There exists a claim that the Italian Catherine de Medici was somehow responsible for French cuisine. I’m sure it would bring many Italians great delight if proof emerged that this was true. Unsurprisingly the claim is disputed and, to my…
Chard and beet greens
A few words on my current favorite.
Teamwork! Nut such a bad idea.
Basics: Cooking with Oil
When we were talking about Cooking with Water, one of the major advantages we talked about was the ability to maintain a constant cooking temperature because of water’s boiling point at 212oF (100oC). This can also be a limitation in…
Ingredient Spotlight: Kale
Kale is a wonderful vegetable that is extremely hearty and nutritious. Recently, they’ve become the rage in all sorts of dishes especially as a replacement for other greens. While this may be a fad for the moment, it’s not a…
Pet Peeves in the Restaurant Industry
Having served as a barista in a patisserie, you could say that I’ve experienced both sides of the food industry and dealt with annoyances from different angles. This cartoon illustrates contradicting complaints. 😆