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Chef Ron Arbour Featured as Guest Chef in Seattle Events

by Sarah on February 10, 2012

Argosy's Executive Chef Ron at FareStart Guest Chef Night

Argosy's Executive Chef Ron at FareStart Guest Chef Night

Giving back to the community through Argosy Cruises’ Chef Ron Arbour

In the past month, we have had the opportunity to donate our chef’s expertise to some great local programs.

Our Executive Chef Ron Arbour has over 30 years of culinary expertise at prominent Seattle and East Coast restaurants, and has been with Argosy for the past 11 years as Executive Chef of the Royal Argosy.  With Argosy’s recent purchase of Tillicum Village, Chef Arbour also took on restructuring the Tillicum Village menu last year. His culinary style has been described as detailed and respectful of the product.  His fine expertise also includes a commitment to supporting our local farmers and suppliers, including local wineries.

In January, Chef Ron participated in South Seattle Community College’s ‘Gifts From the Earth Gala’.  It is an auction and dinner fundraiser to support college’s programs and scholarships.  The Gala also creates an opportunity for the Hospitality program’s students to work with some of the area’s premier chefs.

Last night, Chef Ron Arbour was featured at FareStart’s Guest Chef Night.  FareStart is a culinary arts job training and placement program.  They use the fruits of that training to feed homeless and struggling families.  On Thursday evenings, they feature a guest chef.  This gives the students a chance to work with the region’s premier chefs to provide a three-course for about 200 guests.  The proceeds from ticket sales go back into supporting the program.

Here is a sampling of the menus he created for these evenings:

1st Course   -    Maine Lobster Cake, Served with Washington State Granny Apple Slaw & Apple Cider Aioli

2nd Course   -    Hawaii Ahi Tower   -   Ahi tuna, avocado, papaya salsa, wonton triangle, ginger lime sauce

3rd Course   -   East Coast Scallop   -   Seared scallop, bacon, pears, brown butter sauce

4th Course   -   Ellensburg Washington Lamp Chop   -   Herb crusted lamp chop, rosemary risotto cake, and Rainier cherry demi-glaze

5th Course   -  Banana Split Foster   -    Baked Banana in a Rum, Butter, Sugar, Specialty Ice Creams & Sauces, Whipped Cream and a Cherry on Top

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Snow Train to Leavenworth

by Sarah on November 3, 2011

Argosy Fans get $10 off the December 3rd departure.

The Snow Train climbing up into the Cascade Mountains

Here in Seattle, we can only dream of snow mounded on windowsills and picturesque panoramas of snow-covered towns. But we are glad we don’t have to scoop our cars off in the morning. And its okay if we leave the house without a hat.

 Here is an opportunity to experience all the beauty and cheer of snow without the hassle. For 15 years, local Alki Tours has been offering their Snow Train experience out to Leavenworth. Eat breakfast as you travel by rail (with onboard musicians and Santa!) through the Cascade Mountains covered in snow. The destination, Leavenworth, is decorated, snow-capped, and full of holiday lights. Carolers, bonfires, warm restaurants, sleigh rides, it’s all there to enjoy. At dusk, join the tree lighting to transform the town to an even more magical wonderland.  Then back onto the cozy train for the ride back to Seattle complete with dinner and entertainment.

 For information and tickets call Alki Tours at 206-935-6848 or AlkiTours.com.  

Mention you are a fan of Argosy Cruises and get $10 off the December 3rd departure. 

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