Roosters are sometimes identified as “useless roosters.” They consume, but they do not produce and multiple roosters in a coop can create an unsettled environment (see the picture of the rooster chasing the hen!). When we buy chickens, hens cost $5, but the roosters are free. (If you buy chicks, the sex cannot yet be determined, […]

Dear Chef, I received my repaired knives a couple of days ago. I had mailed a 10-inch and 6-inch kitchen knives with broken black handles. I have had these knives for more than 30 years. I could not locate a repair shop till you guys. I am SOOOO happy. Better than new. Great workmanship. Really […]

Our Winter 2010 cooking class schedule is now available online with 150 new classes! Please welcome these new chef-instructors: Lauren DeSantis, who has a cooking show on TV in Washington called “Capitol Cooking,” will cook with wine on December 22. Chuck Friedhoff of Persimmon Woods Country Club is making his well-known and delicious pierogis on January […]