Chef J had another successful night of UCOOK with his Mexican Menu.  Grilled Fish Tacos, Margaritas, Chorizo Fondue, Pico de Gallo, and Homemade Tortillas.

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UCOOK started back up in style with our new chef, Chef J Martinez.  He fired up the grills and got the new September menu kicked off with a "Chill and Grill" menu.  The "perfect" steak, garlic mashed potatoes, firecracker shrimp, and grilled peaches and vanilla bean ice cream.

Chef Eric B. Lewis is no stranger to service. Formerly the executive chef at Samaritan House of Atlanta, his first memories of catering revolved around private parties for friends and coworkers. With roughly ten years of experience under his belt, Lewis' ingratiating spirit and culinary imagination have earned him praise from food critics and diners alike.

Lewis' first foray as a restaurant chef was Elegant Soul, a self-owned catering company in Atlanta. At Elegant Soul, east met west with succulently-fused French and American flavors in artistically presented dishes. From there Lewis ventured into a more buffet-style setting at the Crown Plaza Ravinia Hotel, preparing high volumes of foods for countless guests to the city. He quickly advanced from kitchen staff to executive sous chef at The Cabin Room, where he was second in charge of maintaining and supervising kitchen activities. It was here that Lewis honed in on his managerial skills by learning everything from purchase orders to supplies.

Looking to carry his culinary experience to a different venue, Lewis accepted a position as catering chef at Emory University. While at Emory he carefully designed menus for some of the most vocal food critics - college students. After a successful stint with Emory, Lewis continued his educational theme as food service director at the Morehouse School of Medicine. While at Morehouse, he was responsible for an array of areas including staff training, labor scheduling and menu development.

In 2006, Lewis served as executive chef at the Kroger Test Center. He worked closely with the company's corporate chef to implement new pre-packed product and give it a gourmet spin.

In 2007, Lewis served as an ACF mentor, coaching and preparing high school students for the Pro Start National Culinary Competition. Under his tutelage, he led the students to a second place finish.

Lewis has received various awards and accolades for cold food, seafood and four course preparations. In 2008, Lewis was tapped to serve as the Culinary Expert for burgeoning on-line magazine, StarChild.

Recently, Lewis - always in tune with popular tastes - re-visited and embraced his dream as executive chef and owner of Elegant Soul Catering.

Lewis received his associate degree in Culinary Arts from the Art Institute of Atlanta in December 2003.

We now feature a premium meeting space for your business or personal needs with space for up to 60! The space features a projector, 84" TV, PowerPoint capabilities, Internet, podium, tables, & chairs. There is also a sink/bar area with a refrigerator. We can also provide drinks and refreshments for your party!

Have a birthday, anniversary party, or work related event at the Merrillville U Cook Cooking School. Hands on Cooking Classes are fun, entertaining and educational. People are flocking in from Chesterton, Valparaiso, and Ogden Dunes all the way to Lansing, Illinois, Schererville and Munster.

Nearly New Grand Opening March 6, 2009 was celebrated at 5150 E. US Hwy 30 at the U Cook cooking school located inside the Sevice Doctor showroom.  Join us for the Service Doctor 10th Anniversery Celibration on April 4th from 10 am to 6 pm.

Win Great Prizes.

Airfare for two, flat screen TV, Nintendo WII, gift cards $400 in Free U Cook classes, T shirts, $500 in Free carpet Cleaning, 2 free bathtub resurfacings and much, much more.  

Participate in the new cooking school.  Hands on lessons by Chef John Rooney and Mario Valtierra.  Free Food and refreshments.  

We can meet any of your remodeling needs inside and outside your home.  

Live Remote with Steve Zana Indiana 105.  We love Country.  Portion of sales on this day donated to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Northwest Indiana.

One Convenient Showroom.  Service Doctor Remodeling and Design  Spike & Buddy's Home Furnishing & Interior Design U Cook Entertaining Culinary Experience.

Hands On" cooking classes created by Chef John Rooney. Learn to prepare all kinds of foods to perfection and then enjoy the finished meal! Classes are tailor made to suit your needs!