Kitchen 580 Is Now Open In Livermore, California

Online, May 14, 2012 (Newswire.com) - Casino 580 introduces its latest addition, Kitchen 580. The new restaurant establishment, located inside Casino 580, features a beautiful modern aesthetic, creating an elegant dining atmosphere that aligns perfectly with its unique cuisine. Owner and food enthusiast John Park, along with world-renowned executive chef, Jess Ledesma, delivers a hand crafted menu that showcases Pacific Rim cuisine. The menu along with the offerings of the restaurant are currently available for preview through the newly launched official website at www.Kitchen580.com.

Kitchen 580 presents innovative culinary concoctions of hand picked items from around the world that are flown in daily. The ingredients include ahi tuna from Hawaii, parmigiano from Italy, and various spices from Thailand, Vietnam, Korea, and Japan, to name a few. The steaks offered at Kitchen 580 are Japanese Wagyu beef and carefully cooked in a specialized 2500 degree infrared oven. The entire seafood and produce selection is organic, as well as sustainable. In addition, the dishes created are highly flavorful without a trace of MSG.

Applying his expansive knowledge in the culinary business, executive chef Jess Ledesma was invited to lead the team at Kitchen 580. Ledesma's expertise in Pacific Rim cuisine originated with his education and background from Hawaii and the regional cuisine in the 90's. Having traveled and worked in various parts of Asia including Korea and Japan, among other locations, Ledesma expanded his culinary capabilities, catering towards international flavors and cuisines. Locally, Ledesma has worked at prestigious hotels such as the Waldorf Astoria in New York City and the Half Moon Bay at the Ritz Carlton. With solid experience, Ledesma opened his first restaurant, Forbesmill Steakhouse, located in Los Gatos, California and served as a professional culinary instructor at The French Culinary Institute in Campbell, California. He expanded his ventures through the creation of KOA Restaurant Group, which assisted in the development processes of restaurant conception, design, and execution.

The Kitchen 580 brings a never before seen Pacific Rim experience to Livermore. With attention to refinement, details, and quality cuisine, Kitchen 580 is introducing a new standard to gaming and dining establishments in the Bay Area.

For more information about Kitchen 580, visit: www.Kitchen580.com, or find us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/Kitchen580 and Twitter @Kitchen580.