Primland resort appoints executive chef

Elliot Cunniff picks up knife at Southwest Va. resort

Published March 23, 2021 by Rich Griset

Primland Executive Chef Elliot Cunniff. Photo courtesy Primland

Primland announced Tuesday that Elliot Cunniff has been appointed executive chef of the Meadows of Dan resort.

Cunniff comes to Primland from The Soho House, an upscale private club in New York City where he served as executive chef. He got his start working with culinary celebrity Daniel Boulud’s db Bistro Moderne in New York City. He has been with Primland since January.

“Primland is committed to providing exceptional food and beverage experiences, and Chef Cunniff [is] sure to enhance our guests’ enjoyment,” said Steve Helms, vice president of Primland, in a statement. “Chef Cunniff is ideally suited to inspire our farm-to-table fare as he brings a wealth of creativity and industry-leading performance.”

The resort also has opened its newest dining venue, the Schlumberger Wine Cellar, highlighting wines from around the world, including the Schlumberger-owned winery in France’s Alsace region.