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Whether you’re a private chef or a restaurateur with dozens of restaurants, marketing is essential for a thriving business. Marketing builds brand awareness, generates interest, and persuades people to buy from you. Your marketing strategy has the power to differentiate yourself from competitors, inspire loyalty from customers, and drive revenue. In this guide, we’reFIND OUT MORE |
Author: Judy Tsuei
Support for Maui
Here at Chef Works, our hearts are breaking as we think of our friends, family, and partners on Maui. In response to the recent Maui wildfires, Chef Works is donating $10,000 to help the community heal and rebuild. Our donation will be divided equally between the Hawaii Food & Wine Festival and Central WorldFIND OUT MORE |
September Chef of Chef Works: Janina Garay
For Chef Janina Garay, pastry has always been personal. Her first solo project, Cannella, was inspired by childhood memories of arroz con leche, butter buns, and playing with her cousins on their multi-generational property. Now, Chef Janina (or Nina, for short), is Culinary Director of Be Saha Hospitality Group, the creative visionaries behind some ofFIND OUT MORE |
August Chef of Chef Works: Paula DaSilva
Chef Paula DaSilva is the Director of Culinary and Beverage at the Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale, renowned for her soulful take on farm-to-table cuisine. In this Chef Works exclusive, Chef Paula talks Brazilian cuisine, building a better industry, and the best career advice she’s ever received. Chef Works: Let’s touch on your culinary roots. What’s theFIND OUT MORE |
12 Best Kitchen Tools for Chefs
There are several tools that amateur and professional chefs agree belong on a kitchen essentials list. Keep reading for the top 12 items everyone with serious (and not-so-serious) culinary ambitions should have. 1. A high-quality chef’s knife Of all the things to have in a kitchen, a professional chef’s knife is perhaps the most indispensable.FIND OUT MORE |
5 Best Black Restaurant Pants for Women
Looking for the perfect black pants to wear at work? We’ve rounded up the best women’s styles, designed especially to keep up with restaurant work. From a multifunctional jogger you’ll wear on and off duty, to the classic baggy pants that are considered a kitchen staple, this guide covers everything you need. Jogger 2.0 ReadyFIND OUT MORE |
Get the Look: FX’s “The Bear”
We’ve curated three aprons to help you get the iconic look from FX’s hit series “The Bear.” After you’ve made your pick, channel your inner Carmy with a crisp white tee. Or, opt for a white-collared shirt à la Sydney! (Don’t worry, we have recommendations for that, too.) 1. Butcher Apron from Chef Works ForFIND OUT MORE |
Eco-Warrior Entrepreneur: Miffy Jones on Creating a Planet-First Brand
Ever wondered how to turn your passion into a thriving entrepreneurial venture — while also keeping the planet in mind? Meet Miffy Jones: the owner and founder of Miffy’s Foods, a sustainable baking mix company based in Portland, Oregon. Formerly a film producer for Nike, Miffy contributed to filming campaigns featuring iconic figures like MichaelFIND OUT MORE |
July Chef of Chef Works: Fri Reyes
Meet Fri Reyes: Director of Culinary Services and Executive Chef at Scripps Health in San Diego. Growing up, Fri Reyes always knew two things about himself: one, he wanted to cook professionally; and two, mental health matters. In this Chef Works exclusive, he shares his unique journey through the food world, early influences, the transformativeFIND OUT MORE |
A Closer Look at What Makes Chef Uniforms So Special
Chef uniforms, often called ‘whites,’ hold great significance for both new and experienced chefs. Many chefs never forget the moment they receive their first chef coat, and, even after years in the profession, the magic remains. But what exactly makes chef uniforms so special? Whether you’re a culinary student, an aspiring chef, or restaurateur, readFIND OUT MORE |