Collaborative Cuisine dinners

"We absolutely loved partnering with the capable hands of the culinary department of SUNY Adirondack to create the collaborative culinary event we did. The menu was expertly crafted, our featured products shined and the event promotion left nothing to be desired." — Robert Mastrantoni, co-manager

Lake George Olive Oil Co.

"SUNY Adirondack is the community's college, and it is only fitting that we partner with local businesses in everything we do. The Collaborative Cuisine series is a delicious example of this core mission. Our chefs and students appreciate supporting local growers and producers and we thank Taste NY for their partnership." — President Kristine D. Duffy, Ed.D.

Taste NY

"Thanks so much for having us! We had a great time; everyone knocked it out of the park. Looking forward to the next one."
— Keith Johnston, director of Sales and Operations

Common Roots

"Mean Max enjoys working with Chef Matt and the Collaborative Cuisine program. We appreciate his skill in selecting foods that complement our beers, and vice-versa. And he always puts together an exceptional meal." — Joel Satterlee, brewer

Mean Max

"It has always been exciting to work with Chef Matt to supply fresh local produce from our college farm: checking the gardens, harvesting with students and delivering the goods. It's exciting to be part of helping to make the local food scene more a part of our community and more sustainable." — Tim Scherbatskoy, retired professor

The Farm @SUNYAdk

"Thank you. It was a great dinner, great staff and really nice guests … I enjoyed it! It really was a pretty remarkable menu and the use of beer in the preparations really tied things together … the pairings were dynamic and fun too!" — Max Oswald, director of Sales and Operations

Northway Brewing Co.

"Chef Matt and the students of the Collaborative Cuisine program put together an unforgettable evening that showcased the way that the program is developing true culinary and organizational talent. The pairings showed a real attention to detail and an appreciation for the complexity and subtlety in both food and beer. Can’t wait to do it again!" — Ben Harris, director of Sales

Artisanal Brew Works