ACF/Idaho Chefs de Cuisine

Calling all chefs, culinary educators, and flavor makers!��Join the ACF/Idaho Chefs de Cuisine Chapter and Idaho Preferred for the next Monthly Chef +Culinary Pro Meet-Up — an evening of education, flavor, and connection in one of Boise’s newest collaborative spaces.�

Oldspeak Bar– Taproom, Bookstore & shared commercial kitchen, Osage Kitchen
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📍3640 W Chinden, Garden City, ID 83714�
🗓️ Monday, July 28�
⏰ 6:15–8:30 PM (event starts at 6:30pm)�

✨What to Expect:�6:15 PM – Guest Arrival + Welcome Mingling (no host beverages)�
• Settle in and explore the space�
• Enjoy coffee, tea, NA options, or a local brew from the tap list�
• Mingle with fellow chefs, brewers, and culinary innovators��

Fluffy Meets Fire: Creekside Mallow Co. shares the story behind their Idaho-made gourmet mallows�
• Educational tasting + flavor insights
• Learn about their s’mores + pairings �

7:05 PM – Program Welcome�
• Brief welcome from Shelley �
• Optional: Chelsea introduces The Lit Room curated culinary book collection�

7:10 PM – Osage Kitchen: Shared commercial kitchen space, Seasonal Focus�
• Walk-through of the kitchen space�
• Discussion on sourcing, pop-ups, and collaborative culinary use�

7:30 PM – Flavor & Fermentation: Alliteration Ales Deep Dive�
• Adam shares the brewery’s origins and insights on flavor development�
• Sampling and pairing discussion featuring the s’mores collaboration�

7:50 PM – Chef Q&A + Mixer-Style Wrap-Up�
• Open discussion and networking�
• Share ideas, sourcing needs, and explore collaboration opportunities��

Let’s gather, taste, and grow together in Idaho’s culinary scene.�

🎟️ RSVP Here - (link in bio)�
| Idaho Preferred is a program of Idaho State Department of Agriculture . We promote, connect, and educate Idaho producers to help them scale their marketplace. |�

ACF/Idaho Chefs de Cuisine is dedicated to bringing culinary excellence to the Treasure Valley.�

Calling Idaho chefs & locally-minded food service pros - the Idaho Preferred Culinary Harvest Tour is on Monday, August 19th (just a short two weeks away).

The local culinary scene is booming, and we’re excited to invite you and your kitchen crew on a complimentary farm tour! It’s a great chance for your team to meet some of the hardworking producers growing the freshest ingredients right here in Idaho.

TAG YOUR FAVORITE RESTAURANT IN THE COMMENTS!

✨ Why Attend?

Forge Direct Relationships: Connect with local producers and explore farm-to-table menu possibilities.
Stock Your Kitchen Locally: Commit to Idaho-grown ingredients and differentiate your menu.
Sample & Purchase: Experience a table-top showcase with products for your kitchen.
Learn & Share: Gain insights to share with your team and customers about the diversity of Idaho’s agricultural producers. We truly are a bountiful state!

Did You Know?
📊 According to the National Restaurant Association’s 2022 survey:

🥬62% of consumers prefer restaurants with locally sourced food.

🍷48% of respondents favor establishments offering local wine and beer.

🚜58% of respondents love locally sourced food because it supports community farms and producers.

Promoting and using locally sourced menu items is a leading opportunity for restaurants to increase their revenues. 💰

Who Can Attend?

👩‍🍳Chefs & Sous Chefs
👨🏻‍🍳Procurement Staff
👩‍🍳 Restaurant Managers

Join us in supporting our local food ecosystem! Spaces are limited (first come, first serve), so RSVP today and be part of this culinary journey. 🍽️🌟

📅 Date: Monday, August 19th, 2024 8am -5pm
📍 Location: Multiple stops… details shared upon registration.
📲 RSVP: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TSHBV6Z

Last year, Idaho Preferred escorted chefs to The Berry Ranch Gutierrez Family Farms Purple Sage Farms The Shed at Garrett Ranches Lakeview Fruit Huston Vineyards. The event culminated in a table-top showcase where participants met with several local producers + food crafters who are ready to expand their reach into establishments and onto local menus. This year promises to be just as enriching, with loads of farm-to-fork possibilities to explore!

📹: Guy Hand

ACF MAY MEETING.

Happy Thanksgiving Chef's! Keep on jamming!!!!