DANIELLE'S CORNER
Hey young chefs, welcome to Danielle's corner. I
have been cooking since I was about 8 and have
always had a passion but lost my way for a few
years, I am right back where I started though and
love the business of culinary, restaurants and
hotels. I will be attending the Culinary Institute of
America in the fall and am the full time sous chef to
Chef Cindy. This is a place where you can ask me
questions and email me with any comments. I look
forward to hearing from you.

*To email me go to "contact us" and in "subject"
write: Danielle's Corner*
There are some really important things to remember when
cooking, always stay creative. Never think that trying something
new is a bad idea. There are two things that can happen, it be
amazing, which would be great, or its horrible, which isn't so
bad because you learned something!
New flavor ideas: Just came home from the New York Chocolate
Show, which was amazing by the way. While we were there, we
tried brownies and cookies both with sea salt. The salty flavors
bring out the sweetness of a dessert and make it more
decedent. How about adding some salt to your next dessert?
Knife skills: Do not be afraid to pick up a knife, with adult
supervision of course! Hold the handle of the knife with your
dominant hand. Place palm of the other hand over the top of the
knife and rock back and forth. It will take practice but soon you'll
be mincing like a pro.
Healthy Eating: When we cook, we have a huge appreciation for what we
are putting in our bodies. Take the time to evaluate what you are feeding
yourself. Make healthy choices through out the day. Whole wheat bread
has ,more texture as well as the fact that it is not bleached and processed
and therefore a lot healthier. Eat a lot of protein. Eggs are a great
breakfast, and give the body the energy it needs to power through a long
school day. Paired with multi grain bread and some fruit, it the perfect way
to start a day. Stay away from juice at school. It is loaded with sugar and
you will crash as the long, busy school day goes on. Drink a lot of water
but remember use a reusable water bottle.

For more tips on being healthy and happy throughout the stressful school
days, just contact us!      *subject: Danielle's Corner*
*** Pictures and step by step on plating and
presentation will come soon!***