bws #69 07/2010
NATIONAL COOKOFF
Peter Fischbach - 732-995-8062
Erik Weatherspool - 732-818-7644
NATIONAL COOKOFF - Chefs Peter Fischbach, standing right, and Erik Weatherspool hosted a practice tasting at Viking
Village, Barnegat Light in preparation for their Aug. 7 appearance Great American Seafood Cookoff in New Orleans which
will be televised by Discovery Channel. Last year the team took 2nd place in the national event which showcases each
state's seafood. Those wanting a taste of this year's "Jersey Shore" entry featuring scallops, lobster and sea bass can
attend a July 25 fund-raiser to support the trip. The $50 four-course meal is limited to 50 guests. Details are at
www.jerseyshorechefs.com. Fischbach, Toms River, is Director of Food Services of NJIT for Gourmet Dining Services,
owns a food service consulting business, and is the state's seafood chef champion. Weatherspool, Brick, owns Bistro 44
in Toms River and was a winning chef on Food Channel's "Chopped."
