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Culinary Arts
Embark on a transformative journey to elevate your culinary prowess. Explore how fundamental cooking techniques, artful presentation refinement, and the skilled orchestration of seasonal ingredients converge.
The Ultimate Guide to Hot Peppers
Discover the world of hot peppers, from their fiery capsaicin kick to cooking tips and building tolerance. Learn more and enhance your culinary skills.
What Is Mise en Place and Why Is It So Important to Chefs?
Discover the importance of mise en place, tips for mastering it, and common mistakes to avoid for achieving a smoother, more efficient cooking process.
How to Cube a Potato: A Beginner’s Guide with Recipes
Discover how to cube a potato like a pro with our comprehensive guide. From prep to storage, get tips for perfectly dicing potatoes for your recipes every time.
How to Author a Cookbook
Learn how to write, edit, and promote your own cookbook with our step-by-step guide. Turn your culinary ideas into a published masterpiece.
The Difference Between Organic & Sustainable Agriculture
Is organic much different than sustainable when it comes to produce? Find out what the difference is between organic and sustainable agriculture.
Margarine vs. Butter: What’s the Difference?
Margarine vs. butter: Is margarine or butter better than the other for cooking applications? Learn how and when to best use one or the other.
Fruits vs. Vegetables: What’s the Difference?
Discover the key differences between fruits vs. vegetables, from their botanical definitions to nutritional content and culinary uses.
What Is Sous Vide? A Beginner’s Guide to Precision Cooking
Discover sous vide, the niche culinary technique that can help you cook succulent dishes like the professionals!
How Chef Auguste Escoffier’s Legacy of Innovation and Training Chefs Worldwide Lives On
Is Auguste Escoffier still relevant? Discover the impact the late chef continues to have on the restaurant and food industry more than a century later.
What Are The Culinary Arts?
What does the term “culinary arts” mean? We’re breaking it down — from definitions to careers to education... plus, how to know if it’s right for you.
Beef Cuts Explained: Different Cuts of Beef Every Professional Cook Should Know
Up your cooking game with this guide to understanding how beef cuts are created and categorized!
The Guide to Tex-Mex Cuisine: History, Ingredients, and Techniques
Explore the vibrant history and unique flavors of Tex-Mex cuisine and what makes it distinct from Mexican food.
How to Care for Your Kitchen Knives: Sharpening & Storage
Want to gain an edge in your kitchen? It might just start with proper knife care, which can help you prep better meals and get the most out of your knives.
Kitchen Slang: A Guide to Jargon Used in Professional Kitchens
Professional kitchens use a wild amount of unique language. Here’s a guide to some of the most common kitchen jargon you’ll hear from chefs.
Knife Skills: 10 Knife Cuts Every Professional Cook Should Know
Knife skills can make or break your career in the kitchen, so check out these ten knife cuts all serious cooks need to know!
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!
What Is Food Fermentation? Cooking and the Process Behind Fermentation
Discover how fermenting foods can unlock unique and complex flavors, transforming ordinary ingredients into something entirely new.
How to Make a Great Charcuterie Board
Anyone can learn how to make a great charcuterie board, no culinary expertise required! Simply pick your palette, explore your creativity, and enjoy.
How to Manage Your Back of House Schedule
Back-of-house scheduling can be a dull chore—or the secret to your restaurant’s success! Discover our top tips for how to schedule restaurant staff.
Different Knives and the Best Uses for Each One
From the Japanese chef knife to the humble paring knife, every home cook or professional chef should know about different knives and how to use them.
How to Find Work-Life Balance as a Chef
You love being a chef, but it can be a tough job. We’ll show you how you can find work-life balance as a professional chef.
Veganism 101: The Basics of Vegan Cooking
Vegan cooking can include a lot of creativity and a willingness to experiment with flavors and substitutes.
How Culinary Students Explore Flavor Profiles
Flavor is a complex combination of taste, aroma, and texture. Learn how culinary students explore flavor profiles!
The Flexitarian Diet: What It Is and What Aspiring Chefs Should Know
Are you thinking about trying the flexitarian diet? Learn more about what the flexitarian diet is, its health benefits—and why aspiring chefs should care.
4 Tips For Cooking With Bison
Bison is a tasty meat that can offer unique cooking challenges for eager young chefs.
How Plant-Based Meat Substitutes Are Changing the Way We Eat
Plant-based meat substitutes are increasingly popular. Here’s what you should know about the rapidly growing industry.
10 Must-Read Articles if You’re in the Culinary Industry in 2023
If you’re part of the food industry, here are the top culinary blogs you should read! Discover the best techniques and skills to elevate your career.
5 Tips All Chefs Should Follow to Avoid Burnout
Professional chefs might experience chronic stress in a busy kitchen, working long hours. Discover how to avoid burnout in the culinary world.
5 Experiences that All Great Chefs Should Have
Whether you start your own restaurant, write a cookbook, or train under elite chefs, here are experiences all chefs should have.
What Is a Maillard Reaction?
Discover how the Maillard reaction affects the most important aspects of your culinary masterpiece, including flavor, color, and aroma!
10 Dishes Every Professional Cook Should Know How to Make
Looking to prove your culinary skills or refine your cooking techniques? Start with these 10 dishes professional cooks should know how to make.
5 Ways Chefs Can Continue Their Culinary Education
How do professional chefs stay up-to-date with contemporary culinary techniques, trends, and more? Explore the best culinary education for chefs today!
8 Regional Barbecue Sauces Every Chef Should Know
Here are the top 8 regional barbeque sauces every professional chef should know before starting a BBQ restaurant in the US!
12 Dishes Professional Chefs Admit They Hate to Make
No matter how much they love their jobs, there will always be some dishes chefs hate to make. Here are twelve from Escoffier’s Chef Instructors.
Bay Leaves: What Are They and How to Use Them in Cooking
We discuss what bay leaves are, potential substitutes, and how to properly use them in cooking.
5 Culinary Apps All Chefs Should Have
Here are the top culinary apps every chef should have: creating recipes, managing inventory, food trends and more.
How to Communicate Effectively in the Kitchen
Check out these tips on how to communicate in the kitchen for both a productive and safe foodservice operation.
7 Tips for Becoming a Faster Cook
If you’re looking to increase your speed in the kitchen, check out these tips for becoming a faster cook.
A History of the Chef’s Hat
While every chef typically wears some type of hat, the one they choose can tell a unique story. Learn more about the history of the chef’s hat.
10 Tools You Need in Your Chef Utility Belt
To simplify their job and create a more perfect product, every chef should possess certain culinary tools. Here are the top ten to keep in your utility belt.
