| San Juan Island’s long-time chef and foodie, Chef Joseph Foriska, leads The Bluff Restaurant ▪ Bar ▪ Terrace at Friday Harbor House. As a resident of the San Juan Islands for more than 15 years, Chef Foriska brings to the table a familiarity of the San Juan Island culinary community and strong relationships with local purveyors. After working at some of the area’s most renowned dining establishments, we feel honored to have him on board at The Bluff.
Most recently, Foriska served as food and beverage purchasing manager at Roche Harbor Resort, overseeing culinary offerings for five distinct venues within the resort including McMillins Dining Room and the Madrona Grill. During his tenure from 2006-2009, the McMillans wine program was consecutively awarded Wine Spectator’s “Award of Excellence.”
Prior to Roche Harbor Resort, Foriska owned, operated and served as executive chef at Fleur de Lys, a French-inspired fine dining restaurant on San Juan Island. He has held chef positions with some of San Juan Island’s most respected venues, including Vinny’s Restaurant where he served as sous chef under Chef Roberto Carrerri, a master chef specializing in Northwest Italian cuisine. Foriska also worked under Master Chef Gretchen Allison as sous chef at Duck Soup Inn, one of the most celebrated restaurants in the San Juan Islands.
Using fresh, local ingredients whenever possible, Foriska will keep his food preparation straightforward and pure, working with local purveyors to utilize the fresh fare of the San Juan Islands and Pacific Northwest.
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