FORT COLLINS, Colo.,
Oct. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Special
occasions are something to celebrate at the Fort Collins Marriott
with the recent addition of Executive Chef Alberto Avila. Since arriving in May, the
culinary veteran continues to make his mark by shaking up
traditional banquet and catering menus in favor of flavorful,
inspiring cuisine featuring seasonal and locally sourced
ingredients, delighting guests and enhancing event experiences in
Fort Collins.
"We are very pleased to have Executive Chef Alberto Avila oversee culinary operations at the
hotel. Although he has been here only a few months, he has
elevating the food quality to a whole new level. What he is doing
is unmatched, especially with his new banquet offerings. As
sophisticated as they are innovative, Chef is creating notable
dishes that are leaving a positive impression on our guests," says
Hank Van Orden, General Manager,
Fort Collins Marriott.
Nestled at the base of the Rocky Mountains, the modern 229-room
Fort Collins Marriott is part of the Dimension Development Company
portfolio of properties. The hotel is home to elegant venues,
including over 18,000 square feet of total event space.
Additionally, the property has the distinction of being the only
hotel in Northern Colorado to
offer outdoor event space. The exquisite open-air venue can host up
to 250 guests and features a beautiful pergola, providing a
picture-perfect setting for wedding ceremonies, receptions, and
social events.
Savoring the Possibilities
Whether it's breakfast, a
lunch buffet, plated dinner, cocktail reception, or a themed break,
Chef Avila and his team always strive to create extraordinary
moments for groups of all sizes. A graduate of the prestigious
Culinary Institute of America in
New York, Chef Avila brings
extensive experience from his time working in restaurants, hotels,
and resorts across the United
States. Along with managing the day-to-day operations of the
kitchen and banquets, he ensures only the best quality products are
used throughout the property, including Copper Creek
Restaurant.
"I'm always seeking new ways to create unique and memorable
experiences for guests, that wow factor! I regularly work with
local farmers for fresh produce as well as meat providers in
Colorado to source ingredients for
the menus. For me, the emphasis is on local and farm-to-table.
People seem to enjoy it and show their appreciation," says Chef
Avila.
While a range of cuisine including Southwestern, Greek, Italian,
Asian Fusion and more is available, the food offerings also provide
a taste of Colorado with plated lunch selections such as Colorado
Smoked Salmon and dinner buffets featuring Slow-Braised Short Ribs
and Seared Ruby Red Trout with Tomato Artichoke Crudo as options,
along with signature creations, such as Ground Beef Black Angus
Burgers and Kebabs with Micro Basil and Fresh Mint that Avila
created for the menu for smaller banquets.
Located in a vibrant town surrounded by stunning scenery, the
Fort Collins Marriott is minutes from top attractions including
Rocky Mountain National Park, Old
Town Fort Collins, Foothills Shopping Center, and Colorado State University.
For more information, or to book your next stay at Fort
Collins Marriott, visit
https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/ftcco-fort-collins-marriott/
or call 970-226-5200.
Dimension Development Co. was founded in 1988 and
has successfully developed, acquired, and managed full-service,
all-suite, and limited feature hotels. The company's various hotel
partnerships have produced winning combinations in markets
throughout the country. Dimension is a growth-oriented hospitality
management company. Its current portfolio consists of more than 65
hotels across the U.S. with the leading brands: Marriott
International, Inc., Hilton Worldwide, Hyatt Global and Resorts,
and InterContinental Hotel Group.
For more information about Dimension Development Co., please
visit www.dimdev.com
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