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WELCOME TO
BEST CHEF 2015! MARCH 2, 2015 WITH YOUR HOST, NORTH SHORE MUSIC THEATRE'S
KAREN NASCEMBENI To Our Guests, On behalf of the entire Beverly Bootstraps organization, we thank each of you for joining us for this delicious and entertaining evening. As the Best Chef Competition fires up, it is essential to recognize the work of Beverly Bootstraps and the reason we have all come here tonight. Beverly Bootstraps relies on the generosity of our community so that we may provide critical resources to families and individuals in order for them to achieve self-sufficiency. Through our Food Assistance, Youth and Family, Adult Education and Client Support programs, we offer emergency and long-term assistance to those in need. We would like to extend a special thank you to all of our supporters and those that have helped make this night possible. We encourage you to sample the food delights from the many Taste of the North Shore vendors or simply sit back, relax and enjoy the entertainment ahead! Bon Appetit!
Mimi McFadden President of the Board
Sue Gabriel Executive Director
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QUICK FACTS
FISCAL YEAR 2014 (JULY 2013-JUNE 2014) Below is a breakdown of the success of our programs over the past year. Thank you for the ways you have helped us achieve our goals and set new aspirations!
FOOD ASSISTANCE 2,807 individuals were served. 24,084 bags of food were distributed during 8,028 Food Pantry visits
CLIENT SUPPORT
1,575 Clients were supported by our Case Management team Distributed $25,928 of Utility Assistance
ADULT EDUCATION
191 students in all participated in GED Test Prep Class, ESOL, Adult Literacy program or Job Readiness program
YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES 739 children received gifts through our 2014 Adopt-a-Family program
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BEST CHEF COMPETITORS
C.K. PEARL
Tradewinds Restaurant
112 Main Street, Essex 978.890.7378 www.ckpearlessex.com
50 Ferncroft Road, Danvers 978.777.2500 www.BostonNorthShore.DoubleTree.com
Sodexo Catering
No. 8 Kitchen
376 Hale Street,Beverly 978.232.9178 endicott.sodexomyway.com/catering
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37 Main Street, Amesbury 978.792.5476 www.no8kitchen.com
THANK YOU! Many thanks to our committee members for their tireless work and support of Beverly Bootstraps!
COMMITTEE MEMBERS:
Mark Munoz
Tyrel Borowitz
Mary Ellen Frazer
Aaron Noga
Chris Tighe
Elise Noga
Lauren Guley
SPECIAL THANK YOU: Karen Nascembeni - Host Don Kelley - Auctioneer Eliana Hussain - Judge Chris Tighe - Judge Mary Ann McCormick - Judge BevCam Kendra Dott Photography Steve DeGrappo/Middlebury Graphics Jay Foss Music Services ~5~
BEST CHEF SPONSORS Thank you to all of our sponsors for their support of this evening’s event.
JUDGES TABLE SPONSOR
Blue Vase Marketing EQUIPMENT SPONSOR
Northeast Regional Ambulance PROGRAM BOOK SPONSOR
Beverly Bank LIVE AUCTION SPONSOR
Beverly Rotary Club RAFFLE SPONSOR
Folly Hill Meadows CHEF SPONSORS
Coldwell Banker Seaboard Products Company Salem Five Charitable Foundation
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COMPETITION RULES All four chefs were presented with the Competition Expectations upon application to compete. They have all been made aware of the following rules and guidelines.
SHOPPING PARAMETERS: Each chef was given the opportunity to shop at the Food Pantry a week prior to the competition. 75% of the ingredients in their entrée must be from the Food Pantry; the remaining 25% of the ingredients may be from their own kitchens.
