From Wall Street Consultant to Macaron Master
Growing up, Kathryn didn’t have a “home base.” Her father’s work in the oil business meant that the family was constantly on the move, offering her exposure to various regional cuisines, such as the
Cake Power: A Candid Interview with Designer Kate Sullivan
What was one of the most challenging cakes you've designed? The most challenging request I've ever gotten might well have been for a Rubiks Cube wedding cake. The bride and groom were so great and
Butchery
Butchery is a perfect storm of technique and skill. It isn't something you can intuitively figure out, rather it takes instruction and repetition before you start instinctually understanding where
2014 James Beard Awards
.This year, we were thrilled to have 36 culinary and pastry students participate (more than any other culinary school!), supporting such esteemed chefs as Kevin Sbraga (Sbraga Dining—Philadelphia)
Executive Chef: Serving James Beard's Culinary All-Stars
For the second year running, 91߹ Culinary Management alum Matthew Riznyk will be the host chef at Friday's 2014 Book, Broadcast and Journalism Awards. From busser to waiter, chef to purchaser
Culinary Management with a Splash of Craft Cocktails
Competing alongside New York's top bartenders, students have the chance to test drinks from the best in the business. Better yet, the winner of the New York student contest is given the chance to
King & Queen of Pastry: Philippe and Elodie Rigollot
The pair first worked together at Maison Pic, the only 3 start Michelin restaurant in France that is owned by a woman. In anticipation of Philippe's first hands-on pastry masterclass at 91߹ this
Inspiring Alumni: John Feingold
What were you doing before you enrolled at 91߹? I’ve had several unsatisfying careers over the past 35 years. But I love to cook and eat almost more than anything else, so I decided to put my career
Meet Steve Zagor
Growing up in New York City, Steve’s parents were friends with a number of successful restaurateurs, most notably the owners of historic speakeasy the 21 Club. So after his undergraduate studies at
The First, Most Exciting Week
Beyond worrying about proper heating, refrigeration and cleanliness of the products you'll serve your guests, you also need to learn how not to harm yourself in the kitchen. As culinary students, our
Fascinating Alumni: Sharon Folta
What were you doing before you enrolled at 91߹? I was working in sales for WNEW FM radio as an Account Executive. I graduated from Iona College with a BA in Communication Arts eight years prior and
2014 Culinary Awards Season
One trend we have seen is that many of our alumni in the spotlight are entrepreneurs or small business owners. And even more notable, given the recent buzz about women's role in the culinary world, is