Celebrity Chefs

Celebrity Chefs

We brought together world-renowned chefs to share their most innovative uses of California Raisins.

You'll find a series of regional chefs from Aspen to San Francisco, Las Vegas and New York and elsewhere, each providing their own distinctive recipes combining the best of fresh, local ingredients.

Noé Restaurants




 

Chef Robert Gadsby

Noé Restaurants, Los Angeles/Houston. Concept Chef, Omni Hotels

Robert Gadsby's Featured Recipes

California Raisin Tomato and Onion Seed Chutney
Typical East Indian flavors and California raisins for a vegetable side dish or a dipper for flat breads.

Potato and Almond Milk Soup with California Raisins and Pumpkin Seeds
Vitamin rich almond oil flavors this potato soup topped with raisins and pumpkin seeds.

Seared Foie Gras with California Raisin and Mixed Fruit Chutney
California raisin and fruit chutney spice up a first course.

Seared Sea Scallops with Mushroom Raisin Goulash
Hungarian vegetable goulash tops sea scallops.





Omni Hotels




 

Chef Geoff Southwick

CNN Center, Atlanta

Geoff Southwick's Featured Recipes

Sautéed Lamb T-Bones with Fresh Thyme and Creamy Raisin Grits
Creamy grits with raisins and spinach combine with lamb T-bones and mint sauce.

Pecan Thumbprint Cookies with California Golden Raisin-Dried Cherry Marmalade
Put two of these filled cookies together with rum-raisin ice cream for dessert.

Asiago-Goat Cheese Tartlet with Golden Raisins and Cranberries
First course or dessert. It's perfect any time!

Baked Peaches with Golden Raisins
A quick to make, light dessert to serve often.

Golden Raisin Peach Tart
Free-form tarts filled with golden peaches and California raisins.

Golden Raisin-Granny Smith Apple Chow Chow
A sweet spicy apple-raisin condiment for pork, ham and other meats.






 

Chef Anthony Spizale

Royal Orleans, New Orleans

Anthony Spizale's Featured Recipes

Baked Brie with California Raisins and Port Wine in Puff Pastry
Make ahead to star at the party.

California Raisin Beignets with Crème Anglaise
Easy to make tasty raisin fritters.

New Orleans-style Meat Loaf with California Raisins and Creole Mustard
California raisins add unbelievable flavors to this Creole favorite.






 

Chef John Geschrei

Ambassador East, Chicago

John Geschrei's Featured Recipes

Roast Tenderloin of Beef with Fennel-Raisin Gnocchi, Wilted Watercress, California Raisin Caponata and Syrah Butter
California Raisin caponata and fennel gnocchi transform beef tenderloin.

Wild Striped Sea Bass Roasted with Fennel, Sweet Onion, Heirloom Tomatoes and California Golden Raisins
The delicate flavor of fennel makes sea bass very interesting.






 

Chef Jacky Francois

William Penn, Pittsburgh

Jacky Francois's Featured Recipes

Harvest Butternut Squash Soup with California Golden Raisin Crostini
Golden raisins sweeten this golden bisque.

Matelote of Monkfish, California Raisin Roulade and Celeriac Mousseline
Marinated raisins and monkfish served with celeriac and purée of beet make an interesting dinner.






 

Chef Michael Jackson

Mandalay, Dallas

Michael Jackson's Featured Recipes

Citrus-scented Quinoa and California Raisin Salad with Toasted Almonds, Plum Tomatoes, Mixed Greens and Balsamic Syrup
Fun to make, fun to look at, fun to eat, and good for you, too.

California Raisin Espresso Lava Cake
Chocolate and espresso - heaven in a cake with California raisins.

California Raisin and Granny Smith Apple Beignets
Southern-style fried puffs filled with apples and raisins.

Tortilla-encrusted Chicken with California Golden Raisin, Chorizo Sausage, Roasted Pepper and Pecan Filling served with Mole Sauce
Golden raisins, pecans, chorizo and mole for a Tex-Mex chicken with tricolor tortilla crust.

Semolina Crusted Alaskan Salmon, California Raisin "Ratatouille" and Wilted Spinach
High protein semolina and salmon served with raisin and ratatouille for a completely nutritious meal.






 

Chef Mario Martinez

Bayfront and Marina, Corpus Christi

Mario Martinez's Featured Recipes

Golden Raisin-coated Sea Bass Napoleon
Stack raisin-coated sea bass with crispy wonton wrappers and spinach to serve with raisin vinaigrette and greens.






