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Welcome to the April issue of the “Hot Off the Grill” Culinary Federation Newsletter!
It’s hard to believe we are already more than halfway through the month of April. We hope this newsletter finds you with the weather getting warmer and the days getting longer.
Thank you to everyone who has registered so far to attend the CF22 National Conference in Saskatoon! We are getting more and more excited to gather in June. Watch your email in the coming weeks as we continue to highlight education sessions and tour day options. The plans are coming together for an amazing time of celebrating and educating all things culinary. If you haven’t already registered, what are you waiting for? Click HERE for more information and to register.
Also, were you able to check out this week's Sysco’s Virtual Kitchen Culinary Federation Chefs in the Field episode on April 19 - for a sneak peek to one of our conference program highlights – Wanuskewin Heritage Park? Head over to Sysco's YouTube channel for a replay to learn more about this amazing facility and to hear from Chef Doug about Indigenous Cuisine.
Last month we held our first ever Family Food Culinary Knowledge Bowl! It was a battle of East vs. West with schools competing for a spot at the finals at the conference in June. NAIT was the winning team from the West, and Fanshawe College was the winning team from the East. We can’t wait to see who comes out on top! You can watch all of the action here:
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As always, thank you for your continued support and membership, if there is anything you want to discuss regarding the Culinary Federation and your membership experience, please contact me at president@culinaryfederation.ca
Thank you,
Ryan Marquis
National President
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Don’t miss out on the opportunity to “RESET AND RECONNECT” with your Culinary Federation family in Saskatoon in June 2022!
We can't wait to see you!
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Stay tuned for information about the education and events program to follow in our separate conference newsletter. |
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The Power of Human Connection
- In Crisis and Beyond
Pete Bombaci (Founder, The GenWell Project)
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In his highly relevant session, Pete will take the audience on a journey from the most connected times in history to our most disconnected time, and how we managed to get ourselves there. He will passionately highlight the negative and positive consequences of a disconnected world on business, communities, and each of us as individuals. He will end with a series of suggestions that each chef, owner and community leader can implement into their daily routines and habits, which help you take a leadership role in bringing the community together and driving your business success.
Key Takeways:
- Learn about the history of human connection
- Hear how the global pandemic magnified an issue that existed long before COVID-19
- Understand the negative implications of social isolation, loneliness and disconnection on workplaces, classrooms and in the community
- Recognize the many positive impacts of social connection to our social health
- Understand how we can all be part of the solution
- Recognize the opportunity for business leaders to use this information to build more successful businesses
- Tips, tools and suggestions on how we can all start building healthier connection habits today
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Pete Bombaci is a visionary business and social change leader who believes that by doing the right thing every day, exceptional results are created. His engaging leadership style comes from an enthusiasm and genuine desire to help others, as well as the belief that building a great culture encourages collaboration, great execution and ultimately bottom line results.
In 2016, Pete launched The GenWell Project, a Canadian led, Global Human Connection Movement, which has recently become more relevant than ever. The mission of the GenWell Project is to make the world a happier and healthier place by educating, empowering, and catalyzing people around the importance of proactive face-to-face social connection as an action we can all take for our health, happiness, longevity, and the betterment of society.
Pete’s experience in the not-for-profit field predates the founding of The GenWell Project, as he successfully led the Movember Canada Foundation for nearly five years, growing the cause from a few thousand participants nationwide to the largest fundraising country worldwide, leading the team that raised $142 million dollars for men’s health over that time. Prior to joining Movember Canada, Pete was a 20-year veteran of the beverage and hospitality industry, serving in roles from bartender to sales to brand management. Pete has been able to draw on these broad range of experiences in both the for-profit and not-for-profit fields in his work to build a more Connected Canada.
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SILVER Conference Partner Highlight |
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Ardent Mills is working to transform how the world is nourished. As the premier flour-milling and ingredient company, we cultivate the future of plant-based solutions to help our customers and communities thrive. We operate more than 40 locations in Canada, the US and Puerto Rico focused on flour, oats, durum, savoury & pizza mixes as well as quinoa, chickpeas, pulses, organic and gluten free products that drive innovation and ultimately supply nutritious food across North America. Our holistic portfolio empowers us to meet the complex needs of customers today while focusing on the growing needs of tomorrow’s consumer.
