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.

Chef Malag has been the recipient of culinary awards from such institutions as Iowa Beef Producers, Iowa Pork Producers Association, soy food council, Iowa restaurant association and others. 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 “oak view” at the Tournament Club of Iowa. Chef Malag also gives back to the community by donating to organizations such as American Culinary Federation Des Moines chapter , Ronald Macdonald House and others.

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