Maroochy RSL's new chef brings the world to our plates this New YearMAROOCHY RSL and its expert team keeps raising the bar and has welcomed new face, Corey Wheatley, as head chef to its busy restaurants ahead of the Christmas rush.Born in Maryland, USA and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Corey has just moved to the Sunshine Coast from Canberra and brings a wealth of experience from restaurants around the globe.The passionate chef has travelled the world to cook up a storm in different cultural cuisines and is looking forward to serving up some fresh new fare to locals and visitors."I moved from Hawaii to Port Douglas and took on the role of Head Chef at Lily's on the Lagoon, Novotel Twin Waters back in 2001," Corey said."I then managed two kitchens in Thredbo before I made the move to Canberra, where I took on an Executive Chef position."Before relocating to the Sunshine Coast Corey also helped a friend launch their bakery specialising in authentic artesian breads and sourdough.Corey said he was eager to see what working for a larger club would be like having mostly worked at smaller intimate restaurants."I am excited to join a popular, busy club's restaurant and café and reinventing the menu has been a fun challenge, ensuring that members and guests can still enjoy favourite dishes but have an opportunity to try something new."Corey's own favourite food is South-western cuisine, featuring clever quesadillas and spicy salads to suit everyone's tastebuds."The menu has some new exciting tastes on offer and I am keen to have feedback from our diners over Summer. I understand that Australian diners like fusion and I love to use local produce and suppliers, which Maroochy RSL is well-known for supporting," he said."You really can taste the difference and I'm amazed by the high quality that many local farms, fishing companies and growers have to offer - my job has to be the best on the Coast for giving me the chance to sample and serve up the best food locally!"Infusion Bistro offers a range of weekly specials for members including its three-course dinner for $14.95 on Monday nights, Mad Mexican Tuesdays and on Wednesdays kids eat free!News
