Who won the title of “Short Rib Champion?” Our Culinary Director, Adam Halberg, hosted an in-house competition among our eight Executive Chefs. Each chef prepared a short rib dish that would be judged on execution and presentation.
Here’s what each chef prepared for the contest:
Eric Stagl, West Hartford: Sherry braised short ribs with San Simon polenta, parsley salad and crispy chorizo
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Scott Quis, Stamford: Short ribs with chorizo stuffed olives and trevisano (radicchio lettuce)
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Michael Lucente, Greenwich: Harissa braised short ribs with pickled radish
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Helton DaSilva, Fairfield: Braised short rib with sage roasted butternut squash, radishes & parsley
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Wayne Homsi, South Norwalk: Braised short ribs with olives, fennel and orange salad
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Frank Proto, New Haven: Braised short rib with smoked cauliflower and brown rice with celery root slaw
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Adam Goldberg, Corporate Chef: Pastrami short ribs with pickled cabbage and membrillo
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Steven Brand, DC: Braised short ribs with ginger and butternut squash and roasted root vegetables.
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A few behind-the-scenes images:
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The judges:
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And the winner is….
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CHEF HELTON DASILVA FROM FAIRFIELD!!!!
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