Cream on the Barbecue!?

Canadian Chefs say "Of Course!" 

TORONTO, June 17, 2013 /CNW/ - Three Canadian chefs are set to turn the barbeque world upside down. They are calling on all Canadians to put an unexpected ingredient on the barbeque this summer to liven up everyday grilling dishes - cream! Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC), and its partners from Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba, have teamed up with chefs Michael Allemeier of Calgary, Devan Rajkumar of Toronto and Richard Julien of Halifax to launch a series of easy and unique grilling recipes featuring cream. A versatile ingredient, cream is ideal for binding flavours and creating a luxurious texture for barbeque marinades, sauces and even grilled desserts.

"Summer is the time of year to head outside and slow down with friends and family. The art of grilling is perfect for the Canadian summer lifestyle," says chef Michael Allemeier. "This year, we're encouraging Canadians to expand their grilling repertoire by giving their food a boost with a touch of cream. It's the secret ingredient that will make their food stand out and dazzle guests!"

Each chef developed two new recipes and tips and tricks for how to add flavour and texture to grilled dishes, all found at www.AnyDayMagic.ca.  The website was designed by DFC and its partners to help busy Canadians put well-balanced, easy and delicious any day meals on the table.

"Cream combines flavours so beautifully," says chef Devan Rajkumar.  "So much so, with cream as an inspiration, we found it easy to dream up everyday appetizers, side dishes and even a grilled dessert."

Their recipes, featured on www.AnyDayMagic.ca, include:

• Herb and Spice Marinated BBQ Chicken Drumettes - Chef Richard Julien
• Smoked Pork Tenderloin, Basil and Creamy Fontina Peppery Cheese Sauce - Chef Richard Julien
• Creamy "Tandoori" Style Prawns - Chef Michael Allemeier
• Grilled Peach Trifle with Lemon Buttermilk Cake - Chef Michael Allemeier
• Pink Peppercorn Crusted BBQ Steak with Creamy Cambozola Cheese Sauce - Chef Devan Rajkumar
• Creamy BBQ Potato Salad with Crispy Red Onions - Chef Devan Rajkumar

In addition to these delicious recipes on www.AnyDayMagic.ca, you will discover many more any day meal ideas using 5% to 36% cream, plus recipes from Canada's top food bloggers participating in The Great Cream Challenge. The bloggers are developing monthly recipes combining cream and seasonal ingredients, which fans can vote on for a chance to win monthly prizes.

"Cream is a fridge essential for summer meals on the grill," says chef Richard Julien. "Grilling with cream is simple and takes your favourite barbecue recipes to the next level."

About the Chefs
Chef Michael Allemeier is a Certified Chef de Cuisine (CCC), Canada's highest professional culinary accreditation designation, and is a member of the international food and wine organization La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs. Currently, he is mentoring the new generation of cooks at SAIT (Southern Alberta Institute of Technology).

Chef Devan Rajkumar is the executive chef at Bosch, Thermador and Gaggenau, Canada, and is branding chef for the critically acclaimed catering company, The Food Dudes. His passion for food and culinary matters come through in his work both as a chef, culinary instructor and high-end caterer.

Chef Richard Julien is the go-to chef in the Maritimes for culinary entertainment experiences. He is the founding member and owner of Chef LIVE! a Halifax based catering and culinary entertainment company in which he and his staff perform food network style cooking shows in the comfort of guest's homes. In addition to the home chef program, Chef Live offers custom catering for high end event, as well as recipe development and trade show performances to corporate clients.

About Dairy Farmers of Canada
Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) strives to create favourable conditions for the Canadian dairy industry, today and in the future.  DFC promotes quality Canadian dairy products made from 100% Canadian milk as part of a healthy balanced diet.

About Alberta Milk
Alberta Milk is a non-profit organization that represents the province's dairy producers in policies and transportation, marketing and education, research and administration. Our vision is to grow a vital, sustainable and prosperous dairy industry.

About Sask Milk
Sask Milk, proudly representing Saskatchewan dairy producers, creates and maintains progressive policies, programs and services that support the production and marketing of safe and healthy milk and milk products for consumers.

About Dairy Farmers of Manitoba
Dairy Farmers of Manitoba is committed to producing milk according to the highest standards of quality and is totally financed by are represents all dairy farmers in the province.

SOURCE: Dairy Farmers of Canada (Marketing)

For further information:

Beatrice Bastedo / Fiona Robinson
Merkato Communications
416-915-4408 ext. 103 / ext. 102
beatrice@merkato.ca / fiona@merkato.ca