Meet Executive Chef Eric Piacentine

MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa is delighted to announce the appointment of Eric Piacentine as Executive Chef. In this role, Chef Eric will oversee all culinary operations and menu curation for the three culinary concepts — Layla, The Bar at MacArthur and The Porch— weddings and social events, poolside dining, and the in-room dining program. With over 20 years of industry experience including work at world-class resorts and up-scale restaurants, Chef Eric brings a wealth of experience to the Northern California region and a unique blend of creative flair and passion for food to further elevate the MacArthur Place culinary experience.

“We are delighted to welcome Chef Eric to MacArthur Place, where his experience and passion will make him a crucial member and leader of our culinary team.” shares General Manager, Justin Wilson. “His exceptional culinary talent and dedication to creating innovative dining experiences perfectly align with our commitment to providing our guests with a unique farm-fresh experience.”

Originally from Wisconsin, Chef Eric Piacentine began his culinary career working in his parent’s bakery in Milwaukee, where he learned the importance of dedication to upholding high standards of quality product and respecting employees, colleagues and patrons alike. He later attended the Florida Culinary Institute, where he obtained an Occupational Associate Degree in Culinary Arts. Since then he has been
at the helm and made significant contributions to renowned establishments such as The Sea Ranch Lodge, Big Sur Bakery & Restaurant and Bernardus Lodge & Spa. Chef Eric aims to lead the team at MacArthur Place by teaching, learning, building, creating and bringing the already close knit community even closer. In his free time, he enjoys hiking, foraging for wild mushrooms, skiing, and cooking a cozy
meal with friends and family.

“I’m thrilled to be joining the incredible team at the beautiful and historic MacArthur Place,” shares Chef Eric Piacentine. “I’ve long admired their commitment to showcasing the best of Sonoma County, and I’m eager to collaborate with the talented team to create innovative and memorable dining experiences for our guests.”

We are excited to share the culinary talents of Chef Eric through our daily menus along with seasonal highlights very soon.

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