ilili Restaurants
Ian Garcia is an experienced sommelier currently working at ilili Restaurants since July 2023. Previously held roles include Wine Director/Manager at Rake Wine Bar, where responsibilities encompassed managing the wine cellar and customer reservations, and organizing events. Ian also served as Wine Manager at Yes Chef Wine Bar, focusing on developing the wine list and marketing strategies. As Wine Director at Vita Cafe and Wine Bar, Ian managed wine purchasing and enhanced customer engagement. Earlier career positions included Account Manager at Genoa Telepsychiatry, Engagement Specialist at AbleTo Inc., and Sales Representative at Main Street Hub, showcasing a blend of account management, sales, and customer service expertise. Ian holds a Bachelor's degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences from The New School.
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ilili Restaurants
WELCOME TO ILILI. We’re honored to share the cuisine and culture of Lebanon in the heart of New York City and Washington DC. Since 2007, our home in the Flatiron District has introduced the passion and generosity of the Lebanese table to hundreds of thousands of curious diners while comforting native Lebanese guests with a celebration of their homeland and values. Owner and Executive Chef Philippe Massoud expertly crafts a sophisticated blend of modern and traditional Lebanese cuisine drawing influences from the span of the ancient Silk Road trade routes. Flavorful herbs and spices combine to delight the palate; earthy and delicate textures emerge from innovative combinations of savory and sweet; each bite reveals a deeper story behind the birth of the Eastern Mediterranean culinary culture. Our warm and generous hospitality drives our mission to make every guest and team member feel genuinely welcomed and fundamentally honored. We are here to share; to pass fresh pita bread and mezze amongst old friends and new; to celebrate life and its delicious bounty. We invite you to experience our old world hospitality, timeless generosity, and tireless dedication to uncovering and sharing the rich traditions of Lebanon and the Levant.