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195 episodes

Char Nolan - Ask Me Anything March 26th

Join Chef Char Nolan in her virtual office as she welcomes all of your questions. 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 tackled all variety of questions! Char Nolan is a serious crusader for plant-based education, armed with a degree in public health from Philadelphia’s Temple University. She teaches nutrition and plant-based cooking throughout Philadelphia, and in many underserved communities. Char holds a certificate in plant-based nutrition from eCornell and completed Rouxbe’s Plant-Based Professional Certification course in 2015. In 2019, Char completed post-graduate course work in social media marketing at the University of the Arts. When she is not cooking or teaching, she manages social media accounts for several plant-based influencers. Char prides herself on learning everything she knows about cooking from growing up in her grandparents’ Italian restaurant. Her favorite vegetables are Brussels sprouts and kale, of course. Char originally hails from Queens, NY, but has lived in Philadelphia most of her adult life. She is a former Peace Corps Volunteer. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe https://rouxbe.com/live-events/932⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

37m
Apr 01
Fran Costigan - What’s New In Vegan Chocolate

Have you noticed the market shelves loaded with new varieties of vegan chocolates? Well, Chef Fran Costigan, Rouxbe Director of Vegan Pastry, and author of Vegan Chocolate: Unapologetically Lucious and Decadent Dairy Free Desserts, has and is ready to host a delectable exploration of innovative versions of non-dairy chocolates including milk, chocolates, white chocolate, fruit flavored too. Join Chef Fran for a flavorful fun, and enlightening discovery – because the future of chocolate is vegan, and it’s irresistibly sweet. You can watch the original video version of this episode on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe⁠ https://rouxbe.com/live-events/934⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

51m
Mar 25
Dan Marek - Ask Me Anything March 12th

Join Chef Dan Marek in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. 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 tackled all variety of questions! Dan Marek is a chef educator who has been teaching vegan and vegetarian cooking for over 15 years. At Rouxbe, he is our Director of Plant-Based Culinary and Development where he helps develop content, classes and builds courses for many of our partners. Dan is a board member of Slow Food Austin, the Institute of Child Nutrition, and Conscious Capitalism. He has earned his BA in Journalism from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University and holds certificates in Nutrition from Cornell University. Prior to his role with Rouxbe, Dan worked with Whole Kids Foundation training teachers and food service at schools across the country on nutrition and culinary best practices. He also worked as a Healthy Eating Educator at Whole Foods Market’s flagship store in Austin, TX, was a personal chef for some of Austin’s elite business people, taught classes in culinary techniques at Austin Community College, The Natural Epicurean, and Le Cordon Bleu. Dan also regularly volunteers cooking or speaking about nutrition for the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, Marathon Kids, Health Alliance for Austin Musicians, and the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Austin and Central Texas. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe https://rouxbe.com/live-events/931⁠⁠⁠⁠.

58m
Mar 18
Eric Wynkoop - Ask Me Anything February 27th

Join Chef Eric Wynkoop in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a chef, Eric Wynkoop tackled all variety of questions! Eric Wynkoop previously served as a founding faculty member at The International Culinary School, instructor in anthropology at Portland State University, and Senior Instructor at the Le Cordon Bleu program at Western Culinary Institute, in Portland, Oregon. He holds Master’s Degrees in postsecondary education and cultural anthropology, as well as credentials in Ayurveda wellness and cooking. Eric has spent more than twenty years in the food and beverage industry. His experiences include banquet management, catering, personal chef, winery cellar hand, educator, textbook contributor, consultant, and ethnographer. He also brings food and cultural insight from nearly a decade of residence in Japan, studies in Mexico, and research in India as a Fulbright Scholar. After graduating from the University of Oregon with a dual degree in Japanese and Asian Studies, he went on to receive his formal culinary training at Western Culinary Institute, in Portland, Oregon. Eric’s role with Rouxbe is central to enhancing the student experience through quality course content and new course development at Rouxbe. Eric is also the lead instructor in Rouxbe courses, a role which he has enjoyed since 2016. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://rouxbe.com/live-events/930.

