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ORMSBY’S TAPS NICK ANDERSON AS EXECUTIVE CHEF
Marietta Native with Fine Dining Background Joins Tavern Team
ATLANTA (August 3, 2016)— Ormsby’s, the West Midtown tavern
known for its fresh pub fare, craft beer and selection of bar games, has
welcomed new executive chef Nick Anderson to the team. The Marietta native
brings with him a fierce work ethic and a wealth of fine dining experience
formed at some of Atlanta’s most beloved restaurants.
“We are thrilled to have Nick’s culinary expertise leading
our kitchen staff,” says Michael Goot, owner and general manager at Ormsby’s. “He’s
going to add some depth to our menu to match our roster of craft beers and the
merriment of our bar games.”
A graduate of Johnson & Wales University in Charlotte,
North Carolina, Anderson began cooking for his family as a way to avoid doing
dishes and mowing the lawn during his teenage years. This avoidance blossomed
into a true passion that led to culinary positions in Atlanta’s best
restaurants. Anderson started his career working under chef Paul Albrecht at
Spice before taking a sous chef position at Canoe, where he stayed for six
years. At Canoe, he supervised 25 line cooks and all preparations for the
iconic restaurant’s nightly seatings. Anderson then went on to hold chef de
cuisine roles at Tomo and Rathbun’s before arriving at Ormsby’s.
He formed a friendship with two of Ormsby’s owners, Michael Goot
and Leslie Battle, when the restaurant hosted its holiday party at Canoe
several years ago, and he has patronized Ormsby’s ever since. “My wife and I
like to take friends there or stop in for a nightcap when we’re having a date
night,” he says. “It’s a change of pace for me, and I’m really excited to be
part of this talented staff and management team.”
One of the changes that Ormsby’s patrons can look forward to
with Anderson helming the kitchen is the addition of more local meat and
produce. “I’ve developed relationships with local farms over the years and plan
to use those to highlight great local products throughout the menu. That way my
guests know what they’re eating,” he says.
Anderson relies on these personal connections not only to
inspire his cuisine, but also his staff. “I want to know what makes my staff tick
so next time someone is having a bad day, I’ll know how to make it better. Our
guests will feel that connection.”
About Ormsby’s
Located in West Midtown’s White Provision complex, Ormsby’s
is a classic neighborhood tavern that offers a full bar selection and fresh pub
fare. Ormsby’s is famous for its speakeasy feel and selection of bar games
including bocce, shuffleboard, darts and pool, plus a wide selection of craft
beers. Ormsby’s has multiple private event options suitable for party sizes
small or large. Located at 1170 Howell Mill Road, the tavern is open daily for
lunch and dinner and offers both complimentary valet parking and free parking
in a nearby parking deck. For more information, call 404-968-2033 or visit ormsbysatlanta.com.
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