Acclaimed Chef James Cassidy brings his international culinary expertise to All Water Seafood & Oyster Bar as its new executive chef, elevating the dining experience at Hotel 1000, LXR Hotels & Resorts, located near the Seattle Waterfront and Pike Place Market.
With more than three decades in fine dining at award-winning, five-star hotels and resorts across three countries, Chef Cassidy has developed a distinct culinary perspective. His formal training in traditional French technique and classic Italian cooking, combined with extensive experience with Asian and Latin flavors, informs his approach to Pacific Northwest cuisine.
Chef Cassidy’s career includes executive chef positions at Four Seasons Hotel Singapore and Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, culminating in his role as opening executive chef at Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica. There, his exceptional leadership led to expanded responsibilities as director of food & beverage and club manager during his decade-plus tenure.
Familiar yet personal, Chef Cassidy’s new menus at All Water Seafood & Oyster Bar blend the rich bounty of the Pacific Northwest with Asian and Latin influences, honoring local traditions while infusing his international flair. Signature dishes from the dinner menu include Wild Halibut Ceviche with fresh lime, tomato, cilantro and diced bell peppers; Asian Tuna Tacos with tuna tartare, miso tuiles, serrano and mango; and Ocean Water Poached Halibut with spicy Sicilian cherry tomato sauce, capers, grilled asparagus, saffron pearl couscous.
In addition to leading All Water Seafood & Oyster Bar, Chef Cassidy also oversees culinary operations for the 120-room boutique hotel, Rosebay, banquets and catering, and in-room dining.
