Culinary Director and Executive Chef Nicholas Walker spent last weekend preparing delicious, locally-sourced dishes as part of a fundraiser and educational event on a Milledgeville farm. The fourth annual Le Pied Du Mont Boucherie Festival, located at Comfort Farms, serves as a fundraiser and educational gathering of butchers, chefs, farmers and veterans coming together to […]
Are you looking to add a new side dish to your Thanksgiving feast? You must try Chef Walker’s Brussels Sprouts Gratin, made with all ingredients that make a Thanksgiving casserole irresistible. Brussels Sprouts Gratin Yield: 6 servings Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces, plus more for the dish Kosher salt 1 pound Brussels […]
Build Expo USA, the largest regional building and construction show producer in the United States, was the first event at Cobb Galleria Centre after reopening in July. “To call it challenging would be a huge understatement,” said Tyler Bryant, Vice President of Build Expo USA. “First, we knew we had to prepare for the show […]
Housekeeping Manager Jeri Wallis realizes that the cleanliness of public assembly facilities is of utmost importance during COVID-19. While previously, clients and guests would take for granted that restrooms and public spaces had been properly cleaned and disinfected, now such procedures are at the focal point for event planners, and the success of an event […]
The COVID-19 Pandemic has brought career challenges and shifts for many, not the least of which are banquet chefs. Culinary Director / Executive Chef Nicholas Walker has done very little banquet cooking at Cobb Galleria Centre since March, but he has kept busy with projects that he would never have had the opportunity to fit […]
No side dish says, “4th of July BBQ” more than corn on the cob. This year we’re trying out Chef Walker’s variation on the tradition with this yummy, Southern take on a corn side. Enjoy! Sautéed White Corn with Bacon, Scallions, and Goat Cheese Ingredients: 6 ears White Corn – cleaned from Cobb 1 Red […]
It’s almost Father’s Day! Culinary Director/Executive Chef and dad-of-two Nick Walker shares one of his favorite recipes for steak seasoning – a sure dad-pleaser on Father’s Day! INGREDIENTS 4 tablespoons sea salt 3 tablespoons butcher grind tri-colored peppercorn 3 tablespoons granulated garlic 1 tablespoon smoked paprika 1 tablespoon celery seed 3 tablespoon granulated onion 2 […]
You may know him from his friendly greeting while holding the door open when you enter Cobb Galleria Centre, or you may just know him as “Mr. Powers.” But what is clear to everyone who meets Public Safety Officer Edward Powers is that he has an enduring dedication to his work and his co-workers. “I […]
Let’s meet virtually at the Cobb Galleria Centre! Set the scene for your next teleconferencing meeting by bringing a little piece of the Cobb Galleria Centre into your planning session for your next event. These dynamic digital backdrops are set throughout our venue. Even though we can’t be together right now, this is one way […]
In a a high-tech world filled with impersonal communication, Director of Sales and Marketing Walter Kiley still believes in the value of relationship-building. “This business is a simple business. It’s about creating long lasting relationships with customers,” Kiley said. Kiley has led the 10-person sales and marketing team at the Cobb Galleria Centre since 1997 and […]