February 12, 2025
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Sam Henzy
Executive Chef, Fork Restaurant
Chef Sam Henzy’s culinary journey began in his hometown of Newark, Delaware, where at just 15 he got his start at a local pizza shop. It was there, amid the hustle of the kitchen, that he discovered his passion for cooking—an escape from the academic
December 3, 2024
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The Back Bar
Adjacent to the Back Room, High Street Hospitality Group’s private dining room, the Back Bar is a semi-private reception space situated within the pre-war Franklin Building’s soaring Art Deco lobby. Featuring a gilded cocktail bar, the Lobby Bar is perfect for a pre-dinner cocktail hour
October 23, 2024
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Brooke Harkins
Events Manager
Born and raised outside of Philadelphia, Brooke attended Penn State University and received a bachelor’s degree in Public Relations with a minor in Business. Upon graduation, Brooke held several marketing and event positions in a variety of industries including fashion and real estate in New
May 3, 2024
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Diana Kendrick
General Manager, a.kitchen+bar Washington D.C.
With a passion for genuine hospitality and a knack for creating memorable experiences, Diana Kendrick leads the team at akitchen+bar dc with warmth and expertise. She believes that dining should be more than just a meal – it should be a journey filled with delicious flavors and a welcoming
March 8, 2024
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The Back Room
The Back Room is an elegant private dining room from High Street Hospitality Group, located in the historic Franklin Building. With an in-room private bar, dynamic table arrangements, a full audio/visual complement and local artworks, the space lends itself to a variety of occasions. The Back Room
February 15, 2024
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Luke Eschbach
Restaurant Support, Back-of-House
Luke Eschbach has over 20 years of experience in the Philadelphia culinary scene working at top restaurants throughout the City. In 2011, Luke joined Fork as Chef de Cuisine working with both Terence Feury and Eli Kulp. He moved to Central Pennsylvania with his family
February 6, 2024
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a.kitchen+bar Washington D.C.
Recently opened in September 2024, a.kitchen+bar D.C. is located in the Foggy Bottom neighborhood on the West End at the base of Hotel AKA Washington Circle. With a short commute to the surrounding Georgetown communities, a.kitchen+bar invites locals and travelers seven days a week into
February 6, 2024
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Kate Morrison
Social Media + Marketing Manager
Kate Morrison is the Social Media and Marketing Manager for High Street Hospitality Group, helping bring vision, creative direction and life to our brand, both as a group and by way of individual restaurants. Originally from Chicago, Kate has built her career in the hospitality
January 1, 2024
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