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The Macaron
A macaron is a dainty, cream-filled sandwich cookie from France that is taking the pastry industry by storm. This versatile cookie is the perfect base for hundreds of unique flavor combinations, and is simply made from sugar, egg whites and almond flour. Be careful not to confuse a macaron with a macaroon (a pillowy mound made of sugar,…
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Tips for a Tidy Kitchen
A tidy kitchen means an organized kitchen, but achieving organization can seem daunting. Knowing some easy tips and tricks to organize and de-clutter will help your kitchen go from messy to orderly. Store Items by Use – Kitchen items that are used most frequently should be stored in a place you can easily reach. Some…
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Dream Big
Over the past few weeks, I’ve been searching around for a new job. I applied to many opportunities within the restaurant industry, including caterers, restaurants, and even corporate offices. I’ve loved working in the New York restaurant scene and wanted to continue on this path, so kitchen trails seemed like the best place to start. After about…
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Knife Fight
This past winter, my Executive Chef from Pig and Khao had the opportunity to compete on Knife Fight, a cooking competition that is totally badass. The chef’s are given three ingredients and a hour to cook at least two dishes. What makes Knife Fight so much fun is that other than the guidelines I just…
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Welcome to Coffee, Cabs and Bar Tabs
Click here for personal stories, tasty recipes, and juicy secrets behind the doors of the International Culinary Center. Ready to learn about interesting ingredients that are breaking boundaries in the culinary industry? Then click here! From filleting fish to pickling veggies, click here for skills and techniques any cook should know. A tasty collage of…
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Cookbooks and Food Memoirs
Now more than ever, cookbooks and food memoirs are becoming incredibly popular. Chefs, home cooks, and foodies alike are all diving into pages of reading material that touch every taste bud. If you’re looking for a tasty recipe to wow your family, or if you’re looking for a memoir to make your mouth water, check out any…
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My Kitchen Essentials
When it comes to cooking, there are a few essentials that I just cannot cook without. Below is a list of my kitchen essentials, guaranteed to make cooking easier and more fun! 1) Knife For a chef, your knife is one of the most important tools you’ll ever have. There are hundreds of styles, brands,…
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Easter Eateries
From Good Friday to Easter Sunday, this weekend is meant to be spent with the ones you love. Growing up, Easter always meant having the entire family over, eating good food and having great conversations. It also was a reminder that my birthday was right around the corner! But since I moved to New York,…
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Top Shops for the NYC Chef
Like any trade, a chef will need a particular set of tools to succeed at their job. As well, there are so many brands, styles and varieties that every cook has their favorites. Below is a list of my favorite NYC stores that have anything and everything a chef may need. Happy shopping! Korin –…
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All About the Trail
What is a trail? In the food industry, there is a hiring process that all line cooks and chef’s will encounter, called a trail. A trail is basically an audition, where the cook is trying out in the hopes of working in that specific restaurant. While the tasks vary from job to job, all restaurants…
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