ACF - Nation's Capital Chef's Association

🇺🇸🎆 Happy 4th of July from ACF Nation's Capital Chef's Association! 🎉 Today, as we come together to celebrate our nation's history, let's also take a moment to appreciate the culinary traditions that unite us. Whether you're grilling up a storm or enjoying a patriotic feast, may your day be filled with the sizzle of excitement and the flavors of joy. 🍔🌭 Wishing all our members, chefs, and food enthusiasts a festive and delicious celebration! 🎇

🇺🇸🍽️ At ACF Nation's Capital Chef's Association, we understand the power of food to bring people together and this week we celebrate the freedoms we hold dear. Let us remember the privilege of living in a nation where we can enjoy meals with loved ones in peace and harmony, embracing the diversity of flavors that make our nation so rich. Here's to the shared moments of joy, gratitude, and unity that make our country strong. Happy Independence Week! 🎆

ACF MasterCraft Summit Series: Barbecue Culinary Summit on Fri., Oct. 11 – Sun., Oct. 13, Overland Park, Kansas. In collaboration with the Kansas City BBQ Society, join us for an immersive weekend celebrating the art of barbecue, featuring hands-on cooking, insightful lectures, and a KCBS judge's class. Learn from seasoned pitmasters and industry experts, explore barbecue's cultural significance, and refine your skills in the kitchen and at the grill: https://www.acfchefs.org/ACF/Events/Summits/ACF/Events/Summits/

MasterCraft Summit Series The ACF MasterCraft Summit Series is comprised of one-day educational summits to deliver a higher level of in-person educational programs.

TOMORROW!🍷 🍽 Join us for the first of our four exclusive Summer Wine Dinner Series events at The Prime Rib Maryland at Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland (7002 Arundel Mills Circle, Hanover, MD) on June 27th from 6pm-8pm. Experience the pinnacle of gourmet dining and wine tasting. REGISTER HERE: https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability

Five Dinner Stations:
-Tuna Nicoise: Haricot vert, poached egg, sunburst tomatoes, and Castelvetrano olives.
-Prime Carpaccio: Hearts of palm, grain mustard, frisée, and truffle.
-Rosewood Ranch Strip: Gruyere whipped potatoes and spinach mousse.
-Herb-Seared Scallop: Caviar and fennel, with Rombauer Sauvignon Blanc or J Vineyards Sparkling.
-Crepe Station: Variety of flambe fruit options.
-Wine Pairings: Expertly selected wines to complement each dish.
-Elegant Ambiance: Enjoy the upscale atmosphere and impeccable service Prime Rib is renowned for.
-Time: 6 PM - 8 PM

👩🏻‍🍳 🥇 Student Pastry Chef of the Year - Central Region: Meet the Central Region Student Pastry Chef of the Year, Allison White with Joliet Junior College! Stay tuned for more articles like these featuring our regional award winners who will advance to the ACF national competitions at convention in July! And how exciting, competitions are back on the trade show floor so you can catch all the action right onsite! https://wearechefs.com/2024/06/12/central-region-student-pastry-chef-of-the-year-allison-white-on-career-changes-and-competitions/

Central Region Student Pastry Chef of the Year Allison White on career changes and competitions By Kenya McCullum ACF Student Chef Allison White, CC, from Schoolcraft College in Livonia, Mich., knew she needed a change, and the pandemic was the perfect opportunity to make one. She always love…

🎟 GET YOUR TICKETS! Join the Nation's Capital Chef's Association for our annual golf tournament on Monday, September 30, 2024 to benefit Warrior Events: www.warriorevents.net. TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ncca-annual-golf-outing-tickets-875937401347

NCCA Annual Golf Outing Join your fellow culinarians and foodies for a fun day of golf, food and drink to benefit a great cause with our partners at Warrior Events

ACF ChefsForum: The Rise and Impact of Food Trucks on Industry & Education - Join Chef Chris Tanner as he moderates a panel discussion with food truck experts as they discuss their experiences in the industry: https://youtu.be/gjb4N55-5ps?si=gxeeze2q30ISdVJF

ACF ChefsForum: The Rise and Impact of Food Trucks on Industry & Education Join Chef Chris Tanner as he moderates a panel discussion with food truck experts as they discuss their experiences in the industry.

