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Interview with Four Seasons Scottsdale’s Executive Chef Mel Mecinas

Apr 09, 12

Posted by Phoenix Bites in Chefs, Featured, Scottsdale

It’s true, what they say – If you love what you do, it doesn’t feel like work. Executive Chef of Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North, Mel Mecinas, knows how the story goes. He described his typical day on the job in a recent interview – with early mornings starting at 5:30am, checking emails and getting a...

Interview with Executive Chef Eric Finney of Arizona Grand Resort

Feb 15, 12

Posted by Phoenix Bites in Chefs, Featured, Phoenix

We’ve shared a couple of his recipes in our “14 days of recipes for Valentine’s Day” roundup, but now it’s time to meet the man behind the food and drink! Eric Finney, Arizona Grand Resort’s Executive Chef, first joined the resort in 2009. Responsible for managing a 100+ staff and supervising the banquet kitchen as well...

Interview with Executive Chef Salvatore Moscato of Hilton Sedona

Feb 13, 12

Posted by Phoenix Bites in Chefs, Featured, Sedona

In early January, the Hilton Sedona Resort & Spa announced the arrival of its new executive chef, Salvatore Moscato. Chef Salvatore now oversees the resort’s banquet dining options as well as its signature restaurant, Grille at ShadowRock, offering regional fare for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We had a chance to ask him a...

Nominate your favorites for the 2012 Arizona Culinary Hall of Fame

Jan 25, 12

Posted by Phoenix Bites in Chefs, Events, Featured

Scottsdale League for the Arts, the organization behind the 34th Annual Scottsdale Culinary Festival, is accepting nominations for 2012 Arizona Culinary Hall of Fame, so now is the time to talk up your favorite local chef! Past winners include Chrysa Roberts, Aaron May, Matt Carter and Beau MacMillan. Winning chefs and restaurants...

Interview with Chef Doug Robinson of Publik House in Peoria, Illinois

Dec 01, 11

Posted by Phoenix Bites in Chefs, Interviews, Peoria Illinois, Taryn's Chef's Corner

On Taryn’s recent trip back to her hometown of Peoria, Illinois, she had the opportunity to interview one of her new favorite chefs in the area. Read her recap of her meal at Publik House here. Taryn Jeffries: What made you decide to become a professional chef? Chef Doug Robinson: I couldn’t stop thinking about cooking. TJ: Did...

Interview with Chef Anthony DeMuro of Different Pointe of View

Sep 14, 11

Posted by Phoenix Bites in Chefs, Featured, Phoenix

We’ve raved about the incredible menu at Different Pointe of View in the past (and still are!), so today we learn more about the brains behind the operation – Executive Chef Anthony DeMuro. A little about his background: He went to the culinary program at Scottsdale Community College and has now been with Hilton for 20 years...