When it comes to cooking, you can never stop learning! Even the most seasoned of chefs look for ways to improve. With that, here’s where to go in Texas if you want to “hit the books” and sharpen YOUR skills!
One of the top culinary schools in the world is here in the Lone Star State. The Culinary Institute of America San Antonio campus is one of only 3 in the US! Plus, their award-winning restaurant, NAO, is right next door…
Inside an awe-inspiring spot for exotic eats–and the chef’s incredible rise to the top! Plus, we make a pitstop for legendary Lone Star BBQ and one of the top culinary schools in the world in Texas. It’s EPISODE 4!
One of the joys of being a journalist is meeting the incredible people whose stories are an inspiration to tell. I’m on Cloud 9 right now after an unexpected encounter with one of those folks this weekend…
Talk about progressive thinking and one powerhouse partnership! The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio, together with The Culinary Institute of America and H-E-B, have unveiled a pioneering new culinary health and education program aimed at reducing childhood obesity and improving communal access to nutritious food.
Paella lovers unite! You know Spring is just around the corner, when it’s time for the annual Paella Challenge at Pearl Brewery. Things heated up quickly as chefs from all around the globe descended upon the Alamo City for a fabulous feast and a little friendly competition…
Fire up the grill and grab a glass! The rest of the country is discovering what we’ve all known in Texas for years–Sangria is good stuff, and it pairs great with anything from the grill. Up until now, I’ve always made my own Sangria from leftover wine and whatever fruit was in the refrigerator. Those days are over!
Who’s ready for finger-lickin’, fall-off-the-bone tender ribs? This gal! The scene was set at the Culinary Institute of America’s San Antonio campus where Chef Instructor Brian West, using ingredients from our Sysco provider, demonstrated the In’s and Out’s of guava-glazed ribs.
Just in the nick of time for Mardi Gras — the Kings Cake! And I’ve got a true expert to guide you through each and every step, so you can make this majestic dessert at home. The recipe is all yours…
Get the scoop on one of the Alamo City’s most delicious events — the 4th Annual Paella Challenge is March 10th! Paella is THE quintessential dish of Spain…a steaming cauldron of meat, seafood, veggies, rice and sometimes beans.
Delectable pastas, fluffy soufflés and slow-cooked short ribs – just a sample of the incredible Bistro Boot Camp dishes we learned to perfect last week at the CIA in San Antonio. The weeklong kitchen capers at the CIA inspired me to spend Sunday afternoon in my kitchen trying some of the new techniques I learned. […]
Sur La Table has teamed up with a good friend of mine- renowned chef, cookbook author and TV personality Michael Flores to bring cooking classes to their Shops at La Cantera in San Antonio! Sur La Table is an innovator for the kitchen, providing knowledge of food and culture through its cooking class program. Despite […]
On Thursday, September 8th, Pearl Brewery, in association with the Culinary Institute of America is set to sponsor an evening of timeless San Antonio cuisine, as well as a panel of All-Star chefs who are kind enough to bring it to us, day in and day out!
Today, October 9, 2010, was truly a historic day for the city of San Antonio! The CIA officially opened its San Antonio campus at the site of the fabulous Pearl Brewery.
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Saturday, I’ll have the arduous task of judging dishes prepared by some of the top chefs in our area – tough job, right! Okay, so my part is pure fun, but the chefs competing will no doubt be stressing behind the scenes. They’re each given a ‘basket of food items’ with instructions to prepare a […]
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