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Costa Mesa, CA (December, 2008) - Beginning December 15, three Macy's Culinary Council chefs will come together for the first time at the new Signature Kitchen restaurant in the South Coast Plaza Home Store. Located on the first level, CCQ: Cat Cora's 'Que, Marcus Samuelsson's Marc Burger and Nancy Silverton's La Brea Bakery will create a one-of-a-kind dining experience for consumers by offering a dynamic blend of styles and flavors from these nationally acclaimed chefs in one convenient location.
"While each of us comes from a different orientation, our culinary styles have such synergy," explains Cat Cora of CCQ. "At Signature Kitchen we're showcasing our own unique interpretations of American classics - at CCQ, I've put a global spin on traditional Southern BBQ. The smoking techniques are time-honored but the flavors are fresh and new."
Cat Cora Takes BBQ Around the World
Cat Cora takes diners to far flung destinations at CCQ - by infusing classic barbeque with flavors from around the world. Tomato-based Asian Hoisin and Green Gaucho Chile Sauce make all-natural pulled pork and "slow and low" beef brisket mouthwatering standouts. For the true barbeque aficionado, add Pork and Beef Brisket "Burnt Ends" ($4.75) for the ultimate CCQ experience. Sides of pit beans, crisp slaw and a mop-worthy Cheddar & Scallion or Blue Corn & Jalapeno Madeleine complete the CCQ Platter ($11.95). Wash it all down with a Frosty Draft Root Beer ($2.50).
Marc Burger Reinvents the Iconic American Favorite
At Marc Burger, Marcus Samuelsson offers his eclectic take on the quintessential American meal, but with a decided twist - Cumin Infused Turkey Burgers ($7.95), Citrus-Glazed Mahi Mahi Fish Sandwiches ($10.95) and classic Grassfed Black Angus Beef patties topped with Lettuce, Tomato, Housemade Pickles and White Cheddar ($8.50) all vie for the top spot. Or live it up with Marc Burger's Signature Big Burger - Prime Beef Burger Topped with Housemade Steak Sauce ($10.95) and a Fried Egg ($11.95) - it is sure to satisfy even the biggest burger craving. Seasoned Garlic, Cracked Pepper French Fries ($1.95) and a creamy Classic Vanilla Frozen Custard Milkshake ($2.95) complete an ideal meal.
Nancy Silverton Lends Italian Flair to her California Style at La Brea Bakery
Nancy Silverton combines the rustic flavors of Italy and the clean, fresh tastes of California at La Brea Bakery. The classic Chicken Salad Sandwich is updated with Radicchio, Kalamata Olives, Roasted Garlic and a Whole Grain Mustard Vinaigrette ($8.50) and Turkey Proscuitto Panini features Marinated Bitter Greens, Fresh Sage and Provolone Cheese on Country White Sourdough ($9.95). Served with a fresh house salad or a daily featured soup, Silverton delivers the impeccable flavor combinations she's made famous.
"We are thrilled to be the first store to offer Signature Kitchen to our customers and welcome such esteemed chefs to Macy's South Coast Plaza, said Sue Graham, Vice President and Store Manager, Macy's South Coast Plaza. "Signature Kitchen provides aspirational cuisine in an accessible way and demonstrates our commitment to making Macy's the ultimate dining and retail destination".
Dining at Macy's
Macy's has been reinterpreting and reenergizing the casual dining experience with their "fresh food fast" quick service, celebrity chef restaurants across the country. At the forefront of culinary innovations since its inception, Macy's has launched several successful in-store restaurants nationwide including Frontera, Noodles by Takashi and Nancy Silverton's La Brea. With the addition of Marc Burger, CCQ, Figs and Wolfgang Puck's Bistro, Macy's reinforces its commitment to making the haute cuisine styles of some of America's premier chefs not only easily accessible, but fast and fun.
Cat Cora
Cat made television history in 2005 on the Food Network's Iron Chef America as the first and only female Iron Chef. In November 2006, Bon Appétit bestowed her with its Teacher of the Year Award and named her executive chef of the magazine. Cat has also co-hosted the Food Network show Kitchen Accomplished, and was one of the featured hosts on Fine Living's Simplify Your Life. Her cookbooks include Cat Cora's Kitchen and Cooking from the Hip. On the humanitarian front, Cat is president and founder of Chefs for Humanity, which was developed in response to the 2004 Asian tsunami tragedy. She got the education of her dreams at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York, on the advice of her famous mentor, Julia Child.
