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3 weeks ago | 
clubandresortchef.com | Joanna DeChellis
It started with a one-gallon kit and a little curiosity. Now it’s one of the most talked-about amenities at Naples (Fla.) Yacht Club, where beer is brewed just steps from the kitchen pass. Michael Katz, Director of Culinary, wasn’t setting out to become a brewer. He was just working through a Christmas gift. “I got a one-gallon brewing kit for Christmas,” says Katz. “It sat in the closet for six months before I finally tried it.”The first batch was a success. The second was not.
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1 month ago | 
clubandresortchef.com | Joanna DeChellis
Shayne Taylor, Director of Culinary at Greensboro Country Club (Greensboro, N.C.), has officially earned the Certified Club Culinary Director (CCCD) certification from the Club + Resort Chef Association. With this achievement, Taylor joins an elite group of culinary professionals who have achieved this high level of distinction.
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1 month ago | 
clubandresortchef.com | Joanna DeChellis
Club + Resort Chef has released the official recap video of PlateCraft, offering a dynamic look at the second installment of this unique culinary workshop. Hosted at Cullasaja Club in Highlands, N.C., the event brought together a tight-knit group of chefs focused on collaboration, creativity, and hands-on learning.
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1 month ago | 
clubandresortchef.com | Joanna DeChellis
Editor’s MemoThe Future is HereC+RC’s Editorial Director discusses how this year’s 40 Under 40 chefs are driving the future of club and resort kitchens.
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1 month ago | 
clubandresortchef.com | Joanna DeChellis
Bill Paronish, Executive Chef of Laurel Valley Golf Club (Ligonier, Pa.), has earned the Certified Club Culinary Director (CCCD) certification from the Club + Resort Chef Association, a credential that recognizes leadership, operational expertise, and expertise in club culinary management. By earning this certification, Paronish joins an elite group of culinary professionals who have achieved this high level of distinction.
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2 months ago | 
clubandresortbusiness.com | Joanna DeChellis
A club’s dining program is one of the strongest drivers of member engagement. A great meal brings people together, builds community, and reinforces the value of belonging. Maintaining that standard requires a culinary leader who is inspired, constantly learning, evolving, and staying ahead of industry trends.
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2 months ago | 
clubandresortchef.com | Joanna DeChellis
At the 2025 Chef to Chef Conference, held at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront from March 23-25, attendees will learn from some of the industry’s most well-respected culinarians and leaders—and earn continuing education credits through the Club + Resort Chef Association (CRCA), American Culinary Federation (ACF), and Club Management Association of America (CMAA).
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2 months ago | 
clubandresortbusiness.com | Joanna DeChellis
Hiring an executive chef or a director of culinary is one of the most important decisions a club can make. The culinary leader sets the tone for the dining experience, shapes the club’s culture, develops the staff, and plays a key role in member satisfaction. Yet, hiring the right person goes well beyond assessing culinary skills. The process requires careful planning, insight, and a clear understanding of what the role demands—not just today but for years to come.
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Feb 14, 2025 | 
clubandresortchef.com | Joanna DeChellis
The 2025 Chef to Chef Conference will open in a way that sets the tone for the entire event—not with a traditional keynote, but with a hands-on, immersive culinary showcase. Taste of Charm City will highlight Baltimore’s premier club chefs, offering attendees a firsthand experience of their talent through an interactive tasting event at Baltimore Country Club, which will follow an opening address by BCC’s General Manager, Kent Johnson.
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Feb 10, 2025 | 
clubandresortbusiness.com | Joanna DeChellis
When Bryan Danehy, CCM, CCE, became General Manager/COO of the Country Club of York (CCY) in Pennsylvania, at just 28, the club was at a crossroads. Staff were disconnected, finances were tight, and the facilities needed attention. Over the past decade, Danehy and his team have tackled these challenges head-on, fostering a culture of trust, strengthening the club’s financial position, and spearheading a number of updates and renovations.
