The first edition won a prestigious International Association of Culinary Professionals (IACP) Cookbook Award - and the second edition is even better! MODERN GARDE MANGER: A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE, International Edition was written for both the working chef and the serious student engaged in the practice and study of culinary arts. Its carefully researched information and fully tested recipes span the broad international spectrum of the modern garde manger station. Five distinct sections covering seventeen chapters focus on the different aspects of the chef's required knowledge and responsibilities. This second edition includes completely new chapters on the topics of Measurements and Equipment; Modern Techniques in Kitchen Chemistry; and Raw Proteins. There are over five hundred four-color photographs more than 300 of which are new, including many finished plates, platters, showpieces and sequential step-by-steps, plus many additional recipes and expanded content on food show competition, buffet table layouts, buffet platter concepts, ice sculpting procedures and techniques and small plates and samplers. MODERN GARDE MANGER 2E is the most comprehensive book of its kind available for today's student and professional chef.

The leading guide to the professional kitchen's cold food station, now fully revised and updated Garde Manger: The Art and Craft of the Cold Kitchen has been the market's leading textbook for culinary students and a key reference for professional chefs since its original publication in 1999. This new edition improves on the last with the most up-to-date recipes, plating techniques, and flavor profiles being used in the field today. New information on topics like artisanal cheeses, contemporary styles of pickles and vinegars, and contemporary cooking methods has been added to reflect the most current industry trends. And the fourth edition includes hundreds of all-new photographs by award-winning photographer Ben Fink, as well as approximately 450 recipes, more than 100 of which are all-new to this edition. Knowledge of garde manger is an essential part of every culinary student's training, and many of the world's most celebrated chefs started in garde manger as apprentices or cooks. The art of garde manger includes a broad base of culinary skills, from basic cold food preparations to roasting, poaching, simmering, and sautéing meats, fish, poultry, vegetables, and legumes. This comprehensive guide includes detailed information on cold sauces and soups; salads; sandwiches; cured and smoked foods; sausages; terrines, pâtes, galantines, and roulades; cheese; appetizers and hors d'oeuvre; condiments, crackers, and pickles; and buffet development and presentation.

A creative artist essential to country clubs, resort hotels, convention centers, and cruise ships, the Garde Manger (GM) is responsible for presenting sumptuous dishes to guests who expect tasty foods displayed in a visually appealing manner. In addition to artistic and culinary ability, the GM must be a well-organized professional, a departmental leader, and an inspirational trainer of kitchen staff. The job requires the ability to multitask and respond quickly to emergencies. The Working Garde Manger is designed to help students in culinary arts programs cultivate techniques learned in the GM course, enabling them to continue refining their skills as they progress through their careers. Filled with classroom-tested instructions and recipes, this volume walks students through the rigors of preparing all types of dishes within the GM bailiwick. After an introduction to each item, clear, concise recipes follow. Among the food items covered, the book presents focused chapters on hors d’oeuvres, soups, salsas, salads, charcuterie, pâté, mousse, and seasonings. It instructs students on all forms of food preparation, including poaching, sautéing, grilling, baking, braising, and roasting. Chef’s Notes are sprinkled throughout the text, offering additional tips from the author’s lengthy experience in the restaurant industry. The rewarding career of Garde Manger is challenging and it takes years to master the abilities necessary to acquire expertise. This volume will not only help students refine their skills in class, but will also follow them to the kitchen as a professional reference. More information is available on the author's website at http://chefalmeyer.com/. Visit YouTube to see Chef Meyer's techniques and recipes: Turkey Breast Butchery Turkey Breast Truss with Brine, Mirepoix, Bay Leaf, Herb & Lemon Turkey Bone & Tendon Removal with Sautéed Shallots, Garlic, Tarragon & Seasoning Butternut Squash with Dates Charred Ginger & Rosemary Pig Butchery Pig Butchery

A complete guide to volume cooking for restaurants, caterers, hotels, and other large foodservice operations Modern Batch Cookery offers up-to-date information with a focus on healthy cooking, nutrition, and smart menu planning. Preparing healthy, high-quality food in volume is a challenge for even the most experienced foodservice professional. Modern Batch Cookery provides the most contemporary and up-to-the-minute resource on the topic. The recipes are designed to yield 50 servings, and cover every meal part and occasion. Modern Batch Cookery contains more than the plain fare typical of institutional foodservice-these modern, delectable recipes include Gorgonzola and Pear Sandwiches, Tequila-Roasted Oysters, Chesapeake-Style Crab Cakes, and many more. Features more than 200 healthy, nutritious, large-batch recipes Includes chapters on Stocks, Sauces, and Soups; Breakfast and Brunch; Salads, Sandwiches, and Appetizers; EntrŽes; Side Dishes; and Baked Goods and Desserts Provides pertinent information, including conversion charts and a glossary, as well as full-color photos of finished dishes that provide fresh ideas in plating and presentation Covers all the essentials of menu and recipe development Modern Batch Cookery is a comprehensive resource for chefs and foodservice operators working in schools, hospitals, nursing homes, banquet facilities, country clubs, and catering companies.

Maintaining the features that have made Professional Cooking and Professional Baking standouts in the marketplace, Professional Garde Manger presents culinary students and professional working chefs with comprehensive and visual coverage of everything they need to know to master the cold kitchen. This new text on garde manger work provides step-by-step techniques and procedures covering 375 recipes and 400 recipe variations for the garde manger chef. Beautifully illustrated with line drawings and more than 500 new photos, it covers topics ranging from simple salads and hors d'oeuvres to mousellines and charcuterie specialties to careers in the field. This much-awaited text provides a complete look at this specialized area in culinary arts.

How to build extraordinary, memorable, and profitable buffets, from acclaimed experts The ability to plan and execute a successful buffet is an essential skill for foodservice professionals in the rapidly growing realm of catering and special events—whether executed by an independent business or as ancillary services offered by restaurants, hotels, clubs, colleges, and hospitals. Modern Buffet Presentation successfully incorporates the art of buffet and banquet entertaining with tantalizing, current recipes; guidance on plating, garnishing, and arranging; and design concepts and visual appeal. Practical concerns for the professional are thoroughly addressed—from setting price points, selecting proper equipment, and training staff to marketing, communicating with clients, and practicing proper sanitation. Guides to menu planning, including action stations (omelets made to order) and creation stations (sushi bars), help professionals navigate the many possibilities in serving large numbers creatively and effectively. Nearly 200 recipes provide inspiration for buffet foods that delight customers while contributing to the bottom line, and more than 100 color photographs illustrate winning dishes, successful buffet setups, and platter arrangements, as well as provocative centerpieces and displays. Written by a husband and wife team with more than 50 years combined experience in the catering and restaurant business Combines the business of running a catering operation with recipes and menus to provide inspiration