It’s not just the staff that’s bustling at The Turquoise Room at La Posada Hotel. There’s plenty going on behind the scenes that will, down the line, yield more of the delicious treats that diners have come to expect there. For starters, the staff is moving its office to a new area of the restaurant; the old “Spam Room” office will be demolished to make room for a patio dining area (scheduled to open next spring) and adjoining chef’s garden. Turquoise Room fans – and they are legion – know … [Read more...] about Winslow Restaurant Gaining More Acclaim
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Winslow Chef Wins Another Accolade
John Sharpe, of The Turquoise Room at Winslow's La Posada Hotel and Gardens, has made the semifinalists' list of Best Chef's released by the James Beard Foundation. The not for profit foundation's purpose is to celebrate, nurture and preserve America's diverse culinary heritage and future. Sharpe, who was first recognized for his culinary skills as a teenager in England, has been celebrated by patrons from around the world. Finalists for the James Beard Foundation Restaurant and Chefs … [Read more...] about Winslow Chef Wins Another Accolade
No. AZ Chef Finalist for James Beard Award
In the chef world, the James Beard is the equivalent of an Academy Award. John Sharpe of Winslow's the Turquoise Room is on the short list of finalists. The Turquoise Room is part of the historic La Posada hotel. Sharpe began his career 50 years ago while still a teen. He was an apprentice chef at the Majestic Hotel in Harrogate, England, the only 5 star hotel in the northern part of the country. He has been earning accolades since then, in cities around the world. In Winslow, … [Read more...] about No. AZ Chef Finalist for James Beard Award
