Strained Thoughts - Food Talk

Chef Damien and I discuss the basics of stock-making.

What keeps you inspired after years of working in the industry? Let's talk about it.

We talk about making tacos, Tamales, and Tortillas at home. Helpful hints on how to make them.

Wondering what the buzz is about sous vide. Let us break it down for you with some helpful advise.

Chefs Damien and Joe give you some tips on purchasing seafood from vendors. What to look for and what to watch out for.

We discuss the types of salt and their uses with your cooking.

America's favorite food! We all have a favorite burger recipe. Let's talk about it.

We discuss the different types of marination for meat and seafood.

Cooking and storing fresh and dried herbs. Chefs Damien and Joe tackle when to use certain herbs.

We discuss what working in a hotel kitchen looks like. Differences between independent restaurants and hotel restaurants.