I just finished reading Jacques Pepin’s autobiography "The Apprentice My Life in the Kitchen" and it was a jolly good read and I thought I would mention it for those interested in a really interesting picture on what it was... (0 replies, last updated by joelm October 31, 2007)

I’m thinking of purchasing Crust and Crumb by Peter Reinhart and already own The Bread Baker’s Apprentice. I have made a few recipes from BBA and have always had success with them all. Anyone out there own both BBA... (3 replies, last updated by instantnoodle October 16, 2009)

Like everyone on here i love to cook, but i am a newbie, and im looking to learn, so i would like everyone to name drop please list a few great chefs you would love to apprentice under if you could have this wish, or a few... (8 replies, last updated by dkenworthy June 6, 2008)

The focaccia recipe you link to is similar in technique but the list of ingredients differs slightly from the recipe given in Apprentice. Here are the Apprentice ingredients: Makes one 17 by 12-inch focaccia 5 cups (22.5 ounces)... (18 replies, last updated by chowser August 28, 2007)

I read about this book on other posts on this board and borrowed it from the library. I like the clarity of his instructions and the photos, but am concerned that recipes call for odd amounts like 1 1/3 tsp. of salt, as there is... (4 replies, last updated by Velda Mae December 8, 2006)

(Formatted with All Pictures here: http://exilekiss.blogspot.com/2008/07/apprentice-of-japanese-haute-cuisine.html) While Sushi continues to dominate in popularity around the world, one of the most respected cuisines in Japan... (1 reply, last updated by exilekiss July 19, 2008)

Any suggestions for a decent meal and listening to live music? Something similar to Alleycatz’s price point. Downtown, Uptown, North York preferably. TIA. (0 replies, last updated by Apprentice April 27, 2009)

Does anyone know if Chef Riley has found a “new home” in Toronto yet? (1 reply, last updated by cynalan January 6, 2009)

Is this is readily available in Toronto? Also is it artificial like truffle oil? (2 replies, last updated by midnite247 November 24, 2007)

Does anyone have recommendations for good quality canned sardines and other fish/seafood from Portugal/Spain? (3 replies, last updated by Apprentice March 12, 2009)

Hi All...are there any restaurants that specialize in or at least serve a few dishes from the Basque region? (4 replies, last updated by Apprentice April 29, 2008)

There was a restaurant Accolade in the Intercontinental Hotel (connected to the Metro Convention Centre). At one point they started serving blind tasting menu only; circa 2001? Anyone remember who the chef was at that time? (4 replies, last updated by Apprentice April 20, 2008)

Hey Chowhounders! I’m going to Sun Star, Leslie/Finch, for dinner with my family of 9 people. What dishes do you recommend? Seafood dishes and dishes with good wok-hay are especially welcomed. Thanks! (1 reply, last updated by Apprentice June 10, 2009)

Did anyone have an opportunity to taste their 2006 release? Any opinions? I’m wondering if they can “compete” with their 05’s. I noticed they raised their prices for 06. (5 replies, last updated by Matthew Sullivan November 11, 2008)

hi any recent visits to chez laurent on yonge near sheppard..... (1 reply, last updated by Apprentice February 12, 2008)