Executive Chef

Ephraim J. Malag

Executive Chef at the Tournament Club of Iowa, Ephraim J. Malag, brings a flavor of international and regional expertise to the Tournament Club of Iowa.

As a native of Hawaii, Ephraim Malag started his interest in superior cuisine early and formally studied Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management. Mr. Malag’s experience includes cooking and food service positions, of growing management responsibilities, with Applebee’s Corporation in Georgia, MARIAH Port of Call in San Diego, State of Iowa, Harvester Golf of Rhodes, IA and others.

Mr. Malag has been the recipient of culinary awards from such institutions as Iowa Beef Producers, Iowa Pork Producers Association, American Culinary Federation and others. Additionally, he is doing research for an upcoming Fusion Cook Book that he’s writing.

Chef Malag’s personal philosophy is to present traditional and contemporary dishes with “a flair” of international influence derived primarily from French-style and Pacific Rim-style recipes. A personal favorite of Ephraim is his own Macadamia Nut Crusted Bone-in Pork Loin with Achiote Cream Sauce!

The Chef is a very personable professional and frequently visits with guests at their table for feedback on the dining experience at The Oakview Restaurant at the Tournament Club of Iowa.

At the Tournament Club of Iowa diners can look for menus reflective of upscale and casual cuisine that will change seasonally as well as frequent daily and weekly specials focusing creatively on various ethnic food offerings. Anticipated “signature” items are likely to be salmon, pork, and beef “with a flair”!