Chef Techniques

The grits, once a simple corn porridge, are now often prepared using the same methods as Italian polenta, involving long cook times and the addition...

This hyper-locality ensures that the ingredients are at their peak freshness, which is especially important for volatile aromatics found in fresh herbs and citrus.The...

If some fries are 1/16th of an inch and others are 1/4th, the smaller ones will burn before the larger ones lose their raw center.Safety...

Using a salad spinner or laying the sticks out on lint-free kitchen towels ensures that the oil temperature does not plummet when the potatoes...

One must understand how the pH of a vinegar will affect the proteins in a sauce or how the temperature of an oil impacts...

The grits, once a simple corn porridge, are now often prepared using the same methods as...

Using a salad spinner or laying the sticks out on lint-free kitchen towels ensures that the oil temperature does not plummet when the...

sets a high bar for how these technical steps are executed, proving that speed does not have to result in sloppy execution.Freddy's Frozen Custard &...

The standard brioche bun is often replaced by milk bread or sourdough buns made with ancient grains, providing a structural integrity and a subtle tang...

This shift reflects a broader interest in how molecular interactions and fermentation can transform a standard meal into a multifaceted experience.Achieving the perfect balance in...