8.2. GrillHampton Q&As

Tap Room Chef Joe Walsh

What is your cooking philosophy?

My cooking philosophy is to never take shortcuts that will sacrifice quality.

What is your favorite spot in the Hamptons?

My favorite restaurant in the Hampton is Cowfish.

Where do you draw your inspiration from?

I draw inspiration from growing up in my family’s restaurants.

What new food trends are you seeing?

The newest food trends that I’m seeing are definitely Korean flavors being incorporated into other cultures’ foods.

What is your comfort food and why?

My mom’s chicken cutlets will forever be my comfort food because they’re not only nostalgic but delicious. No other chicken cutlet will ever top hers.

What is your favorite dish to make?

My favorite dish to make is my seafood risotto.

What do you plan to serve at the event?

We plan to serve spinach dip and triple threat brownies at the event.

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Pridwin Hotel Chef Todd Ruiz

What is your cooking philosophy?

Slow and low, develop flavor and understand how to create a memorable experinence.

What is your favorite spot in the Hamptons?

Still a bit new to the area, looking forward to getting too know it all.

Where do you draw your inspiration from?

Experiences, peers and memories growing up.

What new food trends are you seeing?

More vegan and vegetarian unique options.

What is your comfort food and why?

Texas chili! No beans.

What is your favorite dish to make?

Paella.

What do you plan to serve at the event?

Smoked prime brisket, cabbage and blackberry slaw.

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