Marcus Samuelsson
Marcus is chef and co-owner of Restaurant Aquavit and Riingo. At the age of thirty-six, Marcus has garnered more accolades than most chefs receive in a lifetime. He was the youngest chef ever to receive a three-star review in the New York Times from Ruth Reichl in 1995. In 2001, Aquavit was again awarded three stars from restaurant critic William Grimes. Marcus received the great honor of Best Chef: New York City from the James Beard Foundation in 2003, and in 1999 the James Beard Foundation named him best Rising Star Chef. At age twenty-nine, he was individually recognized in the annual Crain's New York Business 40 Under 40 and was celebrated as one of the Great Chefs of America by the Culinary Institute of America. Marcus's show, Inner Chef, debuted on the Discovery Channel in 2005. His cookbook, The Soul of a New Cuisine, was named Best International Cookbook by the James Beard Foundation in 2007.
Nancy Silverton
Nancy is an award-winning pastry chef, founder of La Brea Bakery, and co-owner of Mozza in Los Angeles. Her cookbooks, Nancy Silverton's Desserts from the La Brea Bakery and Nancy Silverton's Breads from the La Brea Bakery, were nominated for an International Association of Culinary Professionals' Julia Child award and a James Beard Foundation award, respectively. In 2007, she published A Twist of the Wrist: Flavorful Meals with Ingredients from Jars, Cans, Bags, and Boxes.
Macy's Culinary Council
The Culinary Council includes masters Govind Armstrong, Rick Bayless, Elizabeth Brown, Cat Cora, Tom Douglas, Todd English, Tyler Florence, Gale Gand, Dave Lieberman, Wolfgang Puck, Andrea Robinson, Marcus Samuelsson, Nancy Silverton, Tim Scott, Ming Tsai and Takashi Yagihashi. Customers can access the Macy's Culinary Council online by visiting www.macys.com/culinarycouncil for the latest recipes, tips and events.
About Macy's
Macy's, the largest retail brand of Macy's, Inc., delivers fashion and affordable luxury to customers at more than 800 locations in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and Guam. Offering distinctive assortments including exclusive fashion and home brands, Macy's stores are operated by four regionally based retail divisions - Macy's East, Macy's Florida, Macy's Central and Macy's West - and an online store at www.macys.com.
Macy's Signature Kitchen Brings Star Chefs to Costa Mesa
Macy's Culinary Council Chefs Cat Cora, Marcus Samuelsson and Nancy Silverton serve up their signature fare at a new restaurant in the South Coast Plaza Home StoreCosta Mesa, CA (December, 2008) - Beginning December 15, three Macy's Culinary Council chefs will come together for the first time at the new Signature Kitchen restaurant in the South Coast Plaza Home Store. Located on the first level, CCQ: Cat Cora's 'Que, Marcus Samuelsson's Marc Burger and Nancy Silverton's La Brea Bakery will create a one-of-a-kind dining experience for consumers by offering a dynamic blend of styles and flavors from these nationally acclaimed chefs in one convenient location.
"While each of us comes from a different orientation, our culinary styles have such synergy," explains Cat Cora of CCQ. "At Signature Kitchen we're showcasing our own unique interpretations of American classics - at CCQ, I've put a global spin on traditional Southern BBQ. The smoking techniques are time-honored but the flavors are fresh and new."
Cat Cora Takes BBQ Around the World
Cat Cora takes diners to far flung destinations at CCQ - by infusing classic barbeque with flavors from around the world. Tomato-based Asian Hoisin and Green Gaucho Chile Sauce make all-natural pulled pork and "slow and low" beef brisket mouthwatering standouts. For the true barbeque aficionado, add Pork and Beef Brisket "Burnt Ends" ($4.75) for the ultimate CCQ experience. Sides of pit beans, crisp slaw and a mop-worthy Cheddar & Scallion or Blue Corn & Jalapeno Madeleine complete the CCQ Platter ($11.95). Wash it all down with a Frosty Draft Root Beer ($2.50).
Marc Burger Reinvents the Iconic American Favorite
At Marc Burger, Marcus Samuelsson offers his eclectic take on the quintessential American meal, but with a decided twist - Cumin Infused Turkey Burgers ($7.95), Citrus-Glazed Mahi Mahi Fish Sandwiches ($10.95) and classic Grassfed Black Angus Beef patties topped with Lettuce, Tomato, Housemade Pickles and White Cheddar ($8.50) all vie for the top spot. Or live it up with Marc Burger's Signature Big Burger - Prime Beef Burger Topped with Housemade Steak Sauce ($10.95) and a Fried Egg ($11.95) - it is sure to satisfy even the biggest burger craving. Seasoned Garlic, Cracked Pepper French Fries ($1.95) and a creamy Classic Vanilla Frozen Custard Milkshake ($2.95) complete an ideal meal.
