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Chef Lonnie Varisco

Center of the Plate Specialist, PERFORMANCE Foodservice - Caro ROMA

I am a native New Orleanian who grew up with a passion for food. I honed my love for food at New England Culinary Institute and have worked in several great kitchens of New Orleans as Executive Chef. I have run my own restaurant consulting company and before coming to Performance Foodservice I was the Headmaster of The Culinary Institute of New Orleans for 12 years. I also hosted a national cooking show on PBS for 10 years called Jazz Brunch and have appeared on the Food Network. I am now in the best job I have ever had. I am able to take my years of educational knowledge and foodservice knowledge to train our sales force in the needs of a restaurant operator as well as help restaurants make their dreams a reality.

 

 

 In The Trenches Articles From Chef Lonnie Varisco
Reveillon: A Time - Honored Tradition
Which U.S. city has a thriving holiday tradition that centers around its restaurant scene?
Reading Between the Lines...of a Recipe
Know how when you cook grandma's recipe it isn't quite the same? Here are all of the extras that are behind 4 of Chef Lonnie's best.
Culinary Art - More than Just Cooking
Read some tips from our own Chef Lonnie Varisco on how to make the sight of your dishes truly memorable to your customers.
Did You Say Potato?
Even though it is one of the most humble vegetables, the potato offers versatility and variety in the kitchen.
The Deal On Veal
Get the 411 on veal, its many cuts, and even some recipes that you can integrate into your menu.
The Art of Deep Frying
Master the art of the fryer - here are the basics to take into consideration for your operation.
Vegetarianism: The Challenge of the Kitchen
With so many types of vegetarians out there - as a chef it is hard to be prepared. Here are some suggestions for rethinking the Center of the Plate.
The Power of Paper
Sometimes communicating directly to customers via paper can have a huge impact.
Tools of the Trade: Knives
Take the mystery out of selecting knives - the most important tool in a chef's arsenal.

 Recipes From Chef Lonnie Varisco
 

 

 
 

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