As the newly appointed Executive Chef of Grosse Pointe Yacht Club, Colby Newman is learning about his new staff, their skills and capabilities, as well as his members and their likes and dislikes. When I was young, it was easy to pack up the few things I owned and venture somewhere new. I was eager…
Why Club Chefs Are Not Sell-Outs
Colby Newman, Executive Chef of Amarillo (Texas) Country Club, has found that being a club chef is more challenging and rewarding than being a restaurant chef. Most culinary students dream of working in a Michelin Star or James Beard award-winning restaurant once they graduate. I certainly did. Never did I think or even consider becoming…
How a Guest Chef Taught, Inspired, and Motivated Us
Amarillo (Texas) CC’s Executive Chef invited Chef Martín Rios, of Restaurant Martín, to the club for its first ever Guest Chef Dinner. The experience was so valuable for that the club has decided to continue the series with more chefs from around the country. As I’ve said in the past, Amarillo is not necessarily an ideal…
Making a Name for Amarillo Beyond the Club
By collaborating more with local chefs, Amarillo (Texas) Country Club’s Executive Chef, Colby Newman, hopes to help grow the local culinary scene. When people think of Amarillo, Texas, there are a few things that come to mind. Palo Duro Canyon is one. The cattle and their “smell of money” that fills our city is another.…
How One Chef Struggles to Balance Work and Life
After years of focusing almost exclusively on work, Amarillo CC’s Executive Chef, Colby Newman, has found that his recipe for a happy life—and a more fulfilling career—is made up of time away from the club, outside the kitchen and with his family. I’ve never been the greatest with balancing work and home life. That’s not…
Kung Pao Chicken Tacos
Ingredients: 1 lbs. Chicken breast, sliced thin 1 EA Red Bell Pepper, julienne 1 EA Green Bell Pepper, julienne 1 EA Yellow onion, julienne 1 Cup Green Onion, chopped (green and white parts) 1 Tbsp. Ginger, minced 1 Tbsp. Garlic, minced 3-4 EA Dried Chili Peppers (optional) 1 Tbsp. Sugar 1 tsp. Chili Paste 1…
My Big List of Goals for 2017
Colby Newman, Amarillo CC’s Executive Chef, has big plans to elevates his club’s dining operation throughout the new year. I became the Executive Chef of the Amarillo (Texas) Country Club in October 2014, just a little over a month before the busiest time of the year started. Transitioning from a restaurant to a much larger…
Smoky Eggplant Hummus with Roasted Cauliflower Tapenade
Smoky Eggplant Hummus with Roasted Cauliflower Tapenade By Colby Newman, Executive Chef, Amarillo (Texas) Country Club For Hummus Ingredents: 1.25 cups Chickpeas, dried 1 tsp. baking soda 6.5 cups water 1 cups tahini paste 4 Tbsp. lemon juice, freshly squeezed 4 EA garlic, cloves 6.5 Tbsp. water, ice-cold TT salt Procedure: The night before, put…
Take Care of Your Team During the Holiday Rush
Amarillo CC’s Executive Chef Colby Newman eases the stress of the holidays by making sure his team is prepared and supported. Growing up, the holidays were my absolute favorite time of year. They were spent with family, eating some of my favorite foods, relaxing and watching football. I never thought the holidays would eventually turn…
Farmer Squash Salad
By Colby Newman, Executive Chef, Amarillo (Texas) Country Club Roasted Acorn Squash 4 ea Acorn squash, cut in half length wise, deseeded and cut into 1 inch thick half moons ¼ Cup Olive oil 1 T Salt ½ T Freshly cracked black pepper 2 T Smoked paprika 10 ea Garlic cloves, crushed 20 ea Thyme, sprigs…
Why I Love Cooking For Wine Dinners
According to Colby Newman, Executive Chef of Amarillo (Texas) Country Club, wine pairings should give members and guests the best experience of collective flavors. When it comes to dining at Amarillo (Texas) Country Club, wine dinners are one of the most important experiences we can offer—for our members, for my staff and for myself, too. Once…
Chicken Fried Short Rib with Summer Fruit Panzanella and Romesco
By Colby Newman, Executive Chef, Amarillo (Texas) Country Club Yield: 10 entrée portions For the Chicken Fried Short Ribs: Ingredients: 10 # Beef Short ribs 10 EA Yellow Onions, large dice 6 EA Carrots, large dice 10 EA Celery, large dice 10 EA Garlic, cloves 20 EA Thyme, fresh sprigs 4 EA Plums, large dice…
Becoming Seafood-Savvy
More club chefs are menuing sustainable fish in delicious, ocean-friendly ways. Chefs play an important role in the sustainable-seafood movement, introducing members and guests to products that prioritize the long-term life of the species along with the well-being of the oceans. In supporting sustainability, chefs can call on their unique ability to showcase how lesser-known…
Sockeye Salmon with Charred Sugar Snap Peas, Spring Farro Sauté and Chimichurri
Sockeye Salmon with Charred Sugar Snap Peas, Spring Farro Sauté and Chimichurri Recipe by Colby Newman, Executive Chef, Amarillo (Texas) Country Club Ingredients: 5 large onions, skin removed, quartered as needed, salt and pepper as needed, olive oil 2 cups farro 1 Tbsp. garlic, minced 1 cup roasted onions, medium dice 1 cup roasted red…