If you’ve ever seen a photo of me, you can tell I’ve been to a few shops in my time and spent time in a chair. I even worked in one briefly while I was living in Hawaii. One thing I’ve learned is that not all shops and artists are …
I’ve been following this dude for a while so as soon as I found out he was going to be in town, I had to get an interview
Yeah, it’s been a blur but it’s been a fun one and even though I wasn’t paying attention the whole time, I still picked up a few things that might help you out. Enjoy. All great Chefs start in the pit and work their way up. I don’t care if …
It’s not dead, it’s diversifying. With most places, there’s typically a natural reason for it to exist. It’s on a trade route, it’s near a body of water, or it’s strategically important for the military. With Vegas, it’s because it’s in the middle of the fucking nowhere. You don’t go …
Dear Chef, You don’t know me and chances are, you’d never give me the time of day. That said, you were a hero to me and so many other Chefs. I had your photo hanging in my Kitchen for years, inspiring not only me, but everyone who came through the …
This is an easy-to-make variation on the standard 3-1 ratio of Oil to Vinegar that takes advantage of the fresh spring produce. Mise En Place Ingredients MOP (Method of Preparation) Notes If you dig this and want to see stuff that’s coming even sooner, show some love via Patreon or go check …
Part of being an upcoming Artist is dealing with rejection. You send a hundred emails out and you’re lucky if people are nice enough to respond directly and not completely ignore you. It’s a painful part of the process but it builds resilience and character. It also means that you …
The rumors are true, what started as a trip to Seattle to get some pot stickers (seriously) has turned into a small two date “tour”. I’ll be live and on stage telling stories from the road while also covering a wide range of topics with my signature wit and unorthodox …
We all know with the current situation where we shouldn’t be shopping but since people have asked for my recommendations, I decided to make a handy list of places that have done right by me. Perfect Edge Cutlery This little knife shop in San Mateo has been serving Chefs and …
This is water and flour and yet, once you let it rest for an hour, makes a dirt-simple yet effective pasta dough. Do yourself a favor and use a scale the first few times so you can understand the consistency you’re looking for. Mise Ingredients Method of Preparation Notes If …
