Food & Wine honors Wilmington restaurant professional with Hosiptality Hero Award

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Food and wine magazine unveiled their first annual Hospitality Heroes awards and a Wilmington cashier was honored.

The award is only given to those in the hospitality and restaurant industries who go above and beyond to embody the spirit of hospitality.

This is a illustrated image of Matt Dean that will appear in food and wine.

He’s worked at Bitty and Beau’s coffee on New Centre Drive for over nine years.

Dean received recognition for his excellent service, creating a welcoming environment, and genuine kindness.

The creative director of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee, Emma Grace Wright, Says dean embodies the heart and soul of exceptional service.