A few weeks ago, I interviewed Executive Chef Frank Brunacci and the Director of Food and Beverage, Philipp Posch of Trump International Hotel & Tower. These gentlemen were instrumental in the facilitation of this unique certification. You see the Trump International Hotel & Tower® Chicago made a critical announcement that they will now be the first luxury hotel in North America to offer a certified organic, in-room dining menu. This is such a big deal because it is the first time that this kind of organic certification had been issued. To boot, it was done in accordance to the organic standards by Oregon Tilth Certified Organic (OTCO) which is an internationally recognized symbol of organic integrity. OTCO provides a system that combines strict production standards, on-site inspections, and legally binding contracts to protect the producers and buyers of organic products. Oregon Tilth is also a nonprofit research and education membership organization, dedicated to biologically sound and socially equitable agriculture.
Guests can enjoy Executive Chef Frank Brunacci’s award-winning cuisine that is now certified organic! It is the ultimate culinary experience for guests that wish to indulge in the new In-room dining menu while staying at Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago!
I have been asked by many people on Twitter, Skype, email, etc., if this is a legitimate certification or just some kind of fancy certificate that can be bought. The certification obtained was something that a whole team of people worked really hard to get. It is not something that you can simply purchase.
For those of you that missed the live show, here is the link to the actual podcast of the show.
This is something people who demand organic should be very happy about because thanks to the Trump Organization, the bar has been set. Hotels, restaurants, resorts, etc will see the same value now that Trump International Hotel & Tower® Chicago did. Organic is here to stay!
Take a look at some of these delectable dishes created by Trump Chicago. They are part of the menu! Are you hungry yet?
Trump International Hotel & Tower® Chicago's Organic Rich Chocolate Cake
Trump International Hotel & Tower® Chicago's Organic - Butternut squash
If you would like to learn more about what exactly is involved with the process of obtaining an organic certification, please listen to my interview with Ms. Gwendolyn Wyard, from Oregon Tilth.
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Since years i am interested to organic products, your articles made me more rich!
That is great June
Hi June, Great post!
This is very timely for the organic health awareness era we’re living in, very cool, indeed! 🙂 It’s great to see more and more hotels becoming environmentally-friendly and organic-minded! It’s wonderful and it gives me hope!
Hey there 🙂 I just found your site. I liked Gwendolyn’s interview and thought she was really great. So much more to learn about organic!
I really hope that more restaurants will go organic now. This is great news. Glad to know things are changing for the better!
Thanks for the clarification of organic certification. It certainly isn’t something you just run out and pick up. Oh, and the next time you talk to Executive Chef Frank Brunacci, tell him the pictures of his creations are fabulous and I can only imagine they are super delish! Good thing I’m not holding a fork. Could have easily stabbed my PC screen!
Great shows. Learned a lot from both. Just downloaded all of your shows. Thanks!
Hi there I live in West Valley City, Utah. I had to stop and comment on your blog. Thank you very much for sharing the scoop with us. It did make me also wonder and it is nice to learn about what people go through to get the certification. Thanks!
I am extremely impressed with the show. It has taught me a lot about what it is involved. Apparently, Trump lives up to his name because he hires the best. The chef really is something else. It figures he is from the Ritz Carlton! Nice to see these guys actually care about the local farmer.
Keep up the nice quality writing. It’s rare to see a nice site like this that offers truth for a change.
I thought this was also a rumor as well. Thank you for clarifying this and for explaining that this is a good thing. I just figured it was something that if you had the bucks, you could get it to attract new visitors.
The food looks really good. Many blessings.
This is an impressive certification process! Wow!! But it all just proves that hard work is showing (organic) fruits!
Learning about Trump’s team going through a lot of trouble for this, I truly feel honored and know I made the right decision to be an official sponsor of The Organic View.
Not only does the Trump team offer a healthy and life-enriching experience, they also really go the extra hundred miles to meet their guest’s requirements. This is simply outstanding.
As a coach, I keep saying to my clients that excellence really is not so much in the a big innovative idea only, but in all the hands that are being coordinated in a concentrated effort of constructing something from start to finish, with lots of little action steps just adding up, when the plans are implemented. Thumbs up for Trump’s team who do this with great care and dedication. This can be observed here very clearly.
Looking forward to personally testing and tasting the in-room organic culinary delights… and who knows, perhaps Oprah calls me next week, so that we can all celebrate the event with a toast on writing organic history in Trumps’ Tower Chicago.
I make it my intent to be there 😉 with or without Oprah… and here is to more Z.I.N.G. from The Organic View –
ZEAL – INSPIRATION – NEW IDEAS – GUIDANCE
Keep sparkling!!
Lydia Proschinger
Conventional Foods, You’re Fired! My wife bought herself a THERMOMIX afew months ago and as a result that headline is her motto! Thanks for your post RICH :0)
Not all restaurants serve junk but the majority do. Making vegetables and fruits organic is what is important here. Glad to know someone is on the right track!
I really enjoyed reading this. Thanks!
Would it be ok to use it on my blog?
I really enjoyed your post. It was nice to hear it from the source without all of the bloody commercials. I really like you show! Great interview with these folks.
Had my hubby listen to it when we drove up to VT last weekend. Great show!
