The Cooking Guild of Adria

[Gaja 289]

The Adrian Cooking Guild

5th of Sigismond’s End, 1909 AST

 

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With the ending of the Grand Adrian Duma of 1909 many new institutions were brought to the Adrian peoples, the most notable being the guild of chefs, bakers, sauciers, stir-fryers, and etcetera. More simply known as the Adrian Cooking Guild. Its founding members set out with the purpose of cataloging and preserving the many recipes of the ancient duchy and to of course encourage an increased interest in the arts of Adrian cooking.

 

Guild Founders

 

 

Baron-Mayor | Stefan Euler 

Proud son of Adria, Stefan Euler descended from an old Adrian family and has dedicated his life to the culinary craft. Many of his recipes come from his 'old lady', referring to his grandmother. An avid enjoyer of meats, Stefan is learned in the ways of seasoning and preparation and has made a name for himself as the tavernkeeper in Velec. People have come from all over the realm to enjoy his meals, and he has taken a great liking to seven-course meals to truly highlight his skills and versatility. An inventive chef, he has pioneered many new meals that are now staples of Adrian cuisine--such as his much renowned Whale Steak.

 

As a member of the Council of Chefs, Stefan seeks to preserve the traditional meals of Adria, as well as bring in new cultural influences from all over.

 

 

Lord | Paul Francis Varoche

Descendent of the Varoche family and born within their homeland of Illatia, Paul immigrated to Almaris at just ten years of age; holding tightly to the traditional methods passed along through the family of roaches. From wines and cheeses, to multiple course meals, he would be considered quite the connoisseur. Specializing in butchery and traditional Illatian dishes, Paul's popularity as a chef has garnered him quite the reputation throughout the lands of Aaun and beyond. Whether being served food and drinks by him, or simply sitting at his table, your palate should be prepared for quite a grandiose evening. 

 

Within his role upon the Council of Chefs, Paul plans not only to return discipline to the kitchen, but to emphasize passion, skill, and intrigue as intricate ingredients necessary to preparing a dish that will make you scream, "Ammazza!"

 

 

Lady | Lorina Varoche

Born to Lord Chancellor Sigismond Varoche and into a long line of culinarily gifted individuals, Lorina Varoche was born with the talents of her ancestors. Being just the juvenile age of 11, she has more than proven her prowess within the industry of food. Primarily a baker, the youthful Varoche is the characterization of intelligence, compassion, and culinary expertise. While not only competent with foods, Lorina has also published a cookbook containing traditional Adrian cuisine, it rumored to be the first of a series. If Adrian cuisine doesn't suit your fancy, perhaps Lorina's Lemon Drop Candies will.

 

As a member of the Council of Chefs, we are more than certain that Lorina will continue on her path to greatness as both a pâtissier and confectioner, pioneering the success of those who come after her.

 

“Fabius Bracchus in his element, cooking a traditional Illatian dish for Duke Red.”

 

Their purpose set, the founding members sought to form a council of chef’s from amongst their number. Baron-Mayor Stefan Euler laid forth the following goals as Cook-General of the guild of chefs, bakers, saucers, stir-fryers, and etcetera,

 

• Assist aspiring cooks in mastering their trade and becoming masters in their own right.

• The accumulation of culinary knowledge and the sharing of said culinary knowledge.

• The training of professional court chefs for the aristocracy.

• To promote tourism involved with foodstuffs, showing the rich and robust culture of the Adrian peoples to the rest of the world at large.

 

To complete these goals, the Adrian Cooking Guild shall be taking apprentices who wish to learn the culinary arts from the various different guild chefs. Those not oriented to the chefly arts are of course invited most gleefully to partake in the consumption of the wondrous creations of the fine Adrian guild cooks.

 

“Ancient Adrianite Raevir cooking the first mud stew.”

 

An event to showcase the skills of the council of chefs shall take place in a short time, dubbed “The Great Adrian Cook-off”. The purpose of this event is to showcase the versatility of the various chefs in and around the Duchy of Adria, as various cultural dishes from around the Human world will be presented before any attendees who are  to enjoy the ample food. Around the end of the day, attendees will be polled as to which meal was their favourite, and the eventual winner will be awarded two hundred and fifty mina as well as a special trophy which will be unveiled during the polling.

 

 

 

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The Honorable, Lord Stefan Euler, Baron of Eulersburg

 

[milksoda 709]

SO true.

[Jtit 228]

Dame Valda de Vend reads over the missive regarding the creation of her dear friend's vision.  As she sat in her preferred seat of Adria's beloved campfire, she'd cast a gaze to the Euler's tavern. A chuckle escaped the dame before she thought aloud. "Stef's ambitions continue. Well done, friend." 

[TheGreasyChef 123]

Paul Varoche smiles proudly at the missive, using this as another excuse to have a celebratory taste of Roach Red, of course enjoying the Adrian-made wine responsibly.