The Westgate Hotel
1055 Second Ave. San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 238-1818
www.westgatehotel.com

Hailing from Normandy, Chef Fabrice Hardel learned the art of French cooking from an early age. One of his childhood favorites and quintessential French dish has its own dedicated made-to-order station at the hotel’s acclaimed brunch. Celebrate the mom in your life at the Westgate’s Mother Day Champagne Brunch from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.  Or treat mom to a pinkies up tea and nibble French pastries and delicate tea sandwiches on Friday, May 11 and Saturday, May 12 from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Reservations can be made online or by calling 619-238-1818.

Photo below: Strawberry and chocolate crêpe at Sunday Brunch

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The Mentor Dinner

After 30 years in the culinary industry, you can bet a chef either hates him/herself or thrives off the art of creativity and hospitality. I believe Jason McLoed of Consortium Holdings falls under the latter category. This kind Canadian has maneuvered his way around some amazing kitchens, picking up the detailed skills of masters all around him.

One of his most respectable skills is his ability to create an environment that fosters creativity, drive, team camaraderie and excellence in hospitality. You see this in all the CH concepts. This was particularly why I was so curious in attending the Mentor Dinner he quietly promoted.