 

Chef Gaspar Stantic

Four Riverway, Houston

Gaspar Stantic's Featured Recipes

Tempura Apples with Pistachio-Raisin Compote and Cinnamon Ice Cream
Easy, easy, easy but spectacular raisins and apples.






 

Chef Antonio Rodriguez

National, Tucson

Antonio Rodriguez's Featured Recipes

Catalina Salad with "Plumped" California Golden Raisins, Mandarin Oranges, Caramelized Pecans, Queso Fresco and Prickly Pear-Habañero Vinaigrette
Hot South of the Border flavors contrast with sweet raisins and pecans.

Chili-Sugar Cured Pork Tenderloin with Smoked Corn-Jalapeño Whipped Potatoes, Raisin-Port Chipotle Demi-Glace
Stand pork tenderloin in a sweet-spicy cure. Then serve with a raisin and red wine sauce.






 

Chef Michael Aragon

Downtown, Austin

Michael Aragon's Featured Recipes

Jumbo Shrimp with Pernod-plumped California Raisins and Fennel
Anise-flavored raisins and fennel stack up with orange juice and sautéed spinach.






 

Chef Paul Fischbach

Westside, Houston

Paul Fischbach's Featured Recipes

Grilled Halibut Salad
Halibut, potaotes, tomatoes and green beans yield to the flavors of California golden raisins and a mustard vinaigrette.

Angostura Entrée Salad
Circles of chicken breast stuffed with ham and figs with salad and dressing spiked with Angostura.

Pan-fried Flounder with Parsley Potatoes and Tomato-Raisin Relish
Combine fresh and sun-dried tomatoes with California raisins and spoon over a flounder fillet.






 

Chef Bernd Mueller

Champions Gate, Orlando

Bernd Mueller's Featured Recipes

Rack of Lamb “Racemus”
Spread with raisin farce and wrapped in caul fat, roasted lamb gets a boost from the mint and raisin glaze.

San Joaquin Valley Chicken
Raisins and wild mushrooms strut their stuff with chicken breasts and vegetables.






   

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Omni Hotels

Omni Chefs's Featured Recipes








 

Chef Jason Rogers

Saint Regis Hotel

Jason Rogers's Featured Recipes

California Raisin Raita
Indian inspired yogurt salad with California raisins and Feta cheese.

Sizzling Snapper with Coconut-Lemongrass Curry, Pineapple and California Golden Raisin Fried Rice
Have everything ready so snapper comes to the table sizzling.

Pulled Pork with Raisin Corn Bread
This saucy mixture on raisin corn bread definitely is not finger food.

Roasted Leg of Lamb and Minty Raisin Jam
Perfect mint and raisin jam to accompany perfectly seasoned lamb.






 

Chef Paul Wade

The Little Nell

Paul Wade's Featured Recipes

Pan-seared Foie Gras, Pecan Bread Pudding, Warm Fruit Salad and Red Plum Coulis
Raisins and fruits poached in red plum coulis accompany foie gras on tosted pecan-banana bread.

Mascarpone Cheesecake with Five-Spiced California Golden Raisins
Classic cheesecake with golden raisin sauce.

Skillet-Roasted Elk Loin with Braised Red Cabbage and California Natural Raisin-Bourbon Jus
Start a day ahead to infuse the cabbage for a raisin glazed elk dinner worthy of praise.

Santa Rosa Andante Nocturne Cow's Milk Cheese Souffle with Port Wine and California Natural Raisin-Port Compote
Artisan cheese souffle served with a tasty quick compote for breakfast, lunch or dinner!

Roasted Duckling with Foie Gras Wonton, Wong Bok and Shiitake Stew, Orange-Soy Glaze and Homemade California Golden Raisin-Apricot Chutney
California golden raisins and apricots in a spicy chutney to accent duckling and foie gras wontons.

Winter Berry Cobbler with Muscat-Honey Ice Cream
Sweet wine-flavored ice cream adds complimentory sweetness to this cobbler.

Caramelized Apple Tart
Warm caramelized apples and raisins served with ice cream.

Banana Spring Roll with Tazo Chai and California Golden Raisin Ice Cream
Tazo Chai tea and golden raisin ice cream, caramel sauce and raspberry purée served with a banana spring roll.

Barbecued Veal Sweetbreads and Curried Spring Vegetable Roti
Sweetbreads and vegetables served open-face with curry sauce on roti bread.

Bee Keeper's Honey Spice Cake
Individual raisin and pear upside-down spice cakes topped with caramel sauce and hazelnut ice cream.






