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The Holy Trinity - Mirepoix
October 14, 2007 | No Comment

Ok, it doesn’t get much more simple than this. However, It is a noteworthy concept. The concept of Mirepoix. Imagine, 3 simple vegetables that rarely get eaten on their own, when combined and cooked in …

Hollandaise Sauce - Method and Variations
October 12, 2007 | No Comment
Hollandaise Sauce - Method and Variations

Hollandaise sauce is the sort of Holy Grail of sauces. The reason for this is due to its exquisite flavor and difficulty of preparation. Often times it becomes one of the first marks of …

Caipirinha - The Little Brazilian Cocktail That Could
October 11, 2007 | One Comment

It was not long ago that no one in the U.S.A. had ever heard of the Caipirinha. Now, it is one of the top 50 drinks according to the IBA (International Bartenders Association). Made popular …

Crème Fraîche - Everything You Need to Know
October 11, 2007 | No Comment

Crème Fraîche is that one ingredient that is not often used, more commonly misunderstood, and sometimes made into a synonym for sour cream. Today we are going to change all of this. So after hours …