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Culinary Arts
Embark on a transformative journey to elevate your culinary prowess. Explore how fundamental cooking techniques, artful presentation refinement, and the skilled orchestration of seasonal ingredients converge.
How to peel citrus fruit 5 ways
Sometimes the thought of putting effort into peeling a citrus fruit is enough to deter you from eating it at all. Instead of skipping it altogether, try these easy ways to peel citrus.
Texas Rangers add two new concession stands
According to ESPN, the Texas Rangers Major League Baseball team is opening two new concession stands this season called the "State Fare" and "Just Bacon."
Kickstarter food: Texas roundup
Here are some of the coolest Kickstarter food campaigns in Texas that Austin culinary arts program attendees should know about.
You can grow these fruit trees in your own home
Instead of heading to a farmers market to buy citrus and other fruits try growing them at your own home. Here are a few kinds to consider planting.
Happy National Peanut Month
You may have used peanuts to add some nutty, salty flavor to your recipes without knowing much about them. In honor of National Peanut Month, here are some facts about the popular legume.
An introduction to different wood types for meat smoking
Take a look at some of the most popular meat smoking woods types and how they're used.
How To Remove Pesticides From Your Produce
While taking cooking classes in Boulder you will use many produce items as ingredients. It's important to know how to properly clean those fruits and veggies before eating them. Here are some tips.
Tips For Photographing A Beautiful Dish
Whether you are creating a menu, working on a portfolio or posting to Instagram, you can use these tips for taking beautiful food photography shots.
Celebrate Chinese New Year with these traditional foods
Food is a major part of the Chinese New Year, as certain dishes are prepared only at this time and are made in good company to be eaten in celebration. Learn about some of these culinary traditions here.
How To Reduce Your Food Waste At Home
As someone taking cooking classes in Boulder you have a unique position to learn about how to reduce food waste at home and take those philosophies and ideas to your professional career in the culinary world. Here are some ways to reduce your food waste.
Interesting global food superstitions for Friday the 13th
In celebration of Friday the 13th we've rounded up some weird and wacky food-related superstitions from around the globe.
Veterans at Escoffier
By: Ryan Hodros, Culinary Arts Student I’ve written about veterans in the culinary industry in the past, interviewing Mr. John Garcia...
Cooking for people with celiac disease
There is gluten in a lot of things you wouldn't necessarily expect. Here are some great substitutes to help you use your Austin culinary arts school skills to cook for someone with a gluten-intolerance.
Officials soon to release 2015 dietary guidelines
The USDA and HHS Dietary Guidelines for Americans are due for publication in early 2015. Learn more about the guideline creation process here.
The best first dinner dates in Boulder
Take a look at these ideas for dinner date spots in Boulder and rest easy knowing that the worst you can do is spill on yourself.
Tips for preparing venison
Venison is a delicious and healthy meat that many Colorado residents love to indulge in. Here are some tips for preparing this Colorado classic.
Microbrew Review: Twelve Degree Brewing
By: Ryan Hodros, Culinary Arts Student As a newly proclaimed (by KDVR’s Everyday) beer expert, and longtime “guy who likes beer,”...
Getting fruit from the Southwest this winter
Take a look at some of the best fruits available across the Southwest in the winter months.
The care and keeping of cast iron skillets
If you use a cast iron skillet, you are familiar with the trials and tribulations of the popular pan. Try these tips to keep your skillet in top condition for years to come.
Official Drink of Austin tickets on sale
The Official Drink of Austin is a competition to find the year's best cocktail that embodies the essence of the unique Austin energy. The event is a great place to mingle with the local culinary industry.
What’s in season in Texas in January?
Take a look at what's in season in Texas this winter.
You’re caffeinated and (probably) don’t even know it
Coffee and carbonated beverages aren't the only way to give a little jolt to your system. These surprising foods also contain caffeine.
3 local ingredients that are in season in Colorado
Use these ingredients from nearby farms to create delicious, sustainable meals:
Citrus Gadgets
Check out these gadgets to help you get the most out of grapefruit and other tasty citrus.
6 Culinary New Year’s Resolutions
By: Ryan Hodros, Culinary Arts Student This is the time of year when every blogger and their brother comes out with...
Thrillist names The Buckhorn Exchange Colorado's Most Iconic Restaurant
The Buckhorn Exchange in Denver has been around since 1893, serving local big game to Wild West diners, Indian chiefs, U.S. presidents and more.
5 Kitchen Hacks for Cooking In Someone Else’s Kitchen
By: Ryan Hodros, Culinary Arts Student The vanquished foes of Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas are officially behind us, with Valentine’s Day...
Geeks Who Drink
Denver-based Geeks Who Drink is all about beer, knowledge and, of course, beer knowledge.
The Holidays at Escoffier
By: Ryan Hodros, Culinary Arts Student The Holiday Season is a weird time for a lot of people. Seeming to grow...
Home brewing stores in Austin
If you're looking to get into homebrewing to add fresh homemade ingredients to your Austin culinary arts school homework visit one of these supply stores.
Generosity and Gratitude
By: Ryan Hodros, Culinary Arts Student I’ve been struggling with what to write about for this blog entry. There’s a lot...
Texas Grapefruit 101
Learn about grapefruit, the Texas State Fruit, and ways to use it in your Austin culinary arts program homework.
Foods That Texas Can’t Live Without
Whether you're a native or a transplant to the state, you're likely to have come across these foods that Texans just can't live without.
Help Your Community By Hosting A Canned Goods Drive
Help your local community by organizing a canned goods drive. Here are some tips on how to plan and run a food donation drive.
How To Properly Handle Meats
We've got some tips on proper meat-handling to keep your kitchen safe and clean.
Holiday Gifts For The Chef In Your Life
There's a lot of high-tech gadgetry and fun home goods out there for chefs. We'll help you sort through some of it with our guide to holiday gifts for the chef in your life.
How To Dress Up A Salad
People shy away from salads because lettuce can be pretty boring by itself. Spice up any salad with these toppings and you will find yourself wanting to eat your greens!
Beer and Wine For Your Thanksgiving Feast
In the Austin culinary arts scene, and the entire country, chefs, foodies and amateurs alike appreciate a conscious effort to pair appropriate alcoholic beverages with a meal. So study up and enjoy your holiday.
Kitchen Apps to Help Culinary Students
Technology has allowed for the invention of some pretty neat tools that upcoming chefs, like Texas culinary arts students, can use in the kitchen. Check out these apps to capture and create new recipes with ease.
Holiday Hazards: Thanksgiving Edition
There's a lot that can go wrong when you're cooking an elaborate meal for all your loved ones. We've rounded up some holiday hazards and ways to prevent them from happening to you.
