I was first introduced to the proper maintenance of a starter while working under a Chef in The Great Midwest, E.g. Wisconsin. It was a real chore to feed this bubbling beast daily and in the beginning it was simply a nuisance that I had to cope with.   Since that time, I have traveled around and wandered in and out of many kitchens only to find mediocre breads (many of which are outsourced). Only when I begin to long for (and appreciate) A Great…

I have been playing with pickles in the kitchen for the last couple of weeks, inspired by several different events. First of which took place while I was working under a Chef in North Carolina as he developed a simple snack menu featuring Buy cialis online uk a j Generic cialis without prescription ar of pickles. All of the pickles were house made, kept inside of a earnest six ounce glass jar. A mixture of okra, haricot verts, asparagus, turnips, radishes and cauliflower brought together…

Fact: From the moment coffee is roasted, it begins to decay and loose flavor rapidly, remaining fresh from only ten days to a possible two weeks. Interesting… Think about how long your trusty tin has been in the refrigerator or cupboard, not including the time spent on the shelf at your favorite supermarket. I personally can’t remember the last time I bought coffee, having a giant 2lb/ pre-ground tub that suites my gluttonous needs and tight schedule. Until now, you see; I have tasted the…

The “Farm to Table” movement has become an idea that many chefs throughout our country have began to embrace and showcase on their menus. To be able to state that the Heirloom Tomatoes that you used to create your beautiful gazpac generic cialis ho came from a few miles down the road (or even on property), gives a chef this indisputable sense of pride.   You used to have to wake up at midnight and bribe your purveyors to get the freshest ingredients, now Chefs…

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There is something oddly soothing that consumes a person when they take charge and sharpen their own knives. In my mind, there is no other way to create a better connection between a chef and his cutlery, than taking the time to care for and maintain his own piece of steel. Your knives become an expression of who you are in the kitchen and how serious you are about mastering your craft; in extension your knife is a part of you and showcases the quality…