American Express Opens World's Largest
Centurion Lounge at ATL Airport in USA
(15/02/24)
American Express has opened a 26,000 square foot
Centurion Lounge at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport (ATL), USA.
Located in Concourse E near gate E11, the lounge,
the largest in the Centurion network, features a locally-inspired menu from Atlanta-based Chef
Deborah VanTrece, numerous seating options for guests to relax or
work before their flight, outdoor terraces with views of the
airfield, and The Reserve by American Express, a bespoke whisky
bar serving signature cocktails designed by Jim Meehan, Centurion Mixologist, along with a selection of classic and new American
whiskies.
“The new Centurion Lounge at Hartsfield-Jackson
Atlanta International Airport will serve travelers in one of the
airports our card members visit most,” said Audrey Hendley,
President of American Express Travel. “It features amenities we
know travelers enjoy, like outdoor terraces, and plenty of space
to relax, along with local touches infused throughout the menus
and design, that guests will remember long after their trip.”
The design of the lounge was inspired by Atlanta’s reputation as
'the city in the
forest'. The main seating area features a 50-year old
olive tree and a 3,850 square foot custom light sculpture that
represents a forest canopy, creating a relaxing space for card
members to unwind before their flights.
Additionally, visitors can
enjoy multiple outdoor terraces, a first for the Centurion Lounge
network. The landscaped seating areas are equipped
with heaters and fans so that they can be used year-round.
Chef
Deborah VanTrece - owner of local Atlanta restaurants Twisted Soul
Cookhouse & Pours, Oreatha’s At The Point and La Panarda -
shares her her take on modern, global
soul food in the lounge.
Using flavors and techniques she
discovered traveling the world as a former flight attendant and
enhanced by her own family food traditions and fresh, local
ingredients, the custom menu includes Black Eyed Pea Biryani, Za'atar Grilled Chicken Thighs with Green Tomato Chimichurri, and
Twisted Soul Salad with Strawberry Peppercorn Vinaigrette.
Additionally, there is a dedicated food and beverage station
with gluten free and vegan options, including protein bites,
salads, smoothies, and immunity booster juice shots.
“Atlanta has become such an interesting melting pot of cultures
and cuisines. I’m thrilled to partner with American Express to
bring food that celebrates these traditions, along with the best
southern ingredients, to the Centurion Lounge at
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport,” said Chef
Deborah VanTrece. “Travel has inspired my approach as a chef and I
feel blessed that, through this collaboration, I’ll be able to
share my creative vision for food and hospitality with travelers
from around the world.”
The Reserve by American Express is the first dedicated
whiskey bar in a Centurion Lounge. The cocktail menu, curated by mixologist Jim Meehan, features five specialty
whisky cocktails, including Drink a Peach with peach flavored
whisky and bitters and Mayme, Tailored, highlighting an American
whisky with ginger beer. Guests can also choose from over 20
classic and new American whiskies. The bar offers a modern take on
a classic whisky bar with dark finishes and caramel leather
seating and connects to an outdoor lounge area.
The lounge also
features a fully stocked main bar with 10 wines hand-selected by
sommelier and Centurion Lounge Wine Director Anthony Giglio, a
local cocktail menu including spirit free options, and Centurion
Lounge signature drinks.
Signature Centurion Lounge amenities include
dedicated workstations and phone booths, restrooms and shower suites, several seating areas and access to complimentary
high-speed Wi-Fi.
American Express card members
now have access to 28 Centurion Lounges
and over 1,400 lounges worldwide, with plans to open
new Centurion Lounges at Reagan National Airport (DCA) in
Washington, D.C. and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in
New Jersey.
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