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A is for Apple Desserts

Fran Costigan - A is for Apple Desserts

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This event was on January 14, 2025

Join Rouxbe's Director of Vegan Pastry, Chef Fran Costigan, for a delightful and informative live event celebrating the apple in all its sweet and tart glory! From warm spiced applesauce to baked crisps, cobblers, cakes, and more, this event will showcase the versatility of apples in desserts. Chef Fran will also discuss the many apple varieties and their best uses—and share her love for enjoying apples fresh from the orchard. Whether you're a seasoned pastry chef or simply an apple dessert enthusiast, this live event promises something for everyone. Don’t miss the chance to celebrate this beloved winter fruit! Register now and send in your questions ahead of time.

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Eric Wynkoop - Ask Me Anything (Office Hours)

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This event was on January 7, 2025

Join Chef Eric Wynkoop in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. This event was created for you and we encourage you to Ask Anything – 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 Eric is ready to answer them all.

Maximizing Flavor

Deb Kennedy, PhD - Maximizing Flavor

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This event was on January 2, 2025

Unlock the secrets to making healthy food truly crave-worthy in the enlightening talk. Join Dr Deb for this live event where she will discuss how to use culinary techniques to elevate the taste of nutritious meals without relying on excessive sugar, salt, or fat. This information comes from her collaborative work with experts in the field of flavor and culinary science. Whether you're cooking for yourself, your family, or a community, this event will equip you with the practical skills to create meals that delight the palate while supporting a healthy lifestyle.

Exploring Ingredient Substitutions

Fran Costigan - Exploring Ingredient Substitutions

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This event was on December 17, 2024

One of the most frequent questions we get at Rouxbe is “what can I swap for X ingredient?” For example, How do arrowroot, corn, and tapioca compare? Are all these starches are a 1:1 swap? And, what about using oil as a replacement for dairy butter, or the differences between various types of cocoa powder and plant-based milks? Chef Fran will even dive into the world of egg substitutes, offering lots of reliable information plus good ole common sense. Join Chef Fran Costigan, Rouxbe Director of Vegan Pastry, for an enlightening Live Event that will finally give the answers about equivalents, swaps, and substitutions. This session promises to be both informative and engaging, offering you valuable insights into modifying and developing recipes.

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Dan Marek - Ask Me Anything (Office Hours)

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This event was on December 10, 2024

Join Chef Dan Marek in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. This event was created for you and we encourage you to Ask Anything – 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 is ready to answer them all.

Give Yourself a Break

Deb Kennedy, PhD - Give Yourself a Break

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This event was on December 5, 2024

Are you tired of setting ambitious New Year’s food goals only to feel discouraged when they fall apart? Join Dr. Deb for a live event where she will teach you her scientific approach to setting sustainable food goals that actually work. Stop setting yourself up for failure—let's make this the year of food goals that lead to lasting success!

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Char Nolan - Ask Me Anything (Office Hours)

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This event was on December 3, 2024

Join Chef Char Nolan in her virtual office as she welcomes all of your questions. This event was created for you and we encourage you to ask anything – 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 is ready to answer them all.

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Eric Wynkoop - Ask Me Anything (Office Hours)

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This event was on November 26, 2024

Join Chef Eric Wynkoop in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. This event was created for you and we encourage you to Ask Anything – 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 Eric is ready to answer them all.

The Great Thanksgiving Dessert Debate

Fran Costigan - The Great Thanksgiving Dessert Debate

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This event was on November 19, 2024

Are Thanksgiving desserts best when they stick to tradition, or is it time to shake things up with some trendy twists? Join Chef Fran Costigan, Rouxbe Director of Vegan Pastry for a lively discussion where exploring the timeless classics and the modern spins on your favorite Thanksgiving sweets. Of course, in Fran’s kitchen, whether traditional or less so, all her desserts will be vegan-- that is dairy, egg and white sugar free and satisfying to all. Sign up and send in your questions.

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Dan Marek - Ask Me Anything (Office Hours)

Recorded

This event was on November 12, 2024

Join Chef Dan Marek in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. This event was created for you and we encourage you to Ask Anything – 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 is ready to answer them all.