The American Academy of Chefs 2013 Northeast Regional Conference Academy Events

Turning Stone Resort Casino, Verona, N.Y.
March 17–20, 2013

Monday, March 18, 2013

  • 8:30–9:30 a.m.: AAC Fellow’s meeting
  • 2:30–3:30 p.m.: AAC Culinary Demonstration
  • 7 p.m.: AAC Dinner at Turning Stone Resort Casino, Verona, N.Y.
    Cost: $125 per person; each guest receives a memorabilia plate by Villeroy & Boch

Dates and times are tentative and subject to change.

Jason Drysdale
Jason Drysdale
Turning Stone Resort Casino
Turning Stone Resort Casino

Experience Culinary Excellence at the 2013 Southeast Regional Academy Dinner

Join us on Monday, March 18, 2013, at 7 p.m. at Turning Stone Resort Casino. Enjoy an amazing meal hosted by Executive Chef Jason Drysdale and his staff. Turning Stone Resort Casino opened July 16, 1993. The resort is a popular tourist destination in central New York State. Chef Drysdale and his staff are looking forward to making the Academy dinner an unforgettable experience.

AAC Fellow’s Meeting

During this business meeting, the past year’s operations will be discussed. Members will also talk about future plans and strategies. Presented by: Stafford T. DeCambra, CEC, CCE, CCA, AAC, Corporate Executive Chef, PCI Gaming Authority


Charlie Gipe
Charlie Gipe, CEC, AAC

AAC Demo - The Art of Cooking Pennsylvania Dutch Traditional Favorites

The Art of Cooking is a 60-minute cooking demonstration by AAC Fellows from the region, emphasizing their own culinary forte assisted by a student culinarian. This year’s demonstration will be presented by Charlie Gipe, CEC, AAC, Executive Chef at the Hershey Entertainment Complex.