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Truffled Mushroom Risotto

by Rudi Stroebel Picard

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People are always asking what the secret is to the perfect risotto, and the answers vary significantly. Some say it’s the variety of mushrooms you use. Other swear by butter, cream and parmesan cheese.
For me it’s patience.

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Vegan, gluten free Banana Bread

by Rudi Stroebel Picard

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It is officially autumn and for sure my favorite season… if I had to pick one. The leaves are turning and the northern hemisphere is preparing to rest. The vibrant colors of summer produce is making way for much richer oranges and greens. And, of course, as the season change, so must our eating habits to give the land a chance to recuperate, just as we do, after a busy period of work.

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Asian Short Rib, Charred Chinese Broccoli with Lemon, Coriander & Cauliflower Purée with a Beef Bone Broth & Stout Reduction served with Fresh Cherries

by Rudi Stroebel Picard

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Short rib has always been one of my very favorite things to eat. I had it first at The Test Kitchen in Cape Town a few years ago when I worked there as a waiter. One of the chefs made it for the staff one afternoon and I was instantly hooked.
Star anise is the truly the star of this dish. Though subtle, magic happens when it simmers away in the stout and beef juices.

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Charred, Chestnut Mushroom Gnocchi in Herbs & Balsamic

by Rudi Stroebel Picard

charred chestnut mushroom gnocchi in herbs, balsamic reduction and arugula salad

Gnocchi is centuries old and made it’s first appearance in Italy after potatoes from South America were introduced to Italian kitchens by Spanish explorers as far back as the 1500s.

This simple potato dumpling is a staple in our home and I make it with a variety of toppings and sauces. Since it’s a little on the heavy side I keep the portions smaller than with pasta, or serve it as a starter. I most often choose vegetarian ingredients when cooking a gnocchi dish and I pack it with flavor.

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Ginger, Orange & Cinnamon Poached Pears with Chocolate Sauce

by Rudi Stroebel Picard

ginger, orange and cinnamon poached pears with chocolate sauce

The original poached pear was created in 1864 by French chef and restaurateur, Auguste Escoffier. He named the dessert Poire belle Hélène after the operette La belle Hélène by Jacques Offenbach, and there has been hundreds of variations of this classic dessert since.

I’ve always used red wine as a poaching liquid and served it with vanilla cream, but it had never occurred to me to pair the pear with ginger until I stumbled upon a post from Instagram sensation @truchocolatesnacks the other day.

The very same day (as if by grand design) my mother-in-law sent us a case of pears from Hale Groves in Florida for Christmas and with much excitement I took to our kitchen to create this interesting new twist on a classic dessert.

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