Pacific Hospitality Group\u2019s Hotel Granduca Austin is proud to announce its signature restaurant and bar, Laurel, is now open.\u00a0The menu at Laurel showcases ingredients from the Texas Hill Country while drawing inspiration from Italian coastal cuisine and adding a modern flair.<\/p>\n
\u201cIn creating Laurel, we wanted to offer guests a relaxed yet elegant atmosphere leaving them with a memorable experience, from the food to the drinks to the atmosphere,\u201d said Hotel Granduca General Manager David Putnicki. \u201cWhile our aesthetic is rooted in Italian beauty, we wanted the menu to be rooted in the deep bounty of the Texas Hill Country with a focus on wholesome menu items while keeping some of the classic Italian favorites so guests can truly live a sense of \u2018la dolce vita.\u2019\u201d<\/p>\n
At the helm of Laurel is Executive Chef Tommy Suddeth Jr., who has extensive culinary experience working at legacy hotel groups including Marriott, Hyatt, Wyndham and Horseshoe Bay Resort. Suddeth brings decades of experience in the restaurant industry to oversee all aspects of the culinary operations at Hotel Granduca Austin to help provide an unrivaled guest experience. Suddeth is eager to take part and contribute to the rebranding of the hotel and restaurant.<\/p>\n