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Masala Croissant — Indian Spice Meets

November 4, 2026 by Chef Giriraj
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Discover the fusion of Indian spice and French croissant lamination. Giri reveals how to layer garam masala, cumin, and chili into butter sheets.

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Panna Cotta Variations — Italian Dessert

November 4, 2026November 4, 2026 by Chef Giriraj
Three Italian panna cotta variations on dark slate — vanilla with berry coulis, chocolate caramel and mango passion fruit fine dining presentation

Master panna cotta variations and understand how chefs control texture through gelatin ratios. Giri reveals the precision that separates amateur from excellent.

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Osso Buco — Italian Braised Veal That Hotel

November 4, 2026November 4, 2026 by Chef Giriraj
Classic osso buco braised veal shank with gremolata and rich tomato saffron sauce served in deep white bowl fine dining style

Master osso buco with the braising technique used in top Italian hotel kitchens. Giri reveals why low heat and time create impossible tenderness.

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Tiramisu Science — Why Some Versions Are Soggy

November 4, 2026November 4, 2026 by Chef Giriraj
Classic Italian tiramisu with mascarpone cream layers, coffee-soaked ladyfingers dusted with cocoa powder

Discover why tiramisu gets soggy and how to achieve the perfect texture. Giri reveals the moisture science that separates amateur from excellent.

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Risotto al Tartufo — The Creamy Rice Dish

November 4, 2026November 4, 2026