Most home cooks wish we could afford culinary school. Not necessarily to get into the restaurant industry, but to “sharpen” our kitchen skills. Recently attending a cooking school function, I learned exactly what the syllabus of a culinary school includes. Here are 5 basic cooking skill elements taught in culinary school. I. Knife Skills for Cooking Knives are the most important tool in your kitchen. Using them properly and having proper technique will provide less risk of injury, faster prep times and better results in your cooking. When using a knife, watch the non-knife hand, keeping the food steady. The knife tip never leaves the cutting board surface. Use the…
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A Foodie Adventure in Salt Lake City
Despite suffering a broken right foot, just two days prior and a strong internal reluctance to shed my introvertedness, I flew to Salt Lake City, Utah and had an incredible foodie adventure, dining out and attending the Everything Food Conference. Because of my recent injury, I failed to plan a strict foodie itinerary; nevertheless, my husband and I found some excellent restaurants to recommend. Not only did I speak to strangers at the conference (a huge obstacle for me to overcome), I spoke to them about what I do for a living – write about food! Starting the Adventure was tough Reading about the 2018 Everything Food Conference last year,…
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Fiesta Sunday at Tacos ‘N Tequila
Rain clouds disappeared for the 3rd annual Tacos “N Tequila Fiesta, where Greenville bartenders and chefs exemplify, just how good this Mexican food pairing can be. Tacos originated in the Mexican silver mines of the 18th century. “Taco” refers to the small pieces of paper, wrapped around gunpowder, and used as an explosive device, within the mining cave. Which is very similar to meat being placed in a dough tortilla and dribbled with hot sauce. First produced in the 16th century, tequila is made from the blue agave plant, primarily found in the city of Tequila, Mexico. Tequila is a type of mezcal (a distilled alcoholic beverage made from any…
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Impressive Greenville Cantina 76 Brunch
Columbia, South Carolina based Cantina 76 has grown to five locations state wide in just ten short years. Founded by four college friends, the inspiring, elevated Mexican menu, accompanied by fresh craft cocktails has proven to be a delicious combination for diners. Recently, I had the pleasure of trying their new brunch menu:, which is served every Sunday, 11:00 am – 2:00 p.m. The brunch menu is full of classic dishes with a Mexican spin created by Executive Chef, David Grillo. Tasty libations are also served during brunch, like the honeysuckle mimosa, peach mimosa and bloody Mary. Cantina 76’s Brunch Menu Plenty of delectable choices abound the brunch menu. Typically, I…
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Cocktail Crawl in Greenville, South Carolina
***This is a sponsored post. Greenville, South Carolina has been ranked as one the fastest growing culinary destinations in the United States, but what about all the great libations and mixologist working at the many restaurants in the area? These masters of mixology are creating some of the best cocktails and I am going to tell you about five of my favorites. First and foremost, if taking a cocktail tour of Greenville, make sure to make driving arrangements in advance. Lowcountry Valet and Shuttle Co would be happy to escort you, or a group to whichever delicious destinations you choose, without the worry of being arrested or endangering other drivers. …