The Ingredient of the Month is Asian Noodles! With a history spanning over 4,000 years, the origins of Asian noodles can be traced back to ancient China during the Han dynasty. Download the presentation, learn more about Asian noodles and complete the quiz by logging on to the ACF Online Learning Center to earn one hour of continuing-education credits toward ACF certification: https://www.acfchefs.org/ACF/Partnerships/Chef_and_Child/Ingredients/ACF/Partnerships/CCF/Ingredients/

🎉 Happy Father's Day to all the incredible dads out there! 🎉 Today, we honor and appreciate the strength, guidance, and love that fathers bring into our lives. Whether you're a chef dad, a food enthusiast, or simply celebrating with your father figure, we hope your day is filled with delicious food, laughter, and cherished moments with loved ones. Here's to all the dads who add joy and flavor to our lives! 🍳👨‍🍳👔

New job opportunities on our website! https://acfncca.org/job-opportunities/

Regional Qualifiers Results: Introducing the ACF regional award winners! We’re posting a series of articles on the new WeAreChefs.com and our social channels featuring these winners who will advance to the ACF national competitions at convention in July! Start here with ACF Central Region Student Chef of the Year Ashly Winkelman: https://wearechefs.com/2024/05/29/meet-the-2024-central-region-acf-student-chef-of-the-year-2/

Meet the 2024 Central Region ACF Student Chef of the Year By Kenya McCullum From the time ACF student chef Ashly Winkelman was a child helping her mother make Thanksgiving dinner, she felt at ease in the kitchen. However, the pressure of culinary competit…

Food Truck Madness! Read more about the monthly ACF trend for June and how food truck owners manage their operations. Originally published in the May/June issue of NCR: https://issuu.com/acfnationalculinaryreview/docs/ncr_2024_mayjun_issuu/18

National Culinary Review May/June 2024 Take a deep dive into the stories of ACF chefs from various branches of the military, plus a recap of the recent Joint Culinary Training Exercise, the premier competition for military chefs. This issue also features a look at ACF’s trends for May and June: Modern BBQ/Global Smoke and Food Trucks! ...

🍷 🍽 Join us for the first of our four exclusive Summer Wine Dinner Series events at The Prime Rib Maryland at Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland (7002 Arundel Mills Circle, Hanover, MD) on June 27th from 6pm-8pm. Experience the pinnacle of gourmet dining and wine tasting. REGISTER HERE: https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability

Five Dinner Stations:
-Tuna Nicoise: Haricot vert, poached egg, sunburst tomatoes, and Castelvetrano olives.
-Prime Carpaccio: Hearts of palm, grain mustard, frisée, and truffle.
-Rosewood Ranch Strip: Gruyere whipped potatoes and spinach mousse.
-Herb-Seared Scallop: Caviar and fennel, with Rombauer Sauvignon Blanc or J Vineyards Sparkling.
-Crepe Station: Variety of flambe fruit options.
-Wine Pairings: Expertly selected wines to complement each dish.
-Elegant Ambiance: Enjoy the upscale atmosphere and impeccable service Prime Rib is renowned for.
-Time: 6 PM - 8 PM

💻 ACF Chefs Forum Webinar: The Rise and Impact of Food Trucks on Industry & Education on this Wed., June 12, 3:00 p.m. ET. These mobile kitchens have revolutionized the restaurant industry, offering an affordable entry point with minimal real estate, reduced labor, and lower overhead costs - prized by independent restaurant owners and large-scale institutions alike. You won’t want to miss this insightful panel discussion led by ACF’s Executive Director, Chef Chris Tanner and featuring ACF Chefs David Brough, PhD, CEC, CCE, CCA, AAC, Dean — School of Hotel, Culinary Arts and Tourism and Rain O’Donnell, assistant professor from SUNY Schenectady; Damian Del Pizzo, chef/owner, Vucca Street Food; and ACF Chefs Anthony Jung, CEC, and Alexander Ong, University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Sponsored by Smithfield. https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/3917162205011/WN_UzkEcwI3Saysd3ncrOMIKA #/registration

