Courtesy/News Source: bwhotelier.businessworld.in

INTERCONTINENTAL Chennai Mahabalipuram, the luxury beach resort appointed Lawrence Amalraj as its Executive Chef. With an inclination towards rendering simple yet delicious dishes, Chef Lawrence Amalraj takes charge as the new Executive Chef at InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort. As an optimist with an adaptable personality, the stalwart chef is in charge of the daily operations of the F&B outlets and bringing culinary innovation to the forefront.

Chef Lawrence comes with 18 years of experience, having served in Hotels such as the Taj Club House, Raddisson Blu and DoubleTree by Hilton. His strong pre-opening expertise is visible in the launch and management of new food and beverage outlets. His operational intelligence has helped in creating seamless and smooth management of the kitchen, making him a favourite of the staff and guests alike. 

To satiate his culinary inquisitiveness, Chef Lawrence has gone on gastronomic adventures to Greece, Spain, Italy and Germany. Apart from being an expert in western and Mediterranean cooking, Chef Lawrence specialises in Japanese and Mangalorean cuisine as well.

Speaking of his new role. Chef Lawrence Amalraj said, “I am excited to create new and interesting dishes at InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram with a young and innovative team and being so close to the sea, the possibilities with fresh catches are endless”