Tag: Tips

• Ramp Season is Here! But What are Ramps, Anyway?

  The first few weeks of spring can only mean one thing; it’s officially ramp season! It’s that special time of year where chef’s throw root vegetables out the window and grab these fragrant greens just breaking through the soil. So what exactly is a ramp and how can you cook with ramps in your own kitchen? Here’s everything you need…

  Amanda Neal

  April 17, 2016

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• Get to Know Your Knives

  Sharpen your knowledge on the different kinds of kitchen knives and discover the best uses for each when cooking in your kitchen. Chef’s Knife – This knife is your workhorse and can take on almost any job. A chef’s knife should have a strong blade, nice weight and a sturdy feel. Use this knife for anything from dicing…

  Amanda Neal

  April 3, 2016

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• Styling Your Thanksgiving Table

  With all the planning and time it takes to execute the perfect Thanksgiving meal, it makes sense that the table setting could get pushed to the back burner. However, creating a festive and beautiful table is easier than you think. Here are some tips and tricks to create a beautiful table setting this Thanksgiving that…

  Amanda Neal

  November 23, 2015

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• All About the Ingredients: Corn Tortillas and Flour Tortillas

  Corn tortillas or flour tortillas; what kind of tortilla should you use for your recipe? It’s very clear that one is made with corn while the other is made with flour, but are corn and flour tortillas interchangeable? Also, what kind of tortilla is best for which recipe? Check out the latest post all about these…

  Amanda Neal

  November 10, 2015

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• How To: Poach an Egg

  Now that you know how to boil an egg, it’s time to learn how to poach an egg! A soft boiled egg and a poached egg are similar in that they are both cooked in water, and the white has set and yolk is still runny. However, they are different because a poached egg is…

  Amanda Neal

  September 12, 2015

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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…

  Amanda Neal

  July 26, 2015

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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…

  Amanda Neal

  March 6, 2015

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• Tips for Studio Apartment Living

  Finding an apartment in New York City can be one of the most challenging tasks a person will ever take on. And if you’re not extremely wealthy or shacking up with a Wall Street businessman, then you most likely will settle down in a small studio apartment. While most studio apartments lack space and personality,…

  Amanda Neal

  December 12, 2014

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