Posts by Nicko

I don't think you are too old at all but.... Have you worked in the business at all? If you have not then please go get a job and feel the impact this career has on your family, friends, kids etc. Work in a small restaurant and you can...

It really depends on what you want to do. A hotels will give you exposure to many different things depending on the hotel. I did my intern at the Four Seasons and worked in four different kitchens in 5 months (garde mange,...

Welcome. You know there are so many great culinary schools that offer weekend courses and I would start there. Enjoy the community.

I got my laptop free from google. Glad you got a cool sewing machine. 

Hi Joy,   Can you tell me more what your looking to do? Your title says owner operator so what business are you currently running that would benefit from pastry school? It is a sizable investment and time commitment...

In looking at your recipe I think the amounts have to be off. Typically I use 32 ounces of cream cheese to 4 eggs. Your recipe has way too much liquid and not enough stabilizer to keep the cheese cake up. 

Glad it helped you. Keep us posted about your journey man.

Yeah the kitchenaid has a removal shaft and is dishwasher safe.

Was wondering if anyone has some recommendations for home immersion blenders. I like the kitchenaid 5 speed but have concerns based on some photos I saw on Amazon. This model made in Italy has good reviews and quite a bit more...

You know I have always struggled with how to store oil I have used at home. I don't deep fry that much but when I do I hate throwing the oil out. The idea of vacuume sealing it with the food saver is a brilliant idea. Seal it up then...