CALIBRATING A THERMOMETER Calibrating a thermometer is actually a very simple process. It may be necessary to do from time to time to ensure accuracy. The following instructions should help you. DIAL THERMOMETERS By placing the stem of the thermometer in an ice water bath you can check the lower temperature on the scale. Alternately,…
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How to: Use a Julienne Cutting Set
For the professional chef, making julienne cuts is a simple task. As one of the first things they learn in culinary school, these basic knife skills are what allow them to prepare stunning meals that seems entirely impossible to recreate at home! Luckily, the stainless-steel, German made julienne set has made the job easier for the everyday…
Why Use Color Coded Knives?
Color coded knives are designed to help you implement food safety best practices in the kitchen! With different color handles for different types of food, this system helps teach employees to engage in safe food handling practices to prevent cross-contamination in the professional kitchen. Allergies have become such a norm in society today, which…
Professional Knife Safety Facts
WHEN HANDLING A KNIFE Cuts and lacerations are some of the most common injuries reported in restaurants. These types of injuries can be reduced by implementing some simple strategies. Keep knives sharp (dull knives are unsafe and cause fatigue) Never leave knives soaking in water Make sure your hands are dry and the surface you…
ATTENTION CANADIAN CULINARY STUDENTS! Professional Knife Kit Giveaway!
Summer may not be over quite yet but it’s time to start preparing to go back to school. Luckily, there’s no need to worry, we’re here to make things a little bit easier for you! CCI is giving away a Superior Culinary Master® Professional European Knife Kit to ONE lucky student! If you are a new or…
How To: Use a Radish Curler
A radish curler (or cutter) is used to cut radishes while creating a coiled or spiral effect. Although it is called a radish curler/cutter, it can also be used on other vegetables with a similar shape. Watch this video to see how simple it can be to use this tool! Made in Solingen, Germany from…
It’s BBQ Season!
It’s time to get barbecuing your favorite meals! Hosting a party or planning for dinner this weekend? Check out some of the best BBQ recipes we found on http://www.allrecipes.com! Grilled Pineapple Grilled Garlic Parmesan Zucchini Marinated Grilled Shrimp Rosemary Ranch Chicken Kabobs Cheddar Bacon Hamburgers Tell us what your favorite things to BBQ are!
The Manufacturing of Knives
THE QUALITY OF STEEL Quality knives require a very specific grade of steel to insure proper forging, tempering and hardening. CCI Superior Culinary Master knives are made of the finest quality, high carbon stainless to ensure the durability, strength and longevity of the blade, as well as resistance to rust and corrosion. THE FORGING PROCESS…
How to: Use a Fruit Cutter
This cutter can be used to cut through fruits and vegetables, creating a v-shaped pattern. Watch this short video to learn how to make your own creations at home! To Buy:
What you need to know about Meat and Cheese
Last week we highlighted our top Produce choices from the F&H annual Produce & Protein Guide and this week we will be covering the Protein Meat and Cheese categories! OUR 7 MEAT PICKS MEATS CHARACTERISTICS STORAGE TIPS PREPARATION TIPS FOOD SAFETY TIPS Beef Beef is rich in iron and protein. It also contains zinc, Vitamin B12,…
Making the Most of your Garlic Cutter
Have you ever wondered if you are using a kitchen tool correctly? Or tried finding another functionality for it? When you are trying to save time by skipping the garlic dicing step, make sure you are using your cutter properly. Watch this video clip for proper use as well as other cools ways to make…
Tools for The Discriminating Chef 