Diversity in Foodservice
Anyone who understands the importance of exploring cultural diversity in the culinary and hospitality world.
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Alex Askew
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BCA 7th Annual Global Food and Wine Experience at The Prince George Ballroom
September 30, 2010 from 7pm to 10:30pm
NEW YORK, NY - August 26, 2010 -The BCA will celebrate its 7th annual Global Food and Wine Experience. During this event, over 50 chefs, wine merchants, and hundreds of food connoisseurs will join together to create a platform for extraordinary culinary exploration. As part of the event's unique experience, more than 75 culinary students will be working side by side with New York's premier industry professionals as they prepare and unveil the latest trends in cuisine. The affair, titled…See More
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Profile Information
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- President
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- BCA
- Website
- http://www.thebca.net
- Interests
- Discovering new food, Discovering new wines, Consulting, Networking, Deals
- Personal Quote
- We all must find common ground
- Biography
- ALEX ASKEW
President & Co-founder
BCA
At 14, Alex received his first job offer through a high school program. In 1987, after six years of working in a variety of NY-area restaurants, he attended the Culinary Institute of America and graduated in 1989.
With a focus on eating lifestyles and trends in new menu alternatives, Alex began food research, development and consulting for large companies. Clients included General Mills, Hilton Hotels, Aramark Corporation and Specialty Restaurants, among other private clients.
In 1993, while working in restaurants that broadened his experience – Cajun, Creole, holistic, Latin and Southern cuisine – Alex co-founded the Black Culinarian Alliance which today is branded BCA. The BCA is a nationwide non-profit, educational and networking organization of hospitality and food service professionals – which stresses Education, Awareness and Exposure for people of color within the hospitality industry.
The BCA also provides quality educational and employment resources, job coaching, mentoring, assistance with placement and networking support. It also exposes inner-city high school students to the culinary arts through a series of workshops introducing it as a viable career option.
Alex has enjoyed guest appearances on Good Morning America, CBS’ The Early Show, and the Food Network. He was a 2001 Doctorate of Foodservice recipient from the North American Foodservice Equipment Manufacturers.
With 25 years in the restaurant and hospitality field, Alex continues to consult on projects nationwide and in Europe – using his great wealth of acquired knowledge and experience.
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Alex Askew's Blog
Menu for March 8th Event with Culinary Students
Posted on February 26, 2008 at 9:55am 0 Comments 0 Likes
For everone asking to see the menu for the upcoming event here it is.
BCA 15th Annual Cultural Awareness Salute Dinner
Menu
Cocktail Reception
Sponsored by the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism
Savory Lobster Cheesecake and Watermelon Chutney
Prepared by
Career Academy of NY
Crab-stuffed Grouper Roll with Avocado Purée
Prepared by
South Bronx Job Corps Academy
Bahamian Conch and Corn… Continue
BCA 15th Annual Cultural Awareness Salute Dinner
Menu
Cocktail Reception
Sponsored by the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism
Savory Lobster Cheesecake and Watermelon Chutney
Prepared by
Career Academy of NY
Crab-stuffed Grouper Roll with Avocado Purée
Prepared by
South Bronx Job Corps Academy
Bahamian Conch and Corn… Continue
BCA Celebrates Culinary and Cultural Diversity
Posted on February 4, 2008 at 8:59pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
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OperatorTim Pitts said…
Just joined this website. Seems quite interesting. I'll see you later!
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Alex
I would love to talk about Diversity in the Foodservice. I also have some ideas for www.AfricanAmericanCuisine.com's future. Please contact me at admin@africanamericancuisine.com and I will be able to email you my available times for a phone conversation.
Blessings,
Angela
Would you like to talk about potential partnerships between www.AfricanAmericanCuisine.com and BCA?
Blessings,
Angela Bickham
admin@africanamericancuisine.com
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