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Chef Johnny Hernandez on TexMex Cuisine

Chef Johnny Hernandez on TexMex Cuisine

TexMex, understood authentically, is the local and seasonal cuisine of the Texas Mexican zone or region, explains Chef Johnny Hernandez, native San Antonian, award winning chef/restaurateur.  A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, Chef Hernandez talks candidly about the damaged reputation of TexMex cuisine […]

Restaurant Trends: Chef Hinnerk von Bargen

Restaurant Trends: Chef Hinnerk von Bargen

“Something is lost in translation,” says Chef Hinnerk von Bargen, as he explains how dishes are created in large chain restaurants.   This restaurant trend requires that line cooks execute the culinary ideas of the head office and this is different from the one-owner chef restaurants […]