Iron Chef RMC is off and running and the students seem to be having a great time! They have been divided into 7 teams (each with a different protein source). Each team has been assigned a Tyson food technologist and will get help from a Tyson chef. They are about to break for lunch.
Some people have asked if the Discovery Center will be open for tours this weekend. Yes! People are welcome to come over to the Discovery Center today during the Iron Chef competition and tomorrow during Quiz Bowl. Sorry, but those who work for Tyson's competition are excluded from this invitation.
Please feel free to call me at 870-688-4247 if you have any questions about anything this week.
See you soon.
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Thursday, June 18, 2009
AMSA Educational Foundation Mentor Recognition Program - Auction Items
The AMSA Educational Foundation is going to have two auction items donated by The Friends of the National Live Stock & Meat Board. The contributions from these two unique and historical pictures will go the support the AMSA Educational Foundation Mentor Recognition Program. These items will be available for bidding beginning Sunday, June 21, at 12:00 p.m. and the bidding will close at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 23. So if you are interested in purchasing one of these pictures make sure you contact someone attending RMC to get your bid in!
SWIFT & COMPANY
Gustavus F. Swift established Swift & Company in 1855 in Barnstable, Massachusetts before moving to Chicago to be closer to the livestock source. Swift had the idea that dressed beef could be shipped from Chicago to the East Coast profitably. This idea generated the refrigerated rail car and the establishment of distribution stations so refrigerated dress beef could be sold across the country.
Today the Swift name is still a major player in the meat industry.
Max O. Cullen, meat cutter and carver extraordinaire was a staff member of the National Live Stock & Meat Board for 34 years. Max is best remembered for his flawless cutting demonstrations in a tuxedo and was influential in devising creative methods for meat cutting, cooking and carving.
Max Cullen was one of the founders of the Reciprocal Meat Conference and for his contributions to the meat industry he received The Signal Service Award.
SWIFT & COMPANY
Gustavus F. Swift established Swift & Company in 1855 in Barnstable, Massachusetts before moving to Chicago to be closer to the livestock source. Swift had the idea that dressed beef could be shipped from Chicago to the East Coast profitably. This idea generated the refrigerated rail car and the establishment of distribution stations so refrigerated dress beef could be sold across the country.Today the Swift name is still a major player in the meat industry.
Donated by The Friends of National Live Stock & Meat Board
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MAX O. CULLENINNOVATOR - AUTHOR - TEACHER
Max O. Cullen, meat cutter and carver extraordinaire was a staff member of the National Live Stock & Meat Board for 34 years. Max is best remembered for his flawless cutting demonstrations in a tuxedo and was influential in devising creative methods for meat cutting, cooking and carving.Max Cullen was one of the founders of the Reciprocal Meat Conference and for his contributions to the meat industry he received The Signal Service Award.
Donated by The Friends of National Live Stock & Meat Board
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We look forward to seeing you in Arkansas!
The Reciprocal Meat Conference Team
RMC is just a few days away!
RMC is just a few days away!
We at the American Meat Science Association and the University of Arkansas and Tyson Foods are extremely pleased that many of you will be a part of this extraordinary gathering of meat science professionals.
Please note the following:
• General RMC Registration will be open Sunday at 8:00 am at the registration desk in the conference center. Stop by here to pick up your badge, tickets and conference program.
• Zilpaterol HCl Symposium participants should check in at the Grand Ballroom 6 in the John Q. Hammons Convention center on Sunday morning. The symposium will begin at 8 a.m.
• Taste of RMC/Iron Chef participants should check in Saturday at 7:15-7:30 am at the Tyson Discovery Center.
• Zilpaterol HCl Symposium participants should check in at the Grand Ballroom 6 in the John Q. Hammons Convention center on Sunday morning. The symposium will begin at 8 a.m.
• Taste of RMC/Iron Chef participants should check in Saturday at 7:15-7:30 am at the Tyson Discovery Center.
Don't forget to remind your staff "back home" to visit the RMC web site and the up-to-the-minute conference reports and content downloads.
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
What to wear!
Some have been asking about the weather in Arkansas.
