Food Preparation

Okay, let’s talk knives. Not just any knives, but *your* kitchen knives. The trusty chef’s knife, the paring knife that fits perfectly in your hand, maybe even that slightly intimidating […]

Okay, let’s talk knives. Specifically, let’s talk about that moment – you know the one – where your trusty chef’s knife just isn’t gliding through that onion like it used […]

Okay, let’s talk meal prep. If you’re anything like me, the idea of having delicious, healthy meals ready to go sounds like a dream. But the *process*? Sometimes it feels […]

Alright, let’s talk mashed potatoes. It seems simple, right? Boil potatoes, mash ’em up, add some butter and milk. Easy peasy. But how many times have you ended up with […]

Okay, let me tell you something. Living down here in Nashville, especially as the weather starts thinking about warming up – and let me tell you, it *thinks* about it […]

Alright, let’s talk shop. Specifically, let’s talk about one of the absolute workhorses of any serious commercial kitchen, especially one that deals with baking or large-scale prep: the mixer. Now, […]

Okay, let’s be real. We’ve all been there. Staring down another beige buffet table, the usual suspects lined up: the slightly sad veggie platter with ranch, the obligatory cheese and […]

Okay, let’s talk pudding. Specifically, let’s talk about that sinking feeling when you pull your lovingly prepared, or maybe even store-bought (no judgment!), pudding out of the fridge, ready for […]

Okay, let’s talk prep work. Specifically, chopping and dicing vegetables. If you’re running any kind of commercial kitchen, whether it’s a bustling Nashville eatery like some of the amazing places […]

Okay, let’s talk about something near and dear to my heart, something that transcends culinary trends and cultural divides: the pursuit of the perfect crispy roast potato. Seriously, is there […]