American Lamb Board Hosts D.C. Lamb Jam

Twenty top chefs from Washington competed May 20 in the third annual D.C. Lamb Jam. Chef Marjorie Meek-Bradley of Ripple won best in show as well as best use of lamb shanks for her Lamb Shank Ragu with Potato Gnocchi, Favas, Pickled Ramps, and Parmesan. Chef Meek-Bradley will compete for the title of National Lamb Jam Master at the Lamb Jam Finale in New York this fall.

Other winning dishes from the DC Lamb Jam include:

People's Choice: Dimitri Moshovitis of Cava Mezze Restaurant with Braised Lamb Shank in Barolo, Goat Cheese Gnocchi, Truffle, and Aged Parmesan.

Best Leg Dish: Lee Gregory of The Roosevelt with

Smoked Leg of Lamb, SC Farro "Dirty Rice", Red Onion Marmalade, Green Tomato Relish.

Best Breast Dish: Will Artley of Pizzeria Orso with Braised Lamb Belly with Tomato Jam.

Best Shoulder Dish: Victor Albisu of Del Campo with Roasted Lamb and Clam Taco: Lamb Shank, Grilled Clam Salsa Verde, Grilled Guacamole.

Harrison Launches Global Design Competition for Students

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Stravito Unveils Assistant Insights Companion

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Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses Roll Out All You Can Eat Wings

Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses, known for their family-friendly atmosphere and classic cuisine, has rolled out another delicious limited-time special, All You Can Eat Wings. The flavor fest you won’t want to miss features unlimited servings of a variety of fried to perfection chicken wings, including two brand-new sauces. Hurry in soon – the finger-lickin’ deal […]

Five Iron Golf Signs Lease to Open in Port Chester, New York

Five Iron Golf announced the signing of a lease for a new franchise location at 179 North Main Street in Port Chester, NY. Led by seasoned professionals John Cornelius, Jake Dowden, Jeff Kelly, and George Jamgochian, this venture will bring the renowned Five Iron Golf brand to the vibrant Port Chester area of Westchester County. […]

Makeready Celebrates Continued Growth Through Recent Appointments and Promotions

Makeready, the hospitality group that concepts, manages, and operates an independent and diverse collection of hotel, restaurant and retail brands, announces the promotion of Caitlin Beveridge to vice president of marketing & communications and the appointment of Lauren Grussendorf to director of retail. This news follows the recent appointment of culinary director Jacques Sorci and demonstrates […]

First Watch Completes Acquisition of 21 North Carolina Franchised Restaurants

First Watch announced the completion of its previously announced acquisition of 21 of its franchise-owned restaurants and corresponding development rights in North Carolina for an aggregate purchase price of $75 million on a cash-free, debt-free basis. “This acquisition, which represents our largest First Watch franchise acquisition to date, is an important part of our long-term […]

Red Lobster Drops Music Collection Inspired by Cheddar Bay Biscuits

Red Lobster is dropping fresh-baked beats that are so hot they’ll have guests singing, “Mmmmmmmm” on repeat. Introducing Cheddar Bay-I, a one-of-a-kind collection of fresh, never-before-heard songs fueled by guests’ love of the iconic Cheddar Bay Biscuits and composed and performed by AI. The mouth-warming, sizzling smash hits are the first-ever musical odes to the […]

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