 

Chef Todd Slossberg

The Hotel Jerome

Todd Slossberg's Featured Recipes

Bread Pudding
Just plain rich, old fashioned bread pudding with raisins.

Grilled Flat Iron with Potato Gratin, Gorganzola-Onion Fondue and Housemade Steak Sauce
Outstanding steak sauce!

Cornflake-crusted Panettone with California Raisin, Cranberry and Apple Compote
Italian sweet bread french toasted and topped with a fruity compote.

Honey-Mustard Chicken and Pasta Salad
Pasta salad packed with terrific taste for lunch!

Jerome Alpine Granola
Six dried fruits, nuts, and seeds to serve with milk or yogurt for a breakfast treat.

Oatmeal-Raisin White Chocolate Chip Cookies
There is nothing ordinary about these oatmeal-raisin cookies.

Spice-rubbed Colorado Lamb Sirloin with Contadina-style Potatoes and Spicy Eggplant and Golden Raisin Relish
Marinate the lamb with spicy harissa and serve it with golden raisin and eggplant relish








 

Chef Gerald Hirigoyen

Piperade • 1015 Batterey Street • (415) 391-2555

Gerald Hirigoyen's Featured Recipes

Red Wine Roasted Chicken with California Raisins and Bread Stuffing
Red wine and shalots; day-old bread and raisins -- perfect filling for a roasting chicken.

Warm Piquillo Peppers with Goat Cheese, California Raisins and Moscatel Vinaigrette
A warm salad or first course with California Raisins and goat cheese.

Breast of Turkey Stuffed with Chestnuts, Pistachios and California Raisins
Golden raisins, chanterelles, chestnuts and pistachios -- a savory filling for roasted turkey breast.

Braised Rabbit Irouleguy with California Golden Raisins
Rabbit and wine sauce with sautéed vegetables.

California Rum Raisin and Almond Tarts
Sweet, rich pastry filled with ground almond and raisin custard.






 

Chef Hubert Keller

Fleur de Lys • 777 Sutter Street • (415) 673-7779

Hubert Keller's Featured Recipes

Cinnamon Apple and Raisin Crisp
Bake the apples! Bake the pie! It's easier than pie!

Marinated Venison Chop with Horseradish Crust and Raisin Sauce
California raisins and tangy horseradish make outstanding venison chops.

Henri's Authentic Kugelhopf
A light almond and raisin coffee cake baked in its own decorative mold.

Roast Quail Stuffed with Swiss Chard and California Raisins
California raisins, Swiss chard and pine nuts lend subtle flavors to wine-sauced quail.






 

Chef Robert Del Grande

Café Annie

Robert Del Grande's Featured Recipes

Roasted Chicken with Raisin-Pine Nut Jam and Shaved Fennel, Golden Raisin and Chanterelle Salad
Guajillo chiles spice up a tangy grill mop while a raisin salad and jam take the edge off.

Sea Scallops, Green Salsa with California Raisins (Salsa de Pasitas Verdes) and Pears
Green salsa with California Raisins and grilled sea scallops are cooled with slices of sweet pear.

Spicy Margarita California Raisins
Raisin snacks with extra flare.

Spicy Tomato Rice with Raisins and Bananas
Try this unique combination of rice, raisins and bananas at the next company dinner.

Slow Cooked Pork with Guajillo Chile and California Raisins Pipian
Spicy, hot stew filled with the flavors of Mexico.

Sweet Potatoes with Raisins and Poblano Chile Rajas
Combine these nutritious sweet potatoes and chiles with raisins for a real taste treat.

Rich Chocolate Brownies with Raisin-Chocolate Sauce
Rich, decadent chocolate joins raisins in this dessert.

Roasted Quail with Raisin-Pine Nut Jam and Shaved Fennel, Golden Raisin and Chanterelle Salad
Guajillo chiles spice up a tangy grill mop while a raisin salad and jam take the edge off.

Raisin-Achiote Glazed Shrimp served with Avocado-Tomatillo Salsa and Cucumber, Raisin, Jícama and Hoja Santa Salad
California raisins and achiote give a slightly different flavor to this meal.

Pork Chops with California Raisins and Ancho Chiles
Raisins, ancho chiles and onions bake flavor into pork chops to serve with a creamy cilantro sauce.

New York Steak with California Golden Raisin Steak Sauce (Salsa Blanca para Bistek) and Asparagus Salad
Chiles de Arbol and California Golden Raisins in a creamy sauce dress up New York steaks.

Thin Pork Chops with Raisin Mustard Nut Relish
The natural combination of mustard with pork raises the bar even higher with California raisins.

