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
