Dumplings have been part of my life for as long as I can remember. In Poland, we call them pierogi, and they can be made …
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Tofu (豆腐): One of the Best Human Inventions
Tofu, also known as “bean curd,” has been around for over 2,000 years! Legend has it that it was discovered by accident in ancient China …
How to Plate with Confidence
I’ve been cooking for many years now, but plating has never been my strong suit. In fact, learning how to plate beautifully was one of …
The Stroganoff Challenge
Yesterday was one of the most exciting days so far. Chef Casper gave us a live demo of a dish that we were then asked …
The Ancient Art of Stir-Frying
I love Chinese cuisine, I’ve lived in China for two years and I’ve had stir-fried dishes countless of times during my time there. I love …
Knife Cut Variations
These past few days, we’ve been practicing our knife skills. Proper knife technique is the key to an enjoyable cooking experience—after all, cooking doesn’t exist …
My Go-to Dish: Okonomiyaki
Today, was the first cooking challenge in the kitchen. Everyone was suppose to make their go-to dish, a dish that we know in and out …