ACF Today – 2006

Through The Culinary Insider e-newsletter, the federation provides members with regular news alerts and timely information on products and services offered by the American Culinary Federation and its partners.

Image of ACF TodayACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 27 - December 27, 2006

  • Congratulations to the United States Army Culinary Arts Team!
  • ACF Train-the-Trainer Workshops Expand Culinary Education
  • ACF Northeastern Regional Conference Offers Hands-On Training
  • New Courses to Launch on ACF's eCulinary Professional Development Site
  • Registration Deadline Approaching for 2007 Baron H. Galand Knowledge Bowls
  • ACF Chef & Child Foundation Accepting Applications for Little Oscar Award
  • Academy Fellows - Application Deadline Approaches
  • Nominations Open until December 31 for American Academy of Chefs Elected Positions

ACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 26 - December 12, 2006

  • ACF Culinary Team USA Places Fifth Overall at Culinary World Cup
  • ACF Publications Win Three Gold Ribbon Awards
  • Attention American Academy of Chefs Members!
  • Registration Deadline Approaching for 2007 Baron H. Galand Knowledge Bowls
  • ACF Chef & Child Foundation Accepting Applications for Little Oscar Award
  • Academy Fellows - Application Deadline Approaches
  • Nominations Open until December 31 for American Academy of Chefs Elected Positions
  • CAFE Announces 2007 Educator Workshops and Leadership Conference
  • The only risotto you can heat and serve in less than 2 minutes-UNCLE BEN'S® Classic Risotto
  • Free Crisco Professional® Pan Release Sample!

ACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 25 - November 30, 2006

  • ACF Culinary Team USA Brings Home Gold
  • Regional Conference & National Convention Host Hotels Offer Big Savings for Early Reservations
  • Judging Competitions Seminar Scheduled for 2007 ACF Regional Conferences
  • Registration Deadline Approaching for 2007 Baron H. Galand Knowledge Bowls
  • ACF Chef & Child Foundation Accepting Applications for Little Oscar Award
  • Academy Fellows - Application Deadline Approaches
  • Nominations Open until December 31 for American Academy of Chefs Elected Positions
  • Attention Central Region American Academy of Chefs Members!
  • Reserve your Regional Program Guide Ads Now!

ACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 24 - November 13, 2006

  • Cramb Named American Culinary Federation Interim Managing Director
  • Certification Logos Developed in Conjunction with American Culinary Federation's Branding Campaign
  • Plan Now to Attend the 2007 American Culinary Federation Regional Conferences
  • ACF Chef & Child Foundation Accepting Applications for Little Oscar Award
  • Nominations Open until December 31 for American Academy of Chefs Elected Positions
  • Attention Central Region American Academy of Chefs Members!

ACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 23 - October 30, 2006

  • Plan Now to Attend the 2007 American Culinary Federation Regional Conferences
  • ACF Regional and National Award Applications Due October 31.
  • Deadline for ACF Culinary Youth Team USA Applications is November 1.
  • Application Deadline for the 2007-2008 Johnson & Wales University Scholarship is November 1.
  • Attention Central Regional American Academy of Chefs Members!
  • Nominations Open until December 31 for American Academy of Chefs Elected Positions
  • Free Crisco Professional® Pan Release Sample!

ACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 22 - October 16, 2006

  • Plan Now to Attend the 2007 American Culinary Federation Regional Conferences
  • ACF Regional and National Award Applications Deadline October 31, 2006
  • Deadline for ACF Culinary Youth Team USA Applications Fast Approaching
  • Nominations Open until December 31 for American Academy of Chefs Elected Positions
  • Register Now to Attend the 2006 International Hotel/Motel & Restaurant Show®
  • Attention Culinary Students-Enter to Win $1,000 for a Duck Recipe
  • Attention High School Seniors! Apply Now for a Culinary Scholarship to Johnson & Wales University
  • Jill Bosich, CEC, CCE, AAC, Appointed as ACF Culinary Team USA Regional Coach
  • Free Crisco Professional® Pan Release Sample!
  • The only risotto you can heat and serve in less than 2 minutes-UNCLE BEN'S® Classic Risotto

ACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 21 - October 1, 2006

  • Plan Now to Attend the 2007 American Culinary Federation Regional Conferences
  • ACF Introduces Professional Development Program
  • Attention Competition Show Chairs and Chapter Presidents
  • Apply Now for ACF Culinary Youth Team USA
  • Want to Propel Your Culinary Career to New Heights?
  • Nominations Open until December 31 for American Academy of Chefs Elected Positions
  • Free Crisco Professional® Pan Release Sample!

ACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 20 - September 18, 2006

  • Applications Available For ACF Culinary Youth Team USA
  • Increase Your Educational Network by Hosting an American Culinary Federation Train-the-Trainer Program Today
  • Congratulations to New American Culinary Federation Approved Culinary Competition Judges
  • Is Your Chapter Ready for Childhood Hunger Day?
  • Want to Propel Your Culinary Career to New Heights?
  • Nominations are Open for American Academy of Chefs Elected Positions
  • Good Food Begins with U.™ Fall Rewards Program

ACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 19 - September 7, 2006

  • Plan Now to Attend the 2007 American Culinary Federation Conferences & Convention!
  • eCulinary Professional Development Institute is Helping Cooks and Chefs Get Certified
  • Nominations are Open for 2007 American Culinary Federation Awards
  • Nominations are Open for American Academy of Chefs Elected Positions
  • Order Your Copy of Club Cuisine: Cooking With A Master Chef Today at www.acfchefs.org
  • Is Your Chapter Ready for Childhood Hunger Day?
  • It's ALL About New at the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Show Taking Place September 8-10 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla.

ACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 18 - August 21, 2006

  • Letter from American Culinary Federation President John Kinsella, CMC, CCE, AAC: What's Happening at ACF?
  • American Culinary Federation Response to Negative Industry Comments
  • Certification Training Courses for Cooking and Baking/Pastry Professionals Now Available on eCulinary
  • Deadline to Submit Intent-to-Compete Form for Student Teams is August 30
  • Bert Cutino, CEC, AAC, and John Minniti, CCE, AAC, To Be Honored
  • Nominations Open for American Academy of Chefs Elected Positions
  • Submit Nominations for 2007 American Culinary Federation Awards
  • Become a Practical-Test Training Site through ACF's Train-the-Trainer Program
  • Buy Your Copy of Culinary Fundamentals and Baking Fundamentals Today!

ACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 17 - August 9, 2006

  • Award Winners Announced at 2006 ACF National Convention

ACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 16 - August 8, 2006

  • American Culinary Federation Chef & Child Foundation Announces New Board Members
  • Jump Start your Profession Today by Visiting the American Culinary Federation's Online Career Center
  • Phillips Foods Names Winners in Crab Cake Recipe Contest
  • New Student Team Competitions Guidelines Available Online
  • Free Crisco Professional® Pan Release Sample!

ACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 15 - July 25, 2006

  • ACF Thanks all who Attended the 56th Annual American Culinary Federation National Convention
  • Culinary Winners Honored at 56th Annual American Culinary Federation National Convention
  • Chef & Child Foundation Live & Silent Auctions are a success!
  • The American Academy of Chefs Welcomes its 2006 Inductees at the ACF National Convention
  • ACF Thanks the Sponsors of the 56th ACF National Convention
  • ACF Thanks Marriott International, Inc. for its Generosity Regarding the 2006 ACF National Convention

ACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 14 - July 10, 2006

  • Learning Opportunities for Culinary Educators at ACF's National Convention
  • Good Food and Good Fun at Inaugural Certified Master Chefs Dinner
  • Chef & Child Foundation Auctions Feature More Than 40 Noteworthy Items
  • Become a Practical Test Training Site through ACF's Train-the-Trainer Program
  • Submit Papers for Presentation for ACF's 2007 Conferences
  • ACF Sincerely Thanks Our Sponsors!

ACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 13 - June 27, 2006

  • Chef & Child Foundation Auction Donations Extended through June 30!
  • Learning Opportunities for Culinary Educators at ACF's National Convention
  • Online Registration Deadline for Certified Master Chefs Dinner is June 30
  • 2006 Board of Governors Meeting Credentialing
  • Become a Practical Test Training Site through ACF's Train-the-Trainer Program
  • Submit Papers for Presentation for ACF's 2007 Conferences
  • ACF Thanks the Sponsors of the 56th ACF National Convention

ACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 12 - June 13, 2006

  • Reserve your Room Today and Receive a Discounted Rate
  • Receive a Free Trade Show Coupon
  • Ride Amtrak and Receive a 10% Discount
  • Limited Spots Available for the American Academy of Chefs Reception
  • Enjoy the Finest in Cuisine from ACF Certified Master Chefs
  • Attend the 2006 Chapter Leadership Training Seminar
  • Be a Part of the Chef & Child Foundation Live and Silent Auctions at the Icebreaker Opening Reception
  • Deadline for Cold-Food Salon Extended
  • Get your Culinary Book Signed by ACF's Top Chefs
  • ACF Thanks the Sponsors of the 56th ACF national convention

ACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 11 - May 30, 2006

  • ACF Culinary Team USA National and Regional Team Members Announced
  • Aidan Murphy Earns ACF Master Chef Certification
  • Wharton Small Business Development Center to Host Series at ACF National Convention
  • Federation of Dining Room Professionals Receives ACFF Educational Assurance Award
  • Earn ACF Bucks by Enrolling New Members
  • ACF Sincerely Thanks the Sponsors of the 56th ACF National Convention

ACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 10 - May 15, 2006

  • Cold-Food Category Expanded for ACF National Convention
  • Mentoring and Culinary Forum for Students presented at ACF National Convention
  • Judging Competitions Seminar Offered at ACF National Convention
  • ACF to hold Practical Exam for Certification during the ACF National Convention
  • Chef & Child Foundation to Hold Auctions at ACF National Convention
  • ACF Culinary Team USA Tryouts Quickly Approaching
  • Crab-Cake Contest Open to AAC Chefs
  • ACF Sincerely Thanks the Sponsors of the 56th ACF National Convention

ACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 9 - May 1, 2006

  • Deadline Nearing for Discounted Convention Registration Rate
  • Earn Continuing-Education Hours at the 2006 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show®
  • Congratulations to the 2006 American Academy of Chefs and Culinary Hall of Fame Inductees
  • Informative Seminars, Refresher Courses and More Available at 2006 ACF National Convention
  • Crab-Cake Contest Open to AAC Chefs
  • ACF Thanks its National Convention and ACF Culinary Team USA Sponsors

ACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 8 - April 17, 2006

  • ACF National Convention Nearing…Register Today and Receive Discounted Rates
  • ACF Culinary Team USA Tryouts Fast Approaching
  • Crab-Cake Contest Open to AAC Chefs
  • Attend the National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show®
  • ACFF Disaster Relief Fund Donations Continue, Hurricane Victims Eligible for Funds

ACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 7 - April 4, 2006

  • ACF Central Region Award Winners Announced
  • Online Registration Now Available for National Convention
  • Crab-Cake Contest Open to AAC Chefs
  • Donations to ACFF Disaster Relief Fund Continue, Hurricane Victims Eligible for Funds
  • Make Plans to Attend the 2006 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show®
  • ACF Sincerely Thanks 2006 National Convention Sponsors

ACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 6 - March 20, 2006

  • ACF Northeastern Region Award Winners Announced
  • AAC Congratulates 2006 Culinary Hall of Fame Inductees & New Committee Chair
  • Make Plans to Attend the 2006 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show
  • Deadline for ACF Achievement of Excellence Awards Approaching
  • Award Applications Available for CCF 2006 Michael Ty Endowment Fund
  • Cold-Food Category Expanded for 2006 National Convention

ACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 5 - March 6, 2006

  • Southeastern Region Award Winners Announced at 2006 Regional Conference
  • Foodservice Programs Receive ACFF Certification/Accreditation
  • Applications Available for CCF 2006 Michael Ty Endowment Fund
  • Cold-Food Category Expanded for 2006 National Convention
  • Deadline for Discounted Registration Rate Central Regional Conference Approaching
  • 'Judging Competitions' Seminar Now Offered at Regional Conferences

ACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 4 - February 21, 2006

  • Register for Tours of Toronto and Niagara Falls at the 2006 Northeastern Regional Conference
  • Applications Available for CCF 2006 Michael Ty Endowment Fund
  • Refresher Courses Offered at Southeastern Regional Conference
  • Cold-Food Category Expanded for 2006 National Convention
  • Deadline for Discounted Registration Rates for Northeastern and Central Regional Conferences Approaching
  • Don't Miss the American Academy of Chefs Dinner at the 2006 ACF Northeastern and Southeastern Regional Conferences
  • 'Judging Competitions' Seminar Now Offered at Regional Conferences

ACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 3 - February 7, 2006

  • Western Regional Award Recipients Announced
  • Refresher Courses Offered at Southeast Regional Conference
  • Cold-Food Category Expanded for 2006 National Convention
  • Deadline for Discounted Registration Rates for Northeast and Central Regional Conferences Approaching
  • Don't Miss the American Academy of Chefs Dinner at the 2006 ACF Northeast and Southeast Regional Conferences
  • 'Judging Competitions' Seminar Now Offered at Regional Conferences

ACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 2 - January 23, 2006

  • ACF Chef & Child Foundation Little Oscar Award Deadline Extended
  • Deadline for Hermann G. Rusch Chef's Achievement Award Ballots Approaching
  • Deadline for Discounted Registration Rate for Southeast Regional Conference is Jan. 31, 2006
  • Educators Clinics Available at ACF Regional Conferences
  • NCR Seeks Chefs Who Exercise

ACF Today, Vol. IV, Issue 1 - January 9, 2006

  • Space Limited for ACF Certification Practical Exam at Western Regional
  • 2006 Chef Award Nominees-Part Two
  • Educators Clinics Available at ACF Regional Conferences
  • Deadline for Hermann G. Rusch Chef's Achievement Award Ballots Approaching
  • ACF is a New Monthly Contributor to Culinary Edge Magazine
  • Deadline for Discounted Registration Rate for Southeast Regional Conference is Jan. 31, 2006
  • Four ACF Members Approved as Culinary Judges