Chef Kwame Onwuachi is introducing his acclaimed taste, techniques, and expertise to Las Vegas.
The acclaimed chef who won a James Beard Award and is associated with New York City’s Tatiana restaurant
Washington, D.C.’s Dōgon
will lead a Caribbean-themed steakhouse at the SAHARA Las Vegas. A press release
notes
that the eatery called Maroon plans to debut later this year along Sin City’s famous Strip.
Onwuachi finds consistent inspiration from his heritage and connections across the Black and African diaspora.
Top Chef
and
Chef’s Table
the star is also a writer, having penned
My America: Recipes from a Rising African American Chef
and the memoir
Notes from a Rising African AmericanChef
Moreover, the culinary giant is responsible for the yearly “
The Family Reunion
Hosted at the Salamander Resort in Middleburg, Virginia, presented by Kwame Onwuachi.
Onwuachi expressed his enthusiasm for Maroon in an Instagram post towards the end of May. Additionally, he highlighted the history surrounding the upcoming Caribbean steakhouse.
said
“, “Maroon draws inspiration from the
Maroons of Jamaica
, managed to escape from enslavement and established prosperous, self-sufficient settlements far within the mountainous regions. This place celebrates resilience, taste, and liberty with each dish served. There’s no doubt that an Afro-Caribbean eatery has been sorely lacking on the Strip for quite some time.”
What Additional Information Can Be Gleaned About Chef Kwame Onwuachi’s Restaurant Maroon Located on the Las Vegas Strip?
Maroon will mark Onwuachi’s inaugural physical dining establishment on the West Coast. The exact launch date remains confidential for now. This upcoming Caribbean steakhouse from the chef will take over the space previously occupied by Bazaar Meat by José Andrés, set to close in June.
We’ve been closely following Chef Onwuachi’s journey and greatly appreciate the substantial influence he has exerted in cities like New York and Washington, D.C., reshaping their culinary landscapes through his renowned dishes,” stated SAHARA Las Vegas General Manager Paul Hobson. “Here at SAHARA, he will reach an entirely new crowd, and we feel privileged to host him.
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Chef Kwame Onwuachi Plans to Launch Maroon, a Caribbean Steakhouse on the Las Vegas Strip
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