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 • 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
Culinary Arts • 4 min read

4 Underrated Kitchen Tools

Every chef has a preferred kitchen device, and many times chefs favor the most versatile options.

July 25, 2018
Culinary Arts • 3 min read

Perfecting your pan sauce

Pan sauces are versatile, valuable additions to a variety of dishes created by culinary arts students

July 25, 2018
Baking & Pastry Arts • 4 min read

How to make pastry look amazing

Flavor isn't everything when it comes to perfect pastries. Texture, aroma and presentation all play a large role in attracting customers to a bakery.

July 24, 2018
Baking & Pastry Arts • 4 min read

No-bake desserts that are easy on your prep team and kitchen

No-bake desserts can work just as well in professional kitchens as they can at home. Consider these sweet treats whether you don't want to turn on your own oven or need to cut down on prep work at the restaurant.

July 9, 2018
Baking & Pastry Arts • 1 min read

How To Assemble and Decorate a 3 Tier Cake

When it comes to cake decorating, sometimes less is more. You can make a big impact with small additions and...

July 2, 2018
Culinary Arts • 4 min read

Every Role in a Professional Kitchen is a Key Ingredient

Here are some of the indispensable jobs that professionals perform behind the scenes every day at restaurants, catering companies and institutional dining facilities.

June 26, 2018
Culinary Arts • 4 min read

Tarts, shortcakes and more desserts fit the feeling of summer

Summer's high temperatures lend themselves to certain desserts with a strong baking and pastry component, from strawberry shortcake to ice cream tarts.

June 18, 2018
Culinary Arts • 4 min read

Bring the taste of Hawaii to the mainland with these delicious dishes

Hawaii has long been a hotbed of culinary innovation and fusion, leading trends that spread to the mainland. Learn more about these dishes to help you further your education at culinary arts schools.

June 15, 2018
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