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About Executive Chef Manuel Honrado
Executive Chef, Manuel Honrado was born in the Dominican
Republic, and moved to the United States at age eleven. Like
many professional chefs, Manuel's passion for food was
fostered during his childhood, working with his family.
Manuel's grandmother served as chief cook at the American
Embassy, and his mother and father grew fresh vegetables in
the garden. Even as a young boy, Manuel embraced the
importance of fresh ingredients and local seasonal foods,
and continues to be inspired by his early time in the
Dominican Republic.
Upon deciding to continue his culinary interests on a
professional level, Manuel attended the New York Restaurant
School with concentrations in culinary arts and restaurant
management. His comprehensive education has allowed Manuel
to oversee essential operations within a restaurant, from
menu development to staff selection, ensuring the highest
quality on all levels.
Shortly after graduation in 2004, Manuel joined Thalia on
the cooking line. His talents were apparent, and Manuel
quickly rose to Sous-Chef. After four years at that
position, Manuel was selected from a prestigious pool of
applicants to serve as Executive Chef for Thalia, and has
been at the helm of Thalia's sophisticated operation since.
Manuel has an amazing ability to prepare meat and fish,
tailoring new dishes to compliment each variety. He works
closely with owners and fisherman, who call him several
times a week with fresh offerings of meat, fish, and
produce. Manuel takes great care in dish preparation,
researching interesting new accompaniments, and spending
hours cleaning and filleting in the kitchen. When he needs
to get away from the bustle of Manhattan, Manuel feeds his
passion for the sea by fishing off the coast of Cape Cod.
Thalia strives to remain a leading restaurant in the vibrant
New York City theatre district, and a destination for locals
and visitors alike. Manuel strengthens this mission, through
innovative and creative menus during Lunch, Brunch, Dinner,
and before and after the theatre. Thalia offers
comprehensive prix-fixe dinner and lunch options, catering
and events, delivery in midtown, as well as Thalia Kitchen,
the popular take-out branch.
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