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10 Things I’ve Learned About Cooking in Professional Kitchens
Chef Articles  /  December 28, 2025
by Scott Stokes

10 Things I’ve Learned About Cooking in Professional Kitchens

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Did You Know?

Ingredient Pairings

Olive oil and balsamic vinegar create a harmonious balance of flavors. The fruity and robust taste of olive oil pairs well with the tangy and slightly sweet notes of balsamic vinegar, making it a versatile dressing or dip.

Food Facts

Mushrooms are not plants; they are fungi. They lack roots, leaves, and chlorophyll and rely on other organic matter for nutrition.

Cooking Tips

To avoid over-salting a dish, taste and season gradually. Remember, you can always add more salt, but it's challenging to fix an overly salty dish.

Ingredient Spotlight

Pomegranate is a vibrant fruit with a sweet and tart flavor. It is filled with juicy arils (seeds) that add a burst of freshness to dishes. Pomegranate can be used in salads, desserts, sauces, and as a garnish.

Foraging Facts

Wild edibles can be found in urban areas as well. For example, common urban forageable plants include dandelions, plantains, purslane, and chickweed. Be mindful of potential contaminants like pollution or pesticide use in urban environments.

Baking Hacks

To prevent a cake from sticking to the pan, line the bottom with parchment paper and lightly grease the sides. This makes it easier to remove the cake after baking.

Culinary Terms

Tempering is the process of slowly raising the temperature of one ingredient, usually eggs or chocolate, by gradually adding a hot liquid. This prevents the ingredient from curdling or seizing.

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