Branson, MO – HCW and Branson Landing proudly announce a new partnership with Brass Ring Hospitality LLC and Award-winning Chef, Collin Thornton. Chef Thornton to launch new venture in the Branson Landing, Ozarks Brasserie, Restaurant and Bar.
Chef Thornton has a distinguished 30-year culinary career working at some of the world’s top luxury hotels and resorts. From Southern California’s Five Star, Five Diamond, St. Regis Monarch Beach in Dana Point, to the Fairmont Royal York Hotel in Toronto, home to the largest hotel kitchen in Canada, and previously held positions at Fairmont Hotel MacDonald in Edmonton, Alberta; Fairmont Southampton in Bermuda; the historic Fairmont Chateau Laurier on the Rideau Canal; and Fairmont Orchid on the Big Island of Hawaii.
Most recently leading the food and beverage program transformation at Bass Pro Shops, Big Cedar Lodge, Americas premier wilderness resort, where he oversaw a team of 650 colleagues and over a dozen food and beverage offerings. From Top of the Rock’s Osage Restaurant transformation into a world class Steak house; to the reopening of the historic Worman House as a French Bistro; opening Tall Tales Bar & Grill in Hollister to the kitchen design and construction of the newly opened Finely Farms, Ozark Mill and Garrison restaurants, Chef Thornton has brought world class dining to the Ozarks.
“I am here to stay,” stated Chef Thornton. “After years of travel and experiences my wife, Whitney, and son Seth are thrilled to call Branson Missouri home. As an avid fisherman, golfer and Harley Davidson enthusiast, the rolling hills of the Ozarks and scenic lakes provide the perfect backdrop for me and family. Looking forward to bringing Ozarks Brasserie Restaurant and Bar to Branson Landing this spring.”
Chef Thornton joins the ranks of popular Branson Landing restaurants; Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen and Guy Fieri's Kitchen + Bar among another fifteen restaurants at the 95-acre entertainment venue. The Ozark Brasserie will be the only French/Italian restaurant in the development, opening at the former Ramata Italian’s lakeside location across from Guy Fieri’s restaurant.
Ramata closed its doors to the public on March 6th and will reopen as Ozarks Brasserie, Restaurant and Bar this spring after a retooling and rebranding as a Classic French Italian Eatery. Featuring fresh seafood and European classic cuisine, Chef Thornton and his team of culinary superstars will partner with Missouri’s finest purveyors and farmers to bring the bounty and pride of the mid-west to locals and tourists alike.
“We are very excited to welcome Chef Thornton and Ozarks Brasserie to Branson Landing,” said Rick Huffman, HCW’s President & CEO. “Looking forward to having another award-winning chef in the tenant mix at Branson Landing dining on classic French Italian cuisine and having this unique offering to locals and tourists in Branson.”
ABOUT HCW
HCW is a nationwide real estate property development, management and hospitality company with offices in Wichita, KS, Branson, MO and Phoenix, AZ. Our diverse portfolio spans from full-service hotels, apartments and retail entertainment districts.
For more information about HCW please visit HCWDevelopment.com or call 417.332.3400.
ABOUT BRASS RING HOSPITALITY, LLC
Brass Ring Hospitality is owned and operated by award winning Chef, Collin Thornton. Chef Thornton owns and operates the classic French Italian eatery, Ozarks Brasserie, Restaurant and Bar opening Spring 2023 at Branson Landing in Branson, MO.
Learn more at OzarksBrasserie.com
ABOUT BRANSON LANDING
Branson Landing is a $435 million – 95-acre public/private project spanning 1.5 miles of waterfront on the beautiful Lake Taneycomo, adjacent to historic downtown Branson, owned and operated by HCW. Branson Landing is home to over 100 shops, restaurants, and attractions, as well as the Hilton Promenade Hotel and a $7.5 million water and fire spectacular, anchored by Bass Pro Shops and BELK. Visit bransonlanding.com for more information.
