Posts by beefcheeks

Paella Valenciana is probably the closest to an "original" recipe as it originated there. If I can remember, the authentic ingredients used at that time were rabbit, chicken, lima beans, and snails along with the saffron and...

Use aromatics like ginger, garlic, fennel, dill, or lemon and orange slices. place in steamer basket. You can place some on top too. Scallions and chives also good. I like the chinese style too, where after steaming I ladle some...

I love my All Clad set. I hope to get some All Clad saute pans soon. I'm using the commercial quality saute pans I bought from Sam's. It seems to do the trick.

Unfortunately, your stove is limited by it's BTU ratings so it will not get much hotter no matter how you adjust it. My suggesstion would be to use thinner but good quality pans, or even a wok if you are not already. Another idea if...

Aloha my fellow cheffies. Just joined today. I attended CCA in San Francisco, and have been cooking for about 17 years. I'm here to offer my experience and knowledge with you all, and learn from you as well. My specialty is in asian...

Congrats on your acceptance to CCA. I'm a '97 grad and must tell you what an awesome school it is. CCA is one of the top 5 culinary schools in the country. Certainly the best on the west coast IMO. I think the difference between...