Amélie: An Example of Inspiration
Being a girl at a fine-dining restaurant isn’t always evident. They are still minority, yet they are very strong; like Amélie.
What You Need to Know if You Want to Become a Chef
Starting a new job is always something exciting. However, starting this one was also something unimaginable and unforgettable at the same time.
Behind the Scenes: Understanding the Kitchen Brigade
The kitchen brigade system (brigade de cuisine) is a hierarchical system and everyone has specific responsibilities and follows a strict hierarchy.
From Ensenada To Mérida and all the Way to Paris: Ven a Comer (Come to Eat)
The State visit of Mexico’s President to France included the event Ven a Comer where I was honored to participate. Great Mexican Chefs in Paris. For me, a treat.
A Gem Found in Boulogne-Billancourt : Plantxa
Plantxa @ Boulogne-Billancourt, is a “gastro bistro” signed Juan Arbelaez where they welcome you as in Latin America.
A Small Step, but My Own Giant Leap
From my first day at the school, I re-learned everything from scratch. Today, I finish my training, and I’ll be responsible to continue learning, but
a beautiful adventure it’s been.
After 9 Months of Culinary Training, My last Dish!
How long does it take to become a chef? My 9-month training was about to end. Now, it was the moment to show everything I had learned.
Any Given Parisian Sunday
Things to do in Paris on Sunday? Most of the city stays open on Sunday, including restaurants and cafes, museums, monuments, bakeries, etc.
Getting Ready for the Second Round of Exams
During the semester we cooked 30 traditional dishes. The exam would be 1 of those 30 to convince the jury we were ready for what would follow.
The Forgotten Dessert
I knew we had been served 10 courses. Here is a bit about that one plate I had forgotten about.
