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Top 10 Pastry Chefs in America 2013

I did pretty good this time and didn’t try to eat every single dessert. Only missed one.

Dessert Professional’s Top 10 Pastry Chefs in America – 2013

Andy Chlebana (Joliet Junior College, Joliet, IL)
“Chocolate, Raspberry and Amaretto”
Chocolate Raspberry Cremeux, Chocolate Mousse, Amaretto Ice Cream, Violette Liquor Bonbon, Crispy Raspberry Foam, Sugared Almonds

Bill Corbett (Absinthe, San Francisco, CA)
Vegan German Chocolate Cake with coconut 3 ways and candied pecans

Christophe Feyt (Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas, NV)
Jivara Milk Chocolate cremeux, apricot compote, lime white chocolate mousse, and salted caramel bonbon

Brooks Headley (Del Posto, NYC)
“Red and White Stracciatella”
Strawberries 3 ways, burrata, fresh olive oil, olive oil croutons

Malcolm Livingston II (wd-50, NYC)
Mango puree, Sake caramel, Lemongrass infusion, Lemongrass syrup, Compressed Mango, Lemongrass puree, Sheep milk yogurt sauce, Smoked cashew nougatine

Jimmy MacMillan (JMPurePastry, Chicago, IL)
“Barbolo Nebbiolo”
Barolo Nebbiolo gelato, wine macerated strawberries, chocolate cream, raspberry tuile, cocoa dust, and strawberry chip

Laurie Jon Moran (Le Bernardin, NYC)
“Dark and Stormy”
Domaine de Cantan ginger liquor, chocolate mousse, chocolate pearl croquant, young ginger foam, chocolate tuiles, cocoa nibs

Clarisa Martino (Mesa Grill, NYC, Las Vegas, Nassau)
Blueberry Panna Cotta
Banana cream pie
Sticky Toffee Pudding

Nancy Olson (Gramercy Tavern, NYC)
Peanut butter semifreddo, chocolate macaron, salted caramel, and hot fudge.

Roy Shvartzapel (Common Bond, Houston, TX)
“Top 10 2013” cakes
Pistachio Lemon Strawberry Ricotta
Chocolate Caramel Banana Pecan
Tiramisu

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Eating at a Mets Game

We all got free tickets to the Mets vs Marlins opening weekend. I guess they weren’t selling, so they were giving them away. Actually all our tickets were in different sections. But because there were so many empty seats, we easily just chose to sit together.

Jody came over with a burger, fries and coke that was $17. I was like fuck. I guess that makes sense, since my Bud Light was $11.

I went to get my meal during the 3rd inning. I ran into an open food area that had a Pat LaFrieda’s Filet Mignon Steak Sandwich stand. $15 for the sandwich and the cashier warned me it would be 10-15mins. I said cool.

The cashier asked me to stand over to the right side to wait. The girl behind me in line thought the cashier was talking to her. Then she was like, “oh, she means her (pointing to me).” She thought I was a girl. But I think she realized I was a dude right when she said that.

I thought it would be embarrassing for her when she came over to wait with me. But instead she stood in front of me against the counter. I figure that was fine, but turns out there were no order numbers. The guy was just putting out sandwiches as they came. So that first sandwich that was mine, she grabbed and touched it and was like “oh, we have three more sandwiches.” So while she was standing there with that lone sandwich that belonged to me, I had to wait another ten minutes for them to bring out more. And she couldn’t leave either because she didn’t have her full order. Why didn’t she just give me that sandwich? Then I could leave and eat? I hated her so much. I was so pissed, I couldn’t enjoy the sandwich. Anyway, it kinda sucked.

I spent $37 on two beers and a sandwich that I didn’t like. Now I can see why those tickets were free. They can totally make their money off concessions. Well the free pickles at the toppings bar are pretty good.

Then it got so cold and windy. Everyone was leaving. We left too. Turned out it was an exciting game with a 9th inning comeback victory for the Mets. I don’t think I really cared.