1h 1m
Mar 04
Char Nolan - Ask Me Anything February 20th

Join Chef Char Nolan in her virtual office as she welcomes all of your questions. 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 tackled all variety of questions! Char Nolan is a serious crusader for plant-based education, armed with a degree in public health from Philadelphia’s Temple University. She teaches nutrition and plant-based cooking throughout Philadelphia, and in many underserved communities. Char holds a certificate in plant-based nutrition from eCornell and completed Rouxbe’s Plant-Based Professional Certification course in 2015. In 2019, Char completed post-graduate course work in social media marketing at the University of the Arts. When she is not cooking or teaching, she manages social media accounts for several plant-based influencers. Char prides herself on learning everything she knows about cooking from growing up in her grandparents’ Italian restaurant. Her favorite vegetables are Brussels sprouts and kale, of course. Char originally hails from Queens, NY, but has lived in Philadelphia most of her adult life. She is a former Peace Corps Volunteer. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://rouxbe.com/live-events/929.

48m
Feb 26
Fran Costigan - Bite Sized Desserts with Big Appeal

Indulge your senses in a delightful experience as the renowned pastry chef Fran Costigan takes center stage at her 8th Annual Essential Vegan Desserts Valentine’s Day Live Event. Join us for a special discussion on sweetness, sophistication, and the joy of creating desserts that deliver big flavor in small, delightful packages! You can watch the original video version of this episode on⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe https://rouxbe.com/live-events/928⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

56m
Feb 19
Dan Marek - Ask Me Anything February 6th

Join Chef Dan Marek in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. 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 tackled all variety of questions! Dan Marek is a chef educator who has been teaching vegan and vegetarian cooking for over 15 years. At Rouxbe, he is our Director of Plant-Based Culinary and Development where he helps develop content, classes and builds courses for many of our partners. Dan is a board member of Slow Food Austin, the Institute of Child Nutrition, and Conscious Capitalism. He has earned his BA in Journalism from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University and holds certificates in Nutrition from Cornell University. Prior to his role with Rouxbe, Dan worked with Whole Kids Foundation training teachers and food service at schools across the country on nutrition and culinary best practices. He also worked as a Healthy Eating Educator at Whole Foods Market’s flagship store in Austin, TX, was a personal chef for some of Austin’s elite business people, taught classes in culinary techniques at Austin Community College, The Natural Epicurean, and Le Cordon Bleu. Dan also regularly volunteers cooking or speaking about nutrition for the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, Marathon Kids, Health Alliance for Austin Musicians, and the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Austin and Central Texas. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe https://rouxbe.com/live-events/925⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

50m
Feb 12
Eric Wynkoop - Ask Me Anything January 30th

Join Chef Eric Wynkoop in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a chef, Eric Wynkoop tackled all variety of questions! Eric Wynkoop previously served as a founding faculty member at The International Culinary School, instructor in anthropology at Portland State University, and Senior Instructor at the Le Cordon Bleu program at Western Culinary Institute, in Portland, Oregon. He holds Master’s Degrees in postsecondary education and cultural anthropology, as well as credentials in Ayurveda wellness and cooking. Eric has spent more than twenty years in the food and beverage industry. His experiences include banquet management, catering, personal chef, winery cellar hand, educator, textbook contributor, consultant, and ethnographer. He also brings food and cultural insight from nearly a decade of residence in Japan, studies in Mexico, and research in India as a Fulbright Scholar. After graduating from the University of Oregon with a dual degree in Japanese and Asian Studies, he went on to receive his formal culinary training at Western Culinary Institute, in Portland, Oregon. Eric’s role with Rouxbe is central to enhancing the student experience through quality course content and new course development at Rouxbe. Eric is also the lead instructor in Rouxbe courses, a role which he has enjoyed since 2016. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe https://rouxbe.com/live-events/926⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

