When winter arrives, my students call me asking for ideas to keep their kids busy during their school break. This year I have some great classes that mom and dad can take with their children- 8 and older. The recipes I share are sure to keep your little cook entertained in the kitchen. If you can’t make into my kitchen this holiday season, then pick up a gift certifcate for…
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The Holidays are here and my students call and email me for tips to follow in the kitchen. Here are 5 of my favorite go-to tips to keep in mind when you’re in the kitchen. Don’t forget to subscribe to my Newsletter for great videos and recipes! Happy Holidays! Get an Instant Read Digital Thermometer the next time you are at the Classroom or order it online here! This tool…
App-y Hour with Martha Stewart Living in the Culinary Classroom! BY CULINARYCLASSROOM 0 COMMENT BLOG Did you know that Martha Stewart Living Magazine (#MarthaFood) and Better Homes and Gardens (#BHGFood) are one and the same? I had the honor of hosting a wonderful night with this great organization as they gathered for a Cooking and Mixology Event – or an “App-y Hour” . The night started with a great cocktail from Martha Stewart…
Healthy cooking is a hot topic that appears in blogs and the media on a regular basis. Many of my students have a commitment to healthy living and to help you, I’ve created a special cooking series that will transform any food lover into a healthy-cooking professional! Meal planning is much easier when you know how to cook and have mastered the basics in the kitchen. That is what you…
Easter is right around the corner, and I love preparing holiday meals for my friends and family. Brunch is an ideal menu to plan for on a busy Easter Sunday, and some recipes can be prepared the day before. You can even get younger family members to participate in the kitchen! Here are some of my favorite brunch recipes to help inspire your family fun day! As you’re browsing these…
With every day that goes by summer is getting closer and closer! For most people, summer is all about barbecues, warm nights and trips to the beach. While I enjoy all of those things, I look more forward to the time I get to spend teaching young Chefs. I have been teaching Kid’s Cooking Camps in Los Angeles for over 10 years. Mid June is the start of my Kids Summer…
Neal Fraser Dinner Surprises with McDonald’s! On Wednesday, February the 6th, I was invited to the Carondelet House in Los Angeles to attend a dinner cooked by one of our great local Chefs, Neal Fraser. Like me, Neal is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America. About 44 of us attended, everyone was a social media influencer. Some of the guests were interior decorators, some were reporters and some were…
Super Bowl Sunday 2016 Recipes! The Super Bowl is a fun time to get together with friends, family and neighbors to cheer on the two best teams in the NFL! It’s also a time when party hosts settle for frozen pre-made snacks and appetizers. Never fear because I’ve created the ideal Super Bowl Menu with food options that are certain to please every fan at the party! You can check out my…
Valentine’s Day – Crème Bruleé & Couples Date Nights! Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! There’s no better time to begin planning a special evening for your sweetheart. I love helping couples learn how to cook, and I’ve got specially designed classes coming up with a few dates that still have room available! Stop by the Culinary Classroom Recreational Class Listings and check out my Couples Classes. In each…
I can’t wait until the new “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” film hits the movie theaters this weekend! How about you? Anyone else excited? To celebrate the release, I made some Star Wars Cupcakes with Gaby (0hgaby) Bañuelos! See how I showed her how to make Stormtroopers, Chewbacca, and Princess Leia Cupcakes! What a fun time! Make these cupcakes the next time you want to Awaken the Force and celebrate…