Chef Daniel,
I must have struck a nerve with you and that was not my intent. I was simply stating "my opinion" on the difference between being called a cook and a chef and how one would feel after working for a Master Chef for years or those who ha…
I agree Edgar, but for many who spend 2 years in school to learn their craft, the term "cook" just doesn't cut it. It's sort of a demeaning term. Kind of like the guy who might work for Denny's or McDonalds. Like someone said, once out of school, yo…
I believe what is in a person's heart is what makes a chef. It's not necessarily how many onions they have peeled or a degree from a culinary school. I believe if a person has a passion and desire to cook and constantly learn and perfect their craft…
Chef/Owner of A Taste In Thyme Personal Chef and Catering Service.
What is your favorite recipe creation?
Chipotle Chicken Cakes with a Cilantro Lime Cream
When did you enter the Culinary Profession?
Been cooking since I was 7. Was dishwasher, prep cook and cook for several restaurants. Decided to make it official and I entered school in 2007 to get my degree in Culinary Arts.
Who is your favorite Musical Artist?
Too many to choose from
If you could have dinner with any three people who would it be and why?
Thomas Keller - Just for the honor
Anthony Bourdain - After reading 'Kitchen Confidential'
Jacques Pepin - He was my idol in my teen years
diffinetly you can subitute conch with clams and oysters,and offcourse fsh minced and added to the batter be sure to add alittle baking soda or baking powder to enhance the batter
I want to wish all those chosen to cook at the Minor's Original competition this Saturday the 18th up at the Arizona Culinary Institute, good luck. I'll see you there!
I have officially entered the Minor's Bases and Concentrates cooking contest. $1000 to the winner! Here's to hoping for the best and one of my recipes are chosen by the judges. I entered Sauteed Chicken breast stuffed with spinach and pepper roasted walnuts, with an Herbs de Provence cream sauce, braised oxtails with sundried tomatoes, my famous Chipotle Chicken Cakes with a Cilantro and Lime cream, Crab Cheesecake, Polenta with a sundried tomato and Italian sausage sauce, and Ancho Tamale Tartlette with a roasted garlic custard and a lobster civiche topping...I will be happy to send anyone the recipes if interested.