author/host of Diamond Crystal Salt’s
www.salt101.com, is one of many
anticipated speakers, and will discuss
kosher and other course salts and their
role in the professional kitchen.
all about students
There are many student-focused events
to look forward to, including the first
Student Culinarian Invitational (and
there’s still time for teams to apply).
On Saturday, July 23, five two-person
student teams from across the country
will prepare a sampling of their region’s
cuisine for hundreds of guests. Tickets to
the reception are $40.
And don’t forget to root for your region’s
finalists in the Student Chef of the Year
competition, Student Team National
Championship and Baron H. Galand
Culinary Knowledge Bowl. During the
trade show, guests can taste the student
teams’ menus for $35, but get your
tickets early, as they always sell out. View
all regional finalists here.
what’s it going to cost?
To attend the entire conference and
all the events, the full-registration
package is your best bet. The Early Rate
(deadline June 3) for ACF student
members is $550. Student members
staying at the Gaylord Texan for a
minimum of four nights can enjoy the
Rewards Rate of $425 (same deadline
applies). For those not looking to attend
the entire conference, a la carte options
are available, and the cost is $125 for
each day, and includes one meal.
To learn more about this year’s
convention, including hotel and travel
discounts, and to register to attend, visit
www.acfchefs.org/convention.
20 years of
knowledge
This year, the
Baron H. Galand
Culinary Knowledge
Bowl celebrates its 20th
anniversary. Since the first competition
in Washington, D.C., in 1992, the
“Jeopardy”-style game has helped
students sharpen their culinary knowledge
and has provided confidence and
discipline. But how much do you know
about the game’s namesake? Herewith,
five facts about Baron H. Galand:
Nicknamed “the Baron,” Galand
was born in Dunbar, Pa., and
worked in Pennsylvania his
entire career.
