LUNCHES

Hunter Chefs and Co hold a regular  series of networking and educational lunches throughout the various restaurants of the region. 
We want to showcase the creativity and skills of our chefs, educate our apprentices and discover the local ingredients.
We quite enjoy having lunch, too!!

The Hunter Chefs and Co Seasonal Luncheons are held every Autumn, Winter and Spring. The association invites a renowned chef from outside the region to share their story, passion and knowledge.We have been lucky enough to have lunch with the likes of Armando Pecuoco, Serge Danserau, Justin North and Tony Bilson. Members and local apprentices have the opportunity to participate in our members only workshops with our guests and always walk away feeling inspired by what they have learnt.

During Hunter Wine and Food Month we will hold The Hunter Chefs and Co Winter Luncheon with Matthew Kemp of the acclaimed Restaurant Balzac  on June 21st.


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9th August 2010

Hunter Chefs and Co Networking Luncheon @ The Sebel Kirkton Park

Join the Chefs and  Providores of the Hunter at The Sebel Kirkton Park. from 12 noon 9th August. Exective Chef Justn Rose will prepare a delicous meal which will accompanied by premium McWilliams WInes  and of course ales from Little Brewing.

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Hunter Chefs and Co Apprentice Awards Cessnock TAFE
2009 was the inaugural year for Hunter Chefs and Co and Cessnock TAFE to join forces and present award to students. 

On Monday 16th  November, Hunter Chefs and Co committee member Jan Molenaar and Treasurer Helen Dyball were given the arduous task of interviewing 8 students throughout the day from Stages 1, 2, 3,  4 and 5. 

The standard of presentation and the enthusiasm of each student made this task very difficult. Each student was asked a series of questions about where they are now and would like to be in the future, points were allocated for answers and of course the most points scored was the winner.

Students from stages 4 and 5,  were nominated by their respective teachers to cook a three course meal from a set ingredient box for the Panel to judge.  The Panel, John Heath, Executive Chef from The Verandah Restaurant and Rod Andrews, Field Consultant from Hospitality Employment Solutions spent the morning overseeing the preparation of the 3 course meal in the kitchen.

8.30 enter the kitchen, set up and instructions form the Judges
9am  start   Preparation  Presentation
11am present the entree  Trout Fillets with citrus Beurre Blanc Sauce
11.30 Present mains  Shoulder, Rib Rack or Loin of Lamb
12.00 Present Sweets  Berry Crumble in a Sweet Crust Pastry 
12.30 to 2pm stage 4 and 5 Student were interviewed by the full panel

 Interview forms were gathered together and kept in a secret place, the winners known only be two of the panel.

Winners were announced at the HC and Co Annual General Meeting and dinner on Tuesday December 1, at The Verandah Restaurant
The full house consisting of members, very excited family and friends, were thrilled when the names were announced as follows:

Stage 4 and 5            Damien Henrickson 
Stage 3                        Natasha Noyes 
Stage 2                        Alexander Myles 
Stage 1                        Eliza Bragg 

Congratulations to all who participated. The excellence and quality presented to the panel was exceptional. Winners receive Books, Certificate and their name on a Perpetual Plaque. This year's award is already in the planning stage, students will be observed throughout the year at Hunter Chefs and Co Luncheon and special events throughout the year.    

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March 2010

Other news and Information

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In the News.....

Chefs Toss Talent into the Mix - Newcastle Herald Wednesday March 17 2010

Press Releases....

Hunter Chefs present Peter Kuruvita's Sri Lankan Kitchen FEB 2010

Huter Chefs Scope and Outlook 2010 MAR 2010

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JOIN HUNTER CHEFS

Hunter Chefs and Co was launched in the Hunter Valley by the late Len Evans in mid August. Hunter Chefs and Co. was founded by executive chefs who have been in the Hunter Valley for many years and we hope you will consider becoming a member of the group.

Hunter Chefs is a non-profit group established to:

• Foster a greater awareness of the excellent quality of restaurants and food services in the Hunter region and contribute to inbound tourism in the area.
• Develop new talent within the region working with TAFE and through apprentices, conducting master classes and exposing them to different catering operations.
• Build on the education and training for Hunter Chefs
• Establish a schedule of events and exposure for Hunter chefs to represent the area in the key markets of Newcastle, Sydney and interstate. These opportunities can involve media appearances, event appearances to name a few.
• Generate greater positive exposure of and visitation to Hunter Valley Wine Country by increasing the awareness of the high quality and diversity of its restaurants, cafes, function facilities and local produce.