The leading guide to the professional kitchen's cold food station, now fully revised and updated"Garde Manger: The Art and Craft of the Cold Kitchen" has been the market's leading textbook for culinary students and a key reference for professional chefs since its original publication in 1999. This n[...]
"The Culinary Institute of America holds nothing back in its mission to provide students, professionals, and enthusiasts with everything they need to know about the baking and pastry industry. This updated edition is an indispensable guide." -- En-Ming Hsu "It is not often that a pastry text elicits[...]
First published in 2004, "Baking and Pastry" has quickly become an essential resource for anyone who wants to create professional-caliber baked goods and desserts. Offering detailed, accessible instructions on basic techniques along with 625 standout recipes, the book covers everything from yeast br[...]
A professional guide to every aspect of the launch and management of a modern, upscale cafe. The Modern Cafe is the first comprehensive, must-have reference for the aspiring restaurateur or cafe owner who wants to make sure he gets every detail right. This exquisitely illustrated volume is packed [...]
Named one of the five favorite culinary books of this decade by Food Arts magazine, The Professional ChefT is the classic kitchen reference that many of America's top chefs have used to understand basic skills and standards for quality as well as develop a sense of how cooking works. Now, the ninth [...]
Sharpen Your Knife Skills and Hone Your Knowledge of Kitchen Tools A precise carrot julienne ...A perfect basil chiffonade ...A neatly quartered chicken ...Proficiency with knives and other kitchen tools is essential if you want to perfect your culinary artistry. Written by the experts at The Culin[...]
A comprehensive, professional-level guide to the making of sausages and cured meats The art of charcuterie has been practiced since the fifteenth century, but in recent years interest has escalated in this artisanal specialty. Pates, cured meats, terrines, and gourmet sausages are staples at upscal[...]
In the Hands of a Baker covers all the basics of selecting and using baking equipment for the professional kitchen. This text provides guidance on purchasing the correct equipment, organizing a workstation, and the proper care and cleaning of all types of baking tools.[...]
The home candy maker's guide to creating stunning chocolates and confections"Chocolates and Confections at Home "offers detailed expertise for anyone who wants to make truly amazing homemade confections and candies. The Culinary Institute of America and baking and pastry arts professor Peter Greweli[...]
Chewy, crispy, rich, and crunchy who doesn't want a cookie right this minute? In the tradition of "Chocolates and Confections at Home with The Culinary Institute of America" comes "Cookies at Home with The Culinary Institute of America, " featuring chewy, crispy, rich, and crunchy cookies and offeri[...]
A new edition in the "At Home" series featuring hundreds of delicious vegetarian recipes from the kitchens of the CIAWhether for environmental, political, or health reasons, millions of Americans now follow a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle. But giving up meat doesn't mean having to give up delicious [...]
A good chef needs a firm grasp of basic math skills in order to cook well and achieve financial success. Ideal for students and working professionals, this book explains all the essential mathematical skills needed to run a successful, profitable food-industry operation.[...]
The ultimate resource for pasta lovers In this irresistible collection of reliable recipes, you'll find a huge variety of pasta dishes from real born-and-bred Italian chefs. Pasta covers the basics and beyond with master recipes for making your own fresh egg pasta by hand or machine, as well as r[...]
Everything you need to know about home preserving, from The Culinary Institute of America Home canning and preserving is more popular than ever. It's economical, environmentally smart, and a great way to get the most out of your backyard garden. It's a healthier way to eat, without all the additive[...]
"The nation's most influential training school for professional cooks."Time The most up-to-date kitchen reference available on hot and cold buffetfrom the experts at The Culinary Institute of America
This complete book on garde manger covers the art and technique of preparin[...]
Low & Slow is the book for anyone who's ready to go beyond grilling and master the craft of traditional barbecue. And not just barbecue, but braising and slow roasting, too-together the three pillars of low and slow cooking. With Low & Slow, you'll learn to apply the magic of low heat and long cooki[...]
Cooking for Special Diets provides the skills and techniques needed to address special diets while providing healthy, wholesome meals for consumers or guests. This text teaches readers how to widen the scope of their offerings and create flavorful recipes to meet all kinds of dietary needs.[...]