Get to know the masterminds behind the meals from some of our favorite restaurants in our Meet the Chef feature.  Learn a little more about their culinary experiences and also their favorite tasty delights …

 

Chef Hernandez  –  Egg Plantation

24415 Walnut Street, Newhall – 661-255-8222
www.eggplantation.com
Chef Anibal Hernandez has been at Egg Plantation as the kitchen manager for over 10 years.  Every morning, you can find Anibal breaking over 2,000 farm fresh eggs.  He has had 20 years of restaurant experience all over the SCV.  He is passionate about serving up Santa Clarita’s favorite breakfast.
Susanne’s Chilequilas: Corn tortillas scrambled with three eggs topped with feta cheese, fresh cilantro, chopped red and green onions, served with a side of fresh avocado, sliced tomatoes and homemade salsa.

 

Meet the chef 2Chef/Owner Lee –
Lee’s Wine Bistro

24510 Town Center Drive, Suite 310, Valencia 661-259-7754
www.leeswinebistro.com

So you thought Lee’s Wine Bistro was all about the wine?  Not so, Lee’s food menu will amaze you with reasonably priced delicious rib eye steaks, (pictured above) almond crusted salmon, or delicious pork chops served with garlic mashed potatoes and vegetables .  If you are in the mood for appetizers try their ceviche or gourmet cheese platter.  With one of the best wine choices in town complete your meal with a glass of recommended by Lee.

 

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Chef Victor Davidson – Larsen’s Steakhouse

23420 Town Center Dr, Suite130, Valencia
661-288-1002  – www.larsenssteakhouse.com

Chef Victor began his career in cooking 29 years ago at the age of 14 and has been cooking ever since. His inspiration, passion and love for cooking comes from his mother Dorothy and grandfather, William.  Chef Victor’s favorite dish at Larsen’s Steakhouse is the Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes and the Rib-eye Steak.  “The quality, flavor, marbling and tenderness are far superior than I have tasted before. “

 

 

Meet the chef 4Chef Juan – Le Chene French Cuisine
12625 Sierra Hwy, Agua Dulce
661-251-4315
http://www.lechene.com

Owner and chef, Juan Alonso, brings richness to his cooking that keeps his customers coming back for more, year after year.  Raised in the heart of France, Juan brings a wealth of culinary experience to the plate.  His favorite dish, Osso Buco, is a Milanese specialty of cross-cut veal shanks braised with vegetables white wine, grated lemon peels, thyme, sage, onions and garlic and beef broth.

 

Meet the chef 5Chef Acevedo – Margarita’s Mexican Grill
23320 Valencia Blvd, Valencia – 661-255-1136 • www.margaritas-mexicangrill.com

Maria Acevedo is the owner/chef. She was Born in Baja California and having traveled throughout all of Mexico, Maria has never returned empty handed.  She has a natural born talent in discovering unique dishes from each region of the country and the flair to make them her own.
Mole Poblano: Called the national dish of Mexico, what makes the flavorful mole unique is that it has more than 20 spices including chocolate.  Combined with the tender pieces of chicken topped with almonds make the mole a mouth-watering dish.  Served with sautéed vegetables, rice and tortillas on the side makes the perfect combination.

 

Meet the chef 6Chef Delgado – Mimi’s Café
24201 W. Magic Mountain Pkwy, Valencia – 661-255-5520 • www.mimiscafe.com

Chef Joe Delgado has been with Mimi’s Café for 26 years and opened 41 of our restaurants.  You will never see him in his kitchen without a smile!
Chicken Madeira Crepes: Artisan crepes filled with roasted chicken, artichokes, sundried tomatoes and Swiss cheese in a rich mushroom Madeira sauce served with balsamic baby greens.

 

 

 

 

 

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Chef Pung – New Moon
28281 Newhall Ranch Road, Valencia – 661-257-4321 • www.newmoonrestaurants.com
Chef Pung has over 25 years of experience, commanding kitchens in Hong Kong, New York, Las Vegas and Los Angeles.
Shelby’s Sweet and Spicy Chicken: delicately sliced chicken breast with florets of broccoli in a sauce punctuated with bold notes of spice, sweetness and a hint of lemongrass.

 

 

 

Meet the chef 8Chef Will Brunk – Newhall Refinery
24258 Main Street, Newhall – 661-388-4477 • www.newhallrefinery.com

Chef Will Brunk is a passionate cook who is inspired by local seasonality and sustainability. Chef Will Brunk comes from San Francisco and uses traditional flavor profiles while adding a modern day twist to his meals.
A favorite dish, the Seared Halibut, Corn Maque Choux, Pickled Red Onion Salad.  The California Halibut is pan seared, traditional corn maque choux, which is made up of holy trinity, bacon, tomatoes, thyme, garlic, cream topped with a fresh, crispy pickled red onion salad.

 

 

Meet the chef 9Chef Syra – Persia Restaurant
27600 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita
661-513-0077 • www.persia-restaurant.com

Chef Syra is committed to bringing you award winning Middle Eastern food, rich in color and flavor, serving customers a variety of Kabobs, fresh vegetables, beans, rice and more. Her favorite dish, The Salmon Kabob, is a freshly marinated salmon grilled with a hint of olive oil, lemon juice spice and barbecued tomato, served with saffron steamed basmati rice.

 

Meet the chef 10Chef Efren Gonzalez – Robinson Ranch Golf
27734 Sand Canyon Road, Santa Clarita
661-252-8484 – www.robinsonranchgolf.com

Chef Efren Gonzalez has been serving up dishes at Robinson Ranch for nine years.  Simple big flavor, fresh ingredients and cooking technique are the keys to a great dish for Efren.
Brown Sugar Pork Chop: Pan roasted, all natural pork chop with garlic mashed potatoes and brown butter, brussels sprouts and finished with a fig and maple syrup.

 

 

 

 

Meet the chef 11Chef Arturo – Stonefire Grill
23300 Cinema Drive, Valencia – 661-799-8282 • www.stonefiregrill.com

Chef Arturo is one of the many very talented chefs that prepare the food at Stonefire Grill in order to make sure each and every customer leaves the place satisfied.
Margherita Pizza and Salad Promo
10” Margherita Pizza that we have all come to know and love combined with a choice on an individual Garden, Caesar, Cartwheel or Greek salad.

 

Meet the chef 12Chef Otto – Oaks Grille @ Tournament Players Club
26550 Heritage View Lane, Valencia – 661-288-1995 • www.tpcvalencia.com

Chef Daniel Otto has been leading the culinary team at the Tournament Players Club, Valencia since 2006. Originally from Honolulu, Hawaii, his passion for cooking took him all over the country learning different cuisines and techniques.
Chef Otto shares his talents with students in the community as a faculty member of the Culinary Arts Department at the College of the Canyons.  His favorite dish for the summer is the Pan Seared Chilean sea bass atop carrot risotto, splashed with a strawberry balsamic, broccolini and topped with golden raisins and pine nuts