Guest Post with Chef Joan Donatelle to celebrate Apple and Seafood Month
#applemonth #applesandseafood #applepancettachutney #seafoodmonth Apples, the ubiquitous fruit So common that it is easy to take apples...


Insanely Easy and Delectable Toscana Salsa Bruschetta
When I had my catering business and restaurant, we had to be extremely efficient with our purchasing dollars. As a general rule, our...


October is Gumbo Season
Typically, in Louisiana, when the temps drop outside, it's a signal for the Gumbo season. I just taught a virtual class on the secrets of...


Chef's Secrets to make life easier in the kitchen
One of the greatest lessons one can learn in the kitchen is how to work organized and efficient. I have spent my career teaching staff...

