Flavors + Knowledge with Chef Walter

LESSON ON GORGONZOLA CHEESE

This episode of Flavors and Knowledge, offers a tutorial on the richness and complexity of Gorgonzola, one of the many Italian produced cheeses, used and loved by everyone. For recipes, suggestions, and cooking classes please visit HERE

HOW PASTA WAS DRIED IN ANCIENT TIMES

This episode of Flavors and Knowledge explains the drying process of pasta during times. From the invention of the "lagana"...which is today's the form of lasagna. For recipes, suggestions, and cooking tips from the chef, as well as our cooking school calendar visit HERE

WHAT IS THE ITALIAN SOUNDING FEVER

This episode of Flavors and Knowledge focuses on the counterfeit acts of many nations (primarily USA and Canada), in the production of fake Italian food products, utilizing immoral practices to confuse the consumers into thinking that those products are in fact MADE IN ITALY.
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EASTER IN ITALY AT GLANCE

In this segment of F&K, Chef Walter explain some of the rituals of this very important holiday. From food to activities, Easter is a very special day for all. Recipes on this podcast are always available HERE

BRIEF HISTORY OF TOMATO

This episode of Flavors and Knowledge focuses on the history of tomato, from the Aztecs to recent time. A brief overview of one of the most beloved fruit.....or vegetable, popularized by everyone and in every culture. F & K is sponsored by Chef Walters Cooking School.

YOU MAY WANT TO LISTEN TO THIS......

This episode of Flavors & Knowledge analyze the 10 most-toxic ingredients found in food today throughout the food chain from manufacturers to consumer. It's truly amazing on how much junk resides in packaging today and its also striking the notion that out FDA allows so many extra and unwanted ingredients.....banned in most industrialized countries in the world.

FOOD WASTE IN AMERICA

This episode of Flavors and Knowledge offers an overview on the food we currently waste in the USA. Chef Walter indicates some useful suggestion on how to prevent from spending too much and waste unnecessary foods through your daily routine. A topic of primary importance, because of all the sector through the food chain associated with the practice, which results in a huge economic loss all around.

THE UNTOLD STORY OF TIRAMISU

In this episode Chef Walter focuses on Tiramisu the legendary Italian creamy dessert, popular throughout the world. A sweet of humble and simple beginning has practically revolutionized the palates of many followers, because of its taste and simplicity. Also an overview on the savoiardo the actual cookie used in the making process.

WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT SALT

This episode of flavors and knowledge focuses on salts and their attributes. From formation to utilization salt represent a vital ingredient in our body and of course in many useful applications with food being the most important. Chef Walter offers insights on 5 of the most widely used salts in North America.

WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT NUTELLA?

This episode of flavors and knowledge focuses on Nutella the Italian hazelnut spread created in Italy after the World War II and now a craze in the American Marketplace. Look into the ingredients and the delicious obsessive taste.