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Aromatic Woods for Smoking Foods DIY Quality
Aromatic Woods for Smoking Foods DIY Quality

Summer is all around us. Foods get cooked outside, on a wide variety of grills, BBQ, and sometimes just toasted over an open fire. We all savour that

Tips for Chefs

Yves Farges (QFG) [FARYVE]

January 27, 2021

One Way Street
One Way Street

Those in the retail food and restaurant industry follow many different paths when navigating their perceived road to success. These "streets" help define

Tips for Chefs
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Yves Farges (QFG) [FARYVE]

January 19, 2021

What is Crunchtine?
What is Crunchtine?

Lawrence Tracey reached out on the Ask Yves page for the following question: What is Crunchtine? Even Google does not know about it. The Answer:

Tips for Chefs

Yves Farges (QFG) [FARYVE]

January 3, 2021

Discover Why Yuzu is the new favorite of Top Chefs?
Discover Why Yuzu is the new favorite of Top Chefs?

The exotic flavour of this tiny Japanese citrus fruit adds a welcome and potent zing to everything from dressing to desserts. What can you do with Yuzu?

Tips for Chefscitrusyuzu

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

September 10, 2020

Should You Use Yuzu Pao or Yuzu Bang?
Should You Use Yuzu Pao or Yuzu Bang?

If you're wondering what's the difference between Yuzu Bang and Yuzu Pao and how to best use them, then this blog post is for you.

Tips for Chefsbartendingcitrus

Yves Farges (QFG) [FARYVE]

September 10, 2020

Riachuelo Chocolate and Caramel Creamy Dessert Recipe
Riachuelo Chocolate and Caramel Creamy Dessert Recipe

Elegant chocolate and salted caramel dessert made with layers of dark and milk chocolate ganache, crunchy chocolate shortbread, and smoky caramel.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

December 14, 2018

Blood Orange and Yuzu Juice Dressing
Blood Orange and Yuzu Juice Dressing

A dressing with fresh and exotic citrus flavour and a hint of sweetness that's delicious on bitter greens like arugula or watercress or on grain salads.

AmericanSaladcitrusdiy salad dressingfruithealthy eatingsaladsea saltsidevegetarian

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

March 5, 2018

Grand Caesar Cocktail
Grand Caesar Cocktail

This perfectly spiced, small-batch caesar mix is guaranteed to up your brunch cocktail game. Load it with garnishes and turn it into the main course.

AmericanAppetizerTips for Bartendersappetizerbartendingcocktailssea salt

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

April 15, 2016

Tips for Chefs on New Menu Creation
Tips for Chefs on New Menu Creation

Menu creation requires the respect and time it deserves because when art meets science, the wait is always worth the result.

Tips for ChefsTips for Restaurants

Yves Farges (QFG) [FARYVE]

September 14, 2015

Show Me … SHOYU: The Secret Life of Real Soy Sauce
Show Me … SHOYU: The Secret Life of Real Soy Sauce

Let's explore the world of Shoyu and also talk a little about Tamari. How is soy sauce made? and most importantly what makes a quality soy sauce?

Tips for Chefssoy sauce

Yves Farges (QFG) [FARYVE]

August 10, 2015

Dark Chocolate, Cocoa Nib and Sea Salt Ice Cream
Dark Chocolate, Cocoa Nib and Sea Salt Ice Cream

This dark and bittersweet ice cream with crunchy cocoa nibs and flakes of sea salt is a chocolate lover's dream.

AmericanDessertchocolatedessertice creamsea salt

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

May 19, 2015

The Turkey Gluten-Free Stuffing
The Turkey Gluten-Free Stuffing

Many thanksgiving gourmet secrets revealed: from how to keep the moisture in the meat, all the way to a time-tested 5 stars gluten free stuffing recipe.

Tips for Chefsgluten free

Yves Farges (QFG) [FARYVE]

November 27, 2014

Chickpea Croutons
Chickpea Croutons

Seasoned and twice-roasted chickpeas are a great substitute for croutons on salads and are delicious eaten by the handful as a healthy snack.

AmericanAppetizerappetizergluten freehealthy eatingsaladsea saltsidevegetablevegetarian

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

October 14, 2014

New York Times Chocolate Chip Cookies
New York Times Chocolate Chip Cookies

The results make all the effort and waiting worthwhile. The ultimate chocolate chip cookies made with dark chocolate and crunchy flakes of sea salt.

AmericanDessertchocolatedessertsea salt

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

October 6, 2014

“Game, Set … & Matcha!” Winning with Green Matcha Tea
“Game, Set … & Matcha!” Winning with Green Matcha Tea

The ingredient use of Matcha green tea powder has exploded these past few years, not surprising considering the river of health benefits it povides.

Tips for Chefs

Yves Farges (QFG) [FARYVE]

May 28, 2014

What are great BBQ Ingredients?
What are great BBQ Ingredients?

Yves Farges guides you through a bit of BBQ Sauce history, why does home made sauce taste better, and the fundamentals of great BBQ Ingredients.

Tips for Chefs

Yves Farges (QFG) [FARYVE]

May 12, 2014

Lentil and Bacon Salad
Lentil and Bacon Salad

Lentils and bacon are a classic flavour match. Add potatoes, Swiss chard and toss it all in a grainy Dijon dressing.

FrenchSaladdiy salad dressingentréehealthy eatingsaladsalad dressingsea saltside

David Ort - STAFF [ORTDAV]

October 10, 2013

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