During the PlateCraft club tour of Wildcat Cliffs, Executive Chef Will Bystrzycki impressed fellow chefs with his inventive Crispy Quail Breast dish, showcasing local ingredients.
PlateCraft Cookbook Spotlight: J. Daniel Montano, CEC, Executive Chef, Forsyth Country Club
Montano’s Chori Pollo is inspired by skills honed at PlateCraft and emphasizes his commitment to showcasing Hispanic cuisine.
PlateCraft Cookbook Spotlight: Benjamin Guaman, CEC, Executive Chef, Governors Club
Guaman’s PlateCraft-inspired Brazilian picanha steak features hearts of palm, carrot, Cabrales potato llapingacho, plantain chip and churrasco sauce.
PlateCraft Cookbook Spotlight: Richard Brumm, CEC, WCEC, CCA, AAC, Director of Culinary Operations, Executive Chef, Bonita Bay Club
From using enhanced transglutaminase to augment the in-house dry aged beef that was infused with cocoa to a ferment being incorporated into the remaining items, each aspect of this entrée showcases a concept or technique that was presented during PlateCraft.
Cookbook Spotlight: Vanessa Tristan, CEPC, Executive Pastry Chef, The Club at Carlton Woods
Tristan’s Brown Butter Tres Leches Cake blends traditional Mexican flavors with her unique culinary flair, making it a signature dessert that celebrates her heritage and creativity.
Cookbook Spotlight: Hyewon Kwon, Executive Pastry Chef, Broken Sound Club
Modern approach meets culinary classic in Hyewon Kwon’s Honeycrisp tartine featuring housemade cinnamon ice cream.
PlateCraft Cookbook Spotlight: Michael Shannon, CEC, Executive Chef, Somerset Club
Shannon’s Lobster and Salmon Roulade is a testament to his innovative approach and culinary artistry.
PlateCraft Cookbook Spotlight: Andrew Haapala, Executive Chef, The Country Club of Virginia
The Pan-Seared Sable combines sophisticated flavors and textures.
PlateCraft Cookbook Spotlight: Geo Lanez, MBA, CEC, Executive Chef, The Patterson Club
The poached Atlantic salmon stands out for its stencil design and use of molds, as well as its diverse textures and flavor profiles.
PlateCraft Cookbook Spotlight: Damien Joseph, Executive Sous Chef, Round Hill Club
The seared Nantucket Bay scallops with sweet carrot purée, tiny vegetables, gold-dusted garam masala crackers were crafted using cryo-blanching and stenciling techniques learned at PlateCraft.
PlateCraft Cookbook Spotlight: Jay Christmas, CEC, AAC, Executive Chef, Mountain Brook Club
Known for his skillful blend of innovation and tradition in cooking, Jay Christmas, CEC, AAC, Executive Chef at Mountain Brook Club in Birmingham, Alabama, discusses how his experience at PlateCraft has influenced his latest dish. PlateCraft, known for its focus on advanced culinary techniques, has been a source of inspiration and growth for many club…
PlateCraft Cookbook Spotlight: Ben Sarrat, Executive Chef, New Orleans Country Club
Sarrat opens up about how PlateCraft shaped his approach to this dish that has since become a favorite among club members.
Cookbook Spotlight: Roy Khoo, Executive Chef of The California Club
Khoo’s Santa Barbara spot prawn recipe originates from his grandmother and incorporates a crisp, refreshing slaw and sweet potato puree.
Cookbook Spotlight: Peter Spear, WCMC, CEC, CCA, PCII, Executive Chef of MacGregor Downs Country Club
The crispy duck breast dish strikes a balance between sweetness from the cherries, saltiness from the duck breast and crispness from the croquettes.
Cookbook Spotlight: Patrice Hewski, Certified Sommelier and Beverage Manager of Commonwealth National Golf Club & Manor House
This whiskey sour with a twist holds true to its flavor profile, with added sweetness and smokiness.