Executive Chef Francisco (Paco) Aceves has brought training from top master chefs and lessons learned at a variety of culinary venues to his new role at Berry Hills CC.
Alto-Shaam’s CT PROformance™ Combitherm® 7-20G Earns ENERGY STAR Rating
The CT PROformance helps expand menu offerings with versatility and reliability in the kitchen. Alto-Shaam is pleased to announce that the CT PROformance™ Combitherm® 7-20G oven has earned an ENERGY STAR rating from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Engineered to provide unparalleled speed, while minimizing resource consumption, the CT PROformance helps expand menu offerings with…
Tomato Watermelon Salad
C&RB CLUB RECIPE Tomato Watermelon Salad Serves 4 to 6 Amt Ingredient 3 or 4 small-to-medium heirloom tomatoes, in assorted colors, cored and cut into ¾-in. chunks 1 small English or regular cucumber, peeled, seeded and cut into ¾-in. cubes 1 cup ¾-in. cubed yellow or red seedless watermelon flesh 1 Hass avocado, halved, pitted,…
Peanut Butter Mousse
C&RB CLUB RECIPE Peanut Butter Mousse Amt Ingredient 3 cups heavy cream 1 cup cream cheese, room temperature 1/2 cup peanut butter 1 tbsp. vanilla extract 1/4 cup powdered sugar 4 ea. bananas 1/4 cup light brown sugar ¼ cup butter, soft ¼ cup blueberries (for garnish) 1 bunch fresh mint sprigs (for garnish) Procedure:…
Skaneateles CC Sees Beach Expansion as Key to Family Friendliness
The club in upstate New York is considering a plan to add 40 feet to its sandy lakefront beach and also to level a hill leading from its clubhouse to the lake, all to make it easier for families with children, and older members, to get to the waterfront and enjoy that part of the property. “Little members become big members,” said General Manager Jim Fields.
Op-Ed Piece in Los Angeles Times Decries Tax Break for Clubs
Proposition 13, passed overwhelmingly by California voters in 1978 to stem steeply rising property taxes, has yielded great benefits for “elite social and country clubs,” wrote columnist Jim Newton. While noting there was nothing “illegal or even improper” about the situation, Newton, who specifically cited the tax situations of Wilshire CC, The California Club and the Jonathan Club, called for possible amendment of the statute to rectify club-related inequities.
New Owner of The Moors GC Outlines “Grand Vision” for Property
The club on Florida’s panhandle was closed for four years before it was purchased by developer Brian DeMaria for $1.5 million. He now plans “a destination retail and entertainment resort” that may or may not include golf.
PantryChic™ Simplifies Food Preparation
The Store & Dispense System™ is designed for precise ingredient measuring through intuitive and innovative engineering. Nik of Time, Inc., introduces PantryChic™—a sleek and modern kitchen appliance line designed for precise ingredient measuring and simplified food preparation through its intuitive and innovative engineering. PantryChic promises to re-introduce families to the joy of baking, cooking and…
Add Healthy Flavor with MINOR’S® Low-Sodium Gluten-Free Bases
Keeping sodium in check is simple using Minor’s “plus-one low sodium flavor matrix” guide. Create flavorful dishes while keeping sodium in check using MINOR’S® Low Sodium Gluten Free Bases plus one signature ingredient. Now, MINOR’S has created the “plus-one low sodium flavor matrix” guide found at flavormeansbusiness.com, to show how easy it is to add…
Management Team at Indian Ridge CC Survives “Family Feud” Among Ownership—For Now
General Manager Cheri Nolan and staff were going to be replaced by a management firm, but were then retained and apologies were issued. The turmoil, which included a police detail and changing locks on the property, stems from a fight for control of Demoulas Super Markets, which owns the club.
Johnsonville Introduces Sausage & Gravy Stuffed Biscuits
The new hand-held biscuits have a flaky buttermilk crust with Johnsonville sausage and just the right amount of gravy stuffed inside. Johnsonville announces its new Sausage & Gravy Stuffed Biscuits for grab-n-go foodservice venues. Sausage & Gravy Stuffed Biscuits are well-suited to provide early and late afternoon sales boosts for foodservice operators because they fit…
Enhance Beverage Service with Le Whiskey
Hand-blown glasses capture aromas to offer a superior taste experience compared to classic straight-wall tumblers. Le Whiskey and Le Baby Whiskey Glasses from Peugeot capture aromas in the glass to offer a superior taste experience versus classic straight-wall tumblers. Designed in France, they enhance the presentation of spirits and fruit brandies in fine restaurants, hotels…
Chia Seeds, Okra Among Most Satisfying Foods
The list of the 10 most hydrophilic foods compiled by registered dietitian and certified nutritionist Keren Gilbert also includes oatmeal, barley and pears. With an overwhelming number of food choices, it can be a challenge to identify and select the healthiest, most beneficial foods to provide lasting fulfillment. Keren Gilbert, MS, RD, a registered dietitian…
Golf Course Boom in China Skidding to a Halt?
The Chinese government has begun cracking down on a ban on new courses that was first imposed in 2004, because of concerns about shrinking land and water resources. Five courses in the country were recently demolished or taken over by authorities for conversion to other purposes.
Sandestin Golf Appoints Eric Chopin as Executive Chef
Chopin is a Maîtres Cuisiniers De France- French Master Chef and a professional member of Academie Culinaire de France and the Chaine Des Rotisseurs. Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort in Destin, Fla., announced the appointment Eric Chopin to the position of Executive Chef. Chopin is a professional chef with more than 30 years of experience.…