Celebrity Chefs

Fave Kitchen Tools of Chefs

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Kitchen-Knives

Chefs do their work using their knowledge and creative skills. But apart from that, they also have their favorite tools that help make their work faster and easier. The choice, however, varies from one chef to another. Some may prefer the traditional super handy tools while the others opt for the bulky, more advanced and complicated ones.

The type of tools chefs love to use normally reflects their attitude toward cooking and who among them keep abreast with technology. [Read more…]

Originally posted on May 22, 2016 @ 6:45 pm

Tailgating Ideas: Touchdown With These Tips

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Crisp leaves and cool Autumn nights are markers letting us know that football season is finally here. Many football fans and tailgaters have been counting down the days until the first kickoff. However, it is important to prepare for tailgating season. So before you fire up the grills, purchase the charcoal, and put the drinks on ice- prevent unnecessary food penalties or turnovers during the tailgate party by organizing your tailgating ideas well before the cleats hit the turf.

Over the years, tailgating has evolved into a tradition that many people enjoy. Even if football isn’t your cup of tea, tailgating allows even the most reluctant fan to enjoy sitting through endless first downs and conversions. Borrow tailgating ideas from chefs and other fans to create the best combination of jerseys and food.

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If you find yourself spending a Friday or Saturday afternoon focused on the grill, rather than the pigskin, try these tailgating ideas to score with the crowd:

Keep it simple. Prepare as much of the food as you can before the game, so you can enjoy tailgating. Slice tomatoes, thread kabobs, or whip together a simple salad the night before. Avoid complicated dishes or desserts, look for appetizing summer dishes.

Keep things the right temperature. Pack plenty of ice and make sure refrigerated items are stored properly. You don’t want a game’s victory to be overturned with a bout of food poisoning.

Bring enough drinks and include nonalcoholic drinks. Game days can be brutally cold or stifling hot. Either way, you will need to stay hydrated to prevent sitting out on the sidelines.

Let your grill do the work. Choose meals and sides that can be left on the grill while you cheer on the team. Grill potatoes, corn, mushrooms, peppers, pizzas, and more. The possibilities are endless!

Incorporate the team’s colors. This is a simple tailgating idea, but buy colored plates and cups that support the team. Try colored foods, like colored popcorn to add a little pizzazz to your curbside party. Get creative and have fun!

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Do you have any great recipes or ideas to win at tailgating?

Originally posted on September 24, 2014 @ 2:06 am

4 Tips For Opening A New Restaurant

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Opening a new business of any sort can be challenging and stressful, but opening up a restaurant is even more difficult because of the competitive nature of the industry. There are bars and restaurants all over the place, so it can be hard to stand out and succeed as a business, especially when you are brand new. If you are planning on opening a restaurant of your own or you recently have, you may need all the help you can get. So here are 4 tips for opening a new restaurant. [Read more…]

Originally posted on February 27, 2022 @ 12:54 pm

5 Kitchen Gadgets You Probably Don’t Have But Should

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To budding chefs, cooking shows like Chopped, Iron Chef, The Barefoot Contessa and Everyday Italian are a source of inspiration and excitement. Who wouldn’t want to have the culinary acumen to turn sea urchins, rhubarb and cough drops into a delicious, restaurant-quality dessert?

But as much as they would like to transfer what they learn from those TV shows into their own kitchens, these hopeful cooks can be stymied by the dizzying array of kitchen gadgets and doo-dads those TV chefs always seem to have at hand.

I mean, seriously, a soft serve ice cream maker? Not exactly something you’ll find in every home. But before you start shopping for a liquid nitrogen vendor, consider these more moderate kitchen gadgets that can make your dishes easier, tastier and more fun to create:  [Read more…]

Originally posted on October 17, 2013 @ 2:50 am

Host a Tapas Party for Some Summer Sizzle

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Tapas conjure the vivid hues of the Cote d’Azure, the sweet spice of cinnamon-laced sangria, and the strains of the flamenco in the air. A delicious daydream for all the senses, it is little wonder tapas restaurants have become hugely popular in the US.

Unfortunately, even though they do not include the Cote d’Azure, the cost of frequenting these places can start to pinch after a while. Never fear, there is no reason to drop the tapas habit; instead, bring it into the intimate setting of your home and enjoy the experience in a new light.

Where to start? You need three essentials: [Read more…]

Originally posted on July 31, 2013 @ 2:51 pm