1h 39m
Feb 05
Char Nolan - Ask Me Anything January 23rd

Join Chef Char Nolan in her virtual office as she welcomes all of your questions. 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 tackled all variety of questions! Char Nolan is a serious crusader for plant-based education, armed with a degree in public health from Philadelphia’s Temple University. She teaches nutrition and plant-based cooking throughout Philadelphia, and in many underserved communities. Char holds a certificate in plant-based nutrition from eCornell and completed Rouxbe’s Plant-Based Professional Certification course in 2015. In 2019, Char completed post-graduate course work in social media marketing at the University of the Arts. When she is not cooking or teaching, she manages social media accounts for several plant-based influencers. Char prides herself on learning everything she knows about cooking from growing up in her grandparents’ Italian restaurant. Her favorite vegetables are Brussels sprouts and kale, of course. Char originally hails from Queens, NY, but has lived in Philadelphia most of her adult life. She is a former Peace Corps Volunteer. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://rouxbe.com/live-events/920.

50m
Jan 29
Fran Costigan - Setting Up Your Baking Kitchen For Success

Join us for an unforgettable episode featuring the renowned pastry chef, Fran Costigan, as she unveils the secrets to setting up your baking kitchen for success. Celebrating her decades of expertise in the world of vegan and plant-based desserts, Fran will guide participants through a comprehensive exploration of essential tools, ingredients, and organizational strategies that form the backbone of a successful baking endeavor. From selecting the finest quality ingredients to mastering the art of precise measurements, Fran will share invaluable tips and tricks to elevate your baking skills to new heights. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting on your culinary journey, this event promises to be a delightful and informative experience, offering a rare opportunity to learn from one of the industry's most celebrated experts. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe https://rouxbe.com/live-events/924⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

58m
Jan 22
Dan Marek - Ask Me Anything January 9th

Join Chef Dan Marek in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. 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 tackled all variety of questions! Dan Marek is a chef educator who has been teaching vegan and vegetarian cooking for over 15 years. At Rouxbe, he is our Director of Plant-Based Culinary and Development where he helps develop content, classes and builds courses for many of our partners. Dan is a board member of Slow Food Austin, the Institute of Child Nutrition, and Conscious Capitalism. He has earned his BA in Journalism from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University and holds certificates in Nutrition from Cornell University. Prior to his role with Rouxbe, Dan worked with Whole Kids Foundation training teachers and food service at schools across the country on nutrition and culinary best practices. He also worked as a Healthy Eating Educator at Whole Foods Market’s flagship store in Austin, TX, was a personal chef for some of Austin’s elite business people, taught classes in culinary techniques at Austin Community College, The Natural Epicurean, and Le Cordon Bleu. Dan also regularly volunteers cooking or speaking about nutrition for the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, Marathon Kids, Health Alliance for Austin Musicians, and the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Austin and Central Texas. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe⁠⁠⁠⁠. https://rouxbe.com/live-events/915

52m
Jan 15
Deb Kennedy, PhD - Explore a Career as a Food Coach!

🌟 Join us for an enlightening presentation and discover how you can revolutionize your career as a Food Coach! 🌟 Are you passionate about cooking? Do you want to make a positive impact on people's lives through food? This presentation is tailor-made for you! Whether you're a seasoned chef, a home cook, a dietitian, a coach, a community health worker or a clinician, there's an exciting opportunity awaiting you in the world of Food Coaching. 🔍 What You Will Learn: 👩‍🍳 Chefs and Home Cooks: Explore how to leverage your love for cooking and culinary skills to contribute to people's well-being. Learn how to use your kitchen expertise to support individuals on their journey to healing through the power of food. 🍏 Dietitians and Clinicians: Discover how to translate clinical recommendations into practical culinary skill-building strategies. Bridge the gap between nutritional advice and hands-on, enjoyable cooking experiences for your clients. 🤝 Coaches and Community Health Workers: Gain insights into supporting behavioral changes through a practical culinary skill delivery platform. Learn how to empower your clients with tools that extend beyond traditional coaching methods. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://rouxbe.com/live-events/923.

