Fueling Flavor Innovation with Kitchen Collaborative

At the crossroads of culinary innovation and collaboration stands the Kitchen Collaborative, a pioneering recipe-development initiative brought to life by Flavor & The Menu and Summit F&B. Designed to fuel the flames of flavor innovation and to highlight the limitless potential of our industry, Kitchen Collaborative has quickly established itself as a nexus for chefs to create, inspire, and collaborate. Custom Culinary is thrilled to step into the limelight as a first-time sponsor this year, proudly backing this unparalleled platform that brings together some of the best in the culinary world.

The 2023 initiative of Kitchen Collaborative has seen some of the most illustrious chefs showcase their craft, blending tradition with avant-garde techniques. As we journey through the flavors and stories of these extraordinary creations, it's evident that this year's collaborative effort is setting new benchmarks in the culinary landscape.

Ancho Roasted Mushroom Toast

"The smoky flavor of ancho chilies pairs beautifully with the sweetness of Cara Cara Oranges and hot honey," says creator Chef Jessica Foust of her Ancho Roasted Mushroom Toast featuring Master’s Touch^® Ancho Flavor Concentrate.

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Butternut Squash Dumplings with Truffled Pho Broth

Chef Chandon Clenard is on a mission to shift our culinary perspectives. At the heart of this quest is his love for experimenting with vegetables, aiming not solely to appeal to vegetarians but to thrill meat lovers seeking diversity. His Butternut Squash Dumplings with Truffled Pho Broth exemplify this ethos, blending tradition with innovation.

Speaking to the allure of pho, Clenard exclaims, “It’s chicken soup, man... It’s simple but complex, with banging flavor. It’s a unique taste experience.” Impressed by Custom Culinary^®’s Beef Pho Broth for its authentic taste and depth, Clenard transformed a dish concept from edamame dumplings in dashi broth to this delightful butternut squash variation in pho. The dumpling shines as the homemade element in this "speed scratch" dish, complemented brilliantly by the rich pho.

For an immersive experience of Clenard's creative approach, delve deeper with his Flavor & The Menu feature.

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Carne Asada Grilled Cheese with Birria Hollandaise

Chef David Bolosan’s Carne Asada Grilled Cheese with Birria Hollandaise is a culinary innovation that bridges classic comfort with modern flair. Intent crafting a dish that compels diners to say, “Order me!” Bolosan reinvents the beloved grilled cheese by infusing it with the trending essence of birria.

Toasted brioche, Pepper Jack and American cheeses, with a hint of jalapeño make up the sandwich, which is complemented by a birria hollandaise enriched with Custom Culinary^® Gold Label Beef Base and Ancho Flavor Concentrate. This dip retains the buttery allure of hollandaise while capturing the vibrant essence of birria. Garnished with onions and cilantro and paired with a lime wedge and grilled jalapeño, it's a dish that promises to be both familiar and refreshingly new.

For a deeper dive into this delectable creation, visit Chef Bolosan's feature on Flavor & The Menu.

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Chimichurri New York Strip Steak

Recipe courtesy of Haim Asher.

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Pambazo Chorizo Al Pastor Torta

Venture into flavorful sandwiches with Chef Walter Rivas' Pambazo Chorizo Al Pastor Torta. This dish beautifully encapsulates Rivas' unique culinary influences, drawn from a myriad of sources, including global cooking trends on social media.

Echoing his passion, Rivas remarks, “Ninety-five percent of my TikTok feed is cooking videos from all over the globe. It’s opened my eyes to a whole world of food!” Infused with the aromatic Custom Culinary^® Master’s Touch^® Ancho Flavor Concentrate and the rich Custom Culinary^® Al Pastor Sauce, this torta promises a symphony of flavors in every bite.

Check out Flavor & The Menu to delve deeper into Chef Rivas' culinary inspirations and the story behind his Kitchen Collaborative creations.

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Stuffed Chicken Pimento Cheese Jalapeños

Recipe courtesy of Chef "Jay Z" Ziobrowski.

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