Chef James Gee Executive Chef of Dovetail

Executive Chef, James Gee is responsible for leading creation and development for the seasonally changing menu at Viceroy Washington DC’s new dining outlet Dovetail. With a focus on fresh flavors through the lens of the Mid-Atlantic and Appalachia regions, Chef Gee also pulls many ethnic cooking influences and tastes from Cantonese, Italian and Spanish backgrounds, into the recipes. The menus incorporate ingredients sourced from East Coast farmers, fishermen and purveyors with whom Chef Gee has deep rooted relationships.   Chef Gee joined Viceroy Washington DC in February 2022. He has spent his career creating thoughtful menus featuring local and microlocal ingredients. Prior to Viceroy Washington DC, Chef Gee owned, and operated Michelin Plate recognized restaurant, I’m Eddie Cano. Gee is a graduate of the International Culinary Academy/ Le Cordon Bleu.