The 2019 Certified Master Chef Exam is currently taking place at Schoolcraft College. Tune in to our website to check out live streams of the action each day. The final day of the exam is March 10.

Culinary & Beverage Training Center For Lease

30,000 sqft, fully built out culinary/hospitality/beverage education & training center located in Campbell, CA. (San Jose area). Turnkey condition with high end finishes. A gorgeous facility with plenty of free parking.

For additional leasing information or to schedule a site visit, please contact Gary Prell. 303-915-5774.  [email protected]

Don't forget, ChefConnect:  Minneapolis  is March 31-April 2, 2019!

Today is the deadline to register at the standard price. Check out our roundup of the speakers we're most excited about!



Coming in the Fall 2019 - the Exciting Launch of ACF Conference On-Demand!

We understand that not everyone can make it to our conferences every year, but you no longer have to miss out. For the first time ever, we are offering an on-demand conference option! You will be able to watch selected recorded sessions from your favorite presenters at your convenience. See ACF’s exciting line up including the iconic Jeremiah Tower, trailblazing restaurateur Matthias Merges, and the “Ace of Cakes” himself, Duff Goldman, to name a few.

Here are the details:

Choose up to five topics and presenters that speak to you! Codes will be sent out in the Fall for access to ACF’s on-demand conference. Choose from dynamic and engaging speakers from all three 2019 events. You Spoke, We Listened! #Cheersto90years

CEH Information:

If you are already attending a conference in person you will automatically receive an on-demand ticket which includes 5 bonus CEHs delivered on-demand! If you are not attending our conference and you purchase an on-demand ticket, you will receive 5 CEHs after you complete the on-demand sessions.

The March/April issue of the National Culinary Review is coming soon! Subscribe now to make sure you get your copy!

Did you love the January/February issue? Share your pictures and show us where you're enjoying the NCR! Use the hashtag #NCRinthewild on social media and we will repost our favorites.

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Can’t-miss speakers coming to ChefConnect: Minneapolis

A Feast for the Ears: 7 Food-Related Podcasts for Chefs to Digest

8 ways to maintain high standards in your kitchen

Chef Marc Forgione wants you to trust your gut

Flea Street’s Carrot Pesto Recipe

All Smoke Everything: The BBQ trend has spread to desserts

Nurture Culinary Creativity With These 7 Tips

2019-2021 Board of Director Candidates

Chairperson John Minniti and his committee are pleased to announce that the list of candidates for the 2019-2021 Board of Director positions. Their candidate statements and biographies are posted on the ACF website. Watch for additional information regarding the national election in 2019.  

Nominations and Elections Committee

Nominations are being accepted for elected committee positions on the Nominations and Elections committee for Central and Western regions. Each committee has five open positions - one representative from each region, and one national chairperson.

The nomination period for the Central and Western region has been extended until Friday, March 8th at midnight.

Professional Culinarian members and Senior Professional Culinarian members in good standing have the opportunity to serve on this committee. If you would like to run or know someone who would like to run for one of these positions, please click here for more information .  

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ACF Members receive everyday savings of up to 25% off on Hertz Rental Cars, combining promotional coupons and ACF’s discount code will help you save even more. Plus, as an ACF member you receive complimentary membership in the Hertz Gold Plus Rewards program. Login and visit the Members Advantage Program page for more information and start saving today.

 

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