Squab is the main ingredient in this dish at Jason Franey's restaurant, but duck is similar in taste and texture and works wonderfully in this adaptation. A little bit of truffle oil in the dressing for the salad mimics the restaurant's vinaigrette, which Franey flavors with truffle in three forms—juice, oil, and scraps. Slideshow: More Incredible Duck Recipes
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Jason Franey makes the most of the superb mushrooms that grow in the Pacific Northwest—for instance, pairing sautéed chanterelles with roasted salmon and figs in a red wine sauce. Since chanterelles are not always easy to find (and are expensive), oyster mushrooms are an ideal substitute. More Salmon Recipes
Chef Jason Franey of Seattle's Canlis makes this sweet and tangy summer soup by marinating fresh peaches overnight with dried apricots, honey, vinegar and olive oil and then pureeing the mixture. Since peaches can vary in flavor, Franey suggests seasoning with vinegar to taste as you puree. Best New Chef 2011: Jason Franey More Cold Soups