WSCA March 2022 Newsletter

MARCH 2022 NEWSLETTER

Washington State Chef's Association

Leading the Northwest's Culinary Arts into the 21st Century through

Professionalism, Education & Community Service

President's Message from Gary Fuller

Hello Members and Friends,

We had a good group of professionals, students, and apprentices at our March 14th educational seminar at Renton Technical College. As you may know, the topic was Sri Lankan cooking, culture, and the history of the island. Chef Gihan Ernest put on a delicious five-course dinner. It was an informal setting with the audience asking questions and sampling the plates. Chef Gihan not only shared his style of cooking but some secrets too. Visit this link to view the event pictures and menu.

I would like to thank Chef Tony Parker, Chef David Wynne, and Doug Medbury for hosting the event. We appreciate all you do for the chapter.

Entrée: Chicken Buriyani with Pineapples and Raita

Chef Gihan Ernest

April 11th - Bite of the Salmon Cook-Off

Open invitation to come to the April 11th Bite at Renton Technical College...

YOU ARE INVITED!

Coming up next month is the Bite of the Salmon, featuring a COOK-OFF for the BEST tasting bite. We have judges lined up for the different categories but don’t worry, we have a “People’s Choice Award“, SO YOU CAN VOTE too.

There are a few competition spots open, please contact Chef Scott McLean CEC if you are interested.

Find more info on this event below... or visit the meetings page for more details.

This event is free to members and guests to attend, vote and enjoy delicious bites from contestants! Please RSVP ASAP. For reservations, contact Michael Ventura, Sargeant at Arms:

sgt.atarmswsca@gmail.com

Questions?

HAVE QUESTIONS FOR US? SEE OUR NEW CONTACT PAGE ON THE WEBSITE. You can also access the Contact page from the homepage of the website. We are here to help. If you have questions about certification, membership, competitions, meetings, or general information, please contact the appropriate committee. Looking to volunteer and help the chapter at events or join a committee, please contact me at garylf3@gmail.com or 360-509-2682.

New Washington State Chefs Members

Welcome to our Newest WSCA Members! We are so glad you joined us!

Gabrielle Giorgi

Patrick Moran

Emilia Enfield

Coming Events

April 11th - Cook-off for the Bite of the Salmon at Renton Technical College

May 9th - Board Meeting

June 12th - Member Appreciation Event - Grill and Picnic - 5 Mile Lake, Auburn

July 24th-28th - National Convention in Las Vegas

August 8th - Board Retreat at US Foods Kitchen, Fife

September 12th - Fall Dinner at Bates Community College

October 17th - Bite of the Apprentice at Bell Harbor Int. Conference Center

November 14th - Holiday Dinner and Silent Auction

December - No Meeting

The Culinary Book Corner

Chef Jacques Pepin has written over twenty-five cookbooks. This book is a culinary adventure about his life and how he became one of the most well-known chefs in the world. The book is The Apprentice: My Life in the Kitchen. You are going to love the stories in the kitchen and his family adventures.

Enjoy!

My Favorite Quote

"Kindness is more important than wisdom, and the recognition of this is the beginning of wisdom." -Theodore Isaac Rubin

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Chef Gary L. Fuller, CEC, CCE, AAC

President, Washington State Chef's Association

WashingtonStateChefs.com

Bite of Salmon Cook-Off

MONDAY, APRIL 11th, 2022

AT RENTON TECHNICAL COLLEGE

LOCATION

Renton Technical College Cafeteria

3000 NE 4th St.

Renton, WA 98056

TIMELINE

2:00 pm - Set up prep time for contestants

4:00 pm - Start time for contestants

4:30 pm - Set to be judged by our panel of Culinary Judges.

5:00 pm - Service to Members and Guests along with people's choice voting

6:30 pm - Awards

COST

FREE

Members and guests can attend, vote and enjoy delicious bites

from contestants for FREE!

ADVANCE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

For Reservations, contact Michael Ventura, WSCA Sargeant at Arms: sgt.atarmswsca@gmail.com

SALMON COOK-OFF EVENT DETAILS

CONTESTANTS NEEDED!

Contact Scott Mclean ASAP at sdeemclean@gmail.com to secure your spot for the competition.

Who can compete:

15 teams total (5 local restaurant teams and 10 Culinary Arts students and Professional Chefs) Spaces are filling up quickly please contact Scott Mclean at sdeemclean@gmail.com to secure your spot for the competition.

Competition rules:

Amuse size bites (2 bite portions utilizing 6.5 pounds of salmon fillet)

Judging based on 3 categories:

Flavor/Taste, Technique and Presentation

Judged by:

Members choice voting and Panel of Culinary Judges

Awards and Prizes:

Awards and Prizes for top scores in each category along with bragging rights!

If you would like to be a contestant, please contact Scott McLean sdeemclean@gmail.com.

For more event details, visit the WSCA Meetings page.

Upcoming Certification Practical Exams

We have two more Practical Exams scheduled at Renton Technical College for 2022.

Date: May 7th and October 1st, 2022

WANT TO BECOME ACF CERTIFIED FOR FREE?

The WSCA has decided to help all WSCA members including culinarians, chefs, cooks, bakers, and pastry chefs by reimbursing for payment of their certification. We will pay all fees associated with the process. We want to help your career path towards a more successful culinary experience. More and more employers are looking for qualified experienced and educated employees. ACF Certification proves your knowledge and practical skill level.

Once you pass the final written and practical test and receive your ACF certification send us the receipts and we will reimburse your personal cost.

Visit the Certification page for more info. You can register online or submit the Practical Exam Candidate Registration Form. If you have ANY questions about certification, please reach out to any of our board members or other chapter-certified chefs and we will walk you through the process.

Complimentary 90 Day ACF Memberships

ACF recently launched a promotion for complimentary 90-day memberships. Invite your friends and colleagues to check out this promotion. Have them get familiar with the acfchefs.org website and engage in some of the free educational courses that are offered or log on to Chef’s Table.

Apply for a WSCA Culinary Scholarship!

APPLICATION DEADLINE: AUGUST 1st, 2022

AWARD DATE: SEPTEMBER WSCA MEETING

Visit the Scholarships webpage to find the scholarship application and more info on other scholarships offered.

*One scholarship awarded per period. Two may be issued at the committee's discretion based on criteria met by more than one applicant.

Please feel free to contact us at any time if you have ideas for the association.

Visit the WSCA Contact page to find contact info for the Association as well as each WSCA officer.

Sincerely,

Chef Gary L. Fuller, CEC, CCE, AAC

President, Washington State Chef's Association

WashingtonStateChefs.com

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