Written By Guest Writer Edibles / Food Events / Food Shops Nov 26, 2012 Cook Culture Celebrates Year 2 with an Open House SHARE VIA: Facebook Twitter PinterestLeft: Regan Grieve, center: Bert, right: Jed GrieveVICTORIA My senses were on high alert from the moment I walked through the door and into Cook Culture’s second Birthday Bash, November 10. The spicy scent of curry wafted up my nose and made my taste buds tingle with anticipation. The beautifully appointed kitchen was in full swing, showcasing chef and CBC reporter Khalil Akhtar making the Indian potato dish Vada Pav. Accompanying the potato dumpling on its fresh brioche was a lovely riata – fresh clean and bright with flavour. If that wasn’t enough, the rapt crowd watching the demonstration was able to move from there to the impressive tasting table of specialty chocolate bars, lovingly collected by chef David Mincey. Chef Mincey is so passionate about chocolate that he has his own chocolate cellar, so who better to discuss the nuances of flavours with as they melted in my mouth?! Left: Pots, center: Khalil Akhtar, right: Vada PavSelection of choclates from David MinceyFor the past two years Cook Culture has been providing a unique series of cooking classes and hosting a diverse range of visiting and local chefs. Owner Jed Grieve and his wife Reagan love to cook and see the value in offering great products and tools for every chef, home cook and passionate eater. They are excited about plans for the coming year. They are hoping to open a second store by Christmas 2013 and are scouting possible locations. Along with their colourful array of Emile Henry and Le Creuset, they will be increasing their product inventory by 10% and bringing in the full Vitamix line at competitive prices. They’ll also be carrying a larger selection of knives – and continuing their excellent practice of letting customers test-drive them for fit and function in the show kitchen (while feeling a bit like a celebrity chef). In addition, there are some spectacular prizes to be won, including a Chef Home Invasion worth $2500, by visiting the store and purchasing a $5 ticket in support of the Island Chef Collaborative.—By KIRSTEN TYLER Cook Culture1317 Blanshard St, The Atrium Building , Victoria, BC.Ph: 250 590 8161Mon to Fri: 10 am to 5:30 pm , Saturday: 10:30 am to 5:30 pm , Sun and Holidays: 11:30 am to 4:30 pm ContestsEdiblesshopsVictoria SHARE VIA: Facebook Twitter Pinterest Written By: Guest Writer We get many people writing guest articles for us, as well as past contributors. This is the Guest ... Read More You may also like EAT Magazine News / Food News January 28, 2021 CITY EATS February | March 2021 If you haven’t yet taken advantage of Victoria’s free local delivery program, Downtown Delivers, you have until February 15 to try it ... Read More Food News / Pantry / Review January 28, 2021 Some Like It Hot — A Hot Sauce Tasting Party A Hot Sauce Tasting Party Gillie Easdon gathered 15 local, house-made hot sauces and four brave souls to taste-test them. It was a mid-October, late ... Read More EAT Magazine News / Food News December 7, 2020 EAT’s 2020 Gift Guide EAT’s 2020 Gift Guide. Not just for the holidays! Bolen Books Flavor by Yotam Ottolenghi ($45.00) Cat’s Meow Trivet ($6.95) Book Seat ... Read More EAT Magazine News / Food News November 30, 2020 CITY EATS December 2020 | January 2021 A new bakery has opened in the Leland building at 2506 Douglas St. Working Culture Bread is serving up naturally leavened sourdough breads, as well ... Read More Food / Food News / Restaurants November 30, 2020 Eating Out—At Home Originally published in EAT Oct|Nov issue. Are you missing those romantic date night dinners, a favourite dish from a local chef, the fluffy ... Read More Breads / Food / How to Cook / Recipes November 27, 2020 Rosemary and Feta Potato Loaf A delicious homemade bread is always a welcome treat that can really set the mood for a good day. This is an approachable recipe to bring to holiday ... Read More Comments are closed.
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