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.
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.
French Cuisine History: The “Grande Table”
In a ” Grande Table “, you will celebrate the flavors of sophisticated French cuisine with unique dishes that explore the country’s culinary traditions.
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.
When the Oven Played a Very Bad Joke on Me and it was the Worst Day to Do so
Exam Day is stressful. Relying on a working oven in a kitchen is normal. But when this one tool fails, it can quickly be a catastrophe.
On Chickens, Ducks, and Guinea Fowls
Poultry is probably the most common animal protein eaten around the World, yet it’s not only chickens what one would call “poultry”.
Back from the Omnivore Food Festival in Paris
Omnivore. I had no idea what it was about, but I discovered the cuisine of many who surely will become more and more accoladed.
SIRHA, The Unmissable World Hospitality and Food Service Event
SIRHA Lyon is a premium trade fair for the food service, catering and food sectors. It’s the leading international trade fair for the food services industry.
Mastering the Art of Slicing and Chopping Vegetables
One of the most impressing thing to watch cooks do is cutting at high speed. The problem is that now I have to learn how to do it as well.
French Culinary School 101
A look back to the day I entered the building of Le Cordon Bleu Paris located on Leon Delhomme to be welcomed as a student.
