Culinary School and Beyond

From culinary student, to cook, to whatever the future holds

Changing Up the Breakfast Routine: Southwest Quinoa Breakfast Burrito

Breakfast is something I have complicated feelings about. On the one hand, it is the most important meal of the day. It offers your body its first opportunity to start … Continue reading

February 17, 2015 · Leave a comment

Kernölgugelhupf: Austrian Pumpkin Seed Oil Cake

I love any and all sorts of toasty, nutty oils. I think sesame oil is easily one of the most earthy, sexy ingredients I’ve ever encountered. Along the progression of … Continue reading

February 14, 2015 · Leave a comment

Love In The Raw: Fully Raw Vegan Key Lime Pie

Over the past few entries, we’ve visited a number of elements that might make a meal for your significant other extra special. Things like added knife skills, cooking steak perfectly, … Continue reading

February 14, 2015 · Leave a comment

Valentine’s Day Ideas Pt. 4: Decadent Chocolate Tart

So, you’ve had a wonderful meal. You and your special someone have sipped some wine, shared some lovely food, and enjoyed the company of one another. But something seems to … Continue reading

January 28, 2015 · Leave a comment

Valentines Ideas Pt. 3: Complete Indulgence or “Where’s the Beef?”

You’ve seen the last few posts, and I know what you’re thinking. “I have that typical guy that wants meat. He’s not overly brave, and I think I’d send the … Continue reading

January 27, 2015 · 1 Comment

Valentine’s Day Ideas Pt. 2 : Vegan Miso Canihua and Quinoa With Seared King Oyster Mushrooms

So, your Valentine is a vegetarian or vegan? No problem. Chances are, if you’re partnered with someone who prefers a plant-based diet, you’re probably at least somewhat like-minded. Before you … Continue reading

January 17, 2015 · Leave a comment

Valentine’s Day Ideas Pt. 1 : Teriyaki Salmon With Citrus Salad Over Rice

I know Valentine’s is more than a month away, but it has been on my mind. Working retail, the moment that the new year’s streamers go away, everything pink and … Continue reading

January 13, 2015 · Leave a comment

A New Spin on New Year’s Resolutions

The new year has arrived, and is already whizzing by at a startling rate. Now is the time every conversation, facebook update, and tweet resonates with the new years resolutions … Continue reading

January 7, 2015 · Leave a comment

A Very Homemade Christmas

  Finally, the bloody holidays are over! Every December 1st, I sit down and tell myself I’m going to make this “The best holiday season ever”. Somewhere around the 19th, … Continue reading

January 4, 2015 · 2 Comments

Marshall Family Recipes: Immune Booster Soup

Poop. I did it again. Completely overextended myself and, in turn, brought on a flu likes of which I haven’t encountered for years. On the plus side, I felt extremely … Continue reading

December 28, 2014 · 2 Comments