28m
Jan 08
Eric Wynkoop - Ask Me Anything January 2nd

Join Chef Eric Wynkoop in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a chef, Eric Wynkoop tackled all variety of questions! Eric Wynkoop previously served as a founding faculty member at The International Culinary School, instructor in anthropology at Portland State University, and Senior Instructor at the Le Cordon Bleu program at Western Culinary Institute, in Portland, Oregon. He holds Master’s Degrees in postsecondary education and cultural anthropology, as well as credentials in Ayurveda wellness and cooking. Eric has spent more than twenty years in the food and beverage industry. His experiences include banquet management, catering, personal chef, winery cellar hand, educator, textbook contributor, consultant, and ethnographer. He also brings food and cultural insight from nearly a decade of residence in Japan, studies in Mexico, and research in India as a Fulbright Scholar. After graduating from the University of Oregon with a dual degree in Japanese and Asian Studies, he went on to receive his formal culinary training at Western Culinary Institute, in Portland, Oregon. Eric’s role with Rouxbe is central to enhancing the student experience through quality course content and new course development at Rouxbe. Eric is also the lead instructor in Rouxbe courses, a role which he has enjoyed since 2016. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. https://rouxbe.com/live-events/918

1h 12m
Jan 05
Fran Costigan - Holiday Prep Made Easy

Prepare your kitchen for the upcoming holidays with practical advice and effective strategies with Chef Fran Costigan. She has tips for organizing and optimizing your cooking space, and suggestions for dessert components that you can make ahead. From smart storage solutions to time-saving kitchen trucs, she’s got you covered. Plus Chef Fran will help you stock your pantry with essential ingredients and holiday staples, ensuring you’re well-prepared to make recipes with ease. Here’s to getting our kitchen holiday-ready, for festivities without stress. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://rouxbe.com/live-events/911.

50m
Dec 24, 2023
Deb Kennedy, PhD - Culinary Strategies to Nourish Yourself During the Holiday Season

In this busiest of seasons, many of us dive into the holidays headfirst and end up coming up on the other side exhausted, bloated and wanting to lose weight. Learn how you can take care of yourself while you take care of others from a culinary lens. Learn how to make easy, eye popping chocolates as gifts. Strategize how to plan so that there is time for you too. Join Dr Deb as she celebrates you and this holiday season. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe https://rouxbe.com/live-events/922⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

43m
Dec 18, 2023
Char Nolan - Ask Me Anything December 12th

Join Chef Char Nolan in her virtual office as she welcomes all of your questions. 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 tackled all variety of questions! Char Nolan is a serious crusader for plant-based education, armed with a degree in public health from Philadelphia’s Temple University. She teaches nutrition and plant-based cooking throughout Philadelphia, and in many underserved communities. Char holds a certificate in plant-based nutrition from eCornell and completed Rouxbe’s Plant-Based Professional Certification course in 2015. In 2019, Char completed post-graduate course work in social media marketing at the University of the Arts. When she is not cooking or teaching, she manages social media accounts for several plant-based influencers. Char prides herself on learning everything she knows about cooking from growing up in her grandparents’ Italian restaurant. Her favorite vegetables are Brussels sprouts and kale, of course. Char originally hails from Queens, NY, but has lived in Philadelphia most of her adult life. She is a former Peace Corps Volunteer. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://rouxbe.com/live-events/920.

