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Emilio's Chef
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03/31/2019 07:26 PM
03/31/2019 07:26 PM
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Posts: 17,527 Ohio
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Can anyone on the island now or who has been there within the past 2 weeks confirm as to if Dino Jagtiani is still the chef at Emilio's? He is still listed as the chef on the website but others "heard" he and some of the "team" had abruptly left Emilio's 2-3 weeks ago. While I did not make it there in my recent visit, several people in my group did go prior to my arrival and indicated they thought it was their best overall dining experience of their trip.
Thank you.
J.D.
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Re: Emilio's Chef
[Re: kim]
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03/31/2019 08:29 PM
03/31/2019 08:29 PM
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Posts: 82,734 Central Florida!
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We've only been there once and we were underwhelmed also, but I would definitely be interested to hear if Dino has left, as I look forward to him being back in his own restaurant again in the future.
Carol Hill
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Re: Emilio's Chef
[Re: BeachKitten]
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04/01/2019 06:05 AM
04/01/2019 06:05 AM
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Still there but only has a couple weeks left. New adventure coming soon. Thanks. New adventure on SXM or elsewhere?
J.D.
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Re: Emilio's Chef
[Re: ruralcarrier]
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04/01/2019 08:07 PM
04/01/2019 08:07 PM
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Posts: 48 Essex Junction, VT
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We were in SXM from 3/13 to 3/29. went to Emilo's resort on 3/24, and I can 100% tell you Dino is still there. We saw him the day before, when we stopped by to make a reservation. We had a fantastic meal, and Dino himself came out during the dinner and greeted patrons including ourselves. I will agree, it is not as peaceful and intimate as Temptation once was, but the food was fantastic. Within my group we had : Beef Short Rib Bolognaise, Seared Sea Scallops, Bay of Fundy Salmon, Indian Style Butter Chicken, Certified Angus Beef Tenderloin. I can also add, the infamous bartender Mr Paul Peterson was not there, as he has moved on (to the new Bamboo location), but his son, Airian was our server that evening. A chip off the old block. We have had a many a meal with this team from the Temptation days. I certainly miss Ricardo playing the piano, and Dino's parents as the hosts, but the food IS AS GOOD AS remembered.No, its not cheap, but my only advice is to give them a second chance to impress you... Although I do understand... something may be laying on the wings, for our friend Dino.
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Re: Emilio's Chef
[Re: MrTim-BTV]
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04/01/2019 10:13 PM
04/01/2019 10:13 PM
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It has been excellent the three times we have been there, hopefully it remains as good as it was in November. Cheers!
I prefer the Isle seat
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