106 Jefferson, a Curio Collection by Hilton™ managed by Valor Hospitality Partners, announced the appointment of Sam Buchanan as executive chef. The accomplished gastronomic expert will oversee all culinary operations at the 115-room lifestyle hotel’s two food and beverage concepts, Revivalist and Baker & Able.
Buchanan brings nearly three decades of culinary expertise to 106 Jefferson. As executive chef, he is responsible for daily operations and team management for all food and beverage services. He leads a team of 14 staff members, develops curated menus for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, in-room dining, banquets and private events and more. Buchanan takes great pride in working with like-minded individuals to continually exceed guest expectations and create memories that will last a lifetime.
“106 Jefferson is a stellar property that does an incredible job of making guests – whether they’re from out of town or our backyard here in Huntsville – feel welcome and at home. It’s an honor to be the executive chef and oversee the hotel’s fantastic dining venues,” said Buchanan. “It feels like a true culmination of my experience to be back in my hometown, and I couldn’t be more excited.”
Previously, Buchanan worked as an executive chef in numerous esteemed restaurants in cities across the country, including Birmingham, Nashville and Atlanta. His impressive culinary journey includes tenures at world-renowned establishments such as the three-Michelin-starred French Laundry in Yountville, California, where he served as chef de partie under Chef Thomas Keller, and the acclaimed Le Bernardin in New York City, working alongside Chef Eric Ripert.
“Chef Buchanan has already become an invaluable member of our team,” said Jeremy Sadler, general manager of 106 Jefferson. “He’s helped bring several new initiatives to life, such as our weekly Tacos & Tequila and Wine Down Wednesdays specials, and we can’t wait to see how his expertise continues to elevate the property and guest experience.”
For more information about 106 Jefferson, visit www.106jefferson.com and follow along on Instagram and Facebook.
ABOUT 106 JEFFERSON
106 Jefferson, a Curio Collection hotel by Hilton™, is a 115-room lifestyle hotel, located in Huntsville’s historic Twickenham district. Rooted in southern hospitality, 106 Jefferson is expertly designed to reflect the pioneer spirit of the area that began during the space age and continues today. Firmly planted at the center of science and technology, yet rooted in Southern hospitality, 106 Jefferson reflects the lofty aspirations and local charm of the Huntsville community, with subtle nods to its rich history found throughout the property. Guests and locals can dine at Revivalist, the parlor-style chef-driven restaurant and bar, and Baker & Able, the property’s rooftop lounge, boasting panoramic views of the city. For more information about 106 Jefferson, visit www.106jefferson.com.
ABOUT CURIO COLLECTION BY HILTON
Curio Collection by Hilton is a global upper upscale portfolio of more than 100 one-of-a-kind hotels and resorts handpicked for their distinct character. Curio Collection properties offer travelers authentic, curated experiences through distinctly local offerings and unexpected amenities. Each hotel is part of the destination it calls home, from urban landmark properties to grand beach resorts. Curio Collection offers guests the ability to experience independent hotels, while providing the benefits of Hilton and its award-winning guest loyalty program.
ABOUT VALOR HOSPITALITY PARTNERS
Valor Hospitality Partners is a full-service hotel underwriting, acquisition, development, management, and asset management company. With 90+ hotels its international portfolio, Valor Hospitality offers an array of services, including site selection, product and brand selection, entitlements, financing solutions, conceptual design, project management, procurement, technical services, pre-opening, and operations management. Valor also provides consulting services on a wide range of project scenarios, including working with new or existing ownership groups on reviewing site selection, assessing feasibility studies and project budgets, compiling project budgets, and underwriting. For more information, visit valorhospitality.com or connect with Valor on Facebook and LinkedIn.
