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Experience the art of culinary presentation! Explore articles that dissect the techniques and strategies behind captivating cooking demonstrations that inspire.

Recipes & Techniques 11 min read

5 Essential Knife Cutting Techniques for Professional Chefs

This guide shares essential knife skills for professional chefs. Enhance your precision and kitchen safety with detailed techniques and practical applications.

September 17, 2024
Culinary Arts 10 min read

How to Cube a Potato: A Beginner’s Guide with Recipes

Discover how to cube a potato like a pro with our comprehensive guide. From prep to storage, get tips for perfectly dicing potatoes for your recipes every time.

August 28, 2024
Recipes & Techniques 9 min read

Paring Knife 101: Beginner’s Guide to Perfect Peeling and Trimming

The paring knife is the workhorse of the kitchen. Find out more about its history and how to use it.

August 16, 2024
Culinary Arts 12 min read

What Is Sous Vide? A Beginner’s Guide to Precision Cooking

Discover sous vide, the niche culinary technique that can help you cook succulent dishes like the professionals!

July 10, 2024
Recipes & Techniques 9 min read

How to Carve a Chicken Like a Professional Chef

Discover how to carve a chicken the way a professional would, allowing you to maximize flavor, minimize waste, and create a stunning presentation.

June 26, 2024
Value of Culinary Education 13 min read

Learning How to Cook: A Guide for Beginners

If you want to learn how to cook, start here. Tips for practicing techniques, conversion tables, and how to take the next steps beyond beginner.

June 5, 2024
Recipes & Techniques 11 min read

Beef Carving 101: How to Cut Corned Beef, Roast, and More

Discover the art of beef carving! Learn to prepare and cut corned beef, tenderloin, and prime rib with expert tips in this comprehensive guide.

May 28, 2024
Culinary Arts 16 min read

Beef Cuts Explained: Different Cuts of Beef Every Professional Cook Should Know

Up your cooking game with this guide to understanding how beef cuts are created and categorized!

May 14, 2024
Recipes & Techniques 6 min read

How to Butterfly Cut Meats and Poultry

Find out what a butterfly cut is, why it’s important, and the proper technique in this butterfly cutting guide.

April 30, 2024
Recipes & Techniques 9 min read

Fiesta Flavors: Spicing Up Cinco de Mayo Celebrations

At Escoffier, we love a good party, and Cinco de Mayo probably ranks as one of the best! In the United States, we celebrate the day with dance, song, and, of course.... food!

April 25, 2024
Recipes & Techniques 5 min read

Winning Recipes: Trotting Through the Kentucky Derby Kitchen

Escoffier is running for the roses with five delicious derby-themed recipes. Chef Instructor Luke Shaffer has compiled a time-tested classic menu from the starting gate to the finish line.

April 24, 2024
Recipes & Techniques 10 min read

How to Fillet a Fish: A Beginner’s Guide

Ditch pre-cuts and discover how you can fillet a fish! This beginner's guide breaks down the process into simple steps, tips, and common mistakes.

April 8, 2024
Culinary Arts 9 min read

The Guide to Tex-Mex Cuisine: History, Ingredients, and Techniques

Explore the vibrant history and unique flavors of Tex-Mex cuisine and what makes it distinct from Mexican food.

April 5, 2024
Recipes & Techniques 5 min read

Mardi Gras Magic: Festive Fat Tuesday Recipes for a Flavorful Celebration

Get ready to tantalize your Mardi Gras taste buds with recipes for Jambalaya, NOLA fav beignets, and New Orleans signature cocktails.

February 8, 2024
Recipes & Techniques 6 min read

5 Decorative Bread Scoring Techniques

Discover the art of decorative bread scoring and elevate your bread's appearance with beautiful patterns and designs.

February 5, 2024
Culinary Arts 8 min read

How to Make a Great Charcuterie Board

Anyone can learn how to make a great charcuterie board, no culinary expertise required! Simply pick your palette, explore your creativity, and enjoy.

January 3, 2024
World of Food & Drink 6 min read

Tandoori Cooking: 5 Secrets Behind Indian Clay Oven Techniques

Discover the secrets behind tandoori cooking and the vibrant flavors that have captivated taste buds for centuries.

December 28, 2023
Recipes & Techniques 3 min read

Holiday Lamb Dinner Recipe

Are you searching for a new and delicious recipe to serve during the holiday season? Escoffier Chef Instructor Matthew Fairfield’s...

December 14, 2023
Recipes & Techniques 3 min read

How to Make Pecan Pie Filling

There’s nothing quite like the comforting aroma of freshly baked goods on Thanksgiving day to warm hearts and boost spirits....

