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8 Useful Tips for Aspiring Restaurateurs

According to a recent Ohio State study, 1 of every 4 restaurants close their doors within the very first year of operation. That comes to a failure rate of just...

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Chef Martin Gilligan

Plating and Food Presentation: Symmetrical and Asymmetrical

A few days ago, I spoke with Chef Martin Gilligan about how chefs arrange the food on the plate i.e. plating and food presentation. When it comes to the culinary...

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How to Cook Lobster

Cooking lobster at home can be difficult for many of us, since cooking lobster by tossing it live into a pot of boiling water is still the most commonly used...

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Cooking Asparagus—The Right Ways to Do it

When it comes to cooking asparagus many of us just automatically steam or simmer it, considering that’s the way our folks probably did it. In my home, asparagus was that...

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Five Fall Breads You’ve Probably Never Even Heard Of

I love zucchini bread. I love banana bread. I love bread. But, considering we’ve all had zucchini and banana, I put my mind to finding five different breads that make...

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Tips for the Perfect Mashed Potatoes

Yup, it’s mashed potato time! Say what you will about the fat and richness of this oh so American dish but who doesn’t love a good, sizable dollop of mashed...

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Quick Tips for Favorite Fall Recipes

Fall is upon us and in celebration of our favorite season of the year, here are a few, quick and simple tips you can try out to take those good...

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