Grilled Quail and Texas Skirt Steak with California Raisin and Coffee Bean Adobado
Barbecue it with chipotle and top with adobado and raisins for a very special steak.

Gulf Shrimp with Coconut Raisin Sauce and Plantain Cakes with Raisin-Cocoa Bean Recado
Start any party with this showy appetizer.

Gulf Shrimp with Spicy Golden Raisin-Avocado Mayonnaise
Nothing could be finer than this tangy sauce to top lightly broiled shrimp for a great beginning.

Kobe Beef and California Raisin-Coffee Salsa served with Roasted Shallots and California Raisins with Crème Fraiche
California Raisins, cocoa and coffee salsa accent the South American flavors in this dish.

Filet Mignon in Red Chile and California Raisin Mole with Avocado and Cilantro Sprigs
Southwestern flavors on a tender filet mignon.

Grilled Chicken with Guajillo Chile and California Raisin Pipian
For more tangy, spicy Mexican flavors, reheat the chicken in the sauce.

Grilled Lamb Chops, Red Salsa with California Raisins (Salsa de Pasitas Rojas) and Fennel Salad
Almonds, raisins, olives and red chiles add flavor to lamb chops.

Cinnamon Broiled Chicken with California Raisins and Red Chile Pecan Sauce
Glaze chicken halves with seasoned cinnamon and raisins. Then, serve with pecan and raisin butter sauce.

Carnitas with Coconut Raisin Sauce and Plantain Cakes with Raisin-Cocoa Bean Recado
Dress up shredded pork with raisin sauces and plantain cakes for striking party appetizers.

Chicken Breasts with California Raisins and Oranges
Tender chicken smothered in an orange and garlic flavored raisin sauce.

Chile Rellenos with California Raisins, Cheese, Pecans and Guajillo Chile Sauce
Long green chiles filled with cheeses, raisins and pecans; baked and sauced.

Ahi Tuna with California Golden Raisin-Ginger Cream on Royal Trumpet Mushrooms
Tangy golden raisins meld into this ginger cream to top an extraordinary appetizer.






 

Chef Thomas Keller

The French Laundry

Thomas Keller's Featured Recipes

California Oven-roasted Cornish Game Hens Stuffed with California Raisins and Smoked Ham
Smoked ham and raisins fill bread stuffing and game hens with a tangy, sweet flavor.

California Caramel-Raisin Sauce
Make a batch of this creamy caramel sauce for topping ice cream sundaes.

California Golden Raisin Relish
This good relish doesn't need an introduction. It's fabulous!

Pan Roasted Medallion of Beef Rib-Eye with Purée of Yukon Gold Potatoes and California Golden Relish
An unbelievable combination of beef rib-eye with raisin relish and wine sauce

Poached Chicken Salad with California Raisin Vinaigrette, Shredded Garden Carrots and Toasted Pine Nuts
Gently flavor chicken with star anise; then combine with grated carrots, pine nuts and raisins.

Sautéed Gulf White Shrimp with Jasmine Rice, California Raisins and Spicy Sauce
California raisins, jasmine rice and saucy shrimps for dinner tonight!






 

Chef Roland Passot

La Folie • 2316 Polk Street • (415) 776-5577

Roland Passot's Featured Recipes

Sautéed Spinach with Pine Nuts and Golden Raisins
Another winner with golden raisins and spinach.

Seared Liberty Farm Duck Breast, Roasted Organic Apple with Farce of Camargue Rice, Raisins and Duck Confit with Calvados Sauce
Duck breasts glazed with honey served with raisin-stuffed apples and Calvados sauce.

Roasted Salmon with Pearl Barley and Parsley Coulis
Fish and grain accented with parsley sauce.

Maui Onions Stuffed with Curried Raisin Couscous
Couscous and raisins in sweet Maui onions topped with tomato-raisin marmalade.

La Folie Lobster with Fennel, Orange and Raisin Tart
Unsurpassed raisin-filled tart served with lobster and tangy bean salad.

Chicken Breast, Sweetbreads and Raisins with Sauce Verjus
Combine sweetbreads, raisins and a chicken breast with sauce of green grapes and carrots.






 

Chef Charles Phan

The Slanted Door • 100 Brannan Street • (415) 861-8032

Charles Phan's Featured Recipes

Cinnamon Rice Pudding with California Raisins
Sweet rice, sticky rice, glutinous rice -- all the same and they make one easy raisin desert.

Five Spice Quail with Raisin and Nectarine Chutney
Raisin-nectarine chutney accompanies five spice quail.