November 1, 2023
Recipes & Techniques 6 min read

How To Make The Five Mother Sauces

Mother sauces, first classified by French Chef Marie-Antoine Carême and later codified by Auguste Escoffier, are the starting points for...

October 4, 2023
Recipes & Techniques 5 min read

How to Make a Blackberry Galette

As summer comes to a close, popular summer fruits, like berries, make way for fall favorites like apples and pears....

September 20, 2023
Baking & Pastry Arts 8 min read

Baking Basics: Essential Baking Tips & Techniques for Beginners

Every baker can benefit from some foundational baking techniques. Pastry school can help you pick up these skills.

August 14, 2023
Recipes & Techniques 4 min read

How to Make Soy Glazed Pacific Halibut with Crispy Mushroom Roll and Bok Choy

Pacific halibut is one of the largest species of flatfish and is primarily found in the icy waters of the...

July 24, 2023
Culinary Arts 3 min read

4 Tips For Cooking With Bison

Bison is a tasty meat that can offer unique cooking challenges for eager young chefs. 

July 7, 2023
Recipes & Techniques 6 min read

How to Make Popovers: A Recipe

Curious about how to make popovers at home? Explore this easy popover recipe and discover the essential ways to serve them!

July 6, 2023
Recipes & Techniques 2 min read

How to Make Fish Tacos

Escoffier Chef Instructor Scott Cohen shares his famous fish tacos. His recipe includes fresh and colorful ingredients!

April 25, 2023
Recipes & Techniques 3 min read

How to Make Savory Crepes with Mornay Sauce

Escoffier Chef Instructor Dan Bearss shares his favorite savory crepe recipe that is paired with mornay sauce.

March 15, 2023
Recipes & Techniques 3 min read

How to Make Crepes

With the help of Escoffier Chef Instructor Stefanie Bishop, learn how to make crepes and find out the best fillings for this thin pancake.

March 13, 2023
Baking & Pastry Arts 5 min read

How to Make Fudge: 3 Tips for Making Your Best Fudge

Check out these tips for making fudge if you’d like to whip up a batch of this smooth and creamy confection.

March 8, 2023
Recipes & Techniques 12 min read

Grab Your Piece of the Pie!

Just the mention of pie probably brings up childhood memories of cooking with mom or grandma—those fresh fruits and flakey...

February 20, 2023
Recipes & Techniques 3 min read

Treat Your Sweetie to a Valentine’s Day Delight – Chocolate Raspberry Tarts

Whether you’re enrolled in culinary school as a pastry arts student working toward your degree or diploma, an executive chef...

February 14, 2023
Recipes & Techniques 2 min read

How to Make Potatoes Au Gratin

Escoffier Chef Instructor Scott Cohen has you covered with his creamy and cheesy French cuisine classic, Potatoes Au Gratin.

January 27, 2023
Recipes & Techniques 3 min read

How to Make Coeur a la Creme with Raspberry Sauce

Escoffier Chef Instructor Matthew Lewis shares his French dessert, Coeur a la Creme with raspberry sauce recipe.

January 25, 2023
Recipes & Techniques 3 min read

No Booze Resolution? No Problem. Bring on the Mocktails!

The holidays may be over, but through January and February the weather outside is still frightful! New Year’s resolutions are...

January 8, 2023
Recipes & Techniques 2 min read

How to Make Dark Chocolate Peppermint Truffles

Escoffier Chef Instructor Renee Moreno shares a decadent dark chocolate peppermint truffle recipe great for the holidays.

November 30, 2022
Recipes & Techniques 3 min read

How to Make Latke with Shredded Chicken Confit and Crème Fraîche

Escoffier Chef Instructor Dan Bearss shares his latke recipe, a pan-fried potato pancake that is popular in eastern European cuisine.

November 17, 2022
Baking & Pastry Arts 8 min read

How to Make Bread from Scratch

Wondering how to make bread from scratch? Discover the basic process, including proofing, kneading, and shaping, plus explore different yeast variations.

November 4, 2022
Recipes & Techniques 7 min read

Apple Tart Recipe

Escoffier Chef Instructor Stefanie Bishop shares her apple tart recipe made from scratch. This recipe is perfect for fall festivities.

October 24, 2022
Recipes & Techniques 3 min read

How to Make Ratatouille and Polenta

Escoffier Chef Instructor Chef Dan Bearss shares his homemade ratatouille paired with parmesan polenta recipe.

October 11, 2022
Recipes & Techniques 5 min read

How to Make Chicken Francaise

Looking for a flavorful dish to add to your dinner rotation? Join a professional chef to learn how to make chicken Francaise.

September 30, 2022
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