lives. I am humbled by having the opportunity to witness such talent first-hand and I value the continued support of fans, friends, family and those who occupy the seats at our tables,” he continued.
Currently, Michael Voltaggio is Chef de Cuisine of the Michelin star-awarded Dining Room at The Langham Huntington Hotel, just minutes from downtown Los Angeles in Pasadena, California, which showcases his artfully-inspired Modern American cuisine. Some of his signature items on the menu include Pacific Yellowtail with soy-watermelon, sea sponge and fresh wasabi; Rougie Foie Gras with grapefruit-campari puree, parsnip and soy caramel; and Pastrami Pigeon with rye infused jus, brussels-kraut and puffed gruyere cheese.
The Dining Room is open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday starting at 6:00 p.m. The restaurant will continue operation into 2010 and is scheduled to undergo a full renovation in the second quarter, with exact dates of closure to be announced. The restaurant will reopen with a new name and a more modern, sophisticated look and feel developed by The Johnson Studio, more closely matching Chef Voltaggio’s exciting, innovative cuisine.
“We are thrilled about Chef Michael Voltaggio’s performance on Top Chef and continue to be impressed with the innovative culinary techniques he brings to The Dining Room,” said Martin P. Nicholson, Managing Director of The Langham Huntington, Pasadena. “We look forward to Chef Voltaggio taking the helm of our new restaurant in 2010 and providing exceptional culinary experiences for our guests.”
In addition to being named Top Chef, Michael Voltaggio’s other accolades include a Michelin star and a 3.5 star review in the San Francisco Chronicle for his cuisine at Charlie Palmer’s Dry Creek Kitchen; a 4 Star review from the Los Angeles Times as Chef de Cuisine of The Bazaar; and noteworthy recognition from local and national media including The New York Times, USA Today, The Washington Post, Food & Wine magazine, Gourmet and Travel + Leisure.
For more information or to make a reservation, dial (626) 585-6218 or visit www.thediningroom-langham.com Fans can also follow The Dining Room on twitter at http://twitter.com/thediningroom
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Arroyo Magazine’s November Food Issue highlights Chef Michael Voltaggio’s participation on Top Chef and his big splash on the culinary scene in Pasadena. Enjoy!
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The cover story provides a sneak peek at the plans for The Dining Room’s upcoming transformation into a cutting-edge gourmet luxury destination restaurant in 2010 and reveals Chef Voltaggio’s passion for experimenting and creating unexpected, yet memorable food.
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Innovative small plates feature artfully inspired ‘New American Cuisine’
PASADENA, Calif. – July 31, 2009 – The Dining Room at The Langham, Huntington Hotel & Spa is pleased to announce Chef de Cuisine Michael Voltaggio’s new menu, debuting on Friday, July 31. Chef Voltaggio’s menu features a selection of innovative small plates showcasing artfully inspired New American cuisine prepared using classic discipline and modern trends. Utilizing the bounty of seasonal produce that California offers while showcasing the best quality ingredients from around the globe, Chef Voltaggio’s menu encourages a multi-course experience, allowing guests to create their own culinary journey tailored to their specific tastes.
The menu is comprised of small savory and sweet plates, ranging from the lightest to the heaviest dish. Chef Voltaggio recommends that each guest choose three dishes from the savory section and one dessert, along with beverage pairings, to fully experience the diversity of the menu.
Some new menu items include: Tomato Tartare with parmesan over-easy and tapenade powders; Pacific Yellowtail with soy-watermelon, sea sponge and fresh wasabi; Rougie Foie Gras with grapefruit-compari puree, parsnip and soy caramel; Pastrami Pigeon with rye infused jus, brussels-kraut and puffed gruyere cheese; Wagyu Short Rib with textures of broccoli, tamarind and horseradish styrofoam; and Miso Strawberry Shortcake with nitro frozen yogurt and tarragon-arugula.
For the complete menu, please visit http://www.thediningroom-langham.com/food.html
Chef Voltaggio joined The Dining Room in July of 2009 following a year as Executive Chef of The Bazaar by José Andrés at The SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif. He is also a contestant on season six of Bravo’s EMMY and James Beard Award-winning series, Top Chef.
For the last two years in a row, The Dining Room at The Langham, Huntington Hotel & Spa has been awarded a coveted one-star rating from the Michelin guide. The honor follows The Dining Room’s “Best Service” and extraordinary scores in the 2009 Zagat Los Angeles/Southern California Restaurants Guide along with numerous other accolades such as Gourmet magazine’s “60 World’s Best Hotel Dining Rooms,” a 3 Star Rating by The Los Angeles Times, “50 Best Hotel Restaurants” by Food & Wine and California Homes Magazine’s “#1 Hotel Restaurant.” The Dining Room will feature Chef Voltaggio’s new menu through the remainder of 2009 and will undergo a renovation and repositioning in early 2010.
The Dining Room is open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday with seating from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. For additional information or to make a reservation, dial (626) 585-6218 or visit www.thediningroom-langham.com
Fans can also follow The Dining Room on twitter at http://twitter.com/thediningroom
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