Hyde Park, NY 鈥 Joe Gurrera, best known for his Citarella epicurean markets, spoke to associate degree graduates
of The Culinary Institute of America during commencement ceremonies at the
college鈥檚 New York campus on December 20.
At the forefront of New York City鈥檚 gourmet food revolution
for decades, Mr. Gurrera also owns Lockwood & Winant at the Fulton Fish Market and hospitality seafood
purveyor Meat Without Feet. Continuing as a
trailblazer and innovator in the gourmet hospitality scene, he is growing his
online seafood store and recently opened his first wine shop, Citarella Wines & Spirits.
鈥淜now that you have to recognize talent in others,鈥 Mr. Gurrera told recipients of degrees in Culinary Arts and
Baking & Pastry Arts. 鈥淎 key ingredient to success is surrounding yourself with the right people: those with the same high
standards, experts in their field, who share your passion and vision, and make
you better.鈥
Mr. Gurrera gives back to the
community in his native New York, as an active supporter of organizations like Citymeals on Wheels, City Harvest, The American Cancer
Society, and Long Island Hospice Care Network. In addition to being a member of
the CIA鈥檚 Society of Fellows, Mr. Gurrera is a member
of the board of the New Fulton Fish Market Cooperative.
The entire CIA graduation ceremony, including Mr. Gurrera鈥檚 keynote address, can be .
Photo Caption and Hi-Res Image:
Gourmet hospitality innovator Joe Gurrera speaks to graduates of The Culinary Institute of America at the college鈥檚 New
York campus on December 20, 2017. (Photo
credit: CIA/Phil Mansfield)
Media Contact:
Jeff Levine
Communications Manager
845-451-1372
Jeff.Levine@culinary.edu
Founded in 1946, The Culinary Institute of America is the world鈥檚 premier
culinary college. Dedicated to developing leaders in foodservice and
hospitality, the independent, not-for-profit CIA offers bachelor鈥檚 degrees in
management, culinary arts, culinary science, and applied food studies, and
associate degrees in either culinary arts or baking and pastry arts. The
college also offers executive education through its Food Business School along
with certificate programs and courses for professionals and enthusiasts. Its
conferences, leadership initiatives, and consulting services have made the CIA
the think tank of the food industry and its worldwide network of nearly 50,000
alumni includes innovators in every area of the food business. The CIA has
locations in New York, California, Texas, and Singapore.
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