What's all "The Buzz" about?? Here's what they're saying about Kelly Jae's Cafe!
Kelly Jae Graff has been named one of the Top Chefs in Indiana
Kelly is featured in Bloomington food critic Christine Barbour's book "Indiana Cooks!" as one of the top fifteen chefs in Indiana!
Recipes include her signature Wasabi-Pea Encrusted Salmon with Soy Ginger Glaze and her fabulous Crabcakes with Tomato-Caper Aioli.
You can buy this book at Better World Books, just around the corner from Kelly Jae's Cafe!
Kelly's recipes have been featured in Bon Appetit Magazine and Better Homes and Gardens "Simply Perfect Desserts"
In 2006, we were contacted by Bon Appetit Magazine, at the request of Kendra Hendon of Mishawaka for Kelly's recipe for Lamb Meatballs with Sun-Dried Tomato Aioli.
Kelly's recipe was featured in the December, 2006 issue of Bon Appetit!
Celebrity Raves!
Fans of Kelly's cooking include: Liv Tyler, Steve Buscemi, Mary Kay Place, Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley and his wife Maggie, Al Roker from the "Today Show", Scott Hamilton.
Here's what Liv Tyler, who stayed with us during the filming of the movie "Lonesome Jim" has to say about Kelly's food:
"I've eaten at some of the best restaurants in New York and around the world. Kelly's amazing food rivals any of the restaurants I've ever been to. Thanks for all the great meals! Love... Liv"
Local Raves...
Here's what Marshall King, Food Editor for the Elkhart Truth, has to say about Kelly Jae's Cafe... "The atmosphere is warm and inviting. The servers are dressed casually, which makes it easy to feel at ease.... The exceptional service is provided by waiters who know the menu well and ably keep up with Graff's array of specials that accompany it... The menu includes her hallmarks such as corn and crab chowder and lovely crab cakes... the seared duck breast is a winner. The baked artichoke with honeyed goat cheese and almonds is among the best artichoke dishes anywhere... it's doable to eat well for not much money... the value is good..."
Dear Kelly and Karen...
I cannot begin to tell you what a delightful experience we had at your place. From the appetizers to the desserts, this dining ranks with the best we've ever experienced. We've been to Charlie Trotter's in Chicago, great places in Miami, Tahiti, Italy and Sweden. Kelly Jae's ranks right up there with the best of all those dining experiences. I must also add that your prices are better than any of them!
We wanted to thank you for providing us with such a great place right here in Indiana and we wish you continued success. What a treasure you have given the community of Goshen.
Sally and Kent Schenkel Huntington, IN
"Dear Kelly and Karen...
Thank you so much for helping me put together a great dining experience for my group. Of course the food was fantastic, but the staff was incredible. We were treated like royalty.
When the guy from Maryland tried your crabcakes and said they were amazing, I knew the night would be a success.
You now have fans from various parts of the country. Visits to Goshen will not be complete without a trip to Kelly Jae's Cafe."
Steve Freeto Medtec Ambulance
Kelly Jae's Cafe (Reservations welcomed and encouraged!)
574-537-1027
Kelly Jae's Next Door (reservations accepted for groups of six or more only; must be 21!) 574-971-8494
