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'Chopped' Champion Joseph Raiola Joins iPlay America as Executive Chef

Freehold, N.J. — Chef Joseph Raiola, a fifth-season winner on the Food Network show “Chopped,” has joined iPlay America as executive chef.

Raiola brings more than 25 years of progressive and innovative experience in the culinary industry, including positions as executive chef with Morton’s Steakhouse in Brooklyn, Tavern on the Green, The Plaza Hotel and Tribeca Grill. In addition to his culinary skills, he has also managed high volume corporate and social events for as many as 3,500 guests.

Chef Raiola will add his touch to menu for Game Time Bar & Grill, along with signature dishes, daily specials, a tapas menu and brunch menu. He will also work with iPlay America’s Event Center and sales staff to develop new and exciting menus for corporate and private events.

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“With Chef Joe leading the culinary team, we know he is going to ‘wow’ our clients,” said Jessica Schwartz,” director of marketing for iPlay America. “We are excited to bring a chef of this caliber to the guests of iPlay America!”

For more information, contact Jillian Schiazza at (732) 577-8200 or jillians@iplayamerica.com.

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