SCOTTSDALE, Arizona, September 6, 2011 -  When Larry Kordower was introduced to Master Chef, Diego Bolanos, it was without a doubt love at first bite. Bolanos, who moved to Scottsdale from San Diego last year, was searching for an opportunity to showcase his ability to combine classic and international flavors in traditional dishes. Kordower, owner of Pinnacle Grille in North Scottsdale was hoping to find a chef with exceptional talent and the ability to create delectable yet affordable dishes.  It was immediately a match made in culinary heaven. 
 

Diego Bolanos has been a chef in the hospitality business for over ten years, cooking in the kitchens of some of the best restaurants, hotels, and casinos in Southern California. He was named "Best Chef" in San Diego Magazine 2008. In 2009, San Diego Tribune selected his burger as the best in the city. Bolanos has truly found his niche in North Scottsdale at Pinnacle Grille, where gourmet burgers are just one of the many items that can be found on the menu. 

 

Since accepting the position of Master Chef at Pinnacle Grille in May of 2011, Bolanos has collaborated with Kordower on many new menu items including salmon, scallops, steak and pesto flavored chicken. All dishes are flavorful, unique, delectable, and all distinctly Diego Bolanos. 

 

Perhaps the most exciting change that Bolanos has brought to Pinnacle Grille is the addition of a complete breakfast menu, including traditional omelets, pancakes, oatmeal, and some non-traditional items such as Pinnacle Grille French toast which is made with Texas toast dipped in homemade batter and stuffed with strawberries and cheese sauce. According to Pinnacle Grille owner, Larry Kordower, "Diego's creations are what Pinnacle Grille is all about. His dishes are tasty and distinctive ...we are making fine dining affordable." Kordower goes on to say, "Wonderful food shouldn't cost a fortune and we wanted to create a menu that allows customers a new option every time they come through the door to dine with us.