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As someone who plans on becoming a part of the culinary industry, you will have to start somewhere. And an indispensable part of the humble beginnings of career persons is receiving starting salaries during the first few weeks or months of employment until they are able to prove they are worthy of getting median salaries….

So, you love scouring the internet for some great recipes and trying them out, too. Many of your family members and friends have also vouched for your superior cooking skills. Does this mean being a cook is your calling? Willingness to learn, having passion and the ability to be a team player are some of…

Most people are estimated to change jobs 12 times throughout their lifetime. Whether you are a chef looking for a career change or planning on venturing into the food and hospitality industry but don’t want to be preparing meals for life, you will be more than happy to learn that there are many alternative career…

You can get into the culinary industry in different ways. Having real-world experience is enough in some instances. At other times, however, getting formal training is either a plus or a must. Needless to say, different culinary jobs have different salaries, which is why it’s a good idea to map out the career path of…

A cheesecloth is simply a cotton cloth. It can be lightly or tightly woven. It got its name because it was originally used in cheese-making. But people have found other uses for it, such as separating solids from liquids in any dish. With its many uses, a cheesecloth can get dirty. You might be wondering…

When I was a kid, I read about incubating eggs and since I wanted to have a cute pet chicken, I decided to create an incubator at home with the help of a table lamp and a blanket. Needless to say, it didn’t work, and here’s why. Store-bought eggs cannot hatch. This is especially true…

The majority of fruits are best eaten ripe. Since you must have already heard the fact that tomatoes are technically fruits, you might be wondering if you can eat them unripe. In general, you can eat unripe tomatoes. Enjoying them offers a different experience from eating ripe tomatoes as they are firmer, less juicy and…

Almost any list of the healthiest vegetables on the internet mentions broccoli. It isn’t surprising since the cruciferous veggie is packed with fiber, antioxidants, vitamin C, omega-3 fatty acids and others. Unfortunately, its smell packs a punch, too, which is why many people retch at the sight (and smell) of broccoli. What makes broccoli smell…

The waffle maker is a popular kitchen appliance that has found a place in many homes worldwide. You can enjoy waffles for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, given the proper accompaniments. When looking for waffle makers, you will find versions that are stationary and options that flip.  Some waffle makers flip to help ensure the waffles…

It’s no secret that bleach is very good at removing nasty stains and disease-causing microorganisms such as bacteria and viruses. And this is why you might be wondering if you could use bleach on a regular basis in order to keep your dishes sparkling clean and your loved ones in the pink of health. Dishes…