Leadership style at eye level has always helped me the most during my hospitality career for 50 years. It didn’t matter whether I was talking to a Dishwasher, a prep cook, or a General Manager. That was always important to … Read More
I know all too well what sacrifices, effort, and dedication it takes to be the best in the culinary world. As Executive Chef and Director of Food & Beverages in the Dominican Republic, I had the honor and pleasure to … Read More
One of the Best Chefs in Switzerland hangs up his Apron, and will be retiring by June 30, 2022 Best Chef of Switzerland hangs up the Apron! by GaultMillau Franz Wiget the only 18-point Chef in Central Switzerland by … Read More
Ein Fotograf wurde zum Abendessen mit Freunden eingeladen und nahm ein paar Bilder mit, um der Gastgeberin zu zeigen. “Diese fotos sind sehr gut!” kommentierte sie.“Du musst ja eine gute Kamera haben.” Am Ende des Abends dankte der Fotograf der … Read More
I’m standing in the kitchen trying to hold on to my thoughts, knowing all too well that if I stall, I’ll lose my hold on the situation. What do I need to do again? Oh, yeah, “Nelson, I need a … Read More
A photographer was invited to dinner with friends and took along a few pictures to show the hostess. “These are very good!” she commented. “You must have a good camera.”At the end of the evening, the photographer thanked the hostess … Read More
by Leah C. Walden-Hurtgen, a service attendant in our restaurant (2001-2006) – Martini’s Bistro-Bar in Miami, now living in California. I am washed and polished, rested and bored. I sit on my shelf, reminiscing of the past nights: the music, … Read More
Beer is made from Barley, Yeast, Hops, Water, and Grains. Fermentation converts the simple sugars in the grains and barley into alcohol. People have been brewing beer for around 6,000 years. It is thought the Sumerians discovered the fermentation process, … Read More
There are 500 varieties of bananas that grow on bushes that can reach 30 feet in height in one year. (THERE ARE NO BANANA TREES!) In the US alone, 96 percent of all households purchase bananas at least once a … Read More
“NO EXERCISE – EAT EVERYTHING YOU WANT NOW” DIET Researchers at the Scripps Clinic of San Diego found that people who at half of a grapefruit or drank a glass of grapefruit juice before every meal lost an average of … Read More