It looks like we will have highs in the low 90's and very little chance for rain. Lately, it has been rather humid during the day, but the humidity levels next week are predicted to be around 60%. The evenings are predicted to be in the low 70's.
Because we have had so much rain, you may want to pack some bug spray for outdoor activities (especially for golf).
For those going on the Eureka Springs tour, you may want to wear some comfortable shoes. The trolleys will drop you off at the uphill end of the shopping area downtown, and you walk downhill as you shop. The sidewalks tend to be somewhat uneven due to their age so you will want shoes that allow the surest footing.
Other than the shopping time in Eureka Springs, the tours are pretty low impact and won't even require much walking.
Please feel free to send me an email at jws09@uark.edu if you have any last minute questions.
It looks like we will have highs in the low 90's and very little chance for rain. Lately, it has been rather humid during the day, but the humidity levels next week are predicted to be around 60%. The evenings are predicted to be in the low 70's.
Because we have had so much rain, you may want to pack some bug spray for outdoor activities (especially for golf).
For those going on the Eureka Springs tour, you may want to wear some comfortable shoes. The trolleys will drop you off at the uphill end of the shopping area downtown, and you walk downhill as you shop. The sidewalks tend to be somewhat uneven due to their age so you will want shoes that allow the surest footing.
Other than the shopping time in Eureka Springs, the tours are pretty low impact and won't even require much walking.
Please feel free to send me an email at jws09@uark.edu if you have any last minute questions.
Monday, June 15, 2009
Pre- and Post-Harvest Factors of Beef Quality
This concurrent session will explore three different aspects of beef quality starting with an in-depth look at the relationship between beef quality and cattle welfare before harvest. This presentation will cover topics such as procurement of animals, pre-slaughter heat stress, transport to the abattoir, holding at the abattoir, stunning and harvest. Next will be a discussion on the effects of metabolites on beef color, exploring the possible mechanisms by which metabolites impact color. The final topic for this session will cover the interaction of meat packaging and enhancement as well as packaging effects on meat palatability and color stability. Plan to join us on Wednesday, June 24, 2009 in Rogers, AR from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.
Posted on Behalf of Bridget Wasser
Posted on Behalf of Bridget Wasser
Child care during banquet
I have had a question about my recent post about child care. We do not have official childcare during the day for the meetings, but we will provide childcare during the banquet. We will have a room available in the Hammons Center with a video and at least 4 adult volunteers to stay with the kids.
Friday, June 12, 2009
Places to eat
I am probably one of the pickiest people you have ever met when it comes to food and restaurants. That being said, there are not enough nights in the month for me to get my fill of good eating places in Rogers. Of course, Dr. Apple gave some input to this blog post, as well.
Across from the hotel
Carabba’s – some of the best Italian food
Bonefish Grill – Wonderful sea food and the best sirloin steak I’ve ever had
Crabby’s – Seafood. Has very good reviews!
Ruth’s Chris – High end steak house.
The Marketplace Grill
Eddie Haskell’s Patio Grill
Baker Bros. Deli
Across 540 at the Pinnacle Hills Promenade
P.F. Chang’s – Family Style Chinese Food, this used to be one of my fav's, but the last couple of times I've been there, its fallen flat. Still, it's a favorite of many
Texas Land and Cattle – Steaks. This is one of Dr. Apple’s favorites (he suggests the sliced, smoked sirloin). You’ll like it if you like a whole lot of garlic in your potatoes.
Mimi’s Café – Home cookin’ – The Apple family likes this one.
Chuck E. Cheese – Needs no explanation. Pizza, games, a mouse.
Fish City Grille – Casual Seafood
Red Lobster
Olive Garden
Steak and Shake
Guido’s Pizzaria
Einstein Bagel Co
Also in Rogers
Restaurant row – One exit to the North
On the Border – Good Mexican Food – great Fajitas and try the sizzling apple dessert.
Abuelos – Good Mexican Food
Chili’s – Casual dining
Johnny Carino’s Country Italian – Very good Italian.
In Bentonville
Shogun’s – Japanese
Lin’s Chinese Buffet
Whole Hog Café
Krispy Kreme Donuts
Northwest Arkansas Traditions – these are the locally owned places that it would really be a shame to come to Northwest Arkansas and not give at least one of them a try.
