Posts by Clove

 I think any of the above suggestions could work, but don't be overwhelmed.  I have worked as a pastry cook in two different Michelin starred restaurants now.  I would suggest you focus on something most applicable to your...

I wouldn't make something they already have on the menu. Instead do something that you are comfortable with, but also shows your pastry skills. Whatever you choose, make sure you practice it first! If you haven't developed any of...

I have never seen a recipe call for "spoiled milk". Old recipes will sometimes call for sour milk, but that is not the same thing. Before pasteurization, milk would sour as it aged, but now milk spoils. You can mimic sour...

Hi Kat - There are many different ways to achieve your goal. If you are sure you are just interested in the pastry side of cooking, you may want to consider a program that just focuses on that. It will be less expensive than a 4-year...

I agree, TJ's is great. before I moved to Vegas, I even checked to see if they had stores out here (yes, they do).

HappyFood - Thanks for the suggestions, but I have avoided that path. It would be so easy for me, because my position is actually represented by the local Culinary Union. I could go to my rep and I have no doubt that within 24 hours,...

Perhaps this issue bothers me more than it should, but I am hoping that by getting this off my chest, I could put it out of my mind. I know my options and don't like them very much. Mostly, I would just like to hear some other...

Pastry Chef Gaston Lenotre passed away this week. So sad..... Here is the story...

Since you are staying at Treasure Island, I recommend Social House for dinner. I had a very good meal there just a few months ago, here is their menu The Official Social House Restaurant in Las Vegas, Social House Las Vegas Nightlife,...

Check out http://www.yelp.com/lasvegas for some very detailed reviews. Are you looking for a fine dining experience where money is no problem or just a good dinner after a show? If you are on a budget, Rosemary's Restaurant is...