TIDBITS FROM CHEF CARRIE
What is one misconception about food that you’ve always wanted to set right?
That fat is bad for you! People are so scared of the word ‘fat’ that it will send them spiralling! Whole foods contain good fats. Eat your avocados, eat your salmon, and drink your whole milk. Don’t buy into ‘low-fat’ or ‘fat-free’ which is laden with lots of flavour enhancers which are bad for you.
What are some pet peeves that you can’t stand in the kitchen?
I cannot stand a messy kitchen! Mise en place is a must for me. This is critical in running a kitchen. I always encourage new cooks to understand this. If your mise en place is done, you will have a smooth flow during service.
How do you test the quality of your ingredients?
Simply by using the sense of smell, sight, taste and touch which is utilised in my kitchen. I teach all the members in my team on how to use their senses when inspecting ingredients.