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Join Chef Dan Marek in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a professional chef, Chef Dan tackled all variety of questions! Dan Marek is a chef educator who has been teaching vegan and vegetarian cooking for over 15 years. At Rouxbe, he is o...

Join Chef Char Nolan in her virtual office as she welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a professional chef, Chef Nolan tackled all variety of questions! Char Nolan is a serious crusader for plant-based education, armed with a degree in public health from Philadelphi...

Join Dr Deb for a live culinary experience that shows how to shift from animal to plant-based proteins with ease and flavor. Discover how reducing animal protein can benefit your health and the planet while still creating meals that satisfy. We’ll tackle common resistance to plant proteins, explore simple flavor-enhancing techniques, and demonstrate practical swaps for everyday dishes. Leave inspi...

Join renowned pastry chef Fran Costigan, Rouxbe’s Director of Vegan Pastry, for her 9th annual Valentine’s Day Spectacular, a live event celebrating indulgent-tasting plant-based desserts. Enjoy a showcase of sweet and savory treats perfect for couples, singles--kids too. Chef Fran will offer make ahead tips and consider dietary preferences during this fun and informative celebration of love and v...

Join Chef Eric Wynkoop in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a chef, Eric Wynkoop tackled all variety of questions! Eric Wynkoop previously served as a founding faculty member at The International Culinary School, instructor in anthropolog...

Join Chef Dan Marek in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a professional chef, Chef Dan tackled all variety of questions! Dan Marek is a chef educator who has been teaching vegan and vegetarian cooking for over 15 years. At Rouxbe, he is o...

Join Chef Char Nolan and her special guest, author and Rouxbe grad, Cathy Katin-Grazzini the author of Love the Foods that Love the Planet, Recipes to Cool the Climate and Excite the Senses.(HCI, 2024). Cathy Katin-Grazzini’s life took a dramatic turn when a health crisis in her family led her to embark on a transformative health journey. Join us for an intimate conversation with Chef Char and Cat...

Join Rouxbe's Director of Vegan Pastry, Chef Fran Costigan, for a delightful and informative episode celebrating the apple in all its sweet and tart glory! From warm spiced applesauce to baked crisps, cobblers, cakes, and more, this event will showcase the versatility of apples in desserts. Chef Fran will also discuss the many apple varieties and their best uses—and share her love for enjoying app...

Join Chef Eric Wynkoop in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a chef, Eric Wynkoop tackled all variety of questions! Eric Wynkoop previously served as a founding faculty member at The International Culinary School, instructor in anthropolog...

Unlock the secrets to making healthy food truly crave-worthy in the enlightening talk. Join Dr Deb for this episode where she will discuss how to use culinary techniques to elevate the taste of nutritious meals without relying on excessive sugar, salt, or fat. This information comes from her collaborative work with experts in the field of flavor and culinary science. Whether you're cooking for you...

One of the most frequent questions we get at Rouxbe is “what can I swap for X ingredient?” For example, How do arrowroot, corn, and tapioca compare? Are all these starches are a 1:1 swap? And, what about using oil as a replacement for dairy butter, or the differences between various types of cocoa powder and plant-based milks? Chef Fran will even dive into the world of egg substitutes, offering lo...

Are you tired of setting ambitious New Year’s food goals only to feel discouraged when they fall apart? Join Dr. Deb for an episode where she will teach you her scientific approach to setting sustainable food goals that actually work. Stop setting yourself up for failure—let's make this the year of food goals that lead to lasting success! You can watch the original video version of this episode on...

Join Chef Dan Marek in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a professional chef, Chef Dan tackled all variety of questions! Dan Marek is a chef educator who has been teaching vegan and vegetarian cooking for over 15 years. At Rouxbe, he is o...

Join Chef Char Nolan in her virtual office as she welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a professional chef, Chef Nolan tackled all variety of questions! Char Nolan is a serious crusader for plant-based education, armed with a degree in public health from Philadelphi...

Join Chef Eric Wynkoop in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a chef, Eric Wynkoop tackled all variety of questions! Eric Wynkoop previously served as a founding faculty member at The International Culinary School, instructor in anthropolog...

Are Thanksgiving desserts best when they stick to tradition, or is it time to shake things up with some trendy twists? Join Chef Fran Costigan, Rouxbe Director of Vegan Pastry for a lively discussion where exploring the timeless classics and the modern spins on your favorite Thanksgiving sweets. Of course, in Fran’s kitchen, whether traditional or less so, all her desserts will be vegan-- that is...

Join Chef Dan Marek in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a professional chef, Chef Dan tackled all variety of questions! Dan Marek is a chef educator who has been teaching vegan and vegetarian cooking for over 15 years. At Rouxbe, he is o...

Join Dr Deb for a live event focused on nourishing your brain and boosting mental health through food ! Before the stress of the holidays hit hard, learn about key foods that support cognitive function, reduce stress, and promote emotional well-being. Dr Deb will guide you through the science behind these ingredients while demonstrating two delicious, brain-boosting recipes. You’ll leave with prac...

Join Chef Char Nolan in her virtual office as she welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a professional chef, Chef Nolan tackled all variety of questions! Char Nolan is a serious crusader for plant-based education, armed with a degree in public health from Philadelphi...

Join Chef Eric Wynkoop in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a chef, Eric Wynkoop tackled all variety of questions! Eric Wynkoop previously served as a founding faculty member at The International Culinary School, instructor in anthropolog...

Does embracing a whole foods plant-based lifestyle mean forsaking the joy of celebratory desserts? How does the population that follows a WFPB dietary system navigated special occasions like birthdays, holidays, and weddings, without feeling deprived? Join Chef Fran, Rouxbe Director of Vegan Pastry, as she delves into the world of desserts tailored for WFPB individuals. Dispelling myths and offeri...

Join Chef Dan Marek in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a professional chef, Chef Dan tackled all variety of questions! Dan Marek is a chef educator who has been teaching vegan and vegetarian cooking for over 15 years. At Rouxbe, he is o...

Join Chef Char Nolan in her virtual office as she welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a professional chef, Chef Nolan tackled all variety of questions! Char Nolan is a serious crusader for plant-based education, armed with a degree in public health from Philadelphi...

Join Dr. Deb for this engaging session where she takes whole grains from the clinic to your plate. She delves into culinary medicine with a focus on the vital role whole grains play in our diets, including their role in creating a healthy microbiome. Participants will learn how to harness the nutritional benefits of whole grains and we are not just talking wheat. Learn about ancient grains, how to...

Join Chef Char Nolan in her virtual office as she welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a professional chef, Chef Nolan tackled all variety of questions! Char Nolan is a serious crusader for plant-based education, armed with a degree in public health from Philadelphi...