Chef Mary Grace Viado showcases creative comfort while building in clever menu versatility.

Chipotle peppers, ginger and rosemary make a simple marinade

Nuance marks the flavor approach to each of these builds.

A mindful yet playful approach to flavor building yields creative and compelling menu items

A strategic use of flavor building and cooking techniques promises craveability

A strategic use of soft textures ensures a comfort-centric build

Garlic, pomegranate molasses and eggplant - three Mediterranean ingredients not often used together in the same dish

The three ingredients O’Leary chose—angelica, burdock root and Seminole pumpkin—each carry intrigue

Hearty, satisfying builds stand out with clever flavor play

Taking ingredients in unexpected directions leads to sublime discovery

Touchpoints of the familiar come through in these three recipes

Plant-based additions enhance recipe development

Evocative flavors turn comfort-centric and adventurous builds into stars

Bold flavors carry both light and hearty dishes

Offering comfort while still serving up menu excitement

Classic techniques with modern touches bring home memorable flavors

Comforting indulgence with a sense of place

Thoughtful approaches to the mash-up create modern, craveable flavor combinations

Two recipes that offer signature spins on beloved builds

Assertive global flavors rounded out by softer tones from familiar ingredients

Three recipes that highlight flavor versatility and menu adaptability

Flavorful menu development that looks for inspiration close to home.

High impact flavor needs the right supporting players

Offering familiar ingredients in surprising, flavor-forward applications

Building crave in a comfort classic, a bright summer dish and a modern entrée

Playing with formats and adding unexpected flavor touches reveals new ideas

Thoughtful flavor combinations give breakfast, all-day and brunch a lift

Creative texture play takes favorites in exciting directions

Strategic flavor development ensures menu hits with both plant-forward and meat-centric items

Three creations showcase a modern American mash-up theme

Two recipes that nail craveability and comfort while demonstrating beautiful flavor touches.