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health and nutrition
Get ready to delve into the intersection of culinary arts and well-being. Engage with articles that can showcase how nutritionally rich ingredients and culinary techniques converge to foster a balanced lifestyle.
Visible Sanitation is Now an Unspoken Marketing Requirement for Restaurants
Visible sanitation practices are more important than ever. Here are some ways you can show customers you’re getting them right...and earn their trust.
Boulder Is Front and Center in the March Toward Sustainable Cooking
If you're a culinary arts student at the Auguste Escoffier Boulder Culinary Campus and you aspire to contribute to sustainable service, then you're in the right place at just the right time.
Why the ‘Baked Goods Triangle’ is Important for all Pastry Chefs
Online pastry students have good reason to be mindful of all of the core baking trends, but they should be especially attentive to the baked-goods triangle as they hone their culinary craft.
How Will Bans on Polystyrene Containers Affect Takeout and Delivery?
Foam containers are on their way out in an number of states and cities.
Fats having a moment in the sun
After years of embracing low-fat and "lite," the pendulum has swung back the other way. Low-fat is out, and fatty is in.
Sourcing transparency is on the menu in 2019
Sourcing transparency is an increasingly important topic for restaurants and customers alike. Learn how to tap into the farm-to-table trend and address a number of other important concerns.
Better-for-you desserts are increasing in popularity
Better-for-you desserts are increasingly popular among a variety of eaters. How can you build such options into the menus you offer to your customers?
Healthy desserts that taste unhealthy
Boulder culinary students interested in accommodating a wider range of dietary needs can learn something from these relatively healthy desserts.
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.
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.
Never throw out another potato skin: Here’s how to use them
Potato skins are a longtime favorite that can easily be changed and improved to offer a variety of new tastes and experiences to your customers.
Why turmeric is becoming more popular
Turmeric has a long history in Asian cuisine and traditional medicine, but it’s been making huge inroads in American kitchens over the past couple years and culinary students should take note.
How chefs are including anti-inflammatories into their dishes
An anti-inflammatory diet can help people with a variety of medical conditions manage their symptoms while enjoying a variety of delicious dishes.
How to incorporate ‘superfoods’ into your health-conscious dishes
Superfoods are ingredients that have gained a reputation for being exceptionally packed with nutrients. Try these recipes to get started on crafting a menu that prioritizes health without sacrificing flavor.
How to sub nutritional yeast into all of your cheesy favorites
Nutritional yeast has a creamy texture and a cheesy, nutty flavor. It's an ideal substitute for cheese or a perfect addition to dish to make it a little more decadent.
Alternative ‘butters’ that are peanut allergy friendly and totally delicious
Two of the most common food-related allergies involve tree nuts and peanuts. Chefs can use peanut butter substitutes to cater to a broader audience.
Calorie counts: Do your customers want them? And are they practical?
Calorie counting is a popular choice for people who want to control portion size, lose weight and generally improve their health.
How to Whole30-proof a portion of your menu
One such diet plan is the Whole30, a popular short-term diet that changes the way eaters think about food. Here are some tips on how to craft a Whole30 compliant menu.
Gut-health cuisine popping up at restaurants everywhere
Today, many chefs are striving to meet the needs of diners by developing new dishes that are both tasty and promote gut health.
5 Tips For Putting Food On Ice
Let’s take a look at five of the biggest tips for putting your food on ice.
Improve Your Gluten-Free Game With These 3 Cooking Tips
Let’s take a look at three simple ways to incorporate gluten-free concepts into your culinary endeavors.
Breakfast Pastries With Fruit Are Healthy, Right?
Breakfast pastries with fruit can be heavy in calories, but are always delicious.
Brighten Your Dishes The Healthy Way
Using the produce you have in the fridge, you can create your own dyes and adjust the color of food to capture the precise look you're after.
5 Benefits Of Growing Your Own Herbs
These are a few reasons you should consider starting an herb garden today.
Healthy St. Patrick’s Day Menu Alternatives
You can get creative with dining on March 17 by making items that are both delicious and healthy.
How To Store Your Dairy Products
Here's what you should know about properly storing your food, so all of your culinary creations turn out delicious - and safe.
What You Should Know About Sustainable Seafood
When it comes to sustainable seafood, many people are puzzled by what exactly makes something deserving of this label.
Top 10 Most Hated Foods
Foods You Should Love! Some people are genetically predisposed to hating cilantro, and it can make the herb taste like...
3 Ways To Make Greens Less Routine
Here are three delicious ways to put different greens to work in your dishes.
4 Super-Tasty Ways To Use Seaweed
Edible seaweeds contribute unique taste and texture,
4 Tips To Master Vegan Cooking
Vegan cooking is a way to explore new ideas with vegetables and boost your skills as a chef.
What Resolutions Are You Making For 2017?
Anyone seeking their cooking certificate online is always looking for new ways to push their recipes to the limits and may very well attempt to outdo themselves in the new year.
