TOP CHEF 9/19/2014 on Infinity

[pkamison]

Has anyone received info. about TOP CHEF winners coming on the Sept. 19 cruise ( Harwich to France, Spain, Portugal) ? I just found out that they and British wine expert Oz Clarke will be aboard but have not found any specifics although I understand there will be special events . I would love to know more.

[thebutlerdidit]

From the Celebrity website:

 

Chris Crary

 

France & Iberian Discovery | Celebrity Infinity ® | September 19-October 1, 2014

Chris is the Chef de Cuisine for Whist restaurant at the Viceroy Hotel in Santa Monica. Born in a small town in Ohio, Chris decided he wanted to venture into larger cities to follow his culinary passions. He attended Johnson &Wales University in Norfolk, Virginia and Providence, Rhode Island where he received his Bachelors of Science degree in Culinary Arts. From there, he journeyed to California where he trained with his chef mentor Tony DiSalvo, former Executive Chef at Jean Georges in NYC. Chris incorporates Italian, Asian, and Spanish influences in his cooking, but never loses sight of the customer’s culinary journey. His focus is on flavor, texture, whimsy, and creating the most memorable dining experience possible. If he were given a last supper, he says, "It would have to include biscuits and gravy, to honor my southern roots."

 

Kristen Kish

France & Iberian Discovery | Celebrity Infinity ® | September 19-October 1, 2014

Kristen currently works as Chef de Cuisine at Stir, a Barbara Lynch entity that serves as the company’s epicenter of education. Stir hosts demonstration dinners seven nights a week featuring a revolving menu that showcases different styles of cooking, cuisines and regions. Previously, Kristen worked as Chef de Partie for Michelin starred Chef Guy Martin at his Boston restaurant, Sensing. Kristen’s personal style is modern and contemporary French cuisine with Italian influences. Her favorite thing to cook is a French macaroon.

 

I hope you have fun. Kristin is one of my favorites. I don't remember too much about Chris.

[pkamison]

Thanks for the info. - I will be very interested to see what special events are planned on board. Certainly is the perfect opportunity as this cruise sails from one wine region to another with lots of great regonial Europen food opportunites.