Being a chef is more than simply a profession. It is passion; it is inspiration; it is a living art form assaulting the senses; different but no less profound than a beautiful painting or a timeless work of literature. As is the case with any artist, inspiration is a key ingredient in the making ofFIND OUT MORE |
10 Common Mistakes to Avoid when Making Whipped Cream
(Source: Flickr) Is there anything dreamier than freshly whipped cream? When whipped cream is prepared well, it is an ambrosial foodstuff that has the power to make any dessert it tops even better, from ice cream sundaes to pie to hot chocolate. Of course, I’m not averse to enjoying it on a spoon, all byFIND OUT MORE |
Classic v. Contemporary Fashion in the Kitchen
Chefs are deviating from the practical, white, classic look, bringing their own style to the kitchen. Modern fashion in the kitchen brings all of the practical aspects of the classic look with more tailored styles, new fabrics, and colors. Chefs have never had so many options for hats, aprons, jackets and pants. Chefs can nowFIND OUT MORE |
Chef Works To Serve as Official Culinary Apparel Provider for 5th Annual LA Food & Wine Festival
Chef Works is proud to be an official sponsor of the Los Angeles Wine and Food Festival. Be on the lookout for the release of our new styles LAFW Embroidery from Chef Works on Vimeo. Company to Unveil Several New Design During LA’s Premier Culinary Event and Official After Party – Los Angeles (August 27-30th,FIND OUT MORE |
11 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Making Scrambled Eggs
(Source: Flickr) Scrambled eggs were one of the first dishes I learned how to cook. While it’s not hard to make scrambled eggs, as I have learned over the years, the difference between ho-hum and spectacular versions is a matter of subtle technique. Perfect scrambled eggs are all about nuances: the heat of your pan,FIND OUT MORE |
7 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Making Salmon
(Source: Flickr) When I moved from New York City to Seattle in my early twenties, one of the biggest culinary culture shocks was the ubiquity and regional reverence to salmon. Salmon is a big deal in the Pacific Northwest, where savvy chefs have perfected the art of cooking this unique pink fish. Having never takenFIND OUT MORE |
Baked Flounder with Tomatoes and Basil
When I first started cooking, fish was a mystery to me. It tasted delicious in a restaurant, but whenever I tried to cook it at home, it either stuck to my pan, turned rubbery, or both. It was frustrating because not only is seafood expensive where I live, but there’s nothing worse than reading aFIND OUT MORE |
How to Open a Restaurant
Restaurants are one of the most popular businesses to open these days, and it seems like no matter where you go, there’s a new one opening up on every corner. With over six times the number of restaurants today as there were a few decades ago, it’s a risky venture for sure, but if youFIND OUT MORE |
10 Common Mistakes to Avoid when Cooking Steaks
(Source: Flickr) Steak is not something I eat every day, but when I do treat myself, it’s a wonderful luxury: unctuous, flavorful meat, ideally served with a compound butter and a glass of dry red wine to “cut” through the richness of the meat. When I enjoy a steak, I want it to be cookedFIND OUT MORE |
Best Buckwheat Crepes
When school starts up again, a couple of my mom friends and I have brunches at each others houses to celebrate our freedom. An entire summer of finding things to do for the kids is exhausting. As soon as the kids are dropped off at school, we drive over to that days location. Of course,FIND OUT MORE |