“These restaurants will without a doubt change the benchmark for what dining is and will be in tribal casinos moving forward. “I am genuinely excited for the next chapter in my career and the opportunity to work alongside such a dynamic team that will take the dining scene at Viejas to a whole new level,” said Votta. During his schooling, he worked under Michael Mina at Nobhill and later Bourbon Steak inside the Four Seasons Washington, D.C.

Votta grew up in Las Vegas where he later attended the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, receiving a bachelor’s in Culinary Arts Management. Previously, he was the Chef de Cuisine at MB Post, Los Angeles’ hot spot under David LeFevre. Votta most recently was the Executive Chef of The MINA Test Kitchen, Chef Mina’s namesake R & D lab, where he developed and tested menus. The 159 all-suite tower will be an adults-only, tranquil retreat featuring the finest amenities including a lush new saltwater pool a luxurious spa, salon, and fitness center and three new restaurant concepts offering delectable fare. The new tower is designed as a resort within a resort, where a holistic approach to the guest experience will be customized to promote wellness. The Forbes Travel Guide 4 Star rated, AAA 4 Diamond rated Viejas Casino & Resort will open a new luxury tower called Willows Hotel & Spa on Thursday, Feb.

“He’s greatly admired and I look forward to seeing his talented influence take guests to a new culinary level.” “Antonio’s creativity and innovative ideas will be a game changer for our new restaurants,” said Viejas Vice President of Food and Beverage, David Duran. His focus in this new role will be highlighting the very best locally sourced bounties for the farm-to-table inspired menus. Janu(Alpine) - Viejas Casino & Resort has announced Antonio Votta as Executive Chef of Willows Hotel & Spa’s new restaurants, Locale and Ginger Noodle Bar. Votta brings more than 10 years of experience to Willows Hotel & Spa’s culinary destinations Facebook Journalism Project covid-19 reporting.

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