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: ACF Chefs Forum: The Rise and Impact of Food Trucks on Industry & Education. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar. Join us for the latest installment of the ACF ChefsForum webinar series, where we’ll hold a robust discussion on the dynamic industry segment of food trucks. These mobile kitchens have revolutionized the restaurant industry, offering an affordable entry point with minimal real estate, reduced labo...

Reasons why students and aspiring chefs should consider ACF Certifications from a culinary educator's viewpoint: https://issuu.com/acfnationalculinaryreview/docs/ncr_2024_mayjun_issuu/44

National Culinary Review May/June 2024 Take a deep dive into the stories of ACF chefs from various branches of the military, plus a recap of the recent Joint Culinary Training Exercise, the premier competition for military chefs. This issue also features a look at ACF’s trends for May and June: Modern BBQ/Global Smoke and Food Trucks! ...

ACF ChefsForum: Elevate Your BBQ with Modern Technique & Global Flavors: Chef Greg Boggs unveils the secrets to infusing modern barbecue with flavors from across the globe and demonstrates how to cook hot and fast while incorporating popular BBQ meats with international inspiration: https://youtu.be/AH-mDwYbTjI?si=TNmaLkoZ1wzXgcbr

ACF ChefsForum: Elevate Your BBQ with Modern Technique & Global Flavors Join us for this webinar on Modern BBQ and Global Flavors as we close out May's Trend! Chef Greg Boggs will unveil the secrets to infusing modern barbecue wi...

ACF ChefsForum: Beef Cut and Cookery Exploration: This webinar highlights value-added beef cuts as our presenters breakdown the beef top round to showcase underutilized beef cuts that are more affordable. Be inspired for new beef menu ideas as we explore current flavor trends in beef dishes to match current desires of consumers: https://youtu.be/xCFBPuHCZAg?si=ZTHP5l0UphOdAgDT

ACF ChefsForum: Beef Cut and Cookery Exploration This webinar will highlight value-added beef cuts as our presenters breakdown the beef top round to showcase underutilized beef cuts that are more affordable...

💻 In this webinar, Chef Edward Adel, CEC, AAC, and Chef Russ Muehlbe, CEC, unveil the latest trends in pork fabrication techniques and demonstrate how to separate the money muscle, pork cushion, and pork butt cap from the pork butt, as well as give tips for crafting delicious spice rubs and marinades: https://youtu.be/vcXcxouycPA?si=z1iU6RQHsUYEltY3

ACF ChefsForum: Contemporary Barbecue and Global Flavors In this webinar, Chef Edward Adel, CEC, AAC, and Chef Russ Muehlbe, CEC, unveil the latest trends in pork fabrication techniques and demonstrate how to separ...

"AI on the Docket at Convention! Curious about ChatGPT and uses for artificial intelligence (AI) in the kitchen? Want to stay ahead of the competition and embrace the latest AI tools? ACF Chefs Rich Rosendale, CMC, and Tiffany Poe, CEC, will be at convention with some hands-on tips for both beginners and more advanced users." https://www.acfchefs.org/ACF/Events/Convention/ConventionAgenda/ACF/Events/Convention/Agenda/default.aspx?hkey=540afe7f-5110-4a97-96a5-849fa09449ff

"ACF ChefsForum Webinar: Elevate Your BBQ with Modern Technique & Global Flavors on Wed., May 29, 2 p.m. EDT. Join ACF Chef Greg Boggs, a seasoned competition pitmaster who will unveil the secrets to infusing modern barbecue with flavors from across the globe. In this session, Chef Boggs will demonstrate how to cook hot and fast while incorporating popular BBQ meats with international inspiration. Whether you're a barbecue enthusiast looking to spice up your BBQ repertoire or a novice eager to explore new culinary horizons, Chef will be sure to share tips and techniques to help take your barbecuing skills to the next level." https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/7717144911317/WN_vnfdhhayTMq_QqJlwU2saw #/registration

