Food Culture

Indulge in the rich tapestry of food cultures around the world. Uncover the authentic anecdotes behind diverse cuisines, traditions, and culinary practices that can shape global dining experiences.

Culinary Arts 3 min read

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
Culinary Arts 3 min read

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
Culinary Arts 6 min read

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
Culinary Arts 2 min read

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
Culinary Arts 2 min read

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
Culinary Arts 2 min read

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
Culinary Arts 3 min read

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
Culinary Arts 2 min read

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
World of Food & Drink 2 min read

New restaurant to open in Hotel Boulderado

Since it first opened over a century ago on New Year's Day in 1909, the Hotel Boulderado has seen a chain of restaurants operate inside its walls.

July 21, 2014
Culinary Arts 2 min read

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
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