Hyde Park, NY – Sabato Sagaria, chief restaurant
officer for Union Square Hospitality Group (USHG), was commencement speaker at the New York campus of The Culinary Institute of
America on July 8. Mr. Sagaria oversees the
centralized functions of some of New York City’s most acclaimed restaurants,
such as Gramercy Tavern, The Modern, Union Square Café, and Maialino.
Before joining USHG, Mr. Sagaria directed food and beverage operations at The Little Nell in Aspen, CO. His
career in food and hospitality leadership has also included such renowned
destinations as The Inn at Little Washington in Washington, VA; The Greenbrier
in White Sulphur Springs, WV; and the Four Seasons
Resort in Palm Beach, FL. He appeared in the documentary films Somm and Somm: Into the Bottle.
Mr. Sagaria spoke to 52 recipients
of CIA associate degrees in
culinary arts and baking
& pastry arts. The entire graduation ceremony can be .
Photo Caption and Hi-Res Image:
Highly respected food and beverage executive Sabato Sagaria speaks to
graduates of The Culinary Institute of America on July 8, 2016. Mr. Sagaria, who appeared in the documentary film Somm, is currently chief restaurant officer
for Union Square Hospitality Group. (Photo
credit: CIA/Phil Mansfield)
Media Contact:
Jeff Levine
Communications Manager
845-451-1372
j_levine@culinary.edu
Founded in 1946, The Culinary Institute of America is the world’s premier
culinary college. Dedicated to driving leadership development for the
foodservice and hospitality industry, the independent, not-for-profit CIA
offers associate degrees in culinary arts and baking and pastry arts;
bachelor’s degree majors in management, culinary science, and applied food
studies; and executive education through its Food Business School. Its conferences
and consulting services have made the CIA the think tank of the food industry
in the areas of health & wellness, sustainability, world cuisines &
cultures, and professional excellence & innovation. The college also offers
certificate programs and courses for professionals and enthusiasts. Its
worldwide network of 49,000 alumni includes leaders in every area of
foodservice and hospitality. The CIA has campuses in New York, California,
Texas, and Singapore.
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