Thomas Henkelmann, Greenwich, CT (French)
Chef: Thomas Henkelmann
Born in Germany, Chef Thomas Henkelmann began his culinary career as a young child helping in his parent’s German family restaurant. Henkelmann made himself a promise early on in his youth, to become the best French Chef that he could be. To achieve this goal, Henkelmann studied under some of the finest French chefs in France before coming to the United States and eventually opening his own restaurant. Having been classically trained in French cuisine, Henkelmann strives to create memorable, classic dishes based on all his years of travel and classical training. Chef Thomas Henkelmann is one of the few Chefs to achieve the coveted title of, Grand Chef Relais & Chateaux.
In 1997, Chef Thomas Henkelmann and his wife, Theresa founded the Homestead Inn – Thomas Henkelmann in Greenwich, CT. Located in a 19th Century Victorian Manor on three acres of land, The Homestead Inn – Thomas Henkelmann is a perfect combination of 18th century architecture and modern design, with an “old-world” feel in the restaurant, complete with plates designed with farm animals and fruits/vegetables. The inn affords Henkelmann the opportunity to create his signature French dishes that he is so renowned for. Featuring a seasonally changing menu, dinner guests can expect to currently enjoy Organic Tomato Soup with Semolina Dumplings, Perigold Black Truffles with Maine Lobster Bisque, Cannelloni of Maryland Crabmeat with Bok Choy, and Trio of Hudson Valley Foie Gras. All dishes are created with Henkelmann’s mindset that minimal ingredients when done well, create maximum impact.
- Gayot, Top 40 Restaurants in the U.S. (2004, 2011)
- New York Times, 4 Stars
- Relais & Chateaux
Website: www.homesteadinn.com
Phone: (203) 869-7500
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Tony Lagana
Chef Tony is a 42-year veteran of the food industry and is often known by his peers as “The New Product Guru.” Throughout his illustrious culinary career, he’s earned several notable titles and positions including Acquisition International’s “Most Influential Product Development Expert, U.S.” in 2019.
In 1997, Tony also founded Culinary Systems Inc., a group of culinary consultants that assist with culinary training, restaurant start-ups, concept development, and more. Since then, Tony and his team have generated over two billion dollars in sales for their clients in restaurants, retail, and manufacturing.
The strategic, technical, and culinary skills of Tony and his team can be seen on the menus of national chains, in the portfolio of national food manufacturers, and on the grocery shelves of products produced by major retail companies.