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Taste of Waldorf Astoria crowns winner

A panel of culinary experts selected the winner of the Taste of Waldorf Astoria from five dishes created in the kitchens of Waldorf Astoria Berlin, Rome Cavalieri, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian, La Quinta Resort & Club, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, and Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund. The winning dish, Celery Risotto Alla Waldorf, was a collaboration between chefs Heinz Beck and David Posey.

The winner of the Taste of Waldorf Astoria was Celery Risotto Alla Waldorf.
The winner of the Taste of Waldorf Astoria was Celery Risotto Alla Waldorf.

The panel of four judges included Hilton Worldwide Corporate Chef Americas Master Chef of France Marc Ehrler, Bon Appétit Restaurant & Drinks Editor Andrew Knowlton, James Beard Foundation Director of Sponsorships Yvon Ros, and culinary and travel expert Nilou Motamed.

“[Taste of Waldorf] was a testament to Waldorf Astoria’s commitment to innovative culinary excellence and fostering young talent, values we share with James Beard Foundation,” said John T.A. Vanderslice, global head at Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts.

“The James Beard Foundation is dedicated to supporting chefs throughout their professional journey, so it was thrilling to watch these emerging and energetic chefs bring a fresh energy to the kitchens of established masters,” said Susan Ungaro, president of the James Beard Foundation.

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