At Stir Crazy, we train our chefs that delicious cooking is an artful balance of flavours. Beyond the simple addition of salt and pepper, understanding the interplay of sweet, sour, bitter, salty, and umami is key to creating truly memorable dishes. Imagine this - you've diligently followed a recipe, the kitchen is filled with [...]
We've all seen them - most often late at night as we're leaving the restaurant. You can make out the shapes sitting in an alleyway, the giveaway glow of a cigarette lighting up their faces, chatting about the shift that just ended. You hurry your loved ones past them before they see you, concerned that [...]
Is culinary school worth it? Let’s explore the advantages and downsides of getting a culinary degree or diploma. Whether you’re a high school student debating your next move… an established adult considering a career change… or an experienced cook looking to advance your skills or start your own business… attending culinary school is a big [...]
The potential impacts of El Niño on South Africa’s food value chain warrant significant attention. With forecasts suggesting an increase in temperatures and the possibility of a heatwave, the risk of #foodchaos looms large. Stakeholders must prepare for the adverse effects that this climatic phenomenon may have on agricultural productivity and food security. As #ELNINO [...]
Cooking helps with social-emotional, physical, cognitive and language development. Hands-on cooking activities help children develop confidence and skill. Following recipes encourages children to be self-directed and independent, it also teaches them to follow directions and develop problem-solving skills. Fine motor and eye-hand coordination skills are developed by chopping, mixing, squeezing, and spreading. Cooking encourages [...]
Wondering what is happening food-wise in 2021 and what to expect. Here are some trends that popped onto our radar, some started in 2020 and will continue into 2021. With the world-wide Pandemic, the industries mostly affected by COVID-19 have probably been the Restaurant/ Hospitality/ Food Industries. This means a lot changed and some of [...]