Top Chef: California

Summer's Hottest Culinary Collab: Top Chef Alum Eric Adjepong Creates Exclusive Recipes for Popular West-African Line AYO Foods

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Thursday, July 22, 2021

To celebrate the return of dinner parties, cookouts and everything in between, the popular line of West-African cuisine has partnered with Top Chef alum Chef Eric Adjepong to introduce two new recipes - Waakye (Beans and Rice) and Chicken Yassa to the AYO family.

Key Points: 
  • To celebrate the return of dinner parties, cookouts and everything in between, the popular line of West-African cuisine has partnered with Top Chef alum Chef Eric Adjepong to introduce two new recipes - Waakye (Beans and Rice) and Chicken Yassa to the AYO family.
  • Chef Eric Adjepong is the perfect partner for AYO's inaugural recipe collaboration given their shared love for the rich culture and flavors of West Africa.
  • One of the most acclaimed finalists in Top Chef history, Chef Adjepong draws from his Ghanian heritage to create memorable dishes that are bold, creative and comforting.
  • AYO Foods has quickly built a loyal following and a mouthwatering reputation for its line of delicious, West-African dishes inspired by generational family recipes.

The Habit Burger Grill Debuts Refreshing New Balsamic Grilled Chicken And Asparagus Salad Just In Time For Summer

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021

There's nothing better than a hand-cut crisp salad on a hot summer day, and the new Balsamic Grilled Chicken and Asparagus Salad is just that.

Key Points: 
  • There's nothing better than a hand-cut crisp salad on a hot summer day, and the new Balsamic Grilled Chicken and Asparagus Salad is just that.
  • says Adam Baird, Executive Chef at The Habit Burger Grill.
  • The new Balsamic Grilled Chicken and Asparagus salad is available until August 10, 2021 at select locations.
  • Guests at The Habit Burger Grill can always count on freshly-made, handcrafted quality served up with genuine hospitality.

Final Four "Top Chef" Contestants Create Tillamook "Cheese Five Ways" Dishes During Elimination Challenge at Oregon's Iconic Tillamook Creamery

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Monday, June 21, 2021

The full offering of Tillamook products sold at the Creamery were also made available to the cheftestants to plus-up their dishes.

Key Points: 
  • The full offering of Tillamook products sold at the Creamery were also made available to the cheftestants to plus-up their dishes.
  • His dish included the following Tillamook products: Cheddar Cheese Curds, Extra Sharp Aged Cheddar, Smoked Medium Cheddar, and Medium Cheddar.
  • Tillamook Creamery Executive Chef Josh Archibald joined judges Padma Lakshmi, Tom Colicchio, Gail Simmons and "Top Chef" alum Dale Talde at the judges' table for the challenge.
  • During the season, cheftestants have taken on challenges at some of Oregon's most identifiable and picturesque locations with the Elimination Challenge at the Tillamook Creamery being no exception.

The Chefs’ Warehouse Expands Allen Brothers Brand to Northern California

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Friday, February 5, 2021

Allen Brothers is our premier fine meat and seafood brand, coveted by some of the best chefs in the country, said Christopher Pappas, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. We are excited to offer Allen Brothers The Great Steakhouse Steaks & Worlds Finest Seafood brand in Northern California.

Key Points: 
  • Allen Brothers is our premier fine meat and seafood brand, coveted by some of the best chefs in the country, said Christopher Pappas, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. We are excited to offer Allen Brothers The Great Steakhouse Steaks & Worlds Finest Seafood brand in Northern California.
  • Allen Brothers selection, master butchering and aging methods are the best in the industry.
  • Allen Brothers was founded in 1893 in the original Union Stockyard of Chicago and since then has been committed to the exacting standards of Americas top chefs.
  • Transitioning to the Allen Brothers brand in Northern California adds real horsepower to our growth in the region, said Harris Heckelman, EVP of Center of The Plate for The Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. We are excited to introduce many of the same world-class products Allen Brothers is known for in Chicago, New York, South Florida and other top culinary markets around the country.

Giant Food Teams Up with P&G to Launch Immersive E-Commerce Homegating Experience For the Ultimate Game Day Celebration

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Monday, February 1, 2021

Chef Tiffani, a Top Chef runner-up, current judge on Food Network's Chopped and restauranteur, has created four original game day recipes exclusively for Giant customers: Pepperoni Pizza Dip, Yogurt Chicken Wings, Healthy-ish Yogurt Ranch for Crudites/Wings and Easy Chocolate Mousse.

Key Points: 
  • Chef Tiffani, a Top Chef runner-up, current judge on Food Network's Chopped and restauranteur, has created four original game day recipes exclusively for Giant customers: Pepperoni Pizza Dip, Yogurt Chicken Wings, Healthy-ish Yogurt Ranch for Crudites/Wings and Easy Chocolate Mousse.
  • Customers can order all the ingredients straight to their doors ahead of game day through Giant Delivers or schedule a pickup at their local store through Giant Pickup.
  • With the help of P&G, Giant customers can also get everything they need for pre-game prep and post-game cleanup on GiantFood.com.
  • To shop the products needed to create exclusive Big Game recipes as part of the online homegating experience, visit: giantfood.com/pages/homegating .

Dole Adds Three More Flavors and New Mix-Friendly Bowl to Its Ready-to-Eat Bowl Salad Line

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Tuesday, December 8, 2020

Prompted by positive retail and customer feedback, the single-serve, RTE salad bowl line rolled out nationally in May 2020 after a successful 2019 debut in the East.

Key Points: 
  • Prompted by positive retail and customer feedback, the single-serve, RTE salad bowl line rolled out nationally in May 2020 after a successful 2019 debut in the East.
  • DOLE FreshTakes Chicken Club BLT Bowl Salad: DOLE Iceberg and Green Leaf lettuces topped with roasted white-meat chicken, uncured bacon pieces, grape tomatoes, whole-grain cheese garlic croutons and Doles Buttermilk Ranch Dressing.
  • DOLE FreshTakes Backyard BBQ Salad with Chicken Bowl Salad: DOLE Iceberg and Green Leaf lettuces and Red Cabbage topped with grilled, white-meat chicken, fire-roasted corn, mild cheddar cheese, crispy onions, carrots and Doles BBQ Ranch Dressing.
  • A global packaged salad and salad kits leader, Dole offers 95 different packaged salad varieties including its popular Chopped!

Rémy Martin And Chef Kwame Onwuachi Launch Summer Culinary Series: "Flavor by the Grill"

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Wednesday, July 29, 2020

Through curated content, Rmy Martin and the former Top Chef contestant collaborate to highlight the depth of flavors and versatility of cognac, specifically enjoying Rmy Martin 1738 Accord Royal and Rmy Martin VSOP in the summer months.

Key Points: 
  • Through curated content, Rmy Martin and the former Top Chef contestant collaborate to highlight the depth of flavors and versatility of cognac, specifically enjoying Rmy Martin 1738 Accord Royal and Rmy Martin VSOP in the summer months.
  • These past experiences, blended with his culinary exploration of the Rmy Martin Cognac, have resulted in the dynamic meals and vibrant cocktails highlighted in this series.
  • "We are incredibly proud to team up with Chef Kwame Onwuachi," said Ian McLernon, President and CEO Americas at Rmy Cointreau.
  • "Chef Kwame's wholehearted dedication to excellence in his craft and the culinary space inspires us and is celebrated here at Rmy Martin.