Searcys appoints new restaurant executive chef
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Searcys announces the appointment of its new Executive Chef for Restaurants , Thomas Piat . With a wealth of experience working in kitchens across the world , Piat brings his rich classical and international culinary expertise to the company ’ s growing portfolio of brasseries and Champagne bars .
Having graduated with a degree in culinary arts from the prestigious Ecole Hôtelière de Paris in 2005 , Piat ’ s career in hospitality spans 20 years . He has worked in some of the top international establishments , from the Mandarin Oriental in London to Jòia with Hélène Darroze in Paris and spent 10 years in New York and London with chef Daniel Boulud .
One of the UK ’ s oldest British caterers , Searcys is in residence at unique , historical venues across the UK including The Pump Room at the Roman Baths , The Gherkin , St Pancras International and Battersea Power Station . With over 175 years ’ experience in delivering high quality events and experiences , Searcys prides itself on offering a taste of indulgence , serving fresh , seasonal dishes that focus on sustainability , alongside extensive Champagne and wine lists , paired with world-class service .
Prior to joining Searcys , he spent three years across the pond in Florida , working as a Private Chef in Miami before becoming the Executive Chef of Palm Beach members club , Carriage House .
Working across Searcys collection of nine restaurants and bars , Piat has launched Autumn menus for the Searcys Brasserie at St Pancras , focusing on the best of British ingredients . With focus on seasons , dishes in a true brasserie style include Shetland mussels mariniere , Slow-cooked porchetta with celeriac , Seared seabream fillet with charred broccolini , 48-day dry-aged Lake District sirloin steak , and Cauliflower steak with curry coconut yogurt , which are available on the all-day dining menus , alongside a curated Champagne and English Sparkling wine list . Piat will also lead on the menu concepts for Searcys upcoming openings , including the newly launched Battersea Champagne Bar .
On his appointment , Thomas Piat comments : “ I am thrilled to be joining the Searcys family and working with the talented chefs at our landmark venues . With a rich history of over 175 years at the heart of London ’ s hospitality scene , Searcys is committed to only using impeccably sourced , seasonal British produce , which I hope to blend with elements of my heritage , utilising French and international flavours and cooking techniques to make the ingredients really shine .” www . searcys . co . uk | @ searcyslondon
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