DAIRY INSIGHTS

From artisan pizzas to savory small plates, discover how chefs and foodservice operators are using Real California dairy to craft innovative dishes that elevate menus, drive profits, and delight guests.

Great menus start with great ingredients—and California dairy delivers. Get inspired and see how Real California dairy can make a difference on your menu.

How Chefs Are Using California Dairy

pizza

Watch Chef Giovanni Labbate detail his Sunset in Sonoma pizza, which tastefully pairs Real California mozzarella, ricotta, and white cheddar cheeses with a garlic confit cream sauce and caramelized onions.

Appetizer

See Chef Victoria Elizondo craft her Tres Quesos Potosinas—a cheese-centric, savory small bite featuring Real California Cotija, crema, queso fresco, requesón, and enchilado cheeses.

Entrée

Enjoy Chef Ismaele Romano break down his Costa D’Oro Veal Lasagne, showcasing Real California Milk, Dry Jack, and Crescenza in a beautiful interpretation of a classic Italian entrée.

How California Dairy Adds Value to Your Menu

rEAL cHEFS, rEAL sOLUTIONS

The California Milk Advisory Board asked experienced chefs who spec Real California Dairy products for their innovative ideas. Here’s what they told us.

California dairy products:
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