A. Q. Chicken House – Pan fried chicken. Home-style Atmosphere. My family has to make at least one trip to A.Q. every time they come to visit. There are locations in Fayetteville and Springdale. See their website http://www.aqchickenhouse.net/
Herman’s Ribhouse – Good steaks and BBQ. http://www.hermansribhouse.com/
Noodles Italian Kitchen – Good Italian Food – This is often a birthday dinner choice at the Yancey house. http://noodlesitaliankitchen.com/
Pesto Café – Dive Italian Food – This place is small (in an old motel office), but it is very good and is known for its Fayetteville funkiness with live music some nights in the summer. http://www.pestocafe.com/
Doe’s Meat Place – Fayetteville - Some of the largest steaks (Aged USDA Prime) you can find (order by the pound). Also known for its Cajun Tamales. http://www.arkansascommunities.com/Fayetteville/does.htm
Bordino’s – Fayetteville - Very Upscale restaurant and wine bar. www.bordinos.com
Flying Burrito – A Dr. Apple Must!!! Similar concept to Chipotle and FreeBirds Burritos. Great for lunch. The ones in Fayetteville pride themselves on Fayetteville funkiness. Several locations around Northwest Arkansas. http://www.flyingburritoco.com/
Across from the hotel
Carabba’s – some of the best Italian food
Bonefish Grill – Wonderful sea food and the best sirloin steak I’ve ever had
Crabby’s – Seafood. Has very good reviews!
Ruth’s Chris – High end steak house.
The Marketplace Grill
Eddie Haskell’s Patio Grill
Baker Bros. Deli
Across 540 at the Pinnacle Hills Promenade
P.F. Chang’s – Family Style Chinese Food, this used to be one of my fav's, but the last couple of times I've been there, its fallen flat. Still, it's a favorite of many
Texas Land and Cattle – Steaks. This is one of Dr. Apple’s favorites (he suggests the sliced, smoked sirloin). You’ll like it if you like a whole lot of garlic in your potatoes.
Mimi’s Café – Home cookin’ – The Apple family likes this one.
Chuck E. Cheese – Needs no explanation. Pizza, games, a mouse.
Fish City Grille – Casual Seafood
Red Lobster
Olive Garden
Steak and Shake
Guido’s Pizzaria
Einstein Bagel Co
Also in Rogers
Restaurant row – One exit to the North
On the Border – Good Mexican Food – great Fajitas and try the sizzling apple dessert.
Abuelos – Good Mexican Food
Chili’s – Casual dining
Johnny Carino’s Country Italian – Very good Italian.
In Bentonville
Shogun’s – Japanese
Lin’s Chinese Buffet
Whole Hog Café
Krispy Kreme Donuts
Northwest Arkansas Traditions – these are the locally owned places that it would really be a shame to come to Northwest Arkansas and not give at least one of them a try.
A. Q. Chicken House – Pan fried chicken. Home-style Atmosphere. My family has to make at least one trip to A.Q. every time they come to visit. There are locations in Fayetteville and Springdale. See their website http://www.aqchickenhouse.net/
Herman’s Ribhouse – Good steaks and BBQ. http://www.hermansribhouse.com/
Noodles Italian Kitchen – Good Italian Food – This is often a birthday dinner choice at the Yancey house. http://noodlesitaliankitchen.com/
Pesto Café – Dive Italian Food – This place is small (in an old motel office), but it is very good and is known for its Fayetteville funkiness with live music some nights in the summer. http://www.pestocafe.com/
Doe’s Meat Place – Fayetteville - Some of the largest steaks (Aged USDA Prime) you can find (order by the pound). Also known for its Cajun Tamales. http://www.arkansascommunities.com/Fayetteville/does.htm
Bordino’s – Fayetteville - Very Upscale restaurant and wine bar. www.bordinos.com
Flying Burrito – A Dr. Apple Must!!! Similar concept to Chipotle and FreeBirds Burritos. Great for lunch. The ones in Fayetteville pride themselves on Fayetteville funkiness. Several locations around Northwest Arkansas. http://www.flyingburritoco.com/
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