Nothing epitomises the culinary arts better than Gourmet Food. Gourmet Foods are a cultural milestone when it comes to fine food and drink, and its appreciation is a passionate pursuit for those with a discerning palate and refined tastes.

When we think of Gourmet Food, we often associate it with the term ‘Epicurious’ – inspired by Epicurus, the 3rd Century BC Greek philosopher, who advocated th (more…)

Lots of thinking arises in mind when we hear the word “chef”. Nearly everyone associates the word with fine dining eating places and French sauces. Generally, the image of a chef comes with a big chef’s cap perched on a head. This is by far the most common descriptions that people call up when they think of a chef. Along with this image comes a certain degree of admiration.

Executive chef job is the most (more…)

So what type of opportunities can a culinary school graduate aspire to as a Seattle chef? We’ve gathered a list of 10 opportunities. It doesn’t include all possibilities, but it’s a great list that can spark your imagination to get you cooking in Washington.

• Executive Chef/Owner of Your Restaurant

Seattle has a very vibrant and diverse culinary scene. Seattle diners are often looking for new a (more…)

California chefs may have it easier than chefs from anywhere else in the country. They have the luxury of living and working in one of the most bountiful farming regions in the world. From the orange groves and avocado fields of Southern California to the grapes of the Northern coast to the vast agricultural powerhouse of the San Joaquin Valley, California produces hundreds of varieties of fruits and vegetables. The produce gro (more…)

You have made it through freshers week at university or college relatively unscathed. So what’s the next hurdle in student life? Well trying to feed your self on a budget can be a daunting prospective never mind actually cooking. The main advice is eating is essential! You may think that you can survive on booze and coffee but eventually you’ll be ill.

Food  for many of you  will be something that you have just ta (more…)