Field Trip: Going for the Gold at Bocuse d'Or USA
Even with the Winter Olympics on the horizon, it’s hard to imagine a display of patriotic pride—or foodie frenzy—greater than what we saw in the Bocuse d’Or USA bleachers at the Culinary Institute of America this weekend. Scores of boisterous culinary students and gastro fans gathered to support the 12 chefs competing for the chance to represent America at the Bocuse d’Or in Lyon in January 2011. Each chef, assisted by a commis, faced the same challenge: prepare a salmon dish and a lamb dish for an intimidating all-star lineup of judges that included Daniel Boulud, Thomas Keller, and Grant Achatz. It made Iron Chef look like a school talent contest.
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On the Menu: JBF at the Bocuse d'Or USA Finals
While most folks are counting down the days until the Vancouver Olympics, we're fired up for one of the most spectacular events in the wide world of food: the Bocuse d'Or USA Finals at the Culinary Institute of America. It all kicks off this morning with demonstrations, book signings, and panels on the school's Hyde Park campus. The official competition, where twelve finalists will cook and painstakingly plate several dishes for a chance to represent America at the 2011 Bocuse d'Or world competition in Lyon, starts at 8:00 A.M. on Saturday.
JBF president Susan Ungaro will host demos by JBF Award winners Eric Ziebold and Charlie Trotter, and will also emcee tomorrow's main event. "I really think that this year's finalists represent the best of America's chefs," Ungaro says. "I'm very excited that JBF
Will Kevin Make the Team?
We loved the Bocuse d’Or challenge on the last episode of Top Chef. Wondering what to do while you worry if Kevin will make the team? This weekend you can help support the 2011 American entrants and enjoy a little holiday cheer with Daniel Boulud at one of his Bocuse d’Or USA Foundation fund-raisers. Whether you prefer a holiday cooking class, a multi-course French feast, or a classic American brunch, Boulud is offering something for everyone.
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