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Discover blog posts written with Chef Kirk Bachmann

Chef Kirk T. Bachmann is the President and Provost of Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts Boulder, Colorado campus. He also serves as host for the school’s podcast, The Ultimate Dish. Through his blog contributions and passion for the craft of cooking, he aims to pass his expertise to future generations of culinary artists.

Culinary Arts 12 min read

Who Was Auguste Escoffier? The Story Behind the King of Chefs

Who was Georges Auguste Escoffier? Why does our school bear his name? Explore the fascinating story of the iconic French chef who revolutionized cooking!

March 24, 2025
World of Food & Drink 10 min read

How Restaurants Get Michelin Stars: A Brief History of the Michelin Guide

A Michelin star rating is one of the most prestigious honors a restaurant can receive. Learn how restaurants get stars and how the Michelin Guide started.

January 7, 2025
World of Food & Drink 11 min read

French Cooking: How and Why French Cuisine Came to Rule the World

By providing a backbone of flavors and techniques, French cooking has supported many modern cuisines. However, exactly what is French cooking?

November 19, 2024
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