Food Culture

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Culinary Arts 4 min read

Pretty in pink: Dress up these desserts with Himalayan sea salt

Himalayan sea salt is similar in taste to common table salt, but its flaky, pink appearance makes it a great way to add a visual punch to a variety of desserts.

August 29, 2018
Baking & Pastry Arts 3 min read

Understanding the delicious versatility of cornbread

Cornbread can be sweet or salty, offering chefs a strong base off which they can provide a wide range of flavors and textures to their customers.

August 27, 2018
Culinary Arts 4 min read

Perfect your purees with these simple steps

A vegetable puree can be just the thing to tie a dish together. Here are the three basic steps for making a flavorful, vibrant one.

August 27, 2018
Culinary Arts 4 min read

Savory pies have a place at your table

Savory pies are popular in many countries across the globe. With the right mixture of ingredients, you can thrill a variety of diners with your own creations.

August 17, 2018
Baking & Pastry Arts 4 min read

Mix or scratch: How should you prepare your desserts?

Should you make your next dessert from a mix or from scratch? 

August 15, 2018
Culinary Arts 4 min read

The vital difference between food allergies and intolerances

Millions of people have food hypersensitivities, which means they can have uncomfortable or even fatal reactions to specific foods.

August 15, 2018
Baking & Pastry Arts 4 min read

How breading makes or breaks a meal

Here are a few bits of breading wisdom to keep your cuisine crumbly but not crummy, courtesy of the experts at our Boulder campus.

August 13, 2018
Culinary Arts 4 min read

Summer soups to keep your customers cool

Soup may be a warm welcome on a chilly fall day, but that doesn't mean you should rule these meals out during the dog days of summer.

August 9, 2018
Culinary Arts 4 min read

Fresh inspiration for appetizers

Appetizers can cover a lot of ground, so consider these new flavors and how to create your own to move past the most well-known offerings.

August 3, 2018
Culinary Arts 2 min read

How To Make Falafel

If falafel makes you a little weary, you’re not alone! The dark brown balls with a bright green center can...

July 31, 2018
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