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.

Baking & Pastry Arts • 4 min read

Crisps and crumbles that keep customers coming back

Crisps and crumbles are not difficult to make, and your customers will just keep coming back for more.

October 19, 2018
Culinary Arts • 3 min read

Lettuce-less salads? Let us show you how lovely they can be

Salads classically come with some kind of lettuce as the base, but there are many different variations providing similar yet exciting flavors and none of that specific leafy green.

October 17, 2018
Baking & Pastry Arts • 3 min read

Fall for fig pastries this season

Figs fit into a variety of baked goods and pastries, and fall is an especially good time to utilize their flavor in many different application.

October 15, 2018
Culinary Arts • 4 min read

Chowders: The Hearty Soup for Cool Fall Temperatures

There's no wrong time of year to eat a rich, tasty chowder, but there is a best time: fall and winter.

October 11, 2018
Culinary Arts • 4 min read

Mustard: An ancient condiment with modern appeal

Mustard as a food dates back to ancient history and remains a popular condiment and ingredient in dishes from ballpark hot dogs to barbecue sauces and schnitzels.

October 3, 2018
Culinary Arts • 4 min read

Seafood bakes and boils offer eaters a unique thrill

Seafood bakes and boils allow chefs to combine a variety of flavors in unique ways and serve up an exceptional, easily shared dish to groups of customers.

September 27, 2018
Culinary Arts • 4 min read

Street food–inspired dishes that will spice up any menu

Street food exudes an essence of simple joy; bring that sentiment off the street and onto your menu with these street food–inspired dishes.  

September 21, 2018
Baking & Pastry Arts • 3 min read

Finding new frosting flavors to liven up cakes and more

Frostings take many forms beyond the classics like chocolate and vanilla. Culinary arts students can use these examples for inspiration developing their own unique frosting flavors.

September 19, 2018
Baking & Pastry Arts • 4 min read

Amazing desserts made with vegetables

Vegetables are filled with natural sugars, making them excellent options for a dessert menu.

September 18, 2018
Baking & Pastry Arts • 3 min read

Making whoopie pies your customers will love

Here are a few tips for online culinary students to help them make whoopie pies their customers will keep coming back for.

September 13, 2018
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