Portrait of Chef Carlos Amaya
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Carlos Amaya

Sous Chef, On-Board Services

Education:
The Art Institute of Washington

Certifications:
Bachelor’s Culinary Arts

Past Experience:
La Tasca DC, Bistro Bohem, Clydes

Home Country:
El Salvador

Favorite Cuisine:
Asian

What’s your favorite white wine? Favorite red wine?
Sauvignon Blanc and Tempranillos

What music do you listen to while you cook?
Indie rock

Any other talents besides cooking?
Graphic design

What’s your favorite “comfort food”?
Mac & cheese

What’s your dream vacation?
South East Asia

What’s your cocktail of choice?
Dirty Martini

Name a memorable dining experience.
A la Pomponnette, Paris