Powerpoint Presentation: a Brief History of Haute Cuisine

My student’s had a hard time getting down all the names of the key players in my lecture on a brief history of  Haute Cuisine today, so I decided to post the presentation for all to access.  Trust me it is very hard to narrow down some of the most influential chefs to a one [...]

Cook Street March 180° class 2009

Here is a presentation I put together of the most recent graduating class.  I have to admit I have been less diligent in photographing every dish as it came out. Nonetheless, enjoy.

Sad but true. The French are changing their eating habits

An interesting article about the trend in France towards fast and inexpensive lunch alternatives.

Le Sandwich Takes a Bite Out of French Tradition

By Edward Cody
Washington Post Foreign Service
Friday, June 26, 2009

PARIS, June 25 — Ah, France, bastion of the three-hour lunch. First comes the appetizer, followed by the main course, then cheese [...]