Raisin and Almond Pie with Vanilla Ice Cream and Caramel Sauce
Individual almond-flavored raisin pies are so good with ice cream and caramel sauce.

Vietnamese Stir-fried Chicken with Nuts and California Raisins
A quick stir-fry of chicken breasts, California raisins and nuts.

White Sesame Seed Panna Cotta with Rum-soaked Raisins and Red Dates
Molded custard dessert topped with California raisins and dates.






 

Chef Nancy Oakes

Boulevard • 1 Mission Street • (415) 543-6084

Nancy Oakes's Featured Recipes

Pork Tenderloin Salad with California Raisin Relish
Peppery raisin and apple relish with prosciutto wrapped pork tenderloin on a bed of arugula.

Pan Roasted Sea Scallops with Wilted Spinach, California Raisins and Pine Nuts
Elegant, quick, easy! Make it for dinner, tonight!








 

Chef Bernard Ibarra

The Mirage

Bernard Ibarra's Featured Recipes

Lamb Chops with Red Wine and California Raisins
Succulent lamb chops with a peppery raisin and red wine sauce.

Curried Tuna and California Raisin Salad
Poached tuna, cauliflower and broccoli make a hearty, healthy salad with California raisins.

Gateau Basque "Kalifornia"
Experience California raisin custard in anise flavored crust.

California Raisin and Fruit Chutney
Red onion, tropical fruit and raisins make a tasty sauce to accompany meats.

Sautéed Foie Gras Sandwich of California Raisins and Figs with Frisée Lettuce
All meat sandwich with Bayonne ham between two slices of foie gras garnished with raisins, frisée and peppers.

Sweet Plantain and California Raisin Soup with Saffron
California raisin-banana soup seasoned with exotic spices.






 

Chef James Perillo

Caesar's Palace

James Perillo's Featured Recipes

Turkey Cutlet on Ciabatta with California Raisin and Red Onion Marmalade
Turkey scaloppina, raisins and red onions on ciabatta -- what could be better?

Seared Cod and Ragu of Wilted Greens, Butternut Squash and California Raisins with Crispy Pancetta
Tasty, colorful combination of vegetables, raisins and fish.

Pan-seared Foie Gras with Caramelized Apple-Golden Raisin Tart and Black Truffle Sauce
Drizzle black truffle sauce over the apple-raisin tart and top with a slice of foie gras.

California Raisin and Toasted Granola Style Trifle, Fresh Seasonal Fruit and Berries with Hazelnut Cream
Lighten up to this healthy dessert with raisins, granola and fresh fruit.

California Raisin Couscous with Vegetables
Lots of good grains and vegetables in this side dish.

Beef Carpaccio and Club-style BLT with Honey and Pepper Glazed California Raisins and Red Wine Balsamic Syrup
Paper thin slices of beef, aioli and brioche join California raisins club-style.

Breast of Chicken Stuffed with Prosciutto and Sage served with California Raisins and Parmesan Potato Purée
Show off these elegant chicken breasts with a raisin sauce and potato purée.

Braised Pork Chops with Caramelized Onion, Raisin and Pine Nut Ragu
Buttery browned onions and California raisins flavor tender pork chops in this ragu.

Grilled Pizza Salad with Tossed Greens and Golden Raisin Peach Vinaigrette
Fresh fruit, California raisins and goat cheese top grilled pizza for a casual feast.

Mint Crusted Rack of Lamb and Seared Foie Gras with California Golden Raisin and Toasted Cardamom Sauce
Minted honey and crumb crusted rack of lamb served with raisin and wine-glazed foie gras.

Hearts of Kentucky Lettuce with Gorgonzola, Hearts of Palm, Pear Matchsticks, and Golden Raisins with White Balsamic Vinaigrette
Simple balsamic vinaigrette emphasizes the goodness of fresh ingredients topped with walnuts and golden raisins.






 

Chef Olivier Dubreuil

Paris Las Vegas

Olivier Dubreuil's Featured Recipes

Pan Seared Striped Bass with Leeks, California Raisin Fondue and Curry Mousseline
A base of mellow leaks and raisins, sea bass an easy curry mousseline.

Gnocchi with California Golden Raisins and Orange
Tangy orange and golden raisins add extra kick to potato dumpling.

Grand Marnier Bread Pudding with California Golden Raisins
A great dessert, but it could become a quick breakfast favorite, too.

Foie Gras Terrine with Celery Root and California Golden Raisins
Layers of foie gras mousse, celery root and raisins for a rich terrine to slice and serve cold.

