The newest edition of the Sullivan Lexington Herald is here (link). Check out all the latest news, including articles about:

• Valeria Cummings-Swope from WKYT 
• Tina Williams and her big honor 
• The Burger Queen 
• And more!

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Chris And Jonathan Boggs took some words of advice that they received at Sullivan to heart when they opened their restaurant "The Coal Miners Cafe and Market." Chef/Instructor Danielle Demare said, "Dont ever forget where your roots are from. Don't forget what you have learned in your Mother's and Grandmother's Kitchen."

They used what they learned and brought it back home to Clospint, KY to open the "The Coal Miners Cafe." They have also opened a second location in Harlan.

Check out their Web site and stop in for a visit if you're out their way. You won't regret it.

UPDATE: The Coal Miners Cafe has been written up in the Harlan Daily Enterprise.

My Food Service News has a great article on Jeff Meenach, who after trying traditional college and working for Ford Motor Company, came to Sullivan University in Kentucky and from there has gone on to a spot in Louisville, Kentucky’s legendary Jack Fry’s kitchen.

[Read the article]

Shawn P. Davisson, a 2004 graduate of Sullivan's MBA program has gone onto big success in the legal field. After attending law school at Ohio State University, Davisson clerked for the Honorable David L. Bunning, United States District Court Judge for the Eastern District of Kentucky and he is now an associate in the Washington office of Steptoe & Johnson LLP.

Shawn is associate and member of their litigation department. He focuses primarily on white-collar criminal defense matters, securities litigation, government investigations, and foreign corrupt practices (FCPA). Mr. Davisson has worked on cases involving the Department of Justice, the SEC, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and other state and federal authorities.

Steptoe & Johnson LLP has more than 60 years of practice, and has gained a national and international reputation for vigorous representation of clients before governmental agencies, successful advocacy in litigation and arbitration, and creative and practical advice in guiding business transactions. The firm has offices throughout the nation and the world.

Rob Comings and his wife Jennifer, a Kentucky native, own the only Mexican restaurant in Sydney, Australia. They're not just a unique restaurant however, they are award-winners too.

In a recent competitions against the top chefs in Sydney, Rob walked away with $20,000 and $5,000 to make over his restaurant.

Check out the photos of Rob, his wife, and some faces you might recognize.

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According to Kentucky Monthly, Sullivan University is the place to be for future Kentucky chefs. Check out the article. (pdf)

Be sure to check out the list of reunions and events posted to the left in "Upcoming Events".  If you are a planner of a future event, be sure to read "Event planning information / add an event" for tips and information to make your event a success.

In the Summer 09 issue of Sizzle, the quarterly magazine for the American Culinary Federation, Sullivan University's own Derek Spendlove offers advice to young culinarians such "soak up the eudcation and professional opportunities" and "Keep an open mind to new concepts and trends."

Becky Woehrle offers instructions for making Pâte à Choux Swans, the visually appealing dessert that looks great on a buffet or dessert plate.

Chefs Joelle Upton and Eleni Vavouris are profiled in a recent newsaper article. Read the story or view a pdf of the story

After a career of working in some of America's top restaurants, Tim has come home and is working at the Salvation Army cooking for up to 400 homeless people a day and leading the Salvation Army Culinary Training program.  A program which empowers aspiring chefs with the skills they need to make a new start and improve their lives. Chef Tucker credits John Castro, Sullivan University faculty member, executive chef of Winston’s and one of his culinary mentors, for motivating him to help others develop their creative skills.

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