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 …
Recipes
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 …
My First Time Ever Working in a School Kitchen
At VegChef, every student gets the chance to work in the school kitchen for a week, helping with lunch prep for the schoolchildren, teachers, and, …
Risotto Lessons
Today, we learned how to make risotto—a fantastic dish for practicing the combination of dry- and moist-heat cooking methods. Our teacher walked us through his …
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 …
First Week Reflections
I can’t believe the first week of culinary school is already over. I’m absolutely amazed by how much I’ve learned about plant-based cooking — and …