During an international chef search, Chef Clay Conley was tapped by Mandarin Oriental, Miami to take the helm of its stunning waterfront restaurant, Azul. Since then, Conley continues to keep Azul at the forefront of America’s dining scenario. Chef Conley brings a remarkable two decades of experience in all aspects of the restaurant industry to his role as chef at Azul. Conley passionately pursued his calling for the culinary arts, eventually becoming a protégé of renowned chef Todd English at Olives restaurant, and he was eventually named culinary director for English’s 17 restaurant empire. Conley brings his experience to Azul’s award-winning kitchen, and only works with the finest ingredients flown in fresh daily from all over the world, in a style that balances the robust flavors of his New England childhood with the sophistication of Asian cuisine and the rustic allure of the Mediterranean. Conley’s signature dishes, such as Study in Tuna and Miso-Marinated Duck Breast, illustrate his sense of balance, respect for fine ingredients and his innovative cooking style.