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Hometown: Germany
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He began an apprenticeship in Bakery and Pastry, and in Cooking at 15 years of age.
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He worked at the Preakness Hills Country Club, at the famed Le Pavillon restaurant and the Plaza Hotel in New York City
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He began undergrad studies in Business Administration at the University of Pittsburgh.
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He earned his Master's degree in business administration at University of Pittsburgh.
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He won the James Beard Award for Lifetime Achievement.
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Herbed Lemon Rice
Ingredients:
-1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
-1/2 small onion, minced
-1/2 cup long-grain rice
-1 bay leaf 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
-1 cup chicken stock or canned low-sodium broth
-2 tablespoons dry white wine
-1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
-1/2 teaspoon salt
-2 teaspoons finely chopped tarragon