Nancy Silverton Lends Italian Flair to her California Style at La Brea Bakery
Nancy Silverton combines the rustic flavors of Italy and the clean, fresh tastes of California at La Brea Bakery. The classic Chicken Salad Sandwich is updated with Radicchio, Kalamata Olives, Roasted Garlic and a Whole Grain Mustard Vinaigrette ($8.50) and Turkey Proscuitto Panini features Marinated Bitter Greens, Fresh Sage and Provolone Cheese on Country White Sourdough ($9.95). Served with a fresh house salad or a daily featured soup, Silverton delivers the impeccable flavor combinations she's made famous.
"We are thrilled to be the first store to offer Signature Kitchen to our customers and welcome such esteemed chefs to Macy's South Coast Plaza, said Sue Graham, Vice President and Store Manager, Macy's South Coast Plaza. "Signature Kitchen provides aspirational cuisine in an accessible way and demonstrates our commitment to making Macy's the ultimate dining and retail destination".
Dining at Macy's
Macy's has been reinterpreting and reenergizing the casual dining experience with their "fresh food fast" quick service, celebrity chef restaurants across the country. At the forefront of culinary innovations since its inception, Macy's has launched several successful in-store restaurants nationwide including Frontera, Noodles by Takashi and Nancy Silverton's La Brea. With the addition of Marc Burger, CCQ, Figs and Wolfgang Puck's Bistro, Macy's reinforces its commitment to making the haute cuisine styles of some of America's premier chefs not only easily accessible, but fast and fun.
Cat Cora
Cat made television history in 2005 on the Food Network's Iron Chef America as the first and only female Iron Chef. In November 2006, Bon Appétit bestowed her with its Teacher of the Year Award and named her executive chef of the magazine. Cat has also co-hosted the Food Network show Kitchen Accomplished, and was one of the featured hosts on Fine Living's Simplify Your Life. Her cookbooks include Cat Cora's Kitchen and Cooking from the Hip. On the humanitarian front, Cat is president and founder of Chefs for Humanity, which was developed in response to the 2004 Asian tsunami tragedy. She got the education of her dreams at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York, on the advice of her famous mentor, Julia Child.
Marcus Samuelsson
Marcus is chef and co-owner of Restaurant Aquavit and Riingo. At the age of thirty-six, Marcus has garnered more accolades than most chefs receive in a lifetime. He was the youngest chef ever to receive a three-star review in the New York Times from Ruth Reichl in 1995. In 2001, Aquavit was again awarded three stars from restaurant critic William Grimes. Marcus received the great honor of Best Chef: New York City from the James Beard Foundation in 2003, and in 1999 the James Beard Foundation named him best Rising Star Chef. At age twenty-nine, he was individually recognized in the annual Crain's New York Business 40 Under 40 and was celebrated as one of the Great Chefs of America by the Culinary Institute of America. Marcus's show, Inner Chef, debuted on the Discovery Channel in 2005. His cookbook, The Soul of a New Cuisine, was named Best International Cookbook by the James Beard Foundation in 2007.
Nancy Silverton
Nancy is an award-winning pastry chef, founder of La Brea Bakery, and co-owner of Mozza in Los Angeles. Her cookbooks, Nancy Silverton's Desserts from the La Brea Bakery and Nancy Silverton's Breads from the La Brea Bakery, were nominated for an International Association of Culinary Professionals' Julia Child award and a James Beard Foundation award, respectively. In 2007, she published A Twist of the Wrist: Flavorful Meals with Ingredients from Jars, Cans, Bags, and Boxes.
Macy's Culinary Council
The Culinary Council includes masters Govind Armstrong, Rick Bayless, Elizabeth Brown, Cat Cora, Tom Douglas, Todd English, Tyler Florence, Gale Gand, Dave Lieberman, Wolfgang Puck, Andrea Robinson, Marcus Samuelsson, Nancy Silverton, Tim Scott, Ming Tsai and Takashi Yagihashi. Customers can access the Macy's Culinary Council online by visiting www.macys.com/culinarycouncil for the latest recipes, tips and events.
About Macy's
Macy's, the largest retail brand of Macy's, Inc., delivers fashion and affordable luxury to customers at more than 800 locations in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and Guam. Offering distinctive assortments including exclusive fashion and home brands, Macy's stores are operated by four regionally based retail divisions - Macy's East, Macy's Florida, Macy's Central and Macy's West - and an online store at www.macys.com.