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Firm or hard cheeses are often grouped together for the sake of simplicity, and typically have a couple of major characteristics in common, even among diverse types of cheese. First, most hard cheeses

What is flambé? Meaning “flamed” in French, flambé is the process of adding alcohol, typically Cognac or rum, to a hot pan and then lighting it on fire. While the alcohol cooks off, the sauce reduces

Dry-aging a cut of meat often results in a tender product with a concentrated flavor and some extra fun, funky flavor notes. While traditional dry-aging requires lots of space, specific temperature

At its core, dashi serves as the foundation upon which countless Japanese dishes are built, extending beyond a mere clear broth. Its delicate yet complex taste, characterized by the subtle interplay

Its origins can be traced back over 2,000 years to China, where it emerged as a cornerstone of the cuisine. Trade then carried this liquid gold across the world, where it became deeply woven into the

As the American artisanal cheese industry has been growing steadily over the past 30 years, and American cheeses have been earning accolades worldwide for their excellence and creativity, the words

From certain varieties of olives and potatoes to various cured meats, to balsamic vinegar and cheese, there are certain foods that are inextricably tied to their place of origin. The specific terroir

Before I was a student in ICE’s �������� Arts program, the only foodservice job I had was working behind a bakery counter. Aside from reheating quiche, I wasn’t preparing food — I helped customers

Taking the �������� Arts program was a dream. And when you dream about going to culinary school — or at least when I did — I imagined pulling a roasted rack of lamb out of the oven, folding the

As all the world’s cheeses are made from the same basic ingredients — milk, salt, rennet and cultures — it is the aging process, at the hands of an affineur, that encourages baby cheese wheels to

The process of landing an externship at a restaurant is slightly different than the typical office interview process, as it allows you to experience the kitchen, meet the team and even show off some

Of primary importance, cheese offers high value with low effort — a welcome departure from a majority of Thanksgiving’s signature dishes. When you’re spending all day in the kitchen for a meal that