Balancing the unexpected with the familiar in flavor, format and function
Recipe courtesy of Venecia Willis
Sponsor:
Kikkoman
Balancing evolving back-of-house realities with customer expectations for flavor-forward menus.
A willingness to break with convention drives successful culinary innovation
Tuning the volume for a perfect flavor balance that meets the moment
Translating new inspirations into exciting and innovative culinary creations
Winning big with a simple, flavor-forward philosophy to recipe development
Meeting and exceeding guest expectations with flavor-forward solutions
Recipe courtesy of Chef Jenn Sheppard
Sponsor:
Bush's Best
Recipe courtesy of Chef Eric Stein
Sponsor:
Kikkoman
Servings: 2, Source: Jamie Simpson, Culinary Vegetable Institute, Photo: Michelle Demuth-Bibb
Servings: 4-6, Source: Jamie Simpson, Culinary Vegetable Institute, Photo: Michelle Demuth-Bibb
Servings: 2, Source: Jamie Simpson, Culinary Vegetable Institute, Photo: Michelle Demuth-Bibb
Recipe courtesy of Chef Rick Petralia
Sponsor:
Barilla
Recipe courtesy of Chef Kathy Ruiz, Senior VP of Culinary, Fertitta Entertainment/Landry’s
Sponsor:
Bel Brands USA
Recipe courtesy of Will Eudy and Ben Whittington
Sponsor:
Bel Brands USA
Recipe courtesy of Chef Matthew Burton
Sponsor:
Tyson
Recipe courtesy of Chef Dawn McClung
Sponsor:
Bush's Best
Recipe courtesy of Chef Daniel Camp
Sponsor:
Kikkoman
On a mission to deliver memorable, craveable, inimitable flavor experiences
Transforming craveable classics with a fresh, contemporary spin
Created by Chef Chandon Clenard
Sponsor:
Barilla
Leveraging the powerful effects of gentle flavor twists
Courtesy of Chef Greg Basalla
Sponsor:
Barilla
Sliced Idaho® Potatoes, layered with fennel and leeks and smothered in a creamy Gruyère Mornay sauce.
Savory smoked trout and fried Idaho® Potatoes on potato bread, served with Horseradish Crème Fraîche.
Three colorful layers of whipped Idaho® Potatoes, piled high on crispy Idaho® Potato chips.
Spiral-cut Idaho® Potatoes are fried to a golden brown then filled with duck confit.
Understanding the flavor sophistication found in thoughtful simplicity
Creating next-gen transformations of familiar favorites
Finding flavor and favor in the culinary construction zone
Created by Chef David Viviano
Sponsor:
Barilla
Creating thrilling flavor experiences by drawing from a well of personal experiences
Serving a muse that demands new bold flavor takes on traditional dishes
Mining the flavor complexity found within humble ingredients and classic techniques
Courtesy of Chef Jennifer Etzkin OBrien
Sponsor:
Bel Brands
Created by Michael Slavin, VP of Culinary & Menu Innovation, Houlihan’s, Inc.
Global inspirations lead to inventive flavor builds that surprise and delight.
Created by Chef Jeffrey Quasha
Sponsor:
Barilla
Two recipes that nail craveability and comfort while demonstrating beautiful flavor touches.
Lively flavor play makes salads trend-forward and memorable
Telling bold flavor stories gives menus a sharper competitive edge
Created by Chef Jeremy Lett
Sponsor:
Barilla
Landing on unique dishes that carry broad appeal stems from an intuitive understanding of what drives the guest connection
Chef Mary Grace Viado showcases creative comfort while building in clever menu versatility.
Nuance marks the flavor approach to each of these builds.
A mindful yet playful approach to flavor building yields creative and compelling menu items
Created by Chef Pam Smith
Sponsor:
Barilla
A strategic use of flavor building and cooking techniques promises craveability
Created by Pam Smith, RD
Sponsor:
Barilla America