Drexel culinary student wins Fresh Hass Avocado recipe contest

Students in Drexel University's Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts and Food Science programs competed for cash awards at the June 3 Fresh Hass Avocado Student Recipe Competition in Philadelphia. Jessica Leung, a junior in the Culinary Arts program, took first place and $750 with her avocado plantain trio.

Student winner Jessica Leung with her winning dish

Food Science major Zack Goldstein won second place and $500 for bacon wrapped avocado served on fried corn tortilla. Chris Paul's Haitian revolution maki and Rob Fournier's Pacific summer rolls tied for third place, with each student taking home $125.

(l to r) Drexel student winners Chris Paul, Jessica Leung, Zack Goldstein and Rob Fournier

Renowned cookbook author and Emmy Award-winning TV host of "Christina Cooks!" Christina Pirello joined Drexel faculty and staff to judge the 12 semifinalist recipes. For more information about Drexel, visit www.drexel.edu.