Top Dish Hermosa Beach Cookbook

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Leadership Hermosa Beach
Ryan Nowicki & Rosè Romero
Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce
Hermosa Friends Foundation
Rotary Club of Hermosa Beach
Savone Law
Churchill Management Group
Alissa Winkler Realty
Trager Acker Design
Brian Kingston
Underground Pub & Grill
Manhattan Repro
Redondo Minuteman Press
Scott Hayes
Titos Vodka

About Top Dish Hermosa

Top Dish Hermosa is the Class of 2024 Leadership Hermosa Beach initiative setting out to address lower than average restaurant revenue. The project will help Hermosa Restaurants by working with them to promote menu items of their choice through a fun, community contest where the dishes compete & every restaurant wins! Through engagement with the restaurants, local businesses, and the community, the aim is to spotlight these restaurants, promote their menu choices and publish a ‘top dish’ recipe in an Hermosa Beach Top Dish Cookbook at the culmination of the contest.As a community economic development project, Leadership Hermosa Beach recognizes the invaluable role that local restaurants play in shaping the cultural identity of our community. However, many of these establishments face significant challenges, especially in light of recent events, which have impacted their operations and financial stability.Top Dish Hermosa Restaurant Contest took place in April 2024, and was a celebration of Hermosa Beach's diverse gastronomic offerings. Participating restaurants showcased a tasting plate with 3 of their top dishes, specially crafted for the event. Diners were encouraged to explore these delectable offerings and cast their votes for their favorite dishes at each establishment.The process is simple yet exciting: after indulging in the culinary delights, diners vote for the dish they find most exceptional. Each restaurant had a Top Dish Menu with a QR code to easily cast votes. The winning dish at each restaurant was crowned the "Top Dish," a recognition that not only brings honor to the chef and establishment but also adds a dash of friendly competition to the event.As a grand finale, a Top Dish Cookbook was compiled, featuring recipes from the winning dishes, exclusive interviews with the chefs and owners, and insights into the local dining culture, accompanied by captivating photography."At Leadership Hermosa, we believe in fostering community involvement and supporting the local economy. Top Dish Hermosa is designed to do just that," says Karlene Apelt, President Board Member, Leadership Hermosa. "This event aims to bring more diners out during what is traditionally a slower month for our local restaurants, providing them with the support they need."Jessica Acamando, President of the Hermosa Beach Chamber, emphasizes the importance of events like Top Dish Hermosa in boosting the local economy. "What Hermosa Beach needs most is more investment and community involvement with the health of our businesses, specifically local restaurants. An event like this could be an answer for one of the slowest months of the year."Top Dish Hermosa is not just about savoring exceptional dishes but also about rallying the community to support local businesses. It's a call to action for residents and visitors alike to explore the culinary treasures of Hermosa Beach and contribute to the vitality of our community.

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