By Johnson & Wales University

DEADLINE: MAY 1, 2021 – Pearfection Cheesecake Recipe Contest

CAFÉ Talks Episode 23

From a young teenage boy in Detroit riding his Stingray bike to that first job as a dishwasher to one of America’s extraordinary Certified Master Chefs – Dan Hugelier talks about his journey. Those humble beginnings of mastering four egg pans and a griddle as breakfast cook to earning gold medals in the Culinary Olympics – this exceptional chef demonstrated the craftsmanship, discipline, inquisitiveness, willingness to learn, and talent necessary to be at the top of his game. A former executive chef at restaurants, clubs and hotels serving thousands of meals a day to the culinary classrooms of Schoolcraft College as a highly respected instructor Chef Dan reflects on what is most important: to give back, to remain humble, to know that mentoring others and encouraging discovery, fairness, a commitment to foundational cooking, and relishing the success of others is what a true professional does. Join us as we become a master chef’s students for an hour and learn to tuck away the attributes and beliefs that will help to guide us and those we mentor, toward a successful life behind the range.

You know CAFÉ is a culinary educator’s go-to source.

Professional Benefits, A Contest, and A Job Opening!

An accomplished restaurant and resort chef, former executive chef for the enormously complex Opryland Hotel, leader of the Culinary Team at London’s Olympic Park and Stadium, Certified Executive Chef and Board Member of The American Culinary Federation Education Foundation – shifts his career direction to healthcare foodservice operations. Working as Corporate R and D Chef for Morrison Healthcare – Chef Jeffrey Quasha is as enthusiastic about his current position and as passionate about his role as he was a chef working for exclusive fine dining restaurants and resorts. “Morrison’s is a chef-centric company that resembles a classic organizational brigade”. A company that embodies two important core beliefs: they believe in the Power of Food and having a Passion for Life’s Flavor. Learn about this groundbreaking company that is focused on helping people live a full life through great tasting, healthy eating. Where will young culinary students and seasoned chefs pursue their careers in the future? Once you listen to Chef Quasha your eyes will be opened to the possibilities that this important foodservice segment offers. Join us as Chef Quasha gives us a glimpse of his journey and his altruistic commitment to making a difference with food.

Pearfection Cheesecake Recipe Contest

Chef, butcher and longtime American “Lambassador” Mark DeNittis will share an easy and approachable lesson plan for teaching about lamb sausages.

By Chef/Butcher Mark DeNittis

CAFÉ Talks Episode 22