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Cereals write up come from Chef G’s Notes. when one hears the word cereal, what comes to mind first – is it breakfast bowl or grain field? Exactly. Some say that I take grains to seriously…but I can’t wheat to write about them. “The word […]
Tucked in the notes of Chef G, Ii came across a pearl. Weaving a bit of reference into a culinary narrative it is four deceptively simple steps that reveal the back bone of milling wheat. A closer look, and they unfold into a philosophy of […]
Notes from Chef G The accompany that pulls together – what makes the Tropical Fruit Salad more than a fruit bowl – is the sweet-sour curry dressing. Turmeric and just the right amount of warmth. A tang of lemon juice, a hint of sweet and […]
There is a point in the year where the spring hesitates and summer leans in. Currently spring winds have a cold bite. The days are getting longer and as iIam capturing notes from the garden, I crave color. The combination of tropical fruits is a […]
There is something deeply grounding about roasting vegetables, espically Brussel sprouts. Not bagged, trimmed, pre-halved. The Stalk- full, hearty, awkward and in its natural form. Roasting Sprouts on the stalk is a favortie ritual when the weather cools. The Foil wrapped is a gift from […]
Chef G Notes Methods of Cooking Food Boiling Poaching Steaming Stewing Braising Pot Roast (Poele) Roasting Baking Grilling Frying (deep and shallow) Paper Bag (en Papillote) Microwave.
From the Chefs Notebook. The Object of Cooking Food Narrative: Cooking transforms raw ingredients into dishes that delight the senses – pleasing to the eye and awakening the palate. this interplay of color, texture and aroma not only entices us to eat but also sets […]
Once the mise en place is complete, the next step is creating the scheme of work to ensure smooth and efficient work flow. Here is a structured approach: Prioritize Tasks Order of preparation: begin with tasks that take the longest [ie. Pomme Marquise piping and […]
The Kitchen is set. Startup is done and Mise en Place underway. Next on the list [while Pommes Marquise is getting golden brown] – is the Béchamel.