Apple Cider Braised Chicken Breast with California Golden Raisins
Braise chicken breasts with shallots, cider and golden raisins; serve with a creamy sauce.

Baked Goat Cheese and California Golden Raisin Phyllo with Mesclun Salad and Hazelnut Dressing
Roasted hazelnuts top flaky phyllo-wrapped goat cheese.

Autumn Salad
The perfect combination of late summer salad ingredients for a breezy day.

California Golden Raisin and Fig Delite
Quick, easy raisin stuffed figs for dessert or to accompany roast duck.

Papillote of Salmon with Fennel, California Golden Raisins and Orange Flavors
Simple to prepare, dramatic presentation, so good to eat, too.

Stew of Baby Vegetables with California Golden Raisins and Coriander
Low calorie summer vegetables with golden raisins.

Sautéed Rabbit with Almonds and California Golden Raisins
Try something different with this easy raisin and coriander seasoned rabbit.

Veal Roulade with Pine Nuts and California Golden Raisins
Raisins and nuts fill scaloppini with flavor.





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Chef Roy Harland

Upstairs/Downtown (Fresno)

Roy Harland's Featured Recipes

Warm German Potato Salad
Potato salad is even better with California raisins.

Tuscan-style White Bean, Tuna and Currant Salad
Creamy textured beans to contrast with sweet California Zante currants.

Updated Iceberg Salad
The crunch of iceberg lettuce in a bold-flavor combination.

Uptown Chicken Salad
Excellent as a sandwich filling or make-ahead topping for canapes, too.

Tropical Shrimp Cocktail
A refreshing first course or main dish for two.

Tropical Fruit Salsa with California Raisins
Easy and quick to make, this salsa transforms the simplest entrées.

Tortellini Peach Salad
This is a wonderful lunch or picnic salad.

Thai Glass Noodle Salad
This salad has it all. Silky transparent noodles and chewy raisins, just to titilate the senses.

Thai-style Mango Salad
This sweet, sour and nutty salad pairs beautifully with grilled chicken, shrimp or pork.

Warm Salmon Soba Salad with Currant Dressing
Bursting with color, texture and opposing elements, great salad bejeweled with tiny Zante currants.

Steak and Blue Cheese Salad
Enjoy our Raisin Growers' salad with warm, crusty bread and California wine for a perfect light meal.

Pear, Raisin and Gorgonzola Salad
The perfect salad for fall and winter.

Panzanella
Italian vegetable salad with raisins and croutons.

Picadillo Pork Chili
Make a big pot of this chili with picadillo tendencies. It won't last long!

Picnic Rice Salad
An easy salad to make ahead -- the flavor improves with time.

Pork Rack Chops Smothered with Apples, Cabbage and Raisins
A familiar combination of flavors for an easy make-ahead pork main dish.

Pulled Pork Sandwich with Garlic, Ginger and Raisins
Flavors of Asia infuse shredded pork shoulder to fill sandwich rolls.

Raisin Country BBQ Back Ribs
Louisiana hot sauce, California raisins and orange juice turn up the temperature on these barbecued ribs.

California Golden Raisin Rice Pudding
Just add tangy golden raisins to this rich rice pudding for a great dessert.

California Raisin Harvest Cake
Orange juice, butter and sugar glaze a raisin-apple cake.

California Waldorf Salad
Created by Oscar Tschirky for the Waldorf Hotel, California raisins and fresh herbs give this salad a modern twist.

Chinese Chicken Salad
Asian flavors, California raisins and crunchy wonton ribbons set this chicken salad apart.

Cauliflower-Raisin Salad
Cauliflower and California raisins create an interplay of flavors and textures.

Apple, Pecan and California Raisin Pie
Raisins and pecans bump up plain apple pie.

Apple Raisin Chutney
Store this delectable chutney in the fridge for a quick lift to dinner.

Antipasto Salad with California Raisins
A flavor-packed salad, side dish or light, healthy first course for an Italian-style buffet.

Butternut Balsamic Duck Salad
Sweet, chewy raisins provide palate-teasing nuances to this salad.

Cucumber-Raisin Raita
This mildly spicy condiment is the perfect complement to Indian and Middle Eastern grilled lamb or couscous.

Couscous Salad
Easy to prepare and serve often. Great with lamb.

Couscous Salad With California Raisins
Make a big batch for buffets or festive meals of all kinds or serve often at home.

Coleslaw with Raisins and Peanuts
Raisins, horseradish and peanuts add pizzazz to picnics, barbecues or fish fries.

