Hotel du Pont Receives 2011 Achievement of Excellence Award at American Culinary Federation National Convention

The Hotel du Pont in Wilmington, Del., is proud to be one of the 23 establishments in the U.S. to receive the Achievement of Excellence Award at the 2011 American Culinary Federation National Convention held in Dallas, Texas, on July 22.

Founded in 1929, the ACF is the nation’s premier organization of professional chefs with more than 225 chapters nationwide. The ACF Achievement of Excellence Award recognizes food service establishments that exemplify a commitment to excellence. Award criteria include being in operation for at least five consecutive years and being a recognized industry leader.

“Hotel du Pont is extremely honored to be selected for this distinguished award from the American Culinary Federation,” says Lisa Bolten, director of Hospitality. "We are very proud of Daniel Bradway, certified executive chef (CEC), food & beverage director, and his dynamic team of certified professionals who have done an outstanding job with their commitment to maintain the highest industry standards in our food and beverage program.

“Congratulations to the Hotel du Pont for this accomplishment.”