FOOD PREPARATION: § Chefs will have a total of 45 minutes to prepare their entrée. § Chefs are responsible for preparation of 1 presentation plate (how the dish would look if served at their restaurant) and 7 tastings for the judges’ table and audience tastings.* § Chefs may prep (chop, par cook, prepare sauce) prior to the event, but their entrée must be finished on site. § Chefs may bring one Sous Chef and are responsible for bringing their own prep tools (cutting boards, food processors, knives, pans, bowls, etc.) and cookware to the event.
JUDGING: § The three judges will choose a winning entrée based upon taste, plating of food and originality. § Each chef can earn up to 20 points for their creation and the one with the highest score will be declared the winner. *Tasting - 1/4 portion plate *Audience tastings will be distributed to guests with winning tickets.
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OUR JUDGES MARY ANN MCCORMICK
Mary Ann McCormick, along with her daughter Nicole Nordensved, is a co-founder and owner of Lark Fine Foods. Since 2007 Lark, which has its wholesale bakery in Essex, MA, has produced a line of award-winning, sophisticated cookies that are marketed as Cookies for Grown-ups®. Their cookies were on the cutting edge of the salted and savory cookie trend, with their Salted Rosemary Shortbread and a savory olive wafer called Scourtins. Lark is the recipient of seven coveted sofi™ awards. The sofi is the highest honor given to the best of the best in specialty foods and beverages by the Specialty Food Association – the Oscars of the specialty food world!
ELIANA HUSSAIN
Eliana Hussain graduated from the Professional Chef’s Program at The Cambridge School of Culinary Arts (CSCA) in 2004. In the summer of 2004, Eliana earned her Certified Culinary Professional certificate from the International Association of Culinary Professionals (IACP). In addition to teaching in the Professional Chef’s Program at the Cambridge School of Culinary Arts, Eliana divides her time between teaching recreational classes, culinary research, and food related projects.
CHRIS TIGHE
Originally from St. Louis, Chris Tighe graduated top of his class from Robert Morris Culinary School in Chicago. Upon graduation, he went to Florence Italy to study at Apicius Culinary Institute of Florence and also worked at Cavalo Nero while there. When he returned to the U.S. he worked for award winning All Star Chef James Beard as a chef and consultant. Two years ago, Chris opened and co-created the Salt Kitchen and Rum Bar which has quickly become a North Shore favorite. Sourcing locally and an ever-changing blackboard has made Salt a success. They feature elevated comfort food with a 60+ rum list from down the road to around the world. Salt Kitchen and Rum Bar has won Bons award readers choice Best New Restaurant, been named a hidden jewel by Phantom Gourment, and was last year’s Best Chef winner!
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Sodexo at Endicott College is a proud participant of the 2015 Best Chef event.
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37 Main Street, Amesbury, MA 978-792-5476 www.no8kitchen.com
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CK Pearl is committed to offering a unique and uncompromising approach to food, beverage and customer service. We are passionate about serving the most delicious and satisfying food that showcases the quality of the ingredients.
LIVE JAZZ BRUNCH the first sunday of every month
MO NDAY T UE S DAY WE DNE S DAY T H UR S DAY F R IDAY SAT UR DAY S UNDAY
mark’s ramen noodle $1 oysters fresh pasta bbq ribs and more crabcakes wood roasted prime rib cassoulet
O P E N 7 D AY S A W E E K / Y E A R R O U N D . 1 1 2 M A I N S T R E E T E S S E X , M A 0 1 9 2 9 . 9 7 8 - 8 9 0 - 7 3 7 8 . W W W. C K P E A R L . C O M
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Focusing on North Shore favorites, Chef uses fresh and local ingredients to put a modern spin on classic favorites. Our in house Tradewinds Restaurant is open 7 days a week and serves American Cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Our Menu takes signature items from Farm to Table, from Classic to Inventive and from the heart of our kitchen to you.
