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Welcome to Celebrity Kitchens

"We Bring Great Chefs to You"

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SOME OF OUR UPCOMING GUEST CHEFS AND PROGRAMS:

Cooking 101 with Chef Riche Griffin of DISH! restaurant (Rehoboth Beach, DE). HANDS ON CLASSES:

Tuesday, January 6 (6:00PM - 8:30PM) Atlantic Coast

Tuesday, January 13 (6:00PM - 8:30PM) Southwestern Cusine

Monday, January 19 (6:00PM - 8:30PM) Cajun/Creole

For details on these hands-on programs, please see our calendar of events or contact us at 302-427-2665.

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Tuesday, January 20 2009 - 6:00PM to 8:30PM Chef Dan Funk of the Big Easy Saloon of Paoli, PA returns to Celebrity Kitchens to work his magic. Prior to opening The Big Easy Saloon in Paoli, Chef Dan was chef/owner of the New Orleans Café in Eddystone and Media. His first restaurant was the Chef’s Commissary in Media. While attending West Chester University, Dan began his culinary career under the direction of Chef John DeLuca at MacJons in West Chester. Dan was inspired by Chef DeLuca who learned his craft from the world-renowned Cajun chef, Paul Prudhomme, owner of “K Paul’s” in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dan credits his mentor, Chef DeLuca with unleashing his love of cooking and teaching him the secrets of New Orleans cuisine. Chef Dan employs a blend of down-home Louisiana Cajun cooking and the more sophisticated French Creole cooking to create unforgettable dishes. His natural talent and heart for cooking inspired the publication of the cookbook, “New Orleans Café, The Secret Formula”. See our calendar of events for Chef Dan's menu.

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Wednesday, January 21, 2009 - 6:00PM to 8:30PM Chef Joseph Poon of the original Joe's Peking Duck restaurant is also the creator of Philadelphia's famous Wok N' Walk Tours through Chinatown. Chef Poon has authored a fun cookbook, entitled, "Life is Short...Cooking is Fun!" Chef Poon will present "A Chinese New Year - Year of the Ox" eleven course family style meal for guests at Celebrity Kitchens. Please see our calendar of events for the complete menu. Chef Poon graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree from the State University of New York (SUNY) College where he majored in nutrition. He subsequently studied at the Culinary Institute of America (CIA) where he focused on international cuisine and pastry arts. Chef Joe has been dubbed "the unofficial mayor of Chinatown." He is well known for his philanthropic works and community outreach programs. For details on this dinner, please see our calendar of events. Advance reservations are required.

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Tuesday, January 27, 2009 from 6:00PM to 8:30PM - Join us for a demonstration dinner with Executive Chef Arthur Cavaliere of Stephen Starr's Parc restaurant. Chef Arthur Cavaliere has been cooking since the age of 15. After graduating from Penn State with a degree in English and attending Widener Law School, Chef Cavaliere decided to follow his love for cooking instead. Chef Cavaliere has worked in various restaurants throughout Philadelphia and Manyunk . While Sous Chef at El Vez, Chef Cavaliere worked under Executive Chef Jose Garces. It was there that he was able to express his love of Mexican culture, food and music. He left El Vez for a short while to help Chef Garces open Amada Restaurant, a Spanish tapas restaurant in Philadelphia. He returned to El Vez, when he was offered the Executive Chef position. Philadelphia Restaurateur Stephen Starr recently opened Parc restaurant in Philadelphia and moved Chef Cavaliere from to head-up Parc. Please see our calendar of events for Chef Art's menu.

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Tuesday, February 10, 2009 from 6:00PM to 8:30PM. Join us for a dazzling dinner with Executive Chef/Owner Abde Dahrouch of Pond Restaurant of Radnor, PA. Chef/Owner Abde Dahrouch was born in Morocco and grew up in Gascony, France. He was raised enjoying farm fresh produce planted and harvested by his father, and prepared in traditional Moroccan dishes by his mother. Chef Dahrouch's standard for flavor and seasonal freshness is influenced by this early experience. Chef Dahrouch immigrated to the United States in 1985 to work and train in the renowned kitchens of Jean Pierre Restaurant and La Brasserie of Washington, D.C., Brasserie Le Coze in Miami, FL, and Jean Louis at the Watergate, Washington , D.C. Prior to opening Pond, Chef Darouch worked with his brother, Chef Larbi Dahrouch at Taquet Restaurant in Wayne. Eventually Abde became the Executive Chef of Taquet. In 2006, Chef Dahrouch opened Pond Restaurant and Bistro Cassis. Chef Dahrouch's exemplary cuisine has been recognized by food critics such as Craig LaBan of the Inquirer who gave Pond a coveted Three Bell Excellent review. Chef Dahrouch of Pond has also received stunning reviews by Main Line Today, Philadelphia's City Paper, Chester County Town and Country and Chester County Life and Len Lear, Food Critic for the Chestnut Hill Local. Join us for an outstanding dinner demonstration. For information on Chef Dahrouch’s menu, please see our calendar of events. Reservations can be made by calling Celebrity Kitchens at 302-427-2665.

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Monday, February 23, 2009 from 6:00PM to 8:30PM - Join us for a dinner demonstration with Chef/Owner Nick DiFonzo of Jasper Restaurant. Jasper is Chester County’s newest fine dining BYOB destination. Chef/Owner Nick DiFonzo has been cooking for over 17 years in various fine dining establishments throughout the tri-county area. His creative style blends French-based training with a fusion of American creativity. The menu at Jasper changes frequently in order to pair the chef’s ideas with the best available local ingredients. Food Critic, Craig LaBan of The Philadelphia Inquirer wrote: “Owner Nick DiFonzo more than succeeds as the chef…[and] DiFonzo's cooking hit the mark.” Diners at Jasper have given the restaurant a 5-star rating on MyFoxPhilly.com writing such things as: "A fabulous meal, from beginning to end! There is no finer place in the area to dine." "Fabulous! Can't wait to go again!" "Delicious!" "I absolutely LOVE this restaurant! My boyfriend and I go every chance we get and we've never had a negative experience. Just wonderful!" "Great food, great atmosphere. Perfect for that special occasion." Information on Chef DiFonzo's menu will be posted shortly.

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For reservations or information about any of our programs, please call us: 302-427-2665.

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Celebrity Kitchens

Celebrity Kitchens ~

An Interactive Dining Experience...

A Fun Night of Fantastic Food.

Dinner and A Show Combined into One Event...

Cooking Classes at their best.

See our Calendar of Events for a list of upcoming chefs and menus.

Independence Mall, 1601 Concord Pike ~ Route 202 @ I-95 ~ Wilmington, DE 19803

Phone: (302) 427-COOK (2665) ~ Fax: (302) 427-9060 ~ www.celebritykitchens.com

       Best of Delaware                   Best Interactive Dining              Best of Delaware

2006 Finalist - Best Interactive Dining