Greek Orzo Salad with Lamb Sausage
Juicy hot sausage slices, spinach leaves, orzo pasta and sweet chewy California raisins make an extraordinary one-plate meal.

Golden Crab Salad
California golden raisins with crab and corn in a classic dressing.

Golden Nugget Phad Thai
California golden raisins in a hot curry sauce to spoon over noodles and stir-fry.

Italian Chopped Salad
For a hearty, meal with flavor to spare, here's an easy to prepare main-course salad.

Haricots Verts, Beet and Raisin Salad
Tiny beans and beets to serve as a first course or a colorful and healthy lunch entrée with grilled chicken or fish.

Jícama, Avocado and Orange Salad
A festive salad of jícama, sweet orange, creamy avocado and chewy California raisins.






 

Chef Charlie Trotter

Charlie Trotter's

Charlie Trotter's Featured Recipes

Grilled Pork Chops with Pickled Red Onions and Raisin-Fig-Balsamic Sauce
Prepare raisin-fig balsamic sauce, pickled onion and corn with black beans well in advance.

Grilled Duck Breast with Braised Endive, Raisins, Roasted Apples and Red Wine Jus
Grill the duck and present with baked apple rings, endive and red wine jus.

Dried Fruit-stuffed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted New Potatoes and Bacon-Sherry Vinaigrette
Golden raisins, Zante currants and dried fruits seasoned with sage fill pork tenderloin with unusual flavors.

Curry-braised Chicken, Raisin and Potato Tarts
Chicken, raisin, vegetable and potato filled pastries with sauce.

Butternut Squash-Raisin Ravioli with Brown Butter-Citrus Vinaigrette
California raisins and squash fill ravioli.

Chilled Pork and Wild Rice Salad
Onion, rice, watercress, apricots, walnuts and vinaigrette with savory pork slices.

Cinnamon-Raisin Bread Pudding with Vanilla Anglaise
Silky creme tops traditional pudding.

Salad of Beets, Belgian Endive, Goat Cheese, Golden Raisins and Asian Pear
Simple to make with complex flavors and textures.

Roasted Amish Chicken with California Golden Raisin Glaze, Fingerling Potatoes, Roasted Cippolini Onions and Asparagus with California Raisin Vinaigrette
Glaze the chicken with golden raisins and serve asparagus with golden raisin vinaigrette.

Shredded Pork with Golden Raisins, Wild Rice Pancakes and Pecan Sauce
Wild rice pancakes topped with shredded pork and pecan sauce for a special treat.

Tamarind-Golden Raisin Glazed Roasted Chicken with Apple-Onion Potato Purée
Sweet sour raisin glaze with tamarind and orange roasts chicken to perfection.

Sautéed Veal Chops with Braised Juniper Berry Red Cabbage
Buttery cabbage surrounds the tenderness of sautéed veal chops.

Warm Apple Cider Soup with Crispy Apple-Raisin Turnovers
Raisin turnovers float in spicy hot cider for a quick warm up.






 

Chef Wolfgang Puck

Spago

Wolfgang Puck's Featured Recipes

Braised Moroccan Lamb
Leg of lamb braised in wine with carrot, onion, celery and tomato sauced with raisins and almonds.

Apple Strudel with California Raisins
Apples and raisins rolled in thin sheets of dough.

Kaiserschmarren
A sweet seduction of sugared pancakes and strawberry sauce.

Moroccan Lamb Tangine
A Moroccan slow cooker or tangine cooks raisin seasoned lamb to perfection.






 

Chef Jan Birnbaum

Sazerac / Catahoula

Jan Birnbaum's Featured Recipes

Lavender Pork Loin with California Raisins, Figs and Jalapeños
Peppery jalapeños, California raisins and figs sauce a lavender and rosemary infused pork loin.

Honey Raisin Duck with Rice Dressing, Gingersnap Gravy and Brussels Sprouts
Raisins and honey flavor roast duck and gingersnap gravy tops it off.

Apple Tartlet with Golden Raisins and Calvados Whipped Cream
Apple and raisin tart with brandy flavored whipped cream.

Catahoula and Sazerac Spiced Nuts with California Raisins
Brandy-flamed California raisins and nuts with spices.

Warm Brioche Bread Pudding with California Raisins, Apples and a Berry Sauce
Light and saucy rum-flavored pudding.






 

Chef Nancy Silverton

La Brea Bakery

Nancy Silverton's Featured Recipes

Bran Muffins with California Raisins
Running low on fiber? These muffins are full of nutritious goodness.

La Brea Carrot-Raisin Baby Cakes
All one or twelve baby cakes, this carrot, raisin and pineapple cake is frosted with cream cheese and sour cream.

