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    The Next Gen
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    The Next Gen

    A one-inch truffle mushroom rice crisp with saffron aioli — the next generation in a single taste

    Spotting and backing the next generation of event builders

    Why this bite? Greg's current chapter is about nurturing the next generation of event builders. Truffle arancini — a classic form reimagined with modern flair — is the perfect metaphor.

    The Story

    After stepping away from day-to-day leadership, Greg Topalian didn't retire — he evolved. Now he's focused on identifying and investing in the next generation of builders, the entrepreneurs reimagining what live events can be. This truffle arancini — a classic form reimagined with modern flair — represents his current chapter: using decades of wisdom to nurture new ideas and help them take shape.

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    Prep: 45 minYield: 12 pieces

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups arborio rice
    • Truffle oil
    • Mixed wild mushrooms
    • Mozzarella
    • Saffron aioli
    • Panko breadcrumbs

    Preparation

    1. 1.Cook risotto with truffle oil and sautéed mushrooms, chill completely.
    2. 2.Form into balls with a cube of mozzarella in the center.
    3. 3.Coat in panko and deep fry until golden.
    4. 4.Serve with saffron aioli for dipping.