A shared focus on local sourcing, quality and unique flavours has brought together chefs Tomáš Levý and Martin Jokver from Chuť Moravy in a collaboration that produces original products with a distinctive style. Following on from Škvarkoláda and Levý’s chutney, further ideas are on the way.
The collaboration between the Chuť Moravy brand and chef Tomáš Levý began back in 2016, when Tomáš Levý was in charge of the kitchen and operations at Café Fara. Even then, he included several of the brand’s products on his menu. And when, a few years later, he was preparing the menu for a gala evening at the German trade fair Eat Berlin, he once again turned to the uniqueness and local character of Chuť Moravy’s products.
Since then, the collaboration has taken on a more defined shape. Martin Jokver, one of the two founders of Chuť Moravy and the man behind the development of a large part of its range, met with Tomáš Levý on several occasions to combine their experience, ideas and passion for discovering new flavours and the potential of regional ingredients. The result was a number of new products.
One such product is Škvarkoláda, which, thanks to its refined, layered flavour of smoked crackling, black garlic, plums and several other ingredients, has become one of the brand’s most popular products. This year, it could also make a splash as a new entry in the Great Taste or Regional Food competitions. Other new additions included Levý’s chutney and the Christmas edition of the popular Slaninada. Alongside these, a number of other ideas have emerged and are currently in the development phase.
Their collaboration is built on the meeting of two strong approaches. Tomáš Levý brings the experience of a head chef accustomed to working with fresh ingredients and service, whilst Martin Jokver contributes his signature style, which has shaped a large part of Chuť Moravy’s range for many years. They are united by a shared emphasis on local sourcing and the quality of ingredients, as well as a passion for discovering new flavours. This is precisely what makes their collaboration so interesting: it combines culinary creativity with years of experience in developing original delicacies. What’s more, it’s important that they get on well not only professionally but also on a personal level. Alongside similar values, they share a similar outlook on life, work and food itself.
Moreover, the collaboration is not solely focused on developing new products. Tomáš Levý also helps to create recipes and provide inspiration for using the often unusual delicacies from Chuť Moravy. Gradually, under the banner of Moravian tapas, a collection of simple recipes for small snacks made from local ingredients is taking shape.
The collaboration continues this year as well. At the beginning of April, the two met again and began working on further innovations. One of these is Bůčkoláda, which builds on the aim of delivering innovative yet authentically crafted flavours from local ingredients, drawing on the traditions of Moravian and Czech cuisine. Only the coming months will reveal whether it will join the ranks of previous successful products.
Source: Chuť Moravy