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Chili Cook-Off 2012

We had our fifth annual Justice of the Unicorns Chili Cook-Off this past weekend. So much fun and a lot of great food. Among my favorites were Alfonso’s Brooklyn Chili, John’s Venison chili and Brett & Janet’s “Mummies on the Loose” Mac & Cheese with Pigs in a Blanket. Check it out.

Thanks for everyone for making this party so awesome. Darren Hanlon, Shelley Short, Marcellus Hall and This Frontier Needs Heroes on music and everyone for bring the tasty food.

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Chili Cook-Off in a Couple Hours

Dang. Maybe I didn’t give enough notice, but we are having our Fifth Annual Chili Cook-off today (Saturday Oct 27, 2012) in a few hours. 4:30pm at Good Co. bar in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Come out and party!

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Oyster Roast – NY Food Film Festival 2012

Dang, I had a great time at the NY Food Film Festival once again. Strengthened relationships and made many new friends. Everyone really stepped it up this year on their films. But it sure is worth submitting. If you get your film in, the parties (screenings) you get to attend are so awesome. It concluded with an Oyster Roast in Williamsburg. I loved it. The Bulls Bay Oysters are so good.

Other things I really liked at the festival —Brooklyn Star Fried Pig Tails, Wild Hibiscus Flowers stuffed with Goat Cheese, and Saxon and Parole Fried Oysters.

Congratulations to all the filmmakers and the festival crew for continually making my life a party. Thank you.

http://thefoodfilmfestival.com

This was my film, “Deep-Fried Tofurky: A Thanksgiving Miracle”

Deep-Fried Tofurky: A Thanksgiving Miracle from Jason Lam on Vimeo.

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Goodbye Blue Monday

We had a show with our friends Leamers (from Montreal) at Goodbye Blue Monday the other night in Bushwick. I remember walking by this place with Justin one time for brunch. We walked in and it was a pretty dingy bar. It seemed weird to eat brunch there in a dark place on such a nice sunny day. That’s when we kept walking and ended up at this awesome West African restaurant. But now that’s it’s cold and night time, it’s makes better sense to eat here.

I split a Burger and Fries (with Salad) with Anthony. I was stacked tall. Pretty decent burger. Not bad at all. I’m not scared to eat here anymore.

There was a stand-up comedy show that preceded us. One guy looked like Eli Manning.

Goodbye Blue Monday – 1087 Broadway (btwn Lawton & Dodworth St) Brooklyn, NY 11221

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The Lovin’ Cup Cafe – The Goddess Sandwich

Had this a few weeks back when Justice of the Unicorns played at Cameo Gallery, in the back of the Lovin’ Cup. I don’t think they have those awesome happy hour wings like they used to, but the still have tator tots.

I got the Goddess Sandwich (avocado, hummus, apple & basil on honey multigrain with balsamic vinaigrette $9) with tators. It seemed like the healthiest thing on there. Pretty decent sandwich.

The Lovin’ Cup Cafe - 93 N 6th St (btwn Wythe & Berry) Brooklyn, NY 11211

I finally pulled out a keytar at a show for the first time.  I bought so many. It was time to play them. I’ll play one again this Thursday (10/11/2012) at Goodbye Blue Monday in Bushwick with Leamers.

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NY Food Film Festival 2012

Oh man, the NY Food Film Festival is coming soon in October. I got a short film in it –“Deep Fried Tofurky: A Thanksgiving Miracle” during the Food Porn Party night. From what I remember last year, these screenings are awesome. They give you food and all you can drink. It was a big party.

It seems like it’s pricey, but it’s kind of worth it if you are taking a hot chick on a date. You both will definitely get drunk with me and Rusty.

And right now, there’s a special discount code you can have: Film33maker –for 33% off until Friday 9/14 7pm. After, it’s good for 25% off. There’s only a limited number of discounted tickets, so you have to get them soon.

Again, my screening is the Food Porn Party. But from what I know from last year’s Chicago Food Film Festival, the Oyster Roast the day after is really rad. That’ll probably be the best night. All you can eat roast Bulls Bay oysters and drinks. I’ll probably have to call in sick the next day.

http://thefoodfilmfestival.com/tickets-sale-full-event-details-announced/