Chef Billy Ross Joins The Silo Cooking School—And He’s Bringing Wild Mushrooms

Pull up a chair and unbuckle that apron because we’ve got some seriously exciting news for food lovers, fungi fanatics, and risotto aficionados alike. Chef Billy Ross, the culinary ace from Greca Mediterranean Kitchen + Bar, is stepping into the spotlight at The Silo Cooking School alongside Chef Dino Kolitsas. The team just got stronger, tastier, and downright unstoppable.

Chef Billy is no stranger to bringing bold flavors to the table, but now, he’s trading the line at Greca for the iconic kitchens of The Silo Cooking School. And he’s wasting no time putting his incredible talent to work—his first class, Wild Mushrooms & Risotto, is set to drop on November 4, 2024, and it promises to be an earthy, buttery, and utterly delicious adventure.

This isn’t just a cooking class; it’s an epicurean experience. Chef Billy will kick things off with a deep-dive tutorial on the wild world of mushrooms. Expect to learn why mushrooms are nutritional powerhouses and how to source, forage, and select the very best of the region’s seasonal offerings. Whether you’re combing through farmers' markets or trekking through the forest, Chef Billy will arm you with the know-how to track down the perfect specimens to level up your kitchen game.

But it doesn’t stop there. Mushrooms may be the star, but risotto is the soulful balladeer in this show. Chef Billy will guide students through the delicate, hypnotic art of making risotto—the way to coax creamy perfection out of humble Arborio rice. He’ll also dish out rustic yet refined techniques for showcasing wild mushrooms in all their savory glory. Truffles? Chanterelles? Porcini? Oh yeah, we’re going there. This class isn’t just about cooking—it’s a love letter to late autumn’s earthy bounty.

There’s something deeply poetic about Chef Billy joining The Silo Cooking School. It’s almost like the mushrooms were calling him here. The Silo has always been a place to celebrate the marriage of flavors, the seasons, and the stories behind the food. To have someone of Chef Billy’s caliber teaching the magic of transforming wild, untamed ingredients into dishes worth writing home about? It’s no coincidence—it’s fate.

Under the leadership of Chef Dino, The Silo Cooking School has poured its heart into being a space where culinary artistry meets community. And bringing Chef Billy into the fold is another step in that beautiful vision. Together, these culinary powerhouses are curating a lineup of unforgettable classes and experiences, inspiring everyone from seasoned food lovers to kitchen newcomers.

If you’ve been teetering on the edge of signing up for a class at The Silo, here’s your sign. Chef Billy Ross’s Wild Mushrooms & Risotto on 11/04/2024 is your ticket to learning how to source smarter, cook better, and savor more boldly. Spaces are limited, and trust us, you don’t want to miss this.

Welcome to The Silo Cooking School, Chef Billy. The mushrooms—and all of us—can hardly wait.