The iconic La Valencia Hotel now has a new executive chef, Paul McCabe, at the helm of the hotel’s three award-winning dining locations, including the hotel’s signature Whaling Bar & Grill, the ocean-facing Mediterranean Room and adjacent ocean view terrace, and the intimate 10th-floor Sky Room. McCabe has brought with him a well-honed and exceptional pedigree of fine-dining experience and will make his mark on the village landmark’s dining establishments just in time for the holidays.

“La Valencia will continue to be the benchmark for award-winning dining in Southern California, and Paul will ensure that we lead the industry in culinary creativity and innovation,” said La Valencia’s managing director Mark Dibella. “Chef McCabe will be instrumental in bringing an exceptional level of excitement, creativity and energy to the food and beverage experience at La V, including new concepts for our legendary dining venues.”

McCabe’s background includes tenures at the Enchantment Resort in Sedona, Arizona, L’Ermitage Hotel in Beverly Hills, L’Auberge del Mar in Del Mar, and San Diego’s very own Top of the Cove, Star of the Sea Room, Kitchen 1540 and Delicias. McCabe’s culinary expertise ranges from classical French, Mediterranean, Southwester and Pacific Rim and spa cuisine.