AVFC Chefs Scoop Food Award
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Two claret and blue chefs have shown their culinary class by scooping major food awards.
Richard Dutton and Kevin Annett emerged victorious at the Major International Football Stadia event at Hospitality 2011. They won the ‘best in class gold awards’ at the cook-off ceremony, held at the NEC.
The VMF chefs and food mentors – who cook for directors on a matchday – prepared superlative dishes which were then judged by expert food critics.
They consisted of salcombe line caught sea bass, crispy langoustine, stewed fennel and shellfish nage starter. Then on to pork three ways, pork fillet, pork belly and pork cheek, served with confit of savoy cabbage, black pudding and apple and vanilla parsnip puree.
The fare was well-received and led to the well-deserved gongs, beating off competition from cooks at Arsenal, Everton and Rangers.
Richard said: ‘I’m thrilled to win the award. We work hard and enjoy making food for customers. This shows we are making a good impression and that’s very fulfilling.’
Kevin, who has won a host of awards, added: ‘There’s nothing better than seeing your efforts rewarded. I thoroughly enjoy working for Villa and I’d just like to pay credit to the many chefs who have shaped the careers of both myself and Richard.’
Alison Plant, head of hospitality and events, was thrilled with the international recognition. She added: ‘I am delighted to see the efforts of both Richard and Kevin acknowledged at such a prestigious event. We pride ourselves at Villa for having good people working here, who are passionate about food and the club and it’s great when you see that effort and enthusiasm bear fruit.’
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