Brightwood’s chef is creative, innovative and never fails to deliver on the favorites. Currently, we offer two beautiful dining spaces. Our formal dining room offers an exquisite dining experience in a lovely atmosphere. On warm days, opt to dine al fresco on our lovely patio area. For a more casual experience or pre dinner cocktails, head over to our lovely Grille.
Dinner is served Monday through Saturday. Lunch is served Wednesday and Friday, and Sunday we serve brunch. Room service is available daily.
Executive Chef
Edgardo Zuniga
Edgardo is our Club’s executive chef. He has experience in hospitality and the food and beverage industries for over twenty years. His experience at high-end and iconic restaurants in the nation’s capital and northern Virginia make him the perfect match for Brightwood.
Chef Edgardo holds an associate degree in culinary arts and earned certification in Tuscan dining from the Instituto Lorenzo de’ Medici, the Florence, Italy-based higher education institution that, among other programs, offers certification in nutrition and Italian gastronomy.
Dining at the Club is always a pleasure, but what truly elevates the experience is Chef’s talent. Creativity and passion for culinary excellence are evident in the meals he executes. From beautifully plated salads, soups, and entrees, each course reflects thoughtful flavor combinations. Whether it’s a themed dinner, a Sunday brunch buffet, or a simple lunch on our terrace, Chef consistently rivals top-tier restaurants. He elevates the meals with fresh ingredients and seasonal inspiration.
Pastry Chef
Bukola Ikuomola
This talented young chef is a first generation American and she is blending cultures, flavors, and styles to bring something completely new and fresh to Brightwood residents.
Bukola’s roots hail from Nigeria, so balancing cultures and traditions comes naturally. This Culinary Institute of America graduate knew from an early age that pastry was her passion. Inspired by Food Network stars such as Gale Gand and Jacque Torres, she began experimenting and playing with flavors in her childhood kitchen. Her attention to detail and precision works seamlessly with the artist within and the results are as beautiful as they are delicious.
She was attracted to Brightwood because of the extraordinary creative freedom and leadership she has over her work. That combined with the direct connection she has to the residents is why she loves creating for this wonderful community.
Pastry Chef
Bukola Ikuomola
This talented young chef is a first generation American and she is blending cultures, flavors, and styles to bring something completely new and fresh to Brightwood residents.
Bukola’s roots hail from Nigeria, so balancing cultures and traditions comes naturally. This Culinary Institute of America graduate knew from an early age that pastry was her passion. Inspired by Food Network stars such as Gale Gand and Jacque Torres, she began experimenting and playing with flavors in her childhood kitchen. Her attention to detail and precision works seamlessly with the artist within and the results are as beautiful as they are delicious.
She was attracted to Brightwood because of the extraordinary creative freedom and leadership she has over her work. That combined with the direct connection she has to the resident’s is why she loves creating for this wonderful community.
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