The Queen also came to visit the area and was
introduced to Richard Underwood who was appointed as the head of
the Cornish Tourist Board.
He continued to send all of his chefs to Switzerland to learn
their trade, a major investment for a hotel in those days.
The beneficial results were always in evidence however as accolades and awards were continually won and the hotel’s reputation for the finest gastronomy and hand crafted speciality foods continued to prosper.
The hotel itself grew in shape and size as new wings and
rooms were added to cater for the ever growing flow of enthusiastic guests
and a much loved Round Room was created, where guests could enjoy the most
amazing sunshine over cream teas and evening aperitifs.
After 40 years of living at St Moritz, the Underwood’s decided that it
was time for them to retire. Although, sadly, the couple are no longer with
us, the rebuilding of the new £13.5m St Moritz will bring Richard
Underwood’s vision to life once more. The standard of attention to detail
and commitment to service, plus the unmistakably friendly ambience and
passion for the enterprise will be reborn and St Moritz will once again
become a special place in many people’s hearts and minds.