Home Cooking

How To Clarify Broth – Bringing New Clarity to Stock-Making
Photo by Renee Suen Creating a good soup stock is an art unto itself, and clarifying that stock takes things to an even higher level of culinary skill. Whether you're creating a delicate consommé or a luscious broth for phở, there's a certain elegance … [Read More...]

Uses of Garlic to Add Flavour and Depth to Dishes
Photo by John Haslam Garlic has been used as a seasoning for thousands of years, and with good cause! This versatile bulb can add flavour and depth to dishes in many different ways. Raw, it imparts a spicy bite, and in its roasted state, it's so sweet and … [Read More...]
Education

Why Chefs Wear Such Hats and The Origins of The Toque
Being of the practical sort I've often wondered why cooks and chefs wear such tall almost silly looking hats. But of course silly is a relative statement and I’m pretty sure looking clean and hygienic are also factors. I read somewhere that during the … [Read More...]

Culinary Educations Marry Classroom and Working Kitchen
Amateur chefs create astonishing dishes when cooking for family and friends, but people who want to cook professionally need training to meet the challenges of dealing with the public. No matter what type of culinary career people choose, knowledge and … [Read More...]
Cuisines

Indian Cuisine Tickles American Palates
Exotic foods have always intrigued American diners and Indian cuisine is more popular than ever … [Read More...]

Authentic Thai Cuisine
The cuisine of Thailand is as rich and varied as the history of the country itself. The country is … [Read More...]

Gastro Pubs Bring Upscale Food to Casual Dining
One of the fastest growing trends today is the gastro-pub. This venue combines imaginative, upscale … [Read More...]
Nutrition

Twisted Concoctions – Turning Typical Recipes Into Healthier Alternatives
Being slightly adventurous by nature, this attraction for the “TWISTED” has not only been … [Read More...]

The Chef’s Role in Accommodating Diet Trends
Food has become competitive, and successful modern chefs take new trends into account, not … [Read More...]

The Importance of Holistic Nutritional Education in Menu Planning
Chefs, caterers and menu planners face increasing pressure to offer healthier foods and special menu … [Read More...]