CANADIAN GUEST CHEF Dinners Begin Saturday
We’re thrilled that our Canadian Guest Chefs will soon be here working with our Students to present an array of diverse, delicious prix fixe Dinner menus. These dinners are already filling up, so book your table soon!
A ton of careful planning and hard work goes into the preparation and execution of our public Dinner Labs, they are an integral part of the intensive training for our Student Chefs, who rotate through all the roles of Front and Back of house.
Canadian Guest Chefs join us every February to inspire and work with our Student Chefs. Watch the quick video mashup of Dinner Service with Guest Chefs Randi Rudner and Mike Booth to get a glimpse of how much work is involved in delivering a fine four course prix fixe dinner to 40 guests!
CLICK to view Dinner Menus | Reserve a Table
CELEBRATE WITH US IN ELORA!
Come with us on the GALA BUS
A marvellous End of Year Gala Dinner & Auction at the beautiful ELORA MILL HOTEL & SPA is in store on Sunday, March 10. Don’t miss it!
There will be fantastic Silent and Live Auctions of incredible items and unique experiences in addition to a fantastic GALA Dinner designed and executed by our Chef Instructor Team and the graduating Class of 2024.
The exceptional Dinner Menu has just been revealed, we wanted to share, read on!
Why Elora?
* Elora Mill is a big supporter of Stratford Chefs School, and a stunning, one-of-a-kind destination, we want you to experience it!
* Elora Mill’s parent company Pearle Hospitality, led by President and SCS Graduate Aaron Ciancone, is a strong supporter of the School, through donations to our auction, sending guest chefs to the School, employing SCS graduates, and more. They also share our high standards of hospitality.
* The Gala requires a grand venue that can elegantly accommodate up to 180 guests for a spacious reception and formal sit down dinner.
* Hosting the event half way between Stratford and Toronto will enable friends of the School from the GTA to join the fun in lovely Elora.
Come with us on the Gala Bus!
Deluxe return coach transportation from Stratford to Elora is available to reserve with your Gala tickets so you and your guests can relax and enjoy the ride. Add to your Ticket reservation for $25 per person.
Stay Over
A very limited number of luxurious Elora Mill Bedrooms are available to book when you reserve your Gala tickets, starting at $550 per room. For a list of additional options, contact admin@stratfordchef.com.
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GALA DINNER MENU
Hors D’Oeuvres and Bubbly Reception
Featuring canapés from Chef Ryan Crawford, Chef Dacha Markovic, and the Stratford Chefs School culinary team.
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Seeded Sourdough with Whipped Butter
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Leek Terrine with Black Winter Truffle, Potato, and Chèvre Vinaigrette
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48-hour Beef Short Rib with Smoked Rutabaga Purée, Rutabaga Confit, Maiitake Mushrooms, and Madeira Jus
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Dark Chocolate Délice wih Hazelnut Croustillant, Freeze-Dried Berries, and Black Currant Sorbet
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A selection of petits fours from the Stratford Chefs School pastry kitchen
GALA Tickets are $225 per person
This is our most important fundraiser of the year, we sincerely hope you will get a group of friends together and join us for a wonderful evening! Your support of the School is incredibly important and very much appreciated.
Thank you to our GALA Sponsors:
Venue Partner: ELORA MILL HOTEL & SPA
Reception Sponsor: NICKEL 9 DISTILLERY
Reception Sponsor: Ryan Crawford (Class of 1999) | RUFFINO’S PASTA BAR AND GRILL
Wine Sponsor: NICHOLAS PEARCE WINES
Beer Sponsor: ELORA BREWING COMPANY
AV Sponsor: 586 ENTERTAINMENT
Auction Sponsor: BRENT SHACKLETON
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CANADIAN GUEST CHEF DINNERS
February 17-March 1, 2024
CLICK TO SEE SCHEDULE, MENUS & RESERVE
Delicious food, inventive and so eagerly and happily presented and consumed!! I love dining at the Chefs School.
-Rosemary, October 31, 2023
“The intersection of education, hospitality and passion at which the SCS Staff live and work is phenomenal, and the dedication and care that they each bring to every aspect of their role at the Chefs School is the reason that this institution is so special. I’ve learned so very much about this industry and about life while I’ve been here, but the biggest lesson I will take away from any of this is the importance of giving a damn. All of you give a damn, and it has changed lives at this place since 1983.”
Jonathon Farrell | Stratford Chefs School Class of 2023 Valedictorian
“The Stratford Chefs School provides the training to create world-class chefs who are comfortable working in any kitchen environment. Its immersive, approachable, interactive curriculum provided me with the tools and confidence that I needed early on in my career to make the transition from the school setting to the workforce. Perhaps most important to me are the lasting friendships that were made, the ongoing support from the SCS community, and exciting collaborations with other alumni.”
Alondra Galvez | Owner/Chef, El Cactus Taco Shop | Stratford Chefs School Class of 2003
“The Stratford Chefs School offers an unparalleled learning environment in which students are immersed in a hands-on, realistic approach of what to expect in the culinary industry. My experience at the Stratford Chefs School exposed me to various cuisines, a limitless spectrum of cooking techniques, and an opportunity to work directly with renowned chefs. The calibre of the instructors, and their cumulative experience in the field, laid the foundation on which I could build the confidence I needed in order to pursue my career path.”
Yva Santini | Chef, The Flour Mill, St. Marys | Stratford Chefs School Class of 2009
“At the Chefs School, I was given the opportunity to challenge myself, and expand the limits of my culinary skill and knowledge. SCS gave me the ability to trust in my own skill and allowed me to expand my knowledge. Now I confidently pass that skill and knowledge to my students.”
Mel Athulathmudali | Teacher, Strata Montessori | Owner, Chef Mel Catering | Stratford Chefs School Class of 2016
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Photography by Terry Manzo (SCS Class of 1985)