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Culinary Arts
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The culinary tradition of Kyoto
The culinary tradition of Kyoto and the surrounding region is known as kyo-ryori?, and has the distinction of being one of the most refined cooking and dining styles in the world.
August 15, 2014
One of the oldest cheeses in France
One cheese that has stood the test of time is the French creation known as Pont l'Eveque.
August 14, 2014
Guide to Indian breads
One of the best ways of coming up with more creative recipes in the kitchen is to become familiar with different international ingredients and recipes.
August 13, 2014
Cooking with a blowtorch
The blowtorch has long been used to achieve that perfect caramelized crust on top of a creme brulee.
August 11, 2014
It's shandy season!
During the sweltering days of summer, nothing refreshes quite like lemonade.
August 10, 2014
Enter the hybrid stone fruit
Now, thanks to science, fruit fans have a whole new category of produce to gorge themselves on.
August 9, 2014
The most controversial fruit in the world
Few fruits are capable of being as divisive and controversial as the durian.
August 8, 2014
Creating food culture
Some culinary arts programs have addressed the question of food culture and how it is created, however, in today's global society it is becoming increasingly difficult to understand what exactly the food culture of a specific location happens to be.
August 8, 2014
The most dangerous taste: red abalone
Online cooking programs may offer cooking instructions for various sea creatures, but you would be hard-pressed to find a red abalone recipe listed anywhere.
August 6, 2014
Tips for Cooking with Beer
By: Ryan Hodros, Culinary Arts Student A few weeks ago, I released part one of my multi-part guide to beer. While I’m still...
August 5, 2014
Farm Highlight: McCauley Family Farm
By: Helena Stallings, Culinary Arts Student One of the main challenges that faces culinary professionals looking to procure local produce is...
August 4, 2014
Is American cheese real cheese?
There is one type of cultured dairy product that seems to befuddle the average consumer more than any other: American cheese.
August 3, 2014
Touring Texas wine country
Just west of Austin, Texas lies the sprawling acreage of the state's Hill Country.
August 2, 2014
Taking a trip to beer camp
Some students enrolled in online chef programs will be pleased to know that if they miss the festival, they can still get the beer.
August 1, 2014
Fast food isn't about the speed anymore
Online cooking school students will be happy to know that taste is making its way to the forefront of the consumer's mind.
July 29, 2014
TheBigWonderful food competition
Culinary academy students in the area are sure to taste a few inventive dishes if they attend TheBigWonderful during the summer.
July 26, 2014
The Trouble With Truffle Oil
By: Ryan Hodros, Culinary Arts Student Our class had our regional cuisines practical this past week, and a pleasant side-effect of...
July 25, 2014
Cajun vs. Creole
The food culture of southern Louisiana is the result of a diverse mix of cultural influences over hundreds of years.
July 25, 2014
Mind tricks of the restaurant trade
There are many tricks that restaurants employ when crafting their menus and some are difficult to weed out, even for those learning to cook online.
July 24, 2014
The New Drinker’s Guide to Beer (Part One)
By: Ryan Hodros, Culinary Arts Student I’ve been a beer reviewer for a little over half a year, but I’ve been...
July 23, 2014
Harvard students create Spray Cake
Culinary arts programs with an emphasis on science continue to be popular as the field of molecular gastronomy remains popular on the foodie scene in the United States.
July 23, 2014
Michelada: The bloody mary's Mexican cousin
Fans of the bloody mary rejoice, there is a new tomato-based cocktail in town.
July 23, 2014
Second-ranked restaurant in world headed to Texas
Members of Austin's culinary arts programs may want to turn their attention to some other Texan cities, as one of the most highly ranked restaurants in the world will be making stops in both Houston and Dallas in early August.
July 22, 2014
Featured Farm: Carrie’s Clucks
By: Helena Stallings, Culinary Arts Student The Farm to Table Experience is one of the main aspects of the culinary curriculum...
July 21, 2014
New craft brewery opens in Boulder
Culinary academy students in Colorado should take note: On Monday, July 11, Boulder officially added one more craft brewery to its already burgeoning beer scene.
July 21, 2014
Boulder gets paleo-friendly restaurant
Those looking for a more paleolithic take on dinner might want to try out one of Boulder's newest restaurants, the Blooming Beets Kitchen.
July 21, 2014
The U.S. could lift the ban on haggis
Allowing haggis back into the country could make the dish one of the next big staples of foodie culture, a new challenge for those in culinary arts programs and established chefs alike.
July 20, 2014
Growing and trading sustainable foods
Because you want to cook sustainable dishes for your online baking courses, you'll have to look for local and organic ingredients.
July 18, 2014
Knowing Your Limits in Culinary School
By: Ryan Hodros, Culinary Arts Student In the past five days, I’ve written somewhere around ten thousand words, gone to three...
July 16, 2014
Can vs. bottle
When you're buying a soda, juice or beer, do you find yourself always choosing a can or a bottle?
July 14, 2014
Trends in Art and The Culinary Industry
By: Ryan Hodros, Culinary Arts Student In any artistic industry, one of the more frustrating things for those trying to break...
July 11, 2014
Greenberg's 'American Catch' provides commentary on local seafood
Maybe you're a seasoned veteran when it comes to skills in the kitchen, or perhaps you're just starting to learn to cook online.
July 11, 2014
A Taste of Home
By: Leah Eveleigh, Culinary Arts Student & Cutthroat Kitchen Winner Come with me on a culinary journey home to the Philippines,...
July 10, 2014
The most extreme restaurants in the world
Those that tire of hum-drum, run-of-the-mill chain restaurants can take a walk on the wild side at any of these extreme dining experiences.
July 10, 2014
Naturally Unnatural
Online culinary colleges, farm-to-fork restaurants, the rise of foodie culture; the evidence is all around us.
July 8, 2014
New CNBC show invests in restaurant entrepreneurs
Chef and restaurant operator Tim Love has teamed up with restaurateur Joe Bastianich to produce a new show for CNBC called Restaurant Startup.
July 8, 2014
Dai Due brings outdoor dining to Austin
Learn more about local agriculture at an Austin culinary arts program.
July 6, 2014
Food trucks may be safer than restaurants
A recent study indicates that food trucks may actually be safer than restaurants in terms of health code statutes and food preparation.
July 5, 2014
A Basic Guide To Hot Peppers
Hot peppers are a staple of any Texas culinary arts school.
July 3, 2014
Mario Batali opened a production company
Famous chef, writer and television personality Mario Batali is bringing new focus to the young culinary movement in the United States.
July 2, 2014
