Desmond Lim, Executive Chef, Trump SoHo New York, launches new in-room dining menu (United States)
Desmond Lim brings a wealth of experience to his role as Executive Chef at Trump Soho New York.Chef Lim oversees the banquet and in-room dining operations for the 391-room AAA Five Diamond luxury hotel which features over 12,000 square feet of meeting and event space. |
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Desmond Lim, Executive Chef, Trump SoHo New York, launches new in-room dining menu (United States)
Desmond Lim brings a wealth of experience to his role as Executive Chef at Trump Soho New York.Chef Lim oversees the banquet and in-room dining operations for the 391-room AAA Five Diamond luxury hotel which features over 12,000 square feet of meeting and event space. |
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Chef Lim fashions modern cooking cuisine that complements Trump Soho’s luxurious ambiance and draws from his extensive experience cooking at some of the finest establishments in New York and Las Vegas.One of Lim’s strengths is his ability to blend cuisines and cooking styles, a talent that is often leveraged at elegant Trump Soho weddings. He enjoys creating unique pairings and dishes that reflect couples’ cultural backgrounds. Lim often cooks with fresh ingredients from the hotel’s rooftop garden, including basil, chive, cilantro, oregano, rosemary and sage. For example, the skirt steak with chimichurri sauce,a signature in-room dining dish, incorporates the garden’s parsley and oregano.
Chef Lim is a graduate of The French Culinary Institute where he specialized in classic French cooking. Lim began his career honing his skills on food flavors, blending and ingredients, and has since gained 10 years of additional culinary experience. Upon completion of his culinary training, Lim went on to work with acclaimed chefs includingMichael Mina, Todd English and Julian Serranoat The Bellagio Resort and Casino; Chef Carla Pellegino at Rao’s; and Le Cirque,a renowned traditional French restaurant in New York City.Lim joined the Trump Soho team over two years ago as executive sous chef where he was responsible for food menu planning in all outlets and for training of all new and current line associates. He has since developed his expertise, incorporating his education and knowledge to create elevated and unforgettable dining experiences at Trump Soho.
A native of Jamaica, Lim began his culinary interest as a young child watching his mother and father cook authentic Asian cuisine at home. He often found himself assisting friends and familywho owned restaurants, and aspired to one day apply that knowledge to a career of his own. In Chef Lim’s spare time he enjoys snowboarding, traveling and attending food tours.
Some background on the new in-room dining menu:Wide SelectionThe extensive 16-page in-room dining menu allows guests of Trump SoHo to enjoy exceptional gourmet meals in the privacy and comfort of their luxurious rooms, 24-hours a day. Chef Lim brings his experience in modern cuisine to the new menu with options appealing to every guest, from those with dietary specifications to children who may be picky eaters.
Healthy OfferingsAs Chef Lim takes pride in using only the freshest ingredients – including produce and spices grown on the hotel’s rooftop garden, health-conscious guests will enjoy the menu’s lighter fare, such as the Green Machine or Antioxidant smoothies, Healthy Heart or Fitness breakfasts, and Poached Maine Lobster Salad.
International DelightsTrump SoHo’s international guests will feel right at home with the in-room dining menu’s unparalleled International Breakfast Meals, featuring authentic Chinese, European, Greek, Japanese, Mexican, and Scandinavian dishes. Also featured are Asian Delights, including Samosas, Thai Coconut Green Curry, Tandoori Chicken Salad, and Grilled Korean Short Ribs. For guests seeking a taste of New York, the menu features sandwiches inspired by Manhattan’s neighborhoods, including the L.E.S. Reuben, Chelsea Market Lobster Roll, SoHo Smoked Chicken Club, Hell’s Kitchen BBQ Chicken, and the Village Club.
A few sample story ideas:· Around the World Breakfast
· Trump Benedict (Four Ways)
· Vacationing and Eating Well
· New York City Specials
· Movie Night – pints of homemade ice cream for an in-room sundae bar
· Burgers Beyond Belief
· Jet-Lag Proof 24-Hour Dining Service
· Fitness Fanatics
· Munchkin Menu – satisfying both parents and kids
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