46m
Dec 15, 2023
Dan Marek - Ask Me Anything December 5th

Join Chef Dan Marek in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. 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 tackled all variety of questions! Dan Marek is a chef educator who has been teaching vegan and vegetarian cooking for over 15 years. At Rouxbe, he is our Director of Plant-Based Culinary and Development where he helps develop content, classes and builds courses for many of our partners. Dan is a board member of Slow Food Austin, the Institute of Child Nutrition, and Conscious Capitalism. He has earned his BA in Journalism from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University and holds certificates in Nutrition from Cornell University. Prior to his role with Rouxbe, Dan worked with Whole Kids Foundation training teachers and food service at schools across the country on nutrition and culinary best practices. He also worked as a Healthy Eating Educator at Whole Foods Market’s flagship store in Austin, TX, was a personal chef for some of Austin’s elite business people, taught classes in culinary techniques at Austin Community College, The Natural Epicurean, and Le Cordon Bleu. Dan also regularly volunteers cooking or speaking about nutrition for the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, Marathon Kids, Health Alliance for Austin Musicians, and the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Austin and Central Texas. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe⁠⁠⁠⁠. https://rouxbe.com/live-events/914

40m
Dec 11, 2023
Eric Wynkoop - Ask Me Anything November 28th

Join Chef Eric Wynkoop in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a chef, Eric Wynkoop tackled all variety of questions! Eric Wynkoop previously served as a founding faculty member at The International Culinary School, instructor in anthropology at Portland State University, and Senior Instructor at the Le Cordon Bleu program at Western Culinary Institute, in Portland, Oregon. He holds Master’s Degrees in postsecondary education and cultural anthropology, as well as credentials in Ayurveda wellness and cooking. Eric has spent more than twenty years in the food and beverage industry. His experiences include banquet management, catering, personal chef, winery cellar hand, educator, textbook contributor, consultant, and ethnographer. He also brings food and cultural insight from nearly a decade of residence in Japan, studies in Mexico, and research in India as a Fulbright Scholar. After graduating from the University of Oregon with a dual degree in Japanese and Asian Studies, he went on to receive his formal culinary training at Western Culinary Institute, in Portland, Oregon. Eric’s role with Rouxbe is central to enhancing the student experience through quality course content and new course development at Rouxbe. Eric is also the lead instructor in Rouxbe courses, a role which he has enjoyed since 2016. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. https://rouxbe.com/live-events/917

55m
Dec 04, 2023
Char Nolan - Ask Me Anything November 21st

Join Chef Char Nolan in her virtual office as she welcomes all of your questions. 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 tackled all variety of questions! Char Nolan is a serious crusader for plant-based education, armed with a degree in public health from Philadelphia’s Temple University. She teaches nutrition and plant-based cooking throughout Philadelphia, and in many underserved communities. Char holds a certificate in plant-based nutrition from eCornell and completed Rouxbe’s Plant-Based Professional Certification course in 2015. In 2019, Char completed post-graduate course work in social media marketing at the University of the Arts. When she is not cooking or teaching, she manages social media accounts for several plant-based influencers. Char prides herself on learning everything she knows about cooking from growing up in her grandparents’ Italian restaurant. Her favorite vegetables are Brussels sprouts and kale, of course. Char originally hails from Queens, NY, but has lived in Philadelphia most of her adult life. She is a former Peace Corps Volunteer. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe⁠⁠⁠⁠. https://rouxbe.com/live-events/913

