NEW ORLEANS, La. – The Windsor Court has announced Alexander Kuzin as the property’s new chef de cuisine.
Overseeing The Grill Room, The Polo Club, Le Salon, and Café Anglais, Kuzin will evolve the direction of The Grill Room with a new dinner menu introduction while guiding the culinary teams.
“Chef Alex’s experience and knowledge is a great pairing to our culinary and beverage team,” says Ralph Mahana, general manager, The Windsor Court. “His previous leadership in luxury hotels’ food and beverage along with energy and enthusiasm for New Orleans, brings a perfect complement to The Windsor Court.”
Growing up in south Florida, Kuzin’s cooking journey began at Le Cordon Blue Culinary College in Miami earning an associate of science degree in culinary arts, then gaining a bachelor of science in culinary management at the International Culinary Schools at the Art Institute in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Kuzin pursued his food and beverage passion in Florida with great success as chef de cuisine at both Loews Miami Beach and Nobu EDEN Roc Miami Beach among others roles and restaurants.
“I am honored to join The Windsor Court team and its food scene in the city. Being a part of this renowned hotel with its service and offerings at [the] next level is a significant accomplishment for me,” says Kuzin. “The new Grill Room menu is a beautiful collective effort from our culinary team and continues to showcase top-end, quality ingredients with a few more vegetable-forward options.”
A hotel news release states “The Grill Room at Windsor Court combines elegance, an intimate ambiance, and unparalleled service along with one of the most extensive wine collections in the city. Showcasing the talents of renowned chefs, including executive chef Vlad Kogan, The Grill Room presents modern, American cuisine.”
Just steps away from the French Quarter, the hotel presents an on-the-go eatery; fine dining fare; a classic cocktail lounge featuring live jazz; a rooftop pool with a cabana-style bar; and a full-service, luxury spa and wellness experience.