Our expertise spans every step of the supply chain – bringing capabilities and resources from field to functionality. With the scale, quality, and safety that come from partnering with us, we strive to reduce operational challenges while providing the insights and innovation that can help your business grow.
We leave a positive impact on our team members, customers, communities, and partners with our values of Trust, Serving, Simplicity and Safety.
We believe leadership comes with responsibility, and we see ourselves as stewards of the resources that bring grain-based foods to a hungry world. Our mission of sustainability includes responsible sourcing, waste reduction, regenerative agriculture and much more.
From the start, Ardent Mills has produced some of the most trusted brands in the industry, relied upon by bakers and chefs for decades. It’s a basic truth of baking, “The foundation of any first-rate baked good is a first-rate flour.” And at Ardent Mills, we strive to provide our customers with first-rate flours every day.
Ardent Mills is dedicated to cultivating the future of alternative grains, such as quinoa and chickpeas, to drive innovation across emerging nutrition applications. We have plans to continue growing and expanding in the coming years, investing in people, plants, resources, and capabilities along the way.
We’re about more than products. At Ardent Mills, we know that customers want a supplier partner who offers insights, expertise, and technical support.
Technical services
We’re here to support you with our industry-leading technical services team — in the lab and onsite at your facility or foodservice operation to provide troubleshooting and optimize performance and taste.
Research and development
Our innovation team brings together the top talent in culinary, development, quality standards and technical support to help you turn inspiration into reality with unmatched expertise and insights.
Culinary services
Our culinary team taps into demographic and lifestyle trends to ideate strategically grounded, breakthrough concepts that fit your growth goals.
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GOLD Conference Partner Highlight |
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Icons of European Taste Initiate Authentic Trade Training Sessions |
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The Canadian Culinary Federation is pleased and excited to announce the participation of Icons of European Taste as a Gold Partner at the 2022 National Conference.
The Icons in question consist of the producers of Prosciutto di San Daniele PDO, Grana Padano Cheese PDO and Prosciutto di Parma PDO who have partnered together to raise awareness about the legendary quality, tradition and taste of these world–renowned products.
Each has been made for centuries in their respective regions using the same traditional production methods and is part of an elite group of European products certified under the Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) system, guaranteeing quality and authenticity.
Activities undertaken in Canada have included retail promotions and deli trainings, participation in major food shows and events, and partnerships with Chefs Massimo Capra and Chuck Hughes. Additionally, Icons of European Taste host virtual and in-person foodservice-focused seminars about these three Italian delicacies. Hosted by Chef Roberto Fracchioni, the hour-long sessions cover serving suggestions, preparation, care and storage techniques, insight in their histories and how to ensure your serving the real deal to your customers and guests.
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The content of this promotional campaign represents the views of the author only and is his/her sole responsibility. The European Commission and the European Research Executive Agency (REA) do not accept any responsibility for any use that may be made of the information it contains. |
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Please welcome new and returning members ... |
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CF NORTH VANCOUVER ISLAND
Ellianna Dyble
CF VANCOUVER
Michael Boshart
Cody Rector
Zoe Cheung
Chloe Sy
CF OKANAGAN
Carolynn Pawluk
CF LETHBRIDGE
Merek GobleLidstone
CF EDMONTON
Mark Austin
Lucas Hoffman
CF REGINA
Jennifer Charters
CF WINDSOR
Anthony Dalupan
Dylan Roehler
Cameron Kozora
Aaron Jeffs
Alexandra Campbell
CF OTTAWA
Daniel LeBlanc
Patrick Turcot
Christopher Peters
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CF LONDON
Junel Policianos
Arlyn Mendoza
William Thompson
Ryan Mark
Jason Miller
Skyra Barretto
Alyanna Ramos
Felix Andrew Miranda
Mary Angelica Chua
CF OAKVILLE
Romel Griarte
Jo-anne Hebert
Emily Eyre
Joshua Massie
CF TORONTO
Ziad Mokhalalati
Niomi Raymond
Jeremy Iangemann
Mayank Mohandas
Thi Quynh Le
Mai Dong
CF MONCTON
Regan Byers
CF MEMBER AT LARGE
Ibrahim Khalil
CF FOODIE
Yuvashni Danilala
Lyndon Hogan
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