​ Seabrook's Top Chef Contest "Gets Heated"

The competition got “heated” during Seabrook’s Top Chef competition on July 11. Teams consisting of one chef and one or two residents at the Erickson Living retirement community in Tinton Falls, New Jersey, had 30 minutes to create the tastiest dish from a mystery basket of ingredients that included lobster, curry powder, rice, pasta, butter, garlic, and more.

After tasting the delectable dishes and a tough deliberation, the judges crowned resident Gerald Seybold and Chef Kaleal Jackson as the Top Chef winner for their delightful Lobster Risotto. In addition to receiving prizes, the team’s recipe will be prepared by Seabrook’s chefs and served at a campus restaurant this summer.

During the event, audience members cheered on their favorite team, competed in a Food Trivia contest for prizes, and enjoyed refreshments.

“What an exciting event that showcased our talented chefs and residents as well as brought together our community for socializing and fun,” said Executive Director Paula Digerness, who helped judge the competition along with Director of Finance Neal Fiore, resident Carolyn Yahai , and Chefs David Connelly and Talib Mohammed.

“Thank you to all our participants, judges, dining staff, resident dining committee members, and volunteers for making today’s event a big success,” said Director of Dining Services Mary Beth Sheehan.

About Seabrook: Seabrook, one of 19 continuing care retirement communities managed by Erickson Living®, is situated on a scenic 98-acre campus in Tinton Falls, New Jersey. The community is located in Monmouth County and is home to more than 1,400 residents. Additional information about Seabrook can be found at SeabrookCommunity.com.

Photo credit: Travis Tanay