Alamo City’s upcoming The Monarch San Antonio hotel may have already earned a lot of buzz, but it has remained a little coy about its three resident restaurants. Now, the posh property is revealing what diners can expect when they first visit the Hemisfair anchor, opening March 3.All three concept s will be led by Executive Chef Jae H. Lee, a veteran of revered New York restaurants like One White Street, Little Park, Daniel, and the Dining Room at The Met, where we hope he got to see a few celebrities. Since moving to Texas in 2019, he has worked with some of Texas’ fanciest hotels, including Austin Proper and Dallas’ The Joule.Although classically trained, Lee’s cooking is grounded in international flavors ranging from Korean to Mexican. According to a release, he will use his global palate to give each of the three restaurants — Oak Amber, Aleteo, and The Nectarie Café — distinct points of view, though French techniques will be used throughout.“Each restaurant has its own identity, but they’re connected by a shared foundation,” says Lee via the release. “Technique, consistency, and respect for the fundamentals and the ingredients are what allow creativity to happen. This program is about creating places people want to return to — whether they’re staying at the hotel or live down the street.” ...read more read less