Casa Ybel Announces New Executive Chef
SANIBEL ISLAND, FL, December 18, 2006. Casa Ybel Resort, located on the shell-studded sand beaches of Florida's Sanibel Island, has just hired Mark Davidson as Executive Chef for the historic Thistle Lodge restaurant.
Mark Davidson graduated from the Culinary Institute of America and has more than 20 years experience as an executive chef. He has worked in a number of prominent restaurants all over the state of Florida, exuding creativity with his menus, recipes and food presentation. He also has an extensive background in planning special events, private parties and weddings. Davidson looks forward to providing a fresh eye, along with his knowledge and experience, to the Thistle Lodge menu. He will also be creating a new selection of lunch and dinner specials, a new addition to the Thistle Lodge bill of fare.
"We are thrilled to have Mark join our team, he will be a great asset to Thistle Lodge," stated Casa Ybel General Manager Awilda Rivera. "With his prolific background in upscale restaurants we know he is an invaluable addition."
Thistle Lodge was built in the 1890's and has been a favored retreat for historic celebrities including Henry Ford and Thomas Edison. Boasting an atmosphere of romance and serenity, the historic manor overlooks the swaying palms and white sands of Sanibel's beach. Guests can enjoy flavors of Europe, America and the Caribbean indoors or under the Lodge's umbrellas on the outdoor patio. Thistle Lodge is open for lunch and diner daily.
Natural, secluded and exclusive, Casa Ybel Resort epitomizes the sanctuary, old-island spirit of Sanibel. Occupying 23 acres of beachfront property isolated from commercial enterprise, the resort forms a sheltered getaway where romantic surroundings and outdoor recreation attract couples and families alike. Here, travelers have found respite and hospitality since the 1890s.
Casa Ybel was recently listed in Travel + Leisure magazine as one of the Top 20 Family Resorts and 500 Greatest Hotels in the World. Cond'e Nast Traveler has ranked the resort among one of the best places to stay in the world.
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