As I have worked my way down the East Coast, I have always taken away something from restaurants. For example, I spent some time in a Philadelphia kitchen that was one of the most creative places I have ever been in. We would manipulate products in directions that I had not considered possible before. We […]
Boston butt or pork butt is the American name for a cut of pork that comes from the upper part of the shoulder from the front leg and may contain the blade bone. Boston butt is the most common cut used for pulled pork. Despite the name, it does not come from the pig’s rear end. Okay…I will admit I
Saltimbocca is a dish traditionally made of veal, lined or topped with prosciutto and sage. In addition, it is marinated in wine, oil, or saltwater, depending on the region (or one’s own taste). Saltimbocca (Italian: jumps in the mouth) is occasionally topped with capers. This savory dish is popular in southern Switzerland, Italy, Spain , and Greece)
What better way to celebrate the transition from summer to fall than to create a hearty chowder? We prepared this savory dish with lobster, fresh corn, and scallops. The layers of flavor in this dish are subtle, yet satisfying. You’ll want to make it again and again. The Process We butter-poached lobster tails with thyme
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Each component of this sandwich is delicious on its own. We started with the pretzel buns, which provide the perfect framework for the other flavors. Pretzel dough adds something special to a sandwich, elevating our enjoyment of it. Is it the distinctive chew unique to pretzel dough? Is it the slightly crunchy exterior of the
We wanted to make something comforting yet elegant, an al dente linguine tossed in a velvety blush sauce. First we cooked lobster tails and shrimp in a CVap® Cook and Hold Oven. The flavor and texture of the shellfish added a level of decadence to the dish that made it truly special. Let’s deconstruct it!
Lobster is the ultimate decadent luxury. History shows us that wasn’t always the case. People once considered it a trash food fit only for the poor. The crustacean was considered the “cockroach of the ocean.” Americans started regarding it as ‘fancy’ food in the 1950s. You can read more on how it gained its lofty
There’s something deeply satisfying about chicken noodle soup. It resonates with most people. It’s good for the body. Soothing for the soul. It transports you to a nostalgic happy place from your childhood. Chicken soup is transcendental. It can also be an eloquent expression of different techniques. We utilized both CVap® and Collectramatic® equipment to
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