Taste of Markon: the first decade
In the Salinas Valley, the light hits differently. Maybe it’s the way it glances off rows of strawberries and artichokes or the way it settles into the dusty horizon at […]
EJ Jimenez
A Sunday brunch worth remembering
You don’t expect to see a herd of elk right before brunch. You expect mimosa-sipping influencers and eggs that might as well have been cooked last week. But this is […]
Taste of Markon Approaches 10 Years, Continues to Evolve
Markon Cooperative, a leader in the fresh produce industry, has long been recognized for its dedication to providing high-quality, farm-to-table fruits and vegetables to food service operations across North America. […]
Chef EJ Jimenez receives Produce Excellence in Foodservice award
Like Noma’s chef René Redzepi, Drummond Culinary Academy executive chef and instructor EJ Jimenez likes to start his weeks in the garden. But Jimenez isn’t searching for inspiration to craft […]
Rancho Cielo’s Drummond Culinary Academy Class of 2024
The Friday, June 7 Drummond Culinary Academy graduation ceremony was packed with memorable moments. Speeches from DCA Founder Bert Cutino and Salinas Mayor Kimbley Craig and scholarships and awards presented […]
Chef EJ Jimenez to Receive International Honor
Before coming to Rancho Cielo, EJ Jimenez was the Corporate Chef de Cuisine for Aqua Terra Culinary, Executive Sous Chef at Ventana Inn and Spa in Big Sur and Chef […]
