A Celebration of the Pistachio Harvest and its bounty of culinary delights
The Elbow Room Bar & Grill, Pismo’s, and Riley’s Brew Pub, three popular restaurants from the heart of Pistachio country, competed for the title of the “Best Pistachio Recipes” in cocktail, appetizer, entrée and dessert categories. The winners were chosen by a panel of pistachio growers. And the "Best Pistachio Recipes" are …
Best Appetizer 
Hamachi Sashimi Aguachili with Pistachios
By Executive Chef Eric Rodriguez, Elbow Room Bar & Grill
Best Entrée 
Braised Lamb Shank with Bing Cherry Pistachio Farro
By Executive Chef Michael Vernon, Pismo’s Coastal Grill
