Chefs Luke Risby and Guy Billitteri from Country Club Gledswood Hills really nailed their entrée at the 2018 Chef’s Table competition.
Their pork, rhubarb and fennel ravioli with celeriac puree, zucchini flower and sage butter was the only dish out of 123 that received a perfect score from all three tasting judges.
In the end it wasn’t enough to win them gold, but coming third in a competition that attracted chefs from 41 clubs across NSW was a sensational effort for the two Macarthur country lads.
Created 14 years ago, the Chef’s Table competition provides a platform for the many talented chefs, cooks and apprentices in NSW clubs to showcase their skills.
The competition also provides a unique opportunity for the contestants to promote the culinary quality of their club’s food offering to the wider industry and in local media.
This year the teams were challenged to utilise a mystery box of ingredients within their entrée, main or dessert, with each team having just an hour to plan their menu.
The competition was intense, with all teams keen to show off their skills and creativity in the kitchen on their way to gold, silver or bronze honours.
Bronze winners Luke Risby and Guy Billitteri will receive four educational Italian masterclasses in Wagga Wagga, culminating in a hands-on experience with Italian chef Melina Puntoriero from Manuelina Culinary Italy.
They will be taken on a culinary journey of Italy, covering the art of ravioli and gnocchi, culminating in a long lunch with spectacular views over the Riverina.
Their prize includes includes return economy flights from Sydney to Wagga Wagga, two nights’ accommodation and transfers.
Which means members and guests of Country Club Gledswood Hills can look forward to even more of Luke and Guy’s delicious cuisine, with Italian inspiration drawn from their masterclass experience.
Country Club Gledswood Hills is part of the Wests Group Macarthur and CEO Tony Mathew commended the duo for their efforts at the 2018 Chef’s Table competition.
“Wests are so proud of Luke and Guy’s results in this competition, however we are not surprised considering our members, guests and staff get to enjoy the beautiful and creative meals these two chefs create every day at Country Club Brassiere,’’ Mr Mathew said.
Watch a video here of the action in the kitchen at this year’s Chef’s Table competition.
Maria Gregorace