🇺🇸 Happy Memorial Day Weekend from all of us at the ACF Nation's Capital Chef's Association! As we celebrate the start of summer and enjoy time with our families and friends, let us never forget the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. We honor their courage, their sacrifice, and their commitment to protecting our freedoms. Enjoy your weekend, and let's remember what this holiday is truly about. 🪖

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"Thank You, ACF Military Chefs and BBQ for Memorial Day! With the busy Memorial Day weekend approaching and in honor of Military Awareness Month in May, we offer a salute to our esteemed ACF military chefs. Read stories about members from various branches of the military in the May/June issue of National Culinary Review. Got barbecue on the brain for this weekend? This issue also features a deep dive into our May trend, Modern BBQ and Global Smoke!" https://issuu.com/acfnationalculinaryreview/docs/ncr_2024_mayjun_issuu/32

National Culinary Review May/June 2024 Take a deep dive into the stories of ACF chefs from various branches of the military, plus a recap of the recent Joint Culinary Training Exercise, the premier competition for military chefs. This issue also features a look at ACF’s trends for May and June: Modern BBQ/Global Smoke and Food Trucks! ...

Renowned chef Emeril Lagasse once said, "The secret to becoming a great chef is to never stop learning and to always push yourself to be better." This simple yet profound quote captures the essence of what it takes to excel in the culinary arts.

🍴🔥 Our community of chefs and food enthusiasts are committed to embracing this philosophy and pursuing excellence through our workshops, mentorship programs, and community events. With the guidance of experienced mentors and industry professionals, we provide opportunities to learn new techniques, explore new flavors, and push one's culinary boundaries.

Whether you're an aspiring chef or a seasoned culinary professional, there's always room to learn, grow, and challenge yourself.

The Ingredient of the Month is Pork! Originating in Asia, pigs reached the Americas during Columbus's second voyage, leaving a lasting presence in a region previously void of large, domesticated animals. Download the presentation, learn more about pork and complete the quiz by logging on to the ACF Online Learning Center to earn one hour of continuing-education credits toward ACF certification: https://www.acfchefs.org/ACF/Partnerships/Chef_and_Child/Ingredients/ACF/Partnerships/CCF/Ingredients/

💔 It is with great sadness that we share the unexpected passing of Rick Seykoski, husband of Susan Dahl-Seykoski, former chapter president of the ACF NCCA Chapter. Details on arrangements to follow. 📧 Please reach out to David Ivey-Soto via email at: [email protected] for information on how to help Susan in her time of need.

MASTERS TART: Two pastry chefs share their tips and flavor ideas for making these
tasty treats // By Robert Wemischner - https://issuu.com/acfnationalculinaryreview/docs/ncr_2024_marapr_final2/38

National Culinary Review - March/April 2024 Here is your March/April issue of National Culinary Review. Read on to learn more about emerging ACF-accredited apprenticeship programs around the country and the importance of bringing back these hands-on training programs. There are also articles highlighting March’s ACF Trend, Food as Medicine,...

💻 ACF ChefsForum Webinar: Contemporary Barbecue and Global Flavors, May 15, 2 p.m. EDT - Join ACF Chefs Edward Adel, CEC, AAC, and Russ Muehlbe, CEC, as they unveil the latest trends in pork fabrication techniques. Learn how to separate the money muscle, pork cushion and pork butt cap from the pork butt, and discover tips for crafting delicious spice rubs and marinades. Plus, you’ll gain insights into using smokers and choosing the right wood for barbecue as well as explore contemporary finishing styles for restaurant-quality dishes. https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/8317120875392/WN_AMVMDNtLSTSDjniIb2cPvA #/registration