41m
Nov 27, 2023
Barton Seaver - Holiday Tips & Tricks

Join us for an exciting episode hosted by renowned chef and author, Barton Seaver, as he shares his invaluable holiday cooking tips and tricks. In this interactive culinary experience, Barton will guide participants through the art of creating memorable and stress-free holiday meals. Whether you're looking to perfect the roast turkey or craft delectable vegetarian/vegan dishes, Barton Seaver's expertise will leave you inspired and well-prepared to make this holiday season a culinary triumph. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your holiday cooking game with the guidance of a true culinary maestro! Barton Seaver is one of the world’s leading sustainable seafood experts and educators. He traded his illustrious career as an award-winning chef leading top seafood restaurants, DC, for traveling the world as an Explorer with the National Geographic Society. Barton translated his experiences into leadership in sustainable seafood innovations, garnering him positions with the United States Culinary Ambassador Corp, the University of New England, the New England Aquarium, and the Harvard School of Public Health. Barton works on initiatives to inform consumers and institutions about how our choices for diet and menus can promote healthier people, resillient ecosystems, more secure food supplies, and thriving communities. An internationally recognized speaker, Barton has delivered lectures, seminars, and demos to a multitude of audiences. He has written seven seafood-centric books, including ⁠⁠For Cod and Country⁠⁠ http://bartonseaver.com/books/american-seafood and ⁠⁠American Seafood⁠⁠ http://bartonseaver.com/books/american-seafood and has contributed to dozens of publications, including Cooking Light, The New York Times, and Saveur, among many others. He has appeared on 60 Minutes, CNN, NPR, 20/20 and the ⁠⁠TED Talk⁠⁠ https://www.ted.com/talks/barton_seaver_sustainable_seafood_let_s_get_smart stage. He is the founder of ⁠⁠Coastal Culinary Academy⁠⁠ http://www.coastalculinaryacademy.com/, a multi-platform initiative that seeks to increase seafood consumption through seafood-specific culinary education for all levels of cooks. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠Rouxbe⁠⁠ https://rouxbe.com/live-events/921.

57m
Nov 20, 2023
Fran Costigan - Thanksgiving Desserts with Essential Vegan Desserts

Learn key vegan pastry and baking techniques to elevate your desserts this Thanksgiving. Chef Fran Costigan, Rouxbe’s Director of Vegan Pastry will offer her top tips from her Essential Vegan Desserts Course for successful desserts. She’ll showcase a variety of holiday desserts that are suitable for all people, whether or not dietary considerations are an issue. From mastering pies and tarts to creating delightful stovetop desserts, Chef Fran’s presentation promises to have something for every dessert enthusiast. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe https://rouxbe.com/live-events/910⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

57m
Nov 17, 2023
Deb Kennedy, PhD - Factors that Influence 'What' and 'How Much' We Eat

At first glance it may seem simple: We eat because we are hungry, food tastes good, we can both access and afford it, and our bodies will seek out or crave the foods that supply nutrients we need. What if I told you that is less true now then it has ever been before? When an individual sits down to eat there are more than 15 motivators at play that influence their food choices.  This presentation explores external influencers, spanning across individual, social, cultural, environmental, and institutional levels that shape individual eating behaviors. These external factors play a vital role in shaping what individuals choose to eat, transcending the simplistic notion that food choices are solely driven by hunger and taste preference. The course provides a holistic understanding of the multifaceted nature of our relationship with food, from personal to societal dimensions. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe⁠ https://rouxbe.com/live-events/912⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

29m
Nov 13, 2023
Char Nolan - Ask Me Anything November 7th

Join Chef Char Nolan in her virtual office as she welcomes all of your questions. 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 tackled all variety of questions! Char Nolan is a serious crusader for plant-based education, armed with a degree in public health from Philadelphia’s Temple University. She teaches nutrition and plant-based cooking throughout Philadelphia, and in many underserved communities. Char holds a certificate in plant-based nutrition from eCornell and completed Rouxbe’s Plant-Based Professional Certification course in 2015. In 2019, Char completed post-graduate course work in social media marketing at the University of the Arts. When she is not cooking or teaching, she manages social media accounts for several plant-based influencers. Char prides herself on learning everything she knows about cooking from growing up in her grandparents’ Italian restaurant. Her favorite vegetables are Brussels sprouts and kale, of course. Char originally hails from Queens, NY, but has lived in Philadelphia most of her adult life. She is a former Peace Corps Volunteer. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://rouxbe.com/live-events/919.

