A comfortable lobby bar and patio serving an array of globally-inspired small plates and shareable dishes is the perfect addition to your day at the resort. The impressive culinary team has crafted a sustainable seafood-focused, fusion menu, accompanied by a selection of signature cocktails. Enjoy bar and lounge seating while savoring the vibrant flavors.
Explore the rich history, regional influences, and unique flavors of oysters through a curated platter of four distinct varieties, each chosen to highlight their delicate and briny essence. Learn more and Sign up: Shuck & Savor: A Low Country Oyster Experience | Wild Dunes (hyattexperiences.com)
Thalita Smith | Chef de Cuisine
Born and raised in Brazil, Chef Thalita moved to the United States in 2012 and began her career as an culinary apprentice at Mount Washington Resort in Bretton Wood, New Hampshire, where she worked for a year in the Stickney’s Steakhouse. Chef Thalita made her next career move to Philadelphia and began working for R2L Restaurant as sauté station commis and was quickly promoted to Junior Sous and eventually Sous Chef during her six years. Needing a change, Chef Thalita opted to direct her career path on a different style of food preparation, one that was more intimate, stylized and food-focused. Chef accepted a line position at Laurel in Philadelphia, chosen because it was small, technique driven, with a creative tasting menu. After her first year at Laurel, the Chef-Owner, Nicholas Elmi created a Sous Chef position for her, where she remained for another year and a half. After a short stay at Kimpton Hotel Monaco in Philadelphia, Chef Thalita decided to move to Charleston and join the Wild Dunes Culinary team as the Chef de Cuisine at Coastal Provisions before working at Oystercatcher. Chef Thalita enjoys showcasing ingredients prepared in different ways within a dish, making people happy, creating memories and building relationships with her team and guests. Chef Thalita’ s favorite style of food is Brazilian because of the memories, family and fun times, Thalita is fluent is both Portuguese and Spanish.