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Seven Items No Kitchen Should Be Without
January 10, 2012
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Le Cordon Bleu
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Miami
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Many Florida culinary professionals have kitchens loaded with tools and gadgets they use to make the delicious traditional ethnic foods that Florida is famous for. You, too, may have many kitchen tools and gadgets, but no matter how many you own, there’s a good chance that your kitchen is underequipped. Sure you have a bunch of stuff. But the question is: Do you have the right stuff? We’ve put together this list of seven indispensible kitchen items that no kitchen should be without so you can compare what you have and fill in any gaps.
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Getting-Lucky-Five-Foods-to-Eat-for-Luck-This-Year
January 9, 2012
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Le Cordon Bleu
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Chicago
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Looking for a prosperous New Year? Want to ensure your health or your attractiveness to the opposite sex? Then you should consider eating for luck. In other words, you should eat special foods that are traditionally associated with good luck in the New Year. The culinary info on why some of these foods are considered lucky is sometimes hard to come by, but old habits die hard.
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10 Food Rules to Keep You Healthy in 2012
January 9, 2012
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Las Vegas
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As any nutritionalist will tell you, it’s not just what you eat but when, where, why, and how you eat that makes the difference. There are many reasons to make poor nutritional choices. Maybe you have a demanding career. Maybe you’re a busy Las Vegas college student. Maybe you shuttle the kids to and from school and sporting events.
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5 Culinary Trends for 2011
January 6, 2012
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Boston
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Just like music and fashion, trends in the culinary world come and go. You don’t have to be a slave to fashion (in culinary sense), but if you are going to make a mark in this competitive industry, you’ll need to know what’s hot and how to use it to your advantage. Massachusetts culinary professionals have been setting culinary trends since colonial times. You can be a part of the next wave by staying on top of current trends and attitudes.
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How to Make Lasagna from Scratch
January 6, 2012
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Le Cordon Bleu
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The pride of Italy has long been the pride of the United States. Italian food, lasagna especially, is a staple in most households and on many restaurant menus. Why do we love lasagna so much? Perhaps it’s the wonderful combination of ingredients that provides the perfect taste and texture, or maybe it’s the heavenly aroma permeating the kitchen air when it’s in the oven. Whatever its appeal, making homemade lasagna is far easier than you might imagine. Follow this step by step guide to making your own lasagna and you will have a whole new appreciation for the culinary arts.
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A cake for local US Navy Master Chief Tom Frierson
January 6, 2012
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Le Cordon Bleu
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Atlanta
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Last week Le Cordon Bleu Atlanta made a cake for local US Navy Master Chief Tom Frierson, who retired after 25 years. While I have been the liaison to the Southeast Command through the Master Chief, Le Cordon Bleu has had several great opportunities to provide for the US Navy.
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How to Make an Apple Pie
January 5, 2012
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Le Cordon Bleu
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Atlanta
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While admiring and enjoying apple pie is admittedly far easier than baking one, with a little practice you can make this American classic, no problem. Perhaps one of the handiest recipes to know, baking an apple pie is the perfect way to come up with a surprise dessert for the family, comfort a friend, attend a party or enjoy a little mid-winter indulgence. Georgia culinary arts are about as down-home tasty as apple pie and now is the time to experiment. Your first pie may not come out looking like those from the baking classes you have always wanted to take, but once you try it a few times, you will find that practice truly does make perfect.
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Top Cookbooks of 2010
January 5, 2012
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Austin
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Every year thousands of cookbooks are published by publishers large and small. Some are written by seasoned culinary professionals, while others are written by novices who have more talent for the written word than they do with pots, pans, and knives. Whether you are a seasoned Austin culinary school graduate or newbie looking to learn something new, there is a multitude of books to choose from on any topic that interests you.
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Bring in the New Year without Breaking the Bank: Inexpensive Party Ideas
January 3, 2012
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Le Cordon Bleu
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Dallas
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The last couple of years have seen everyone tightening their belts to weather the rough economy. But with the holidays in full swing, maybe you’re thinking it’s time to celebrate the New Year and your graduation from that Texas culinary school. Still, you don’t want to spend like it’s 1999. The good news is that you don’t have to spend a fortune to have a fun and entertaining New Year’s Eve party.
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Hosting a New Year’s Bash
January 3, 2012
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Le Cordon Bleu
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Los Angeles
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New Year’s Eve is one of the most exciting nights of the year. Making the decision to host your own New Year’s party means a lot of pressure and a lot of work but it can also be fun and rewarding. If you have a love for preparing homemade foods attending cooking classes at a California culinary school is a great way to get your confidence up before your next big event but throwing a party isn’t just about the food. Here are a few ways to ensure that your next party is a huge success.
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