Copper Chef Challenge 2009
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On Monday March 9th, 2009 the CAFP Toronto Branch hosted their third annual Copper Chef Challenge and Student Awards Night at The Delta Chelsea Inn, host hotel and event sponsor.
What a night of creative talent - that resulted in recipe creations synonymous with our “Simply Sexy” theme.
CAFP student teams from Ryerson University, George Brown College, University of Guelph and Centennial College were judged on their execution of a two course meal. The committee was led by Andrea Watson, Kraft Canada Inc., Angelo Colalillo, Complete Purchasing Services Inc. - a division of ARAMARK Canada Ltd. and Patrick Louch, Executive Chef Delta Rocky Crest. These teams were partnered with a chef mentor from various Ontario based Delta hotels who offered their time, expertise and coaching to elevate the competition. Guest judges graciously volunteered their time included Sara Waxman of Dine Magazine, Barbara Jaques of CAFP, John Placko of Campbell’s and Noel Gallegos of Groupe Seb/ T-fal.
All entries offered unique fusions of flavours in “sexy & bold” fashion. Congratulations, to all the teams whose passion and energy sizzled as they created their signature dishes.
Click on the tabs below to see the winning menus.
GEORGE BROWN takes 1st Place!
George Brown College placed first, followed by Centennial College and Ryerson University. The University of Guelph was voted the People’s Choice Award. T-fal generously donated the “latest and greatest” equipment for this event from their new “Nutritious and Delicious” line up and supported the teams with fabulous prizes. Thank You to Noel Gallegos from Groupe Seb/ T-fal for his generous support and sponsorship of this exciting event.
This evening brings together young professionals, the up and coming foodservice leaders of tomorrow. Sponsors amazingly continue to participate and support the development of these inspired students, by donating products and contributing to the CAFP and Industry bursary awards. The 35th Annual Top Management Night sponsorship awards were presented along with the prestigious ARAMARK Gold plate regional awards. In times like these, it is critical to continue to give back and invest in our future talent pool. In true foodservice style, this year was no exception!
If you would like to get involved in this exciting event, either by volunteering or being a sponsor please contact Andrea Watson at andrea.watson@kraft.com or call 416-441-5268
Click here watch a slide show of the event.
Click here to see the program for the evening.
Click here to see the event featured in the April 2009 edition of Sara Says under the heading "Doing Good by Eating Well."
Congratulations to all particpants for making this an exciting event! Also CAFP and the Copper Chef Committee extend a special thanks our sponsors who helped make the event possible.