How impressive that they do custom requests! Worth every penny! LOLOLOLOL
Once you’ve gone organic, you can never go back! This is news that should have been on the front page! Thank you for telling the world about this new certification!
Incredible experience going organic!
Excellent news for organic! It’s about time someone got the ball rolling!
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Love the food pictures here. Great job with the interview and in spreading the news. I am definitely staying tuned to your show. Looking forward to more!
Whilst I visit the States, I will visit Chicago. It was nice to see how they went about doing this and that Trump’s hotel was not effected by the egg debacle. Smart move to keep it local and organic. Congratulations and best wishes for even more success!
Good job guys!
Trump….the organic avenger!
Informative and interesting post and show!!!keep it up..
The entire story is really interesting. You would think it was just some marketing thing but it is far from that. I like how both men are not even Americans but have made a change here. What a great impact! More people need to step up to the plate!
I thought it was a smart idea to actually get the information from the people who wanted this certification. It just goes to show that if you work for a company that really values your input, that things can change on a broad scale. This was so delightful to listen to. I intend to visit Chicago one day and will stay at the hotel. It sounds really lovely. It is really important that the Trump Hotel is also supporting local organic farms. Excellent show!
Dale Arnold- Boston
Nice to know you actually interviewed the people responsible and not just their pr reps. Great interview. Learned a lot!
Thanks for putting this out there. I never know what is fact or fiction with organic. I genuinely like your site. Good job!
Very good show! I’ve found your site via Google and I’m really glad about the information you provide in your articles. The show was really interesting, especially what the chef had to say. I enjoyed it very much.
It is interesting to hear how and why they obtained this certification. Thanks for explaining it all. Glad to know it was well thought out and not for marketing.
Glad to hear there is progress in America! Thank you.
Didn’t think it was true. Thanks.
Just found your site and heard the show. It is such great news to find. Thank you!
I would love to see someone from Monsanto on The Apprentice and watch them get ripped apart by organic companies.
Glad to know Mr. Trump is on the organic side. Bravo!!!!
Way to go, guys!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
That cake looks amazing! I dont eat meat or fish but like what I am seeing.
Good pics of the food! I’ve added this blog to my RSS reader 🙂 Cant wait 4 the day when organic is mainstream. Bye-bye yucky gmo foods!:)
Thanks for the post. I also thought it was hogwash. Glad to know this is real. When are they going to offer it at other hotels? Are they going to offer organic linens and eco room furniture? Looking forward to it!
I never cared for Trump and thought he was just a big shot. After reading this, it is nice to see someone with that kind of money actually doing a lot of good other than for himself. It has given me a new perspective. Thank you!
We just couldn’t leave your web page before letting you know that we truly loved the quality info you provide for your visitors! This is interesting new that not one paper covered! Glad to know there is such progress being made!
Money can’t buy Trump! Ha, Ha Monsanto! Well done, gentlemen!
So, are they going to feature non-organic mfg’s and fire them in an upcoming episode of The Apprentice? That would be really funny!
Glad to see that people are moving in the right direction!
I hope it is only a matter of time that everyone else follows. As a traveler, it is as you said, hard to eat out when there is so much junk in American food.
I want to eat the pictures they look sooo good!
Wow! Thank you! It is such a huge victory, indeed! Way to go Trump!
Good to know more people are getting it right! Good job!
Amazing website here with great info. I really enjoyed reading your blog and I love the way you write.
Sweet post.
YUM-O!
Extremely insightful. I love the way you write. Just subscribed to your RSS feed. Thanks!
Organic and Kosher too!
This is an interesting article.They did such a great job. Thanks for the information about the process and the hotel.
When is the Organic Apprentice going to be?
I’ve been to the hotel and it is true. They even had gluten free foods too!
OMG I love your site
Thanks for a great post. I actually downloaded the show too!
Leave it to two foreigners to get the job done! Wake up, America, get with the program! Organic is the future! Stop Monsanto before they annihilate the world.
Funny title, I was thinking along the same lines. Adam
Hey very nice blog!! I have bookmarked your blog and have subscribed on itunes. Can you get Dr Oz on?
Heard about this site from twitter. Glad to see organic making a stand for once! Thank you Mr. Trump!
Thanks for such a great interview. The food looks so good it is making me hungry! I am sure they are The Bomb at Trump’s Hotel! Gotta get to Chi-town soon!
very good article. enjoyed the interview very much.,thanks for sharing.
People that have allergies and dietary restrictions have it tough. It is nice to see that they are offering this service. I hope that it becomes the norm!
I truly appreciate you taking the time to post this. I really liked the interview and was very impressed. I have never been to Chicago but I would love to try those pancakes!
Your interview was great. You mention such great things here and it is always pleasure to read your blog. Hope to hear more and learn from you.
By far the most concise and up to date information I found on their going organic. It is the start of a new beginning for organic!
Yay for organic!
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The pics say it all! Chef Frank prepares exceptionally great foods with organics! Can’t wait to try them!
Terrific show! You’re hired!
Well, this is my first visit to your site!Your show provided us valuable information.You have done a marvelous job with the interview and also raising awareness!
Great news for the organic industry!
I read your post and think that anyone who does anything for organic, regardless of income is a hero!
Yes I would much rather eat organic food than eat some Montosana genetically modified Franken-foods with pesticides in them.
Yay for organic!
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