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A second Province opens March 10 in Phoenix
Posted by Phil Vettel, Chicago Tribune
Randy Zweiban, chef/owner of Province (161 N. Jefferson St., 312-669-9900), looked way west for a spot to reprise his Latin-influenced, eco-focused concept. And so a second Province will debut March 10 in the brand-new Westin Phoenix Downtown (which also debuts on the 10th).
Starwood, the hotel group that owns Westin and several other brands, approached Zweiban and his busines partner about re-creating Province in the Southwest. Zweiban, whose parents retired to the Phoenix area a few years ago, didn't need much convincing.
"It's a really beautiful location," says Zweiban. "There's a resurgence in downtown Phoenix; a lot of building is going on."
Zweiban says that the new Province will resemble the original in most respects, right down to the glass wall displaying biodynamic and sustainable wines, the cork tabletops, and even the living moss wall. The menu will be a little different; for one thing, the Phoenix location will serve breakfast and offer room service.
"The basic style of the menu will be the same," Zweiban says. "What will differ mostly is the seasonal changes. It's more of a three-season climate out there, rather than four or five in Chicago. I've found a great group of farmers to work with out here, and it's pretty awesome, getting samples of heirloom tomatoes in February."
Zweiban will head to Phoenix at the end of the week and will oversee training and the grand opening for another week or so. Thereafter, he estimates he'll trek out west four or five times a year for a few days each time. Luis San Martin, co-manager at the original Province from the beginning, will be the general manager of the Phoenix location.
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