Waldorf Astoria Texas Hill Country Announces Acclaimed Chef Dominique Crenn as Partner

Waldorf Astoria Texas Hill Country has announced a landmark culinary partnership with Chef Dominique Crenn, the visionary behind San Francisco’s three-Michelin-starred Atelier Crenn. This collaboration marks a major milestone for the luxury resort, set to debut in Fredericksburg, Texas in 2027.

A Culinary Destination in the Making
- Signature Restaurant:
Chef Crenn will oversee the resort’s flagship dining venue, blending French technique with global flavors and local Texas ingredients.

- Design & Experience:
The second-story restaurant will feature private dining rooms, specialty bars, and expansive terraces overlooking Hill Country vistas.

Philosophy & Vision
- Crenn’s approach emphasizes sustainability, storytelling, and artistry, aligning with Waldorf Astoria’s ethos of immersive luxury.
- The menu will celebrate the region’s terroir, offering dishes that fuse premium seafood, meats, and seasonal produce with avant-garde techniques.

Resort Highlights
- 60 hotel rooms, 37 resort villas, and 50 branded residences.
- Five food and beverage venues, including Crenn’s restaurant as the culinary centerpiece.
- Amenities include an 11,000 sq. ft. spa, resort-style pools, and proximity to Fredericksburg’s wine country.

About Chef Dominique Crenn
- First female chef in the U.S. to earn three Michelin stars.
- Author of Atelier Crenn: Metamorphosis of Taste and consultant for the film The Menu.
- Expanding her portfolio with Café Dior in Dallas and the upcoming Monsieur Dior in Beverly Hills.

This partnership is poised to elevate Fredericksburg’s reputation as a premier wine and culinary destination.