FSR July 2023

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FSR July2023 No. 115

CHEF JEREMY FORD FEATURES A ROTATING TASTING MENU FORMAT AT STUBBORN SEED, WHILE HIS PASTRY CHEF BELLA PINELLI SERVES UP ELEVATED DESSERTS LIKE THIS PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE CANDY BAR.

30 Inside Jeremy Ford’s Flavor-Filled Journey e ‘Top Chef’ Season 13 winner took an unusual journey to becom ing an independent restaurateur and opening Stubborn Seed, which is now earning Michelin stars and hearts in Miami. 34 Top 50 From intimate family-owned gems to chef-driven destinations, these 50 indie eateries showcase the range of culinary excellence found across America’s dining landscape. CHEFS & INGREDIENTS 15 Inside Illinois’ Female Led Scratchboard Kitchen Chef Grace Goudie has paved her own culinary path, from crafting recipes in home economics class at 12 years old to opening up a restau rant in the suburbs of Chicago. 20 Late Night Done Right Streamlined menus are key to creating a winning after-hours pro gram, according to leaders at Big Whiskey’s and Norms Restaurants. LIQUID INTELLIGENCE 26 Distilled Spirits Soar High-quality spirits boost restau rant bottom lines as cost-conscious customers sip better value, avor, and freshness for their buck. Independent Restaurants

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