Award-winning chef Todd Gray has worked closely for a decade with Sheila Johnson on the culinary vision for what promises to be a delicious dining experience at Salamander Resort & Spa's restaurants.

Along with resort's culinary team: Executive Chef Sean McKee, Chef de Cuisine Chris Edwards and Pastry Chef Jason Reaves, they are creating a true synergy between Virginia's and Italy's piedmonts.

Patrons will not be disappointed whether they dine at the 110-seat Harrimans, the beautiful domed grill with stunning wrap-around views; at the Gold Cup Wine Bar where delicious small plates and extensive wines-by-the-glass will be served; or in their rooms, where room service will be available 24-hours a day. The resort even has its own two-acre culinary garden.

"There is always a reflection of two Piedmonts in our menus," Todd explained. "I trained in the Italian Piedmont region and our team is so knowledgeable about the Virginia Piedmont," he explained. "We work hard to bring clarity to our menus," he continued. "We'll offer classical dishes in this sensational environment. And, we're even offering vegan dishes. If you don't appreciate vegan cooking now, you will, I promise."

The culinary team will also offer cooking classes in the Resort's state-of-the-art Cooking Studio which opens into a working kitchen through a retractable panel.

"We have already invited amazing chefs from around the world to teach in our Cooking Studio. The lessons will be fun, fragrant and full of flavor."

The state-of-the-art kitchen includes high-definition cameras to film the classes and provide guests with a personal video of their lesson to take home.

"Our guests will enjoy some of the best local product available in the world," according to Todd. "Our suppliers are partners in the Resort. When they have something special, I know they will let us know so we can offer it to our guests."

Whether guests at Salamander Resort & Spa feel famished or peckish, it is certain they will find the perfect repast on the Salamander's menus.

For information and reservations, please visit the website: www.salamanderresort.com.