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UNIQUE Featured Chef and Recipe: Carter House – Eureka, CA

CHEF - WITH INN SINCE

Charles Pope - 2004
Dave Vargas - 2003
Michael John - 2003
Chad Faulk - 2005

Chef: Charles Pope
Training and Experience: Associate of Occupational Studies, Le Cordon Bleu
Favorite Ingredients: Cream, Butter, Chocolate
Food Philosophy: A simple, elegant presentation
Inspiration: Owning my own bakery

Chef: Dave Vargas
Training and Experience: Le Cordon Bleu; French Culinary School
Favorite Ingredients: Kosher Salt
Food Philosophy: Start with great products, end with great results
Inspiration: People with a passion for food

Chef: Michael John
Training and Experience: Three-year apprenticeship under Chef Ron Garrido
Favorite Ingredients: Celery root, Basil, Heirloom Tomatoes, Bell Peppers
Food Philosophy: Perfect food takes time
Inspiration: My wife and family

Chef: Chad Faulk
Training and Experience: Diablo Valley College-Hotel and Restaurant Management Course
Awards: Received 2002 Restaurant Scholarship at DVC
Favorite Ingredients: Fresh Ingredients from the Farmers’ Market
Food Philosophy: Use the freshest possible product and let is speak for itself
Inspiration: My passion for good food was inspired by my Father and nurtured by all the chefs I've worked with
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