Local restaurant attracts national attention

Local restaurant attracts national attention

Salt to be featured on the History Channel’s "Modern Marvels"

AMELIA ISLAND, Fla. – November 25, 2008 – An award-winning local eatery, known for serving more than 30 varieties of salt from around the world, has attracted national attention with their unique culinary concept. Salt, the signature restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, will be featured in an upcoming installment of the History Channel’s "Modern Marvels." The original episode, an examination of the history of salt and its variety of present-day uses, is scheduled to air on Monday, December 1 at 8 p.m.

"This is an incredible opportunity to showcase the restaurant as a leader in the growing salt trend," said Richard Gras, Salt chef de cuisine. "We’re exploring cutting-edge methods in food preparation and presentation, and we’re just beginning to scratch the surface on the ways in which these salts can be used to enhance the dining experience."

The Salt concept was launched in 2006 as a modern update of The Grill, the resort’s long-running fine dining venue. According to Thomas Tolxdorf, Executive Chef for the resort, Salt has multiple meanings, referring to the restaurant’s barrier island location between the Atlantic Ocean and the intracoastal salt marshes, as well as to a particular culinary sensibility. "Salt is the fundamental seasoning. It changes everything it touches, enhancing flavor and enlivening the sense of taste," Tolxdorf said. "Today’s guests are more interested in food and wine than ever before, so we want dining at Salt to work the same way seasoning does, by revealing new things in everyday substances."

Salt is open Tuesday through Sunday, from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. For reservations, call (904) 277-1028.

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About Salt

Featuring simple ingredients from the earth and the sea, properly seasoned and artfully prepared, this contemporary coastal setting makes every meal a special occasion. With more than 500 available wines and an innovative menu showcasing the bounty of the season, Salt offers a unique dining experience that is a rare combination of the relaxed and refined. Elevating the art of the culinary presentation, more than 30 varieties of salt – harvested from every corner of the world – are available to enhance the flavor and appearance of each exquisite dish.

About The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island

The AAA Five Diamond Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island is one of the premiere luxury resorts in Florida. Surrounded by the natural beauty of an historic barrier island, the oceanfront hotel is home to Salt, the award-winning signature restaurant, and The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Amelia Island, named one of the top spas in the world by Condé Nast Traveler. Featured amenities include three pools, on-site golf, a fitness center, children’s recreation programs and a teen lounge. All rooms include private balconies with a view of the Atlantic coastline, 24-hour in-room dining, twice-daily maid service and wireless internet access.