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         Our Secret Weapon

Posted on March 27, 2015 by Chef Ryan CEC

A Staff Administrative Assistant? If you are wondering what that exactly means, It’s pretty much code language for “Does anything that’s needed by the department!’ It’s not a glamorous job by any means, as it involves basically doing certain tasks that … Continue reading →

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The Four Sides to “Stevie Ray”

Posted on February 26, 2015 by Chef Ryan CEC

  “For the strength of the Pack is the Wolf, and the strength of the Wolf is the Pack.” -Rudyard Kipling     Steven Longe, a.ka. “John Steven” or “Stevie Ray” in our kitchen is a behind the scenes player … Continue reading →

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It’s Time to Battle- Got to Be NC Competition Dining Series

Posted on January 16, 2015 by Chef Ryan CEC

Wow, what an honor it is being included in this year’s- Got to Be NC Competition Dining event. It’s great that my team can be recognized on this grand stage, as we will be competing against other top chefs from … Continue reading →

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The Pizza Challenge, Accepted

Posted on October 1, 2014 by Chef Ryan CEC

“Life’s challenges are not supposed to paralyze you, they’re supposed to help you discover who you are.”  – Bernice Johnson Reagan Taking on a good challenge is something I’ve always respected. In the modern hospital kitchen, specifically ours, every day can bring a new … Continue reading →

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Americas Top Healthcare Chefs Share Thoughts On Comfort Food

Posted on June 25, 2014 by Chef Ryan CEC

Comfort Food. It’s a food phrase used often these days, and working in healthcare, it’s a necessity when it comes to feeding patients who are sick. One thing I’ve learned for sure over the last few years is that you … Continue reading →

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Hungarian Goulash, Then and Now

Posted on May 15, 2014 by Chef Ryan CEC

Being a chef, many people often ask me if I get my cooking inspiration from my mother. I quickly answer that question by saying… “No not really, but I get my work ethic from her and my father as well.” Growing … Continue reading →

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The Journey of a Healthcare Chef

Posted on February 19, 2014 by Chef Ryan CEC

The last ten years of my career have mostly been centered around one common goal, changing the public’s perception of “Hospital Food”. Over this journey, I’ve made plenty of mistakes, won many awards, and met many people whom share the … Continue reading →

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The Facebook Post That Changed My Day

Posted on November 24, 2013 by Chef Ryan CEC

While scrolling through my Facebook news feed today, I read something that truly inspired me, and instantly made me feel good. In turn, I hit the thumbs up sign  just like everyone else does when they read or see a picture they … Continue reading →

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Whole Grains Inspiration

Posted on September 4, 2013 by Chef Ryan CEC

As you can see, in my office lays a pile that holds many months of industry magazines. At one time or another, I breezed through them all but I definitely haven’t read them cover-to cover. The reason is that just like many of … Continue reading →

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“Pork Week”- It’s How Our Chefs Celebrate Shark Week

Posted on August 8, 2013 by Chef Ryan CEC

It’s been quite the week here, as the Black Hat Chefs were going full throttle with our new “Discovery Sessions.” While most of the world was celebrating “Shark Week,”  in our kitchens we were celebrating “Pork Week.” That’s right,  from the very start of the … Continue reading →

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