"We still do things the old fashioned way, which gives our meats the old fashioned flavor",
said David Ruff, CEO, Petit Jean Meats. "We don’t use anything but the best quality meats
and the best quality ingredients. So if you’re looking for a great hot dog, a great ham,
a great smoked sausage with great flavor, we have it all".
Visit the Petit Jean Meats Chef's Kitchen - Two days of fun Cooking on Stage!
Chef Jason Knapp will be conducting mouth watering
cooking demonstrations featuring Petit Jean Meats –
Join us at the Stage to learn some new ways to prepare these favorite classic ingredients.
Meet Jason at the Petit Jean Meats Chef's Kitchen Stage, or visit the Petit Jean Meats booth #514 to sample some of these award-winning Petit Jean Meats!
Recipies on stage
Jason Knapp - Petit Jean Meats
A Tri Tip Throwdown sponsored
by the Arkansas Beef Council
Chef Jody Casher vs Chef James Thomas
The Arkansas Beef Council Celebrity Chef Cook-off takes off on Sunday at 3pm – It will be a kitchen clash between two great local chefs; Chef James Thomas (JT) of Fianna Hills Country Club will go up against noted Chef Jody Casher of The Movie Lounge.
The Tri-Tip Steak is a steak built for grilling! It has become increasingly popular because of the superior flavor. The tri-tip is an excellent steak for several reasons. First it is far less expensive than other equally flavorful steaks (i.e. Ribeye). The tri-tip is full of flavor because of excellent marbling and very tender if cooked to a medium temperature (145-150 degrees F).
Come join the fun and cheer on your favorite as they prepare Tri-Tip Steak for our panel of Judges!
Judges:
We have four outstanding judges: Donette Spann with the Arkansas Beef Council; Jamie Dunn, Culinary Specialist with The Taste of Home, Chef Mary Acton from The Brewery and Kristan Roland Publisher of Confessions of Cookbook Queen.
AND NOW LET’S GET COOKIN’
CHEF JODY CASHER FROM THE MOVIE LOUNGE
Chef Jody Casher is a classically trained chef. He started his career in San Diego and since his arrival in Fort Smith has been the Executive Chef at Old Greenladds, the Rib Eye Steakhouse and UAFS. Jody also worked with Ovations Food Service opening restaurants and handling all facets of casino expansion. He is now using his talents to make the Movie Lounge a top restaurant where you will experience fine dining without the attitude, locally inspired food and classics with a modern twist. Jody has a farm to table philosophy and strong love for the community. He cooks with a passion and emphasis on bold flavors.
CHEF JAMES THOMAS (J.T.) FROM FIANNA HILLS COUNTRY CLUB
J.T’s philosophy is simple, good food ain’t cheap and cheap food ain’t good. J.T grew up in Little Rock where he started cooking at Cajun’s Wharf under Buzz Wyman, a graduate from Hyde Park Institute and then relocated to Dallas where he was executive sous chef at Baby Doe’s Matchless Mine. During his tenure in Dallas he worked for Hackberry Creek Country Club under the notable Dan Drayer. J.T. has been at Fianna Hills Country Club for 10 over years and has been greatly rewarded by watching families grow and at times by feeling part of their family as well. JT’s passion comes from working under great chefs that were creative and considered the staff, customer and product as a whole.
Donette Spann of the Arkansas Beef Council
will be busy grilling up some Arkansas Beef to promote and educate consumers regarding the benefits and enjoyment of
purchasing, preparing, cooking and eating Beef!
Stop by Booth #469 to sample the delicious beef and meet Donette.
Donette Spann - Arkansas Beef Council
Looking to stand out among the competition and increase your visibility at the Women's Living Expo?
Call us at 203-259-3351 to discuss the Sponsorship Opportunities available.
Tickets available at our Box Office on Expo Days!
Online Tickets
$7 Admission ($5 w/coupon)
Kids 8 & under are free, Free Parking!
Fort Smith Convention Center
800 Rogers Ave.
Fort Smith, AR
Directions
October 10-11, 2015
Saturday 10am to 6pm
Sunday 11am to 5pm