Mary Kay's Pistachio and Currant Biscotti
Everyone loves biscotti with a steaming cup of coffee.

Dried Fruit and Nut Scones
Packed full of flavor and crunch -- so good!





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Chef Grant MacPherson

Bellagio

Grant MacPherson's Featured Recipes

Composition of Bobwhite Quail, Tuscan White Beans and California Raisin Tapenade
Sweet pickled raisins and truffled white beans, quail mousseline and California raisin tapenade.

Confit of Wild Scottish Salmon and Curried Raisin Oxtail with Beetroot Emulsion
Curried raisin oxtail and sautéed spinach stacked with apple slices and salmon rounds.

Braised Shank of Pauillac Lamb with Caramelized Veal Sweetbreads and Roast Artichoke Jus
Elegantly presented raisin-stuffed lamb garnished with cream spinach, braised sweet breads and artichokes.

Vanilla-roasted Pineapple with Golden Raisin Ice Cream and Drambuie Jus
Here's a dessert for the next Hawaiian luau.

Tropical Fruits in Brik Pastry with Szechwan Pepper Sauce
Little fruit-filled pastries topped with pandan ice cream and peppery sauce.






 

Chef Kim Canteenwalla



Kim Canteenwalla's Featured Recipes

Wild Mushroom Raisin Salad with Serrano Ham
A collection of mushrooms, California raisins and sweet peppers fill potato baskets to serve with ham and arugula.

Savory Stuffing
A rich and savory stuffing best suited for lean meats or turkey and pheasant.

Seared Ahi Tuna with Spiked Raisin Medley
Spiked raisins and fruit raise tuna to another level.

Shallow-Fried Polenta, Golden Raisin Double Cream and Sour Cherries
Hot-cold and sweet-sour, it's ready to serve in no time!

Terrine of Chicken Liver, Green Peppercorns and Golden Raisins
California golden raisins, cognac and port flavor chicken livers for a tasty terrine.

Salad of Tofu, Celery, Granny Smith Apples and Golden Raisins
East meets West in this protein-rich vegetarian salad.

Brioche with Vanilla Cream and Raisins
Serve with a steaming latte or for afternoon tea.

Apricot Spicy Custard Tart
Fresh or dried apricots and raisins in a rich custard filling.

Barbecued Skate with Sambal of Lemongrass, California Raisins and Star Fruit
Sambal can be made hours before serving which will enhance its spicy flavor.

Chocolate Raisin Knackerly
An easy-to-make snack with just 2 ingredients.

Coconut Parfait
Icy cold, rum infused golden raisins -- too good to resist.

Curried Monkfish and Golden Raisin Soup
Monkfish and potatoes spiced with curry.

Fricassee of Chicken Casserole with Bourbon and Raisins
Plump raisins in the sauce for a chicken-vegetable stew par excellance.

Mango Risotto Pudding
Simple, elegant, easy to make raisin dessert.






 

Chef Norman Van Aken



Norman Van Aken's Featured Recipes

Cuban Bread Salad
Skillet-toasted bread topped with herbed greens and raisins.

Golden Raisin Granizado with Rum Cream, Candied Walnuts and Raisins
A light dessert or palate cleanser.

Caramel, Chocolate and Pumpkin Seed Timbales with Sour Cream Rum Raisin Ice Cream
Stacks of flavor and raisin ice cream, too.

Braised Brazilian Beef Shanks with Peanuts (Con Maní)
Garlic-flavored beef shanks stewed with carrots and onion, topped peanuts and Zante currants.

Stuffed Chicken (Gallina Rellena)
Roast chicken stuffed with meats, vegetables, raisins and pineapple.

Snapper a la Veracruzana
Snapper in the popular style from Veracruz with raisins.






 

Chef Alex Ong



Alex Ong's Featured Recipes

Malaysian Pickles (Archar)
A tangy Malaysian salsa to spice up Lamb Korma or other tasty meats.

Indian Buttered Rice (Nasi Biryani)
A basmati rice combined with California golden raisins, almonds and Indian spices.

Roast Pork with Chile-Raisin Oil and Thai Basil Sauce
A tasty combination of roast pork drizzled with spicy oil and tempting basil sauce.

Rack of Lamb Korma
Rack of lamb with a raisin-based Korma sauce spooned on top. It's great with Indian Buttered Rice and Malaysian Pickles.

Prawn Rendang with Cucumber-Golden Raisin Raita
An Indonesian treat — prawns served with an aromatic sauce and cool raita.