Ernesto Alvarado to Oversee All Culinary Operations at a Luxury Resort in Lake Tahoe
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe welcomes new Executive Chef Ernesto Alvarado
NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – July 13, 2022 – The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe, a luxury AAA Five Diamond resort, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ernesto Alvarado as the property’s new Executive Chef. In this role, he will oversee all culinary operations, menu design, and concept creation, as well as provide guidance and support to the leadership team.
With a career stretching back almost 25 years, Alvarado’s experience spans all realms of the kitchen, from his first job as a dishwasher to working as a chef in various luxury resorts such as The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan in Puerto Rico, Kimpton Seafire Resort & Spa in Grand Cayman; and, most recently, at Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa in Austin, Texas. Born and raised in Puerto Rico, he studied economics at the University of Puerto Rico, but found his true calling in the culinary world. Alvarado firmly believes in August Escoffier’s quote, “Good food is the foundation of genuine happiness.”
“We feel extremely fortunate to have Chef Ernesto joining the Ladies & Gentlemen here in Lake Tahoe,” said Colin Perry, General Manager of The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe. “With his proven track record at several outstanding resorts and a vivid culinary imagination, he is sure to make our property one of the area’s must-visit culinary destinations.”
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe offers guests an array of dining options, each one utilizing fresh and seasonal ingredients. The fine dining setting at Manzanita features California fare and recently earned Wine Spectator’s 2022 Best of Award of Excellence. Grilled dishes and barbecue are served at The Backyard ski-in/ski-out outdoor restaurant. Contemporary cuisine is complemented by views of the Martis Valley in The Living Room, and The Lake Club offers gourmet culinary options on the shore of Lake Tahoe. Finally, mountain views pair with après ski cocktails at Highlands Bar.
For additional details about the property and to confirm hotel reservations at The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe, please contact a travel professional, visit www.ritzcarlton.com/LakeTahoe, or call reservations toll free at 800-241-3333.
About The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe is the first AAA Five Diamond resort in the Lake Tahoe area. Nestled mid-mountain at Northstar California Resort, the resort is a contemporary mountain retreat featuring slope-side ski-in, ski-out access in winter and mountain concierge services for golfing, mountain biking and hiking in the summer. Manzanita, the resort's signature restaurant, features artfully crafted cuisine, combining classical techniques and a modern culinary philosophy, The Backyard Bar & BBQ offers traditional barbeque favorites year-round, and Café Blue serves locally sourced coffee and freshly made juices. Located just six miles from both historic downtown Truckee and the North Shore of Lake Tahoe, the year-round destination resort features 170 guest rooms, 23 private Ritz-Carlton Residences, The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Lake Tahoe with a 17,000 square foot spa and fitness center and an inter-mountain gondola that connects the resort to the nearby Village at Northstar. During the summer months, resort guests can enjoy Lake Club, The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe, an exclusive and elegant waterside venue that offers an accompanying host of amenities including al fresco dining, leisure and water activities, and direct access to the lake. For more information about The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe, visit the website and follow the resort on Instagram (@ritzcarltonlaketahoe) and Facebook (@ritzcarltonlaketahoe).
About The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, LLC
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Chevy Chase, MD., part of Marriott International, Inc., currently operates more than 95 hotels and over 45 residential properties in more than 30 countries and territories. The Ritz-Carlton is proud to participate in the industry’s award-winning loyalty program, Bonvoy. For more information or reservations, visit the company web site at www.ritzcarlton.com, for the latest company updates, visit news.ritzcarlton.com and to join the live conversation, use #RCMemories and follow along on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR).
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