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2024 | 2023

Preston Paine named 2024 Chef of the Year at Tastemaker Awards

Paine has experience in fine dining establishments like Eleven Madison Park in New York City and most recently worked for Exxir Hospitality in Bishop Arts, but it’s at The Crescent Hotel where he gets to really show off. Paine oversees two hotel restaurants: Emilia’s – one of 16 nominees for Best New Restaurant of the Year – and The Blue Room, an opulent fine dining experience featuring New American dishes with next-level presentation not found anywhere else in Fort Worth. Paine’s restaurant philosophy: refined food, detailed service, and encouraging guests to linger over a meal with loved ones.

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Elevated Texas Ingredients and Unforgettable Hospitality

The Blue Room was featured in PaperCity Magazine, highlighting the elevated culinary journey. The article explores our newest tasting menu, thoughtfully curated by Executive Chef Preston Paine, and concludes with a powerful reflection on what truly sets the experience apart, our team.

“It’s not just the food, it’s the people… the sommelier, the waitress, and Preston himself, it was just such a joy to watch this team do what they love.”

We are proud to be recognized not only for our cuisine, but for the hospitality and care that defines every guest interaction.

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