Special Webinar Event Latin American Cuisine Summit: Crispy Beef Sweetbreads Tacos with Melissa Guerra
Presented By
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Featured Chef Melissa Guerra Self-taught culinary expert and food historian specializing in Texas, Mexican, and Latin American cuisine
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Guest Speaker Lizzy Freier Director, Menu Research & Insights, Technomic
About This Virtual Summit
Join the Culinary Institute of America for its third installation of the exciting virtual Latin American Cuisine Summit! This renowned event is offered as a virtual series, bringing together foodservice, culinary, and beverage professionals for an immersive learning experience. Featuring top chefs, the summit explores signature dishes, traditional techniques, and evolving culinary influences.
You'll hear from Melissa Guerra, self-taught culinary expert, food historian, and 8th-generation Texan, as she prepares Crispy Beef Sweetbreads Tacos with Chiles Torreados from her South Texas farmhouse kitchen. Specializing in Texas regional, Mexican, and Latin American cuisines, Guerra brings deep historical and cultural insights to her cooking. As a bonus, Lizzy Freier, director of menu research at Technomic, will also provide expert insights on menu trends and how Guerra's dish fits into today's culinary landscape.
A Les Dames d'Escoffier member, CIA Latin Cuisines Advisory Council Executive Committee member, and James Beard Award finalist, Guerra's expertise spans cooking, food history, and writing.
Presented by the Culinary Institute of America, this engaging virtual demo blends technique, tradition, and industry insights. Don't miss this chance to expand your culinary knowledge and gain valuable business insights!
What You'll Learn
- Flavorful techniques and iconic dishes: Gain in-depth knowledge of signature dishes, explore traditional techniques and discover the culinary influences that continue to shape the industry.
- Ideating from concept to creation: Watch expert chefs demonstrate menu strategies for showcasing Latin American cuisine: how to adapt dishes for varying scales, ensuring both business success and customer satisfaction.
- The power of local sourcing: Discover how local ingredients elevate your dishes while honoring traditional foodways. We'll delve into preservation techniques, preparation methods and sustainable food production practices that inspire authentic flavors.