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Basic Cookery
The Basic Cookery – Blanching
Blanching is one of those culinary techniques that often goes unnoticed, yet it plays a vital role in many dishes. At its core, blanching is a simple process: Briefly boiling vegetables and then plunging it into ice water to stop the cooking. While it might […]
When Hunger comes from the heart … Start with Rock Soup
From family folk lore is the legend of Dad’s rock soup. He was renown for driving up from Whitter, traveling with a stock pot full of what he called “Rock Soup”. His recipe included the stone were well washed and soaked overnight, they would soften […]
Notes from the Garden – Explore
A gentle scent of lavender lingers in the air, heightening the senses as we stroll through the botanic gardens. Morning sunlight filters softly through the leaves, casting shadows on the path. With each step, the serenity of the morning wraps around us. We toast to […]
Notes to Share. Comfort Food from our Dorm Kitchen
We came back from Creighton today Welcome weekend showed us we have a common area kitchen to work in. My thoughts are to weekly share common food with new friends. A simple “Blue Jay – Blue Berry Cobbler” is one to share on a hot […]
Garden – More lists from the Chef’s Notebook.
Discovering more culinary notes. These list appear to be more brainstorming ideas and track fish ideas. Being close to the coastal local source the notes from chef is a continued reflection of the vision and the Gardens Culinary identity. Wild caught Rex Sole with Salmon […]
Garden – Discovering lists from the Chef’s Notebook.
Discovering more culinary lists and menus. these are tracking fish ideas reflecting chefs vision and the Gardens culinary identity. By examining the list one can understand the creative interplay of ingredients, the balance of flavors and the cultural influence. the Menu’s items hint at the […]
Notes from the Garden –
Garden Notes during the changing seasons is a delightful journey. Spring transitions into summer, tender greens yield to heartier vegetables. when it comes to cooking what’s on hand fosters resourcefulness and improvised delicious meals.
Easter Cake
Marth sent and email on Blue Bird Cake for Easter. I am not sure that the Blue PEEPs blue Bird is really what she had in mind.
Travel Eats – Pastry shop that surprised and delighted.
At the pastry shop, delicacy treats that are made from scratch never fail to surprise and delight. At the Broadmoor the display case showed the technical expertise of the pastry staff. all the delicacies are crafted with meticulous care. It is hard to choose just […]