41m
Nov 10, 2023
Eric Wynkoop - Ask Me Anything November 2nd

Join Chef Eric Wynkoop in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a chef, Eric Wynkoop tackled all variety of questions! Eric Wynkoop previously served as a founding faculty member at The International Culinary School, instructor in anthropology at Portland State University, and Senior Instructor at the Le Cordon Bleu program at Western Culinary Institute, in Portland, Oregon. He holds Master’s Degrees in postsecondary education and cultural anthropology, as well as credentials in Ayurveda wellness and cooking. Eric has spent more than twenty years in the food and beverage industry. His experiences include banquet management, catering, personal chef, winery cellar hand, educator, textbook contributor, consultant, and ethnographer. He also brings food and cultural insight from nearly a decade of residence in Japan, studies in Mexico, and research in India as a Fulbright Scholar. After graduating from the University of Oregon with a dual degree in Japanese and Asian Studies, he went on to receive his formal culinary training at Western Culinary Institute, in Portland, Oregon. Eric’s role with Rouxbe is central to enhancing the student experience through quality course content and new course development at Rouxbe. Eric is also the lead instructor in Rouxbe courses, a role which he has enjoyed since 2016. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. https://rouxbe.com/live-events/916

1h 17m
Nov 06, 2023
Fran Costigan & Vesanto Melina - Protein Packed Treats

Explore the world of protein-enriched treats with Chef Fran Costigan and Registered Dietitian Vesanto Melina in an insightful discussion that strikes a harmonious balance between flavor, texture, and nutrition, without compromising your commitment to a healthier lifestyle.  Fran and Vesanto will discuss options for higher protein treats that satisfy. Fran Costigan is internationally renowned as the authority on vegan desserts. Trained at the New York Restaurant School and Natural Gourmet Institute, Fran was a chef in both traditional and vegan pastry kitchens before moving into teaching over 20 years ago. A lifelong chocoholic and long time vegan, Fran’s latest book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Vegan Chocolate: Unapologetically Luscious and Decadent Dairy Free Desserts⁠⁠⁠⁠ http://amzn.to/2j740wb, (Running Press 2013) is for all who madly, deeply love chocolate desserts, whether or not dietary considerations are an issue. Her previous cookbook, ⁠⁠⁠⁠More Great Good Dairy-Free Desserts Naturally⁠⁠⁠⁠ http://amzn.to/2jKIz5W (Book Publishing Company 2006) is the basis of the Costigan Vegan Baking Boot Camp Intensive®. For more information, ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.francostigan.com⁠⁠⁠ http://www.francostigan.com/ Vesanto Melina is a Canadian Registered Dietitian and co-author of books that have become classics in the field of vegetarian, vegan, and raw foods nutrition, have sold almost a million copies in English and are in nine additional languages (Italian, Dutch, Traditional Chinese, Czech, French, Portuguese, Hebrew, Russian and Polish). She has presented talks and workshops on various aspects of vegetarian, vegan and raw foods and nutrition for dietitians, health professionals, and vegetarian associations in 17 American states and 9 Canadian provinces, and in 10 countries (in Europe-Paris, Copenhagen, Aarhus, Dresden, Ghent, Barcelona, Oxford, London, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Venice). Her first book, Becoming Vegetarian https://nutrispeak.com/books, co-authored with Brenda Davis and Victoria Harrison, grew from her classes. It was published in 1993 in Canada, and in the US in 1994. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://rouxbe.com/live-events/907.

1h 7m
Oct 23, 2023
Deb Kennedy, PhD - Kitchen Magic: Transforming Health

Join us for a captivating episode featuring Dr. Deb Kennedy, a distinguished expert in the realm of culinary wellness and teaching kitchens. Dr. Deb’s extensive knowledge and passion for the transformative power of food make her a trusted guide on the journey to better health through the kitchen. In this enlightening event, Dr. Deb will share her insights into harnessing the potential of a kitchen to be a place of learning and transformation, offering practical tips and evidence-based strategies that can empower you and others to make healthier choices without sacrificing taste. During this engaging presentation, you will gain a deeper understanding of what it takes to create a kitchen that promotes health, community and wellbeing. Dr. Deb will explore the science behind creating a teaching kitchen and transforming yours, revealing how simple modifications in your kitchen can lead to significant improvements. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. https://rouxbe.com/live-events/908

26m
Oct 16, 2023
Dan Marek - Ask Me Anything October 3rd

Join Chef Dan Marek in his virtual office as he welcomes all of your questions. 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 tackled all variety of questions! Dan Marek is a chef educator who has been teaching vegan and vegetarian cooking for over 15 years. At Rouxbe, he is our Director of Plant-Based Culinary and Development where he helps develop content, classes and builds courses for many of our partners. Dan is a board member of Slow Food Austin, the Institute of Child Nutrition, and Conscious Capitalism. He has earned his BA in Journalism from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University and holds certificates in Nutrition from Cornell University. Prior to his role with Rouxbe, Dan worked with Whole Kids Foundation training teachers and food service at schools across the country on nutrition and culinary best practices. He also worked as a Healthy Eating Educator at Whole Foods Market’s flagship store in Austin, TX, was a personal chef for some of Austin’s elite business people, taught classes in culinary techniques at Austin Community College, The Natural Epicurean, and Le Cordon Bleu. Dan also regularly volunteers cooking or speaking about nutrition for the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, Marathon Kids, Health Alliance for Austin Musicians, and the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Austin and Central Texas. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe⁠⁠⁠ https://rouxbe.com/live-events/906.

24m
Oct 09, 2023
Dr. Deb Kennedy - The Power of Taste and Flavor in Following a Healthy Diet

Prepare to embark on a flavorful odyssey where science meets culinary delight, as Deb Kennedy, PhD takes the stage to share her wisdom on The Power of Taste and Flavor in Following a Healthy Diet. With her engaging demeanor and depth of knowledge, Dr. Deb will unwrap the science behind taste perception and its direct impact on our dietary habits. Join us, and you will gain a new appreciation for the sensory intricacies that underpin our nutritional choices and learn how to harness the allure of taste to navigate the modern food landscape with consciousness and confidence. From uncovering the magic of umami to highlighting the impact of color, sound and temperature on flavor, this event promises a transformative experience that will empower individuals to forge a harmonious connection between their palates and their pursuit of health. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. https://rouxbe.com/live-events/903

52m
Oct 02, 2023
Char Nolan - Ask Me Anything September 19th

Join Chef Char Nolan in her virtual office as she welcomes all of your questions. 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 tackled all variety of questions! Char Nolan is a serious crusader for plant-based education, armed with a degree in public health from Philadelphia’s Temple University. She teaches nutrition and plant-based cooking throughout Philadelphia, and in many underserved communities. Char holds a certificate in plant-based nutrition from eCornell and completed Rouxbe’s Plant-Based Professional Certification course in 2015. In 2019, Char completed post-graduate course work in social media marketing at the University of the Arts. When she is not cooking or teaching, she manages social media accounts for several plant-based influencers. Char prides herself on learning everything she knows about cooking from growing up in her grandparents’ Italian restaurant. Her favorite vegetables are Brussels sprouts and kale, of course. Char originally hails from Queens, NY, but has lived in Philadelphia most of her adult life. She is a former Peace Corps Volunteer. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe⁠⁠⁠ https://rouxbe.com/live-events/905.

48m
Sep 25, 2023
Fran Costigan - All About Oats

Join renowned plant-based pastry chef Fran Costigan, Rouxbe Director of Vegan Pastry, for a Live Event focused on oats. Oats are not only good for your heart and general health but also a sustainable crop. The event will explore the various forms and uses of oats in vegan treats and beyond. Learn when to use different types of oats, how to make and store fresh oat flour and oat milk. Chef Fran will discuss the question of gluten in this inherently gluten-free crop. Learn when to use which kind of oat, how to make and store fresh oat flour and oat milk. The many benefits of oats, and their ability to enhance the flavor and textures of desserts. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from a master pastry chef and oat aficionado, and elevate your culinary skills while savoring the goodness of oats. You can watch the original video version of this episode on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rouxbe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://rouxbe.com/live-events/902.

57m
Sep 18, 2023