Join Chef Cal and Christa on this week's episode of Cooking Like a Pro as they delve into culinary tips and techniques to enhance your cooking skills. This podcast is packed with valuable insights and practical advice for both novice and experienced cooks.

FEATURED RECIPE in this episode GAZPACHO

✔️ Learn how to prepare a unique dish of sautéed cucumbers with garlic, shallot, cream, and dill. Get tips on grilling cucumbers and reducing their bitterness.

✔️ Dive into wine pairing insights, focusing on merlot and how to enhance your dining experience.

✔️ Understand the importance of the "dry, wet, dry" breading method for perfect coating.


TIMESTAMP OVERVIEW

00:00 Exploring local farmers market for food.

04:07 Ice cold dish and chilled spoon preference.

07:01 Slice, saute, add cream, dill, enjoy. Delightful surprise!

09:54 Enjoying John Denver while craving homegrown tomatoes.

14:48 Breading is used for fast-cooking, tender items.

17:35 Sautéed and deep frying can be healthy.

21:50 Refrigerator whisperer finds fun in cooking.

25:17 Enhancing wine taste and food pairing tips.

27:47 Testing grape sugar content using refractometer.

30:06 Chardonnay with buttery, nutty flavor pairs with halibut.

35:15 Pairing food and wine, merlot, sweeter wine. Drink what you like, ask for samples.

38:36 Restaurant owner emphasizes importance of customer service.

40:35 Request for ice water, customer engagement essential.

43:38 Eating out, supporting restaurants.

46:27 Service: Getting order right, tipping becoming common.

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