Chef Profile: Executive Chef Manolo Acin at Tower Club

Acin holds an Associate degree in Culinary Arts and Hotel Management focused on Culinary Arts/Chef Training from Universidad De Este-Carolina.

Tower Club Executive Chef Manolo Acin hails from the Caribbean Island of Puerto Rico, where he was trained in classic French cooking techniques at Universidad De Este-Carolina. His French provincial style and Latin roots blend seamlessly to create exquisite dishes with a sultry South Florida flair. Chef Manolo’s passion for the culinary arts was deeply influenced by his Puerto Rican grandparents, whose kitchen became a sanctuary of creation and inspiration. He developed a profound love and appreciation for the rich tapestry of Mexican cuisine, which is reflected in his diverse menu creations. Chef Manolo’s cooking styles transcend borders, effortlessly fusing international cuisine with locally sourced ingredients. Before his current role at the Tower Club, he served as Executive Chef, overseeing the culinary department of Telemundo Comcast NBC and a Chef at Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort. Guests can expect to embark on an epicurean journey curated by Chef Manolo in the Tower Club’s elevated “Passport Dining Room.” In this world, sophistication and innovation blend seamlessly, with each dish conveying a unique story of boundless creativity, passion and heritage.

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