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Crushing the Culinary Competition

Alyssa Frisby is Heating Things Up in an Epic Statewide Cooking Battle

Alyssa Frisby standing in a kitchen, holding a pan of dessert

We are so proud of our very own, Alyssa Frisby! She is the best registered dietitian, senior brand and project manager, instructor, culinary student, and all-around human being you could ever meet.

Alyssa began attending Pulaski Tech Culinary Institute last fall, and has shown excellent dedication and passion towards her studies. On March 29, Frisby is participating in the elite American Culinary Federation’s Regional Qualifying Competition in Omaha, Nebraska. She will represent the University of Arkansas Pulaski Tech Culinary School Student Team that is seeking eligibility in the National Competition.

She was also chosen to be on Chef Donnie Ferneau’s Team that will participate in the Arkansas Diamond Chef Competition this spring. Diamond Chef is a fast-paced, high stakes culinary battle featuring some of the best chefs in the state alongside future culinary standouts. This event will take place at the Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management Institute on April 3.

These opportunities highlight Alyssa’s dedication to advancing her culinary expertise, which she integrates into her work in culinary medicine at UAMS.

Good luck, Alyssa!

Alyssa Frisby standing behind a table with samples of pumpkin chia pudding. The table is in a convention center and is decorated for fall

Posted on March 20, 2025

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