Wed, Feb 1, 2012
Food aphrodisiacs for Valentine’s Day
What better time of year is there to talk about aphrodisiacs than at Valentine’s Day?
Wed, Jan 25, 2012
Staying on track with your resolution
How are you doing with your new year’s resolution to eat healthier? In my last column I mentioned ways and tips for eating less fat. Now I want to take it one step farther and discuss ways of reducing calories, and also take a small trip into the human psyche of dieting.
Wed, Dec 21, 2011
My gift to you: Homemade eggnog recipe
The holiday season is a very special time of the year that is celebrated with favorite food and drinks alike. Family and friends come together to eat, drink and commemorate the precious relationships that they hold with each other.
Wed, Nov 23, 2011
Chestnuts: Low in fat, high in fiber
I can hardly believe that it was only a few years ago that I first tried roasted chestnuts.
Wed, Nov 16, 2011
The quest for ‘fall off the bone’ ribs
A frequent statement used to describe perfectly cooked ribs (pork or beef) is that they are so tender they “fall off the bone.”
Wed, Aug 3, 2011
Rice is nice, but quinoa is better
Thanks to “protein” and “low carb” diets, the awareness of carbohydrate levels is very prevalent in our society.
Wed, Jul 27, 2011
Kitchen gadgets must-haves
Due to a couple of revelations I have had with my food processor recently, I thought it would be appropriate to focus this column on kitchen gadgets and appliances that I find worthy.
Wed, May 18, 2011
Using Knives in the Kitchen – Part 3
Now that you are informed about how to start your knife collection and which cutting boards to use, it is time to focus on the act of cutting itself.
Wed, May 4, 2011
Using Knives in the Kitchen – Part 2
As part two of a series of three columns on cutting, this one will focus on cutting boards. If you missed my previous column on knives, please e-mail me at dez@chefdez.com and I will be more than happy to send it to you. The next column will focus on cutting techniques.
Wed, Mar 9, 2011
Using knives in the kitchen – Part 1
In this column, I will focus on the tools themselves – knives. This will be the first of three installments on cutting. My next column will focus on cutting boards, and the third column will focus on cutting techniques.
Wed, Jan 12, 2011
Make culinary resolutions for 2011
Ah, the start of a fresh year. What better time is there to make a pact with oneself to start anew? In the position of a culinary instructor, I encounter many situations with people wanting to improve areas of the culinary arts within their home kitchens and lifestyles.
Wed, Dec 15, 2010
The science of baking pies
The fondest memory I have from my childhood is one that I hold dear to my heart: Fitted with an over-sized apron and a smile from ear to ear, I was 6 years old, on a stool, rolling out pie pastry along side my Mom.
Wed, Nov 24, 2010
Easily add more fruits, veggies to your diet
The food guide published by the Canadian government recommends that we, as adults, should be eating an average of 7-10 servings of fruits and vegetables every day.
Wed, Nov 17, 2010
Chef Dez on kitchen gadgets and appliances
Due to a couple of revelations I have had with my food processor recently, I thought it would be appropriate to focus this column on kitchen gadgets and appliances that I find worthy.
Fri, Jan 22, 2010
How to choose the perfect wok
Wok cooking is obviously very popular for Asian dishes, but it can also be used for a variety of recipes. One may wonder what makes a wok different from an ordinary pan, and how do I choose the best one?
Wed, Nov 25, 2009
Chef Dez: Turkey and stuffing for Thanksgiving
The Thanksgiving weekend is now on the horizon. Enjoying the aroma of a turkey roasting in the oven on a cool autumn day revives many warm and comforting...
Wed, Nov 4, 2009
Chef Dez on cooking
Normal 0 0 1 562 3204 26 6 3934 11.1282 0 0 0 Have you ever experienced an incredible meal at a fine dining establishment, which included an intensely ...
Wed, Sep 16, 2009
Stir, whisk, beat, or fold what is the best way to mix?
Whenever I think about mixing techniques, I am reminded of a cartoon that I once saw. It depicted a man saying "The recipe said to fold in one egg, so ...
Wed, Jun 24, 2009
Grilling tips for the summer BBQ - Part 3
As the final entry of a three part series on barbequing, this one will focus on grilling non-meat items and basic barbecuing tips. If you missed either...
Wed, May 20, 2009
Chef Dez on cooking
Mushrooms: not your ordinary plant or vegetableOne of the most unique foods that we consume on a regular basis is mushrooms. Unlike any ordinary vegetable...
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