Snapchef's first post on “food trends with staying power” generated a lot of feedback from chefs and food enthusiasts who either wanted to talk about the trends we identified or trends they thought should be on the list. In this second of an ongoing series, we're continuing the conversation with more food trends we think [...]
Summer is salad season—and at Snapchef, we like to make sure our chefs are knowledgeable about a wide range of unique, fresh and delicious salad options beyond those with just lettuces. Here is a mixed bean salad with tri-colored roasted potatoes that can make a meal unto itself for either lunch of dinner, or a [...]
Pasta is a perennial global favorite, for any season – so teaching our Snapchefs a variety of preparation and sauce techniques is critical. This week, we’re teaching a fresh summer variation of a classic pesto sauce which we love – hope you so as well! Ingredients 1lb. Gigli pasta (sometimes known as Campanelli pasta). Penne [...]
In the age of TV chefs, the stars of the kitchen have become almost like rock stars. But don’t be fooled: beyond the hype of reality TV, working in a professional kitchen is a tough gig. With that said, being a chef is also undeniably a “hot” job. It can be grueling and stressful – [...]
Quinoa with blueberries, strawberries, mango and a refreshing honey lime dressing. This easy and healthy Quinoa Fruit Salad is by our own talented, in-house chef-instructor Will McDonough, and goes well with any summer meal. INGREDIENTS: FOR THE QUINOA: 1 cup quinoa (I used Red Quinoa) 2 cups water Pinch of salt FOR THE HONEY [...]
All of us Snapchef love to cook, love to introduce fresh young professional talent to the industry, and – of course – love good food. Here are our recommendations for 10 cooking apps that can expand your culinary horizons and creativity, and make your life easier. The Good Fish Guide The definitive guide to sustainable [...]
Learning to work with dough is a key skill that we teach all Snapchefs, as a proper baked or grilled dough product is key to any finished dish. And, with summer almost here, we turn our attention to a unique version of a perennial favorite – grilled pizza. This version is rich with smoky flavor [...]