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Judges Table Sponsor
Blue Vase Marketing is a leading Direct Response Marketing firm (DRTV) based in Beverly, MA, and has earned the prestigious ranking from Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest-growing private companies in America for two consecutive years. Infomercial Production Call Center Services Comprehensive Campaign Management Creative & Digital Marketing State-of-the-Art Proprietary Data Warehouse Client Reporting In-House Legal and Compliance Team
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www.BlueVaseMarketing.com
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Equipment Sponsor
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Program Book Sponsor
Best Wishes for a successful
Best Chef 2015!
Proud to support Beverly Bootstraps We’re your community bank with more than 125 years of dedication to the North Shore.
254 Cabot Street, Beverly 978.922.0857 ∙ 73 Lafayette Street, Salem 978.745.1941 48 Enon Street, Beverly 978.921.2383 ∙ North Beverly Plaza, Beverly 978.927.5283 Member FDIC Member SIF
www.beverlybank.com
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Live Auction Sponsor
Bon AppĂŠtit Bootstraps
Serving Beverly since 1921 www.beverlyrotaryclub.com
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Raffle Sponsor
1 Apple Road Beverly, MA 978-927-3690
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Chef Sponsor
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Chef Sponsor
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Chef Sponsor
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All Are Welcome!
Casual Atmosphere • Great Food • Creative Cocktails
Spectacular Views Waterfront Dining for Lunch and Dinner Open Tuesday-Sunday / Closed Mondays
Danversport.com | (978) 774-8621
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A New England wood fired grill... Twenty-four revolving beers on tap... Sourcing from our farms and local purveyors... Embracing the lost tradition of slow cooking... A warm, open kitchen.
392 Cabot Street Beverly, MA 978-922-6868
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Offering business and residential delivery.
Host your next event at Bertucci’s! Check out our Celebration Menus online at www.Bertuccis.com
Enjoy a great meal and raise money for a great cause! Contact us about our Dining for Dollars fundraising program.
Bertucci’s of Beverly 27 Enon St. | Beverly, MA 01915 | 978.927.6866 General Manager: Veronica Pettingell
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104 CABOT ST | BEVERLY, MA | 978.232.0180 | fibbersbeverly.com
Monday – 1/2 Price Apps 4–8P.M. Tuesday – 35¢ Wings Wednesday – 1/2 Price Burgers Thursday – $1 Baby Back Ribs *Prices and specials subject to change
Hours: Monday – Thursday 4P.M. – 1A.M. | Friday – Sunday 11:30A.M. – 1A.M.
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296 B. Cabot st. Beverly, MA
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order online
90 Washington Street Salem, MA 978-594-8681
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Scratch Kitchen, making it by hand the way Grandma used to. Using local, regional, sustainable sourced ingredients. Paired with Craft Beer, Good Wine, and Unique Sodas. Honest Food, Good Drink, Makes Happy People 245 Derby St., Salem MA 01970
978-741-2442 www.scratchkitchensalem.com Facebook.com/scratchkitchen
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Thrift Shop Donations Wanted:
Spring Clothing and Accessories, Housewares, Decorative Items and Furniture
We Pick Up - Call for Details! Please do not leave donations after hours. Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:30am - 5:00pm Saturday, 9:30am - 12:30pm
198 Rantoul Street • Beverly, MA • 978-921-4710 www.BeverlyBootstraps.org
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Sterling Insurance has been helping people in the community for 85 years since 1929 Rick Mooney, President
AUTO • HOME • BUSINESS Auto & Home discounts.
306 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA
www.sterling-insurance.com ph: 978-922-6600 email: RMooney@sterling-insurance.com
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10 Elm Street • 978.762.4629 • ebsb.com Member FDIC Member DIF
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Equal Housing Lender
At the Herrick House of Beverly, you will find superlative staffng levels, 24/7 Licensed Nursing staff, and a safe, comfortable homelike atmosphere. Located on the grounds of Beverly Hospital and member of Lahey Health Senior Care, let us show you how our trusted professional services will simplify life for the better. Contact us to visit our campus! 89 Herrick St. Beverly, MA
978-922-1999 theherrickhouse.org
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