Monthly Archives: February 2011

Culinary School Here I Come (32) 2nd Semester Week 7, Pacific Rim Again & The Loco Moco


Being in the front of the house again brings back all kinds of memories and terminology. Some new terms include; “in the weeds” means to be behind and on the verge of losing it, “low tide” means that water or … Continue reading

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Culinary School Here I Come (31) 2nd Semester Week 6, Pacific Rim & A Sick tfduck!


What is Pacific Rim, you ask? Imagine East, West, North and South all converging in the kitchen. It uses Asian cooking techniques & wonderfully fresh ingredients as the focus of each dish. It is known here as “Hawaiian Regional Cuisine”. … Continue reading

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Culinary School Here I Come (30) 2nd Semester Week 5, Viva La France!


And French it was this week. Out with Sopa de Frijo Negro and in with Sopa de Asperges. Out with Baby Romaine Caesar Salad and in with Frisee aux Lardons et Euf Sous Vide. In simple terms, this is a … Continue reading

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Culinary School Here I Come (29) 2nd Semester Week 4, Latin Influence & More


Did I mention that we change our menu every week?  That’s crazy. Once you get to know your menu, it’s off to another country. We said goodbye to Asian and hello Central and South American cuisine…aka Latin. Hello coffee bar!  … Continue reading

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