Ovide, located within Hotel Effie Sandestin, an Autograph Collection hotel, proudly announces the launch of its new fall menu, crafted by the talented Executive Chef John Engle. Celebrated for his expertise in Southern and French cuisine, Chef Engle introduces a menu starting October 21, 2024, that marries classic Gulf Coast flavors with Southern culinary traditions.
With over 20 years of culinary experience, Chef Engle has refined his skills in a variety of esteemed settings, from Pescado to the Watercolor Inn and Resort. “It’s an honor to bring my passion for Southern and French cuisine to Ovide, focusing on seasonal and locally sourced ingredients to create a truly unique dining experience,” said Chef Engle.
The new menu at Ovide highlights a selection of mouthwatering dishes that emphasize sustainability and seasonality, including:
- Roasted Kabocha Squash Soup with Chermoula and Crème Fraiche
- Short Rib Grillades & Grits with Fermented Baby Carrots, Crispy Onions, and Whey
- Roasted Whole Gulf Fish with Crispy Panisse, Preserved Lemon Butter, Arugula, and Chermoula
- Roasted Fekete Farms Winter Squash Torteloni with Truffle Mustard Cream, Winter Greens, and Onion Marmalade
- Sweet Potato Cheesecake with Vanilla Cream and Butter Pecan Sauce
We invite you to discover the innovative and flavorful dishes at Ovide this fall, where each bite is a testament to Chef Engle’s commitment to quality and creativity. For reservations and more information, please visit hoteleffie.com/ovide or call 850-351-3030.
About Ovide
An elegant, culinary adventure, Ovide combines classic Gulf Coast flavors with southern culinary traditions. Each dish at Ovide is fueled by a passion for sustainability and seasonality, offering flavors that are as remarkable as they are delicious. HotelEffie.com/dining/ovide | Instagram
About Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection
Hotel Effie Sandestin Autograph Collection, situated on Florida’s Emerald Coast, features 250 guest rooms and suites, four culinary concepts, a luxury spa, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and the only hotel rooftop pool on Florida’s Emerald Coast. The hotel also features 20,000 square feet of meeting space, including a 13,000-square-foot ballroom, and 85,000 sq. ft of meeting space resort-wide. Guests have access to the full complement of Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort amenities including more than seven miles of pristine beaches and bayfront, four championship golf courses, 15 world-class tennis courts, 6 pickleball courts, a 223-slip marina, and more. Additionally, the Village of Baytowne Wharf, a charming pedestrian village with events, shopping, dining and nightlife, is located within walking distance of Hotel Effie. Visit HotelEffie.com to learn more and follow on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn
