Chef George Gomes Jr.

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Island son George Gomes Jr. is the new executive chef at the Courtyard King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel.

In the new post, Gomes will oversee all menus, buffets and banquets at the recently renovated property, focusing on the seaside, flagship restaurant, Honu’s on the Beach.

“Our style at Honu’s will be farm-to-table cuisine, with bold, assertive flavors,” said Gomes, who was born and raised on the Big Island. “Our menu will be ingredient-driven, utilizing as many local products as possible.”

Serving most recently as executive chef at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Gomes brings a wealth of culinary experience to the Kona dining scene.

In the 1990s, he teamed up with Chef Jean-Marie Josselin to enhance menus and service at restaurants on Oahu, Maui and Kauai.

In 2000, he became corporate executive chef of Tri-Star/Jas Restaurant Group, establishing eateries in Waikiki and Maui.

In addition to dazzling diners in Hawaii, Chef Gomes has been a guest chef in New York City, Washington D.C., Las Vegas and Taipei, Taiwan.

“I anticipate using my experience in cultures and cuisine to enhance our food and service,” Gomes said. “We look forward to welcoming our kamaaina back to our newly renovated property.”

Honu’s is open 6-10:30 a.m. for breakfast and 5:30-9 p.m. daily for dinner. The popular Prime Rib and Seafood Buffet is 5:30-9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.

Reservations are recommended; call 329-2911.

Courtyard King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel is a 452-room resort located on 13 beachfront acres. Adjacent to Kailua Pier, the area comprises a significant historical site, King Kamehameha the Great’s final residence.

Courtyard King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel is a sponsor of the Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament, annual Kona Brewers Festival, Ford Ironman Triathlon, and other signature local, national, and international events.

Pacifica Hotel Company, owner of Courtyard King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel, focuses on hotel acquisition and development in key coastal regions, and on premium hotel brand development in strategic and emerging markets in California, Florida, and Hawaii.

Pacifica Hotel Company owns and manages properties in cities from San Diego to San Francisco as well as in Port St. Lucie, FL that feature superior locations, AAA 3-diamond ratings, insightful amenities and high standards of guest service.

— Find out more:
www.konabeachhotel.com
www.pacificahotels.com