Meet Udi's - Doron Bar-on

Doron Bar-On

“He’s here?!” Whispers of his arrival flood the halls at Udi’s, each time with great anticipation and awe. His name is Doron Baron – renowned chef in Israel and Udi’s younger brother. Doron comes to Denver a few times a year to collaborate with Robin and Udi in concepts and new foods for our catering menu and restaurants. He also tests all the current menus each time he comes to insure consistency in taste and quality.

Doron was born and raised in the Yizrael Valley. “My family emigrated from Vienna and brought with them the tastes and smells of a home they remembered from Europe. To these were added the smells and vibrant colors of the fertile Yizrael Valley:  Pungent garlic of early spring, red fragrant watermelons in summer and zesty citrus fruits in the winter. As a boy, long before I learned to cook, I learned to plow, to sow, to pick olives and pears, to respect the dark heavy earth of this valley.”

It’s no wonder how such amazing plates come from any kitchen with his input and encouragement.

Forks in hand, we eagerly await trying what new masterpiece our guest Chef has inspired. This time, it’s a perfect symphony of fresh crisp produce, seeds and simple dressings. We’ve named it the Sunshine Salad (available as a side, or entrée salad through our catering) because of it burst of flavor, and bright colors. The combination consists of a light and healthy array of red cabbage, green onions, carrots, parsley, and sprouts topped with crumbled Feta cheese, toasted sunflower seeds, and a lemon and olive oil dressing.

Watching Doron and his niece Robin work together in the kitchen is nothing short of mesmerizing. Their combined techniques and knowledge of ingredients make for unusual yet addictive twists on ordinary items. Take the Wasabi Chicken Sandwich for example. Nestled in our Challah, a seared and perfectly seasoned chicken breast is topped with a creamy wasabi sauce, and rests on a bed of romaine and peppery arugula.

When he’s not in our kitchen, you might find him at his home – a culinary haven. Between Meggido and Nazareth, Doron and his wife host a cooking class ( The iCook Workshop http://baron.co.il/ )  in their very own garden, a kitchen on a farm, an artist's studio.

“This is the place where I cook, the source from which I draw my inspiration.
I cook with excitement and passion. I cook wonderful simple food.”

Comments

[Kim]

How do we order online?

[Kimberly]

OMG!!!!! I was informed about your gluten free bread - to purchase it at Whole Foods...I did and I am AMAZED! - this is the BEST bread I have EVER tasted that doesn't choke you or have to be toasted to eat - gluten free bread that is....I LOVE IT!! It's like eating REAL wheat or whole grain bread without the worry of allergy body shock! THANK YOU!!

[Stacey]

Are all your products wheat free as well as gluten free?

[Mary]

I have eaten tons of gluten-free bread since I was diagnosed seven years ago and yours is, without a doubt, the very best g-f bread I have ever had. I cannot tell the difference between it and regular gluten bread. I did not think I would ever taste good bread again in my lifetime. THANK YOU--THANK YOU--THANK YOU!! I am your loyal customer. I simply cannot express how much this means to me.

[Jen Cafferty]

Please please please make a gluten-free braided challah. I miss it so much and my kids have never tasted the "real thing." My attempts are useless and I have faith that you can create one for all of us longing for challah!

[barry]

After my wife found Udi's, her celiac disease became much more manageable. To say thanks, I wrote an article on Udi's gluten free products on Fresh Radar (www.freshradar.com). Check it out, and thanks Udi's!

[Dganit Weiss]

I cannot say enough good things about these bagels and the loaf of bread that my husband brought home to me a few days ago. I have NEVER EVER felt a squishy piece of gluten free bread. If you don't toast regular gluten free bread or bagels after you defrost them then they are horrible to say the least. Not so with Udi's. This bread and these bagels are REAL NORMAL AMAZING AND SOFT. You are a miracle baker! Bless you! and Thank You!
Any chance of a "normal" size gluten free challah? If anyone can do it, you can!

[marikaye Disalle]

what about gluten free hamburger buns? Do you make these?

[Jenny Roberts]

any chance Udi's would open in Winter Park?
we need a strong, reliable super-restaurant at the resort!!
please come!!

[Nancy]

Would you consider getting a kosher certificate so we could serve your delicious gluten free breads at the Tulsa Jewish Retirement Center?

[Grace]

I would like to open a franchise in Houston, TX. Who can I talk to and get more information? Thanks, Grace.