july 2020 - american culinary federation...fellows business meeting, to be held on july 28th at 3 pm...
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July 2020
Greetings American Academy of Chefs Fellows!
Well, the excitement has been building for severalmonths and the time is drawing near for our Inductionof the 2020 class of Fellows. They will be joining us thismonth via a virtual ceremony as they become Fellows ofthis most prestigious honor society. We have been busygetting everything ready for this upcoming virtual AACFellows business meeting, to be held on July 28th at 3pm EDT.
Joe and I would like to personally invite all AAC Fellowsto join us as we present the state of the Academy, as well as introduce to youour new AAC Fellows.
As a reminder, the ACF will be hosting our virtual Convention from August 3rdthrough August 5th. .The theme will be “Around the World in Eighty Plates”and it will feature some great chef demos and speakers. I hope you will beable to attend. Click here
As we move into summer, we are starting to see many more sectors of ourindustry reopening, but at the same time we have also seen that some areasare experiencing major setbacks as they begin the process. Let’s hope the newcontrols that have been put in place will be able slow and control this latestoutbreak so we can again get moving in the right direction. I know it is a veryslow road, as far as our industry’s recovery, but I know with a lot of hard workwe will get there.
We send congratulations to some Academy Fellows and ACF members in thenews beginning with the Academy’s award winners:
AAC Chair's Medal - Patrick D. Mitchell, CEC, AACL.A. Conti,CEC,AAC,HOF, Chair's Achievement Award-Deiter C.
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Preiser,CEC,AACJoseph Amendola Award - Sharon L. Pallas, CEPC, CC, AAC
Lt. General John D. McLaughlin Award - Juan M. Martinez, CEC, CCE, AAC ChefGood Taste Award - Robert A. Milam, CEC, AAC
Sharing Culinary Traditions Award - Clayton Sherrod, AAC
The Honorary Order of the Golden Toque recently held their elections for theirOfficers and Board members. The Academy sends congratulations to theirnewly elected board and wishes them great success:
John Bogacki, CEC, CCE, AAC, Grand CommanderScott Gilbert, CEC, AAC, Commander Secretary
Michael Garbin, CEC, AAC, Commander TreasurerAnthony Todaro, CEC Commander DirectorBryan Frick CEC, AAC, Commander Director
Phillip Wurzel, CEC Commander Director and NonmembersMichael McAllen, Commander Director
Helen Merkle, Commander DirectorJuerg Wismer, Commander Director
Also, congratulations and many thanks to Harold Small, Esq. HAAC who hasjust finished serving as the Bailli Delegue des Etats-Unis for the Confrérie de laChaîne des Rôtisseurs, and will now serve as the Bailli Delegue Honoraire.Under his leadership the Confrérie de la Chaîne des Rôtisseurs has become agreat supporter of the Academy, Team USA and our young chefs. I will besetting up a meeting with the new Bailli Delegue Bertrand de Boutray in thenear future to continue the work that Harold has started.
In Closing, Joe and I would like to thank all the Fellows who continue tosupport the Academy and we look forward to hosting you in Nashville thisOctober. Until then, we will see at our upcoming virtual meeting.
Stay safe and stay well,
Warm regards,Rico
Americo S. DiFronzo, CEC, CCA, AACChair, American Academy of Chefs
AAC Virtual Fellows MeetingTuesday, July 28 @ 3:00 pm EDT
Please join us for our annual business meeting.Help us welcome & celebrate the swearing in our new
2020 class of AAC Fellows.
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AAC 65th Anniversary CommemorativePatch & Pin
AAC will donate 20% of all purchasesto the Ferdinand Metz / AmericanCulinary Federation Relief Fund
Celebrate the AAC 65thAnniversary with a special
Commemorative Patch & Pin.Specially designed for this
memorable event. These arenow available at our online store.
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Patch & Pin $65.Pin only $20.
ACF Virtual Convention
Monday, August 3rd, 2020 toWednesday, August 5th, 2020
Chefs, students and foodserviceprofessionals will "Experience thePower of Connection".
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Experience new flavors, trends, and world cuisines as we virtually travel aroundthe globe. Join top chefs, culinary thought leaders and foodservice industryexperts, as they share the inspiration behind their favorite dishes. Expand yourpalate and mind by attending these can't miss demos, discussions, andinteractive presentations which have been curated to define the plates of thefuture in the presence of our homes.
ChefConnect NashvilleAmerican Academy of Chefs Dinner &
Reception
Executive Chef Jake Strang and his
culinary team will provide anunforgettable evening of flavor that
will inspire your senses with hisamazing menu with local flair for the
AAC guests.
Wednesday, October 28, 2020 6:00 – 10:00pm
Tickets $150.00 per person
The Westin NashvilleExecutive Chef Jake Strang
Tickets are limited!!Open to all ACF Members
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2020 American Academy of Chefs TentativeInductees
The honor society of ACF, the American Academy of Chefs (AAC) represents
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the highest standards of professionalism in the organization, society andindustry. The Academy’s primary mission is to promote the education of all
culinarians by mentoring culinarians, awarding scholarships to studentsseeking a future in the culinary industry, and by providing grants to
professional working chefs looking to further their career.
We are proud to present our 2020 tentative American Academy of ChefsCandidates for Induction:
Bryant K. Alden, CECWhite Mountain Chapter of ACF
Sponsored by: Barbara R. Sanders, CCE, AAC and Gary Shelden, CEC, AAC
Leslie L. Bartosh, CECTexas Chefs Association
Sponsored by: Johnny Curet, CEC, AAC and Ewart Jones, CEC, AAC
Brian R. Beland, CMCACF Michigan Chefs De Cuisine Association
Sponsored by: Kevin Brennen, CEC, AAC and Scott A. Ryan, CEC, AAC
Geoffrey A. Blount, CEPCACF Myrtle Beach Chapter
Sponsored by: Alan R. Romano, CEC, CCE, AAC and John C. Schopp, CEC,CCE, AAC
David E. Brough, CEC, CCE, CCAACF Capital District – Central New York
Sponsored by: Dale M. Miller, CMC, AAC and James G. Rhoads, CEC, AAC
Alain V. DeCoster, CECACF Long Island Chapter
Sponsored by: Eric P. Pellizzari, CEC, CCE, AAC and Lawrence G. Weiss, CCC,CCE, AAC
Gerneil L. Franklin, CEC, CCAACF Michigan Chefs De Cuisine Association
Sponsored by: John Miller, CEC, CCA, AAC and Rajeev V. Patgaonkar, CEC,AAC
Robert C. Granberg, CECACF Kentucky Chapter
Sponsored by: Jeff Bacon, CEC, CCA, AAC and Michael R. Osborne, CEC, AAC
Helmut Franz Josef Holzer, CMCACF Atlanta Chefs Association
Sponsored by: Beat Giger, AAC and John J. Romano, CEC, AAC
Joseph M. Leonardi, CMCACF Rhode Island Chapter
Sponsored by: Ray McCue, CEC, AAC and George A. O’Palenick, CEC, CCE,AAC, HOF
Shawn J. Loving, CMC
ACF Michigan Chefs De Cuisine AssociationSponsored by: John Kukucka, AAC and Thomas Recinella, CEC,
AAC
Paul F. Magnant, CEC, CCE, CCAACF National Member
Sponsored by: Michael Harants, CEC, CCE, AAC and John A. Minniti, CCE, AAC,HOF, HBOT
Douglas R. Maneely, CEC, CCAACF Columbus Chapter
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Sponsored by: Thomas P. Hunt, CEC, AAC and Jim Taylor, CEC, AAC
DeWayne E. McMurrey, CECACF Texas Panhandle Chefs de Cuisine
Sponsored by: Louis Chatham, CEC, AAC and Lawrence Matson, CEC, CCE, AAC
Jonathan P. Moosmiller, CMCACF Tulsa Chapter
Sponsored by: Thomas J. Macrina, CEC, CCA, AAC and Ted Polfelt, CEC, CCA,AAC
Joseph J. Piazza, CECACF of Greater Buffalo New York
Sponsored by: Jacqueline Bamrick, CEC, AAC and Mark G. Wright, CEC, AAC
Timothy R. Prefontaine, CECTexas Chefs Association
Sponsored by: Charles M. Carroll, CEC, AAC and Steven Jilleba, CMC, CCE,AAC
Timothy D. Recher, CECACF Caxambas Chapter of Southwest Florida
Sponsored by: Rene J. Marquis, CEC, CCE, CCA, AAC; Reimund D. Pitz, CEC,CCE, AAC
Tom Valentin, CECACF Greater Miami Chapter Epicurean Club
Sponsored by: Bert Cutino, CEC, AAC, HOF, HBOT and Bruce Ozga, CEC, CCE,AAC
Charles E. Wilson, CEC, PCEC, CCAACF Raleigh – Durham Area Chefs Association
Sponsored by: Bryan D. Frick, CEC, AAC and Michael J. Smith, CEC, AAC
Eric T. Yeager, CECACF Coastal Virginia Chapter
Sponsored by: Rich Hoffmann, CEC, CCA, AAC and Robert Marilla, CEC, AAC
2020 Honorary American Academy of Chefs TentativeInducteesAnita Cheng
Sponsored by: Bill W. Sy, CEC, AAC, HOF
Kevin R. DunnSponsored by: Reimund D. Pitz, CEC, AAC
Philip H. JonesSponsored by: Mark G. Wright, CEC, AAC
Ronna D. KeckSponsored by: Mark Webster, CEC, CCE, AAC
Paula I. RecinellaSponsored by: Rajeev V. Patgaonkar, CEC, AAC
Morris SalernoSponsored by: Patrick D. Mitchell, CEC, AAC
It's never too early to get started!!
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2021 American Academy of ChefsApplications
Membership - Connection - Involvement
The "Prestigious Honor Society" of the AmericanCulinary Federation offers a unique way to honorthose who have worked hard and risen through theranks of the culinary field. A successful application foracceptance as an AAC Fellow will serve as theculmination of years of involvement in the great
culinary profession, and as an ACF member.
An Academy Fellow must request an application for a potential inductee.Candidates will need two sponsor letters of recommendation from votingAcademy Fellows. An Academy Fellow is permitted to sponsor one newapplicant per year, as is a Regional Director. Online applications must bereturned by December 1st, 2020 . Induction will be at the 2021 ACFNational Convention in Orlando, FL.
Applications for American Academy of Chefs Induction for 2021 are nowavailable. You can review the current requirements on how to become an
American Academy of Chefs Fellow,Click Here
2020 American Academy of Chefs Award Winners
AAC Chair's MedalPatrick D. Mitchell, CEC, AAC
Lawrence A. Conti, CEC, AA, HOF, Chair's Achievement AwardDeiter C. Preiser, CEC, AACJoseph Amendola Award
Sharon L. Pallas, CEPC, CC, AACLt. General John D. McLaughlin Award
Juan M. Martinez, CEC, CCE, AACChef Good Taste AwardRobert A. Milam, CEC, AAC
Sharing Culinary Traditions AwardClayton Sherrod, AAC
2020 Hall of Fame
“The Culinary Hall of Fame was unanimously accepted by the Academy members. Its concept is to honorthose men and women who, because of their outstanding attributes, have won the respect and love of
their professional guild. Therefore, they are so honored by their peers as a positive reflection to all thosein this profession who seek achievement!”
—Hermann G. Rusch
The Hall of Fame portfolios and applications have been sent to the voting members of the committee, whowere impressed by the Fellows seeking Hall of Fame status, as well as the time and effort put forth by
their sponsors. The commitment shown by the candidates in regards to their respective applications andportfolios was certainly noteworthy.
Bobby Moghaddam, CEC, CCE, AACSponsored by: Rajeev V. Patgaonakar, CEC, AAC
Reimund D. Pitz, CEC, CCE, AACSponsored by: Mark G. Wright, CEC, AAC
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Hans J. Schadler, CEC, AACSponsored by: Thomas J. Macrina, CEC, CCA, AAC, HBOT
Donald C. McMillan, CEC, AAC, HonorarySponsored by: Alan L. Romano, CEC, CCE, AAC
John Caressimo, CCC, CCE, AAC, PosthumousSponsored by: Linda S. Musch, CCE, AAC
Daniel D'Angelo, CEC, AAC, PosthumousSponsored by: Thomas J. Macrina, CEC, CCA, AAC, HBOT
The American Academy of Chefs ® would like to thank thefollowing for their generous donations this past month
(June 1 - June 30):
Carlton W. Brooks,, CEPC, CCE, AACAmerico S. DiFronzo, CEC, CCA, AAC
Dieter C. Preiser, CEC, AACRichard M. Sanders
Robert Walljasper, CEC, CCE, AAC
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THANK YOU to all of our 2020 Donors!
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