

                   BALLY'S PARK PLACE CASINO HOTEL & TOWER
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                          RESTAURANT INFORMATION

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RICHARD YOUNGER, BALLY'S CHEF DE CUISINE, NAMED "CHEF OF THE YEAR"

BY THE PROFESSIONAL CHEFS ASSOCIATION OF SOUTH JERSEY


Atlantic City, NJ --- Richard A. Younger, Jr., CEC, Chef de Cuisine at 
Bally's Park Place Casino Hotel & Tower in Atlantic City, was recently 
selected as "Chef of the Year" by his colleagues and fellow members of 
the Professional Chef's Association of South Jersey, a chapter of the 
respected American Culinary Federation.

In receiving the prestigious and highly-sought-after "Chef of the Year" 
award, Younger was recognized by his peers for his outstanding contribution 
to the chapter, community and profession. "Bally's is pleased to join Chef 
Younger in celebrating this honor," said Bally's President and Chief 
Operating Officer Wally Barr. "Richard Younger is a Four-Star chef and a 
terrific reflection on our Four-Star resort."

As a member of the professional Chefs Association of South Jersey for the 
past 13 years, Younger has contributed greatly to the chapter and community. 
In addition to serving as the chapter's Recording Secretary, Younger also 
serves as the association's Director of Education. In this role, he conducts 
a number of programs, including live cooking demonstrations by local chefs, 
to educate young people throughout South Jersey who are interested in the 
culinary arts.

Younger's commitment to furthering his talents and his profession were also a 
factor influencing his selection for the award. Since becoming a professional 
chef, Younger has set a positive example through his academic preparation and 
continuing education in Italian, French and Kosher cuisine, as well as 
nutrition.

In his role as Chef de Cuisine at Bally's Park Place, Younger works directly 
with the Executive Chef in the administration of the eleven food service 
outlets for this, New Jersey's largest hotel. In addition to supervising a 
culinary staff of over 200, Younger is responsible for menu design and 
implementation for restaurants ranging from elite gourmet to fast food.

In addition to earning the "Chef of the Year" award from the Professional 
Chefs Association of South Jersey, Younger has received other prestigious 
awards, including the Gold Medal in the 1992 American Culinary Federation 
National Championship, First Place in the 1991 New Jersey Seafood Challenge 
and First Place in the appetizer category of the 1990 National Phyllo Pastry 
Competition, which was judged at the Culinary Institute of America by a panel 
of master chefs.

Younger resides in Smithville, New Jersey with his wife and two children.


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ANIMATIONS       - Lot's more than a coffee shop. Open 24 hours. Complete
                   a la carte breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night.

ARTURO'S         - New gourmet restaurant named after chairman Arthur
                   Goldberg, featuring Mediterranean and Italian cuisine.
                   (609) 340-2709.

JIB'S OYSTER BAR - Oysters and Seafood at it's best. 

LONESTAR CAFE    - Fast hot and cold sandwiches including BBQ chicken,
                   ribs, cheese steaks and burgers.

MR. MING'S       - Authenic Catonese, Mandarin, Szechaun and Hunan cuisine.
                   (609) 340-2709.

PICKLES          - New York-style deli renown for enormous portions and
                   equally fabulous menu of original creations.

PRIME PLACE      - Hearty steakhouse offering a magnificent salad bar along
                   with generous portions of beef, poultry and lamb.
                   (609) 340-2709.

SIDEWALK CAFE    - Shrimp, shrimp and more shrimp lunch and dinner buffet
                   with a diverse array of choices.

SPA CAFE         - Located in the 8th floor spa, serving light, calorie-
                   conscious meals including soups and salads.     




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 BALLY'S PARK PLACE CASINO HOTEL       |
  Park Place & Boardwalk .609-340-2000 |
    Box Office ...........609-340-2709 |
    Hotel Rooms ..........609-340-2222 |
    Restaurants ..........609-340-2709 |
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