California Raisins - An Evening with Chef Emmanuel Stroobant

California Raisins - An Evening with Chef Emmanuel Stroobant


It was definitely an evening to remember, where we got a chance to dine over at the Samplings On the Fourteen Restaurant at Berjaya University College for a repertoire of specially crafted delicious recipes using California Raisins. What makes it even more awesome is the fact that the recipes were created by 2-star Michelin celebrity Chef Emmanuel Stroobant along with guest Chef Erich Anton Roos. Read on. 

California Raisins - An Evening with Chef Emmanuel Stroobant
California Raisins - An Evening with Chef Emmanuel Stroobant

Arriving at Samplings On the Fourteen Restaurant at Berjaya University College, we were treated to a California Raisins welcome drink which went really well with some pastries provided before our main meal. We were to be treated to a four course dinner with the centre theme being the California Raisins. 

Welcome drink, infused with California Raisins
Welcome drink, infused with California Raisins

Dining with the chefs, an eye opening experience indeed, and to watch 2-star Michelin celebrity Chef Emmanuel Stroobant demonstrate cooking our cuisine for the evening is pretty awesome. 

California Raisins, got to love these!
California Raisins, got to love these!
2-star Michelin celebrity Chef Emmanuel Stroobant himself!
2-star Michelin celebrity Chef Emmanuel Stroobant himself!

Versatility of California Raisins, Amazing!


The culinary gourmet recipes as prepared by the respective chefs:

Chef Emmanuel Stroobant in action
Chef Emmanuel Stroobant in action 
Chef Erich Anton Roos preparing sweet desserts
Chef Erich Anton Roos preparing sweet desserts

Chef Emmanuel Stroobant (3 recipes)
1. California Raisins, Crab & Cauliflower 

California Raisins, Crab & Cauliflower
California Raisins, Crab & Cauliflower 

2. California Raisin Pasta With Fennel & Prawns 

California Raisin Pasta With Fennel & Prawns
California Raisin Pasta With Fennel & Prawns 

3. California Raisins With Beef Short Ribs & Winter Fruits 

California Raisins With Beef Short Ribs & Winter Fruits
California Raisins With Beef Short Ribs & Winter Fruits 


Chef Erich Anton Roos (Dessert)
1. Symphony of California Raisins consisting of :
California Raisin muffin with cream
California Raisin cinnamon ice cream
Apple puff 

Always room for desserts
Always room for desserts

Did you know that Chef Emmanuel Stroobant is Belgian’s 2-star Michelin celebrity chef where he started working as a kitchen help as young as 16 years and worked his way in the culinary world within a span of a decade? I’m sure you have caught his shows on AFC channel before! 

All the delicious food we had that evening
All the delicious food we had that evening

Chef Erich Anton Roos was at hand as well, dishing out deliciously sweet desserts. He’s a Swiss national with 40 years of culinary and international working experience which covers many Western and Asian countries. Currently based in Bangkok, his role are focused in consultancy and strategic planning for kitchen training needs in international hotel chains.


More than just an appetising delight, raisins are a great source of nutrition which is  suitable to incorporate into meals amidst rising health issues due to unhealthy diets. 

A package of California Raisins fits perfectly in a purse or briefcase. They also conveniently fit in lunch boxes, gym bags, and in your desk drawer. California Raisins are also economical, do not bruise and are easy to use straight out of the box— no washing, peeling or chopping required—so one can create a simple meal. 

RAC’s Trade Promotions Director for Malaysia, Mr Richard Lieu
RAC’s Trade Promotions Director for Malaysia, Mr Richard Lieu

RAC’s Trade Promotions Director for Malaysia, Mr Richard Lieu had a say as well that evening. Mr Richard Lieu says for most consumers, especially children, California Raisins are a healthy snack compared with other snack foods, as they are naturally sweet and do not contain any added sugar. California Raisins are also a very versatile ingredient and can inspire a wide repertoire of dishes—from appetisers and main dishes to desserts and beverages

What a great evening with California Raisins, thanks!
What a great evening with California Raisins, thanks!

Health Goodness of California Raisins


Some key benefits of California Raisins include:

They are all-natural
They are naturally sweet and do not contain added sugar
They are fat- and cholesterol-free and naturally low in sodium
They are a source of potassium (an important electrolyte that aids in muscle, cardiovascular and nervous system function)
They are a source of fibre 
They are a source of concentrated nutrients 
They are known to contain phytonutrients that suppress the growth of oral bacteria associated with cavities and gum disease

For information and recipes on California Raisins, do check out www.calraisins.org and www.caraisins.com. Follow them on FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/RACASEAN/


Comments

  1. Wowwww!!! So many lovely dishes. So far, I only use raisin to cook our Sarawak's own daging masak hitam...and the yellow nasi kuning/ghee/kunyit.

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