Culinary Advice Archives

Letter to a Culinary Graduate

July 15, 2016 by Chef Marian

I received a request from someone who has many friends that are recent Culinary School Graduates, that no one will hire. Here’s my bit of advice in my Letter to a Culinary Graduate, that I am happy to share with you. Feel free to share this with the struggling chefs or home cooks that you … Read more

Restaurant Review: 608 in Oceanside

Today we’re doing a Restaurant Review: 608 in Oceanside. I always love a restaurant that uses the address as... (More)

Chef Marian Keto Rant

Except for special occasions, I think we need to be moving our brain power towards mindful eating and healthier... (More)

Top 3 Trends in Food Summer 2014 from Chef Marian

The Specialty Food Association is a company created for anyone in the food biz. So you’ve got a food store?... (More)

Avocado supply shrinks, prices soar!

I was wondering what is going on in the world of Avocado’s. There isn’t an abundance and in some... (More)

Dinner for 7, Bangkok Bay, Solana Beach

Wei says: “This is roasted duck done in fresh red curry. Very rich. You can feel the difference between... (More)

Table of 6 at Addison, Fairmont Del Mar

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