I had the pleasure, and the honor of spending a lot of time with Chef Pitz at the recent Florida Restaurant Show in Orlando Florida, and wow, did I learn much not only about him and the American Culinary Federation, but also about La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs. Being the publisher of a foodservice magazine, I have the opportunity to meet many people who are very accomplished and distinguished, this gentleman is certainly one of them. ACF Leadership: Served as National President of the ACF and was inducted into the ACF Hall of Fame. International Roles: Holds significant positions with La Confrérie de la Chaîne des Rôtisseurs (the world's oldest gastronomic society) and is an International Ambassador for Turkish Tastes. From Disney to Hall of Fame: The Culinary Journey of Chef Reimund Pitz Chef Reimund Pitz is a renowned German-American chef, restaurateur (owner of Orlando's Le Coq Au Vin), and a highly decorated figure in the American Culinary Federation (ACF), known for his leadership, international roles with the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, and distinguished career including executive chef roles at Walt Disney World. He's recognized for culinary excellence, mentorship, and promoting global gastronomy, serving as an ambassador for Turkish Tastes and receiving honors like induction into the ACF Hall of Fame. Disney Career: Started with Disney World in 1976, becoming the youngest Executive Chef at Disney- MGM Studios in 1988. Key Highlights Le Coq Au Vin: Opened his acclaimed restaurant in Orlando in 2007, a staple for French cuisine.
Awards & Recognition: Earned multiple Gold Medals at the Culinary Olympics and was recognized by French President Macron. TV Appearances: Featured on Great Chefs of the South and other culinary programs.
Eddie Daniels Publisher Hospitality News
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