Hilton Charlotte University Place Welcomes New Executive Chef

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Dec. 06, 2016 -- The Hilton Charlotte University Place is thrilled to announce the appointment of Ahmed Azizy to Executive Chef. Chef Azizy brings exceptional culinary leadership and expertise to the property’s on-site dining options, Edgewater Bar & Grille and Fountainview catering.

Hilton Charlotte University Place offers a tranquil lakeside escape near UNC Charlotte and the area’s best shopping destinations. Guests will marvel at the hotel’s new Edgewater Bar & Grille, formerly known as Lakefront Restaurant, which underwent $750,000 in renovations earlier this year. Edgewater Bar & Grille now boasts new communal tables, private dining spaces, a revamped bar with nine beer taps, seven HD TVs that can be seen at every angle, and fresh, modern decor. The restaurant also features natural light with a stunning view of the beautiful Lake at University Place. The Hilton staff is confident Chef Azizy will continue to enhance the dining experience for guests and locals alike.

The entire team at the Hilton Charlotte University Place is extremely excited to welcome Chef Azizy to the new restaurant. “We’re thrilled with all of the recent changes taking place,” said Brandon Devoe, Director of Food and Beverage. “The space looks phenomenal, and with the new appointment of Chef Azizy, Edgewater Bar & Grille brings a truly unique experience to the university area.”

As a native of Mohammedia, Morocco, Chef Azizy grew up with very diverse styles of food and cooking. His unique background makes him a visionary in the Culinary Arts world.

Chef Azizy notably worked his way to success after moving to the United States. Following his 1991 graduation from The New England Culinary Institute, Chef Azizy traveled to Nice, France where he went on to win first place in the US Division of the Grand Prix Auguste Escoffier Competition in 1996.

Following this career milestone, Chef Azizy went on to work for both the Ritz-Carlton Chicago and The Four Seasons Hotel Chicago, along The Magnificent Mile, where he quickly worked his way up the fine dining corporate ladder. In addition to the hotel industry, he exercised his innate talent, formal education and experience as a private chef for a number of Chicago’s Gold Coast notables.

Chef Azizy has been an Executive Chef for GF Management, Hilton Charlotte University Place’s ownership group, since 2008. Most recently, he held the title of Executive Chef at GF Management’s Holiday Inn Charlotte Center City’s on-site restaurant, Caffe Siena.

Chef Azizy’s resume boasts numerous experiences that make him a more than qualified fit for the Hilton Charlotte University Place. To learn more about Chef Azizy and the Hilton Charlotte University Place, or to make a reservation with Edgewater Bar & Grille, please call (704) 547-7444 or visit http://bit.ly/1hAQWLT.

About Hilton Charlotte University Place
Hilton Charlotte University Place is a lakeside hotel ideal for business and leisure travelers. Located only 15 miles from the Charlotte Douglas International Airport, this Charlotte hotel is near UNC Charlotte and next to the Shoppes at University Place, which offers multiple dining and shopping venues in a tranquil lake setting. The Charlotte Motor Speedway, where you can enjoy a variety of racing attractions, is only 5.8 miles from this hotel. Guests can enjoy complimentary access to the fitness center or swim in the seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Other amenities at this Charlotte, NC hotel include casual dining at Lakefront Restaurant, 20,000 sq. ft. of event space for groups of up to 800, and complimentary local shuttle transportation within a 5-mile radius Monday through Friday. Business minded guests can stay connected to the office, family and friends using complimentary standard Wi-Fi access.

About GF Management
GF Management is an award-winning, full-service hospitality ownership, management and advisory company founded in 1988 and based in Center City Philadelphia. With more than 80 hospitality assets under management, including hotels, resorts, conference centers, catering facilities, waterparks, casinos and golf courses in 28 states, GF Management specializes in third-party management, asset management and advisory services for a variety of individual, private, institutional and financial clients. Many of GF’s core hospitality assets within the portfolio are owned by its principals and therein provide the strength and balance of ownership and management. The Company is currently seeking to expand its portfolio of full-service ownership and management assignments through long-term contracts and joint-venture investment opportunities. For more information about GF Management call 215-972-2222 or visit www.GFHotels.com.

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