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Gigi's Tavern Introduces Famed Executive Chef George Telles
Former chef/owner of the award-winning Black Orchid Café and chef de cuisine of the five-star Plum Room
has innovative plans for the Boca Raton restaurant's menu

BOCA RATON, Fla. - Gigi's Tavern at Mizner Park in Boca Raton has named George E. Telles as the restaurant's new executive chef. Most recently, the award-winning chef was owner and executive chef of The Black Orchid Café in Fort Lauderdale, which served local, national and international patrons for more than 10 years. Previously, Telles was Chef de Cuisine at The Plum Room, the exclusive landmark restaurant on the second floor of Yesterday's in Fort Lauderdale.

At Gigi's Tavern, Telles is reuniting with Gigi's General Manager Michael D'Agnese, with whom he collaborated at The Plum Room to ultimately establish it as one of the most renowned five-star restaurants in South Florida.

"We are incredibly fortunate to have George here. He is well known in South Florida for his culinary expertise," said Warren Blasland, owner of Gigi's Tavern. "He was instrumental in putting The Plum Room and The Black Orchid Café on the map with his incredibly creative menus so we are very excited to share his plans for Gigi's with our guests."

Exciting new menu additions are Maine Lobster ala Whiskey, Roast Loin of Elk, Filet of Beef "Wellington," Lobster Truffle Macaroni & Cheese, Swordfish "Kennebunkport," Bananas Foster, and many more… Telles will preview his fall/winter menu along with other specials at a 5-Course Menu and Wine Tasting Dinner on Thursday, November 15 and the complete new menu will be revealed on Friday, November 16. Reservations are recommended for both dates.

Gigi's Tavern is located at beautiful Mizner Park in Boca Raton. With indoor and outdoor seating, live music and a popular happy hour, Gigi's welcomes guests with a warm atmosphere and deliciously prepared contemporary American cuisine. Exciting specials and monthly events can be found at www.gigis.com and at www.LivingFLA.com. An ideal location for special events such as weddings, engagement parties, anniversaries, holidays and corporate parties, Gigi's Tavern offers a customized menu and specialized event planning assistance. Call (561) 368-4488 for reservations, private parties and more information.

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