By fitcoach on May 11, 2010 in Culinary School | 0 Comments
Louisiana has been described as a “cultural gumbo” in which each of the different ingredients is identifiable, yet all have blended, affecting each other. A complex blend of Native American, French, Spanish, German, English, African, and Italian influences creates a unique regional culture. These people have merged to become the Cajuns and Creoles – the [...]
By fitcoach on Apr 20, 2010 in Culinary School | 2 Comments
The Mid-Atlantic region, with its mild climate, abundance of river valleys with rich soil, and extensive coastline, was the perfect environment for the orchards and farms established by the early settlers who emigrated to America from England, Germany, the Netherlands, and other western countries. People from all over the world who have been attracted to [...]
By fitcoach on Apr 14, 2010 in Culinary School, Meats, Poultry, Side Dishes | 2 Comments
The New England region is known for the rocky coastlines of Maine, the white Mountains of New Hampshire, the rolling green mountains and dairies of Vermont, and the fertile farms and orchards of Connecticut. From New England rivers, bays and oceans comes seafood of great variety and high quality. The Atlantic Cod is recognized as [...]
By fitcoach on Mar 30, 2010 in Cuban Recipes, Meats | 1 Comment
Cuban Lasagna Video I decided to incorporate to of my favorites in Cuban food, picadillo and plantains. Then I thought what should I do? I will make lasagna, yes Cuban lasagna. The plantains replace the noodles and the filling is the Picadillo, with some white cheese. Hope you enjoy it.