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Join us for an unforgettable episode featuring the renowned pastry chef, Fran Costigan, as she unveils the secrets to setting up your baking kitchen for success. Celebrating her decades of expertise in the world of vegan and plant-based desserts, Fran will guide participants through a comprehensive exploration of essential tools, ingredients, and organizational strategies that form the backbone of...

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 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 us for an enlightening presentation and discover how you can revolutionize your career as a Food Coach! 🌟 Are you passionate about cooking? Do you want to make a positive impact on people's lives through food? This presentation is tailor-made for you! Whether you're a seasoned chef, a home cook, a dietitian, a coach, a community health worker or a clinician, there's an excitin...

Prepare your kitchen for the upcoming holidays with practical advice and effective strategies with Chef Fran Costigan. She has tips for organizing and optimizing your cooking space, and suggestions for dessert components that you can make ahead. From smart storage solutions to time-saving kitchen trucs, she’s got you covered. Plus Chef Fran will help you stock your pantry with essential ingredient...

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...

In this busiest of seasons, many of us dive into the holidays headfirst and end up coming up on the other side exhausted, bloated and wanting to lose weight. Learn how you can take care of yourself while you take care of others from a culinary lens. Learn how to make easy, eye popping chocolates as gifts. Strategize how to plan so that there is time for you too. Join Dr Deb as she celebrates you a...

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 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 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 us for an exciting episode hosted by renowned chef and author, Barton Seaver, as he shares his invaluable holiday cooking tips and tricks. In this interactive culinary experience, Barton will guide participants through the art of creating memorable and stress-free holiday meals. Whether you're looking to perfect the roast turkey or craft delectable vegetarian/vegan dishes, Barton Seaver&#...

Learn key vegan pastry and baking techniques to elevate your desserts this Thanksgiving. Chef Fran Costigan, Rouxbe’s Director of Vegan Pastry will offer her top tips from her Essential Vegan Desserts Course for successful desserts. She’ll showcase a variety of holiday desserts that are suitable for all people, whether or not dietary considerations are an issue. From mastering pies and tarts to cr...

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...

At first glance it may seem simple: We eat because we are hungry, food tastes good, we can both access and afford it, and our bodies will seek out or crave the foods that supply nutrients we need. What if I told you that is less true now then it has ever been before? When an individual sits down to eat there are more than 15 motivators at play that influence their food choices.  This presentation...

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...

Explore the world of protein-enriched treats with Chef Fran Costigan and Registered Dietitian Vesanto Melina in an insightful discussion that strikes a harmonious balance between flavor, texture, and nutrition, without compromising your commitment to a healthier lifestyle.  Fran and Vesanto will discuss options for higher protein treats that satisfy. Fran Costigan is internationally renowned as th...

Join us for a captivating episode featuring Dr. Deb Kennedy, a distinguished expert in the realm of culinary wellness and teaching kitchens. Dr. Deb’s extensive knowledge and passion for the transformative power of food make her a trusted guide on the journey to better health through the kitchen. In this enlightening event, Dr. Deb will share her insights into harnessing the potential of a kitchen...

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...

Prepare to embark on a flavorful odyssey where science meets culinary delight, as Deb Kennedy, PhD takes the stage to share her wisdom on The Power of Taste and Flavor in Following a Healthy Diet. With her engaging demeanor and depth of knowledge, Dr. Deb will unwrap the science behind taste perception and its direct impact on our dietary habits. Join us, and you will gain a new appreciation for t...

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 renowned plant-based pastry chef Fran Costigan, Rouxbe Director of Vegan Pastry, for a Live Event focused on oats. Oats are not only good for your heart and general health but also a sustainable crop. The event will explore the various forms and uses of oats in vegan treats and beyond. Learn when to use different types of oats, how to make and store fresh oat flour and oat milk. Chef Fran wil...

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 renowned pastry chef Fran Costigan for an unforgettable episode as she unravels the delightful world of Grunts, Slumps, Cobblers, Crisps, and Sonkers. Prepare your taste buds for a tantalizing journey through the comforting realm of fruit-based desserts. Some are baked, some are made on the stove and others are bits that were previously made. Fran’s expertise in plant-based baking is evident...

Nourish your mind at our sizzling live event, "Food is Medicine," starring the one and only, culinary medicine expert Dr. Deb Kennedy! Prepare to have your preconceptions flipped upside down as Dr. Deb whisks you on a journey of gastronomic healing. Armed with a spatula in one hand and a prescription pad in the other, Dr Deb will discuss what place a chef has in this emerging field of fo...

Join Chef Ken Rubin 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 Ken tackled all variety of questions! Ken Rubin is a nationally recognized chef, educator, food anthropologist and with over 25 years of broad culinary ind...