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ACF regional Conferences
Destinations: New Orleans and Scottsdale, Ariz.
school students interested in culinary
arts will attend seminars and events
geared toward their age group.
Now, let’s look at what awaits
attendees at the Central and Western
Regional Conferences.
Each year, the American Culinary Federation (ACF) Events Series takes place
in five cities across the country,
offering educational and networking
opportunities for students and chefs.
At each conference and convention,
attendees enjoy live cooking
demonstrations, seminars, a trade
show and competitions. ACF has
already stopped in Atlanta, where
attendees heard from regional experts
on topics ranging from Moroccan
cuisine to craft beer. Next, chefs and
students in the Northeast will head
to Columbus, Ohio, March 20-23, for
the Northeast Regional Conference,
which includes a special day for
ProStart students during which high
escape to the big easy
This year’s Central Regional Conference
is hosted by ACF New Orleans Chapter
and takes place at the Hilton New
Orleans Riverside, New Orleans, April
17-20. Learn about the city’s world-famous cuisine, a combination of Creole
and French with ingredients from
around the world. From jambalaya to
gumbo and from po’ boys to beignets,
a visit to New Orleans offers an
unforgettable culinary journey.
top left: John Folse, CEC, AAC, HBOT
top right: Paul Prudhomme, HAAC, HHOF
Bottom left: Susan Spicer
Bottom right: Tory McPhail
During the conference, you’ll hear from
some of the South’s most respected
chefs, including John Folse, CEC, AAC,
HBOT, owner of Chef John Folse
& Company, who will demonstrate
traditional Cajun and Creole dishes. Paul
Prudhomme, HAAC, HHOF, owner
of Magic Seasoning Blends and K-Paul’s
Louisiana Kitchen, will also demonstrate
