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Month: October 2018

Book review ~ Chasing Bocuse

Book review ~ Chasing Bocuse

Competition sharpens the skills. the compelling read of the American Culinary team in pursuit of international competition. The Story strikes a cord with me as competition is ingrained in out industry.. this is not a challenge on personalities nor heightened situations. With no disrespect  to […]

Book Review ~ “The Essential James Beard Cook Book”

Book Review ~ “The Essential James Beard Cook Book”

Essentially the culinary stories are the strings and the strength of the Essential James Beard Cook Book. A collection of 450 American Cooking recipes. This one of my favorites .

Book Review ~ Larousse Gastronomique

Book Review ~ Larousse Gastronomique

The worlds greatest culinary encyclopedia should be on everyone’s shelf.   Culinary tastes have changed since its initial publication – however the basics have not. It is the indispensable source since its initial publication by chef Prosper Montagne’ in 1938.

ISBN 978-0-307-46491-0

 

Book Review ~ Meringue by Linda Jackson and Jennifer Evans Gardner

Book Review ~ Meringue by Linda Jackson and Jennifer Evans Gardner

The perfect introduction. culinary threads stitching together a pinch of cream of tartar or dash of vinegar..egg whites, sugar and air. the read is easy and the recipes easier. According to Larousse Gastronomique – it could have been the Swiss pastry cook Gasparini or Marie […]