Despite what you see in foodie magazines and on TV these days, as a professional chef I know that you really only need to master a few basic techniques—roasting, broiling, braising, sauteing, and ...

Shouting “corner!” when you’re making microwave popcorn isn’t helpful, but there are some protocols and tricks from commercial kitchens you can—and should—adopt at home. Jeff Somers is a freelancer ...

Ever wonder why restaurant food tastes different from what you make at home? It isn't just about better ingredients or fancy equipment. Professional chefs have developed countless techniques that ...

Starting any cooking project can feel overwhelming with so many moving parts -- choosing the right ingredients, mastering prep techniques and executing. Even experienced chefs face their share of ...

The culinary treatment of vegetables is critical for both flavour development and the retention or transformation of their nutritional components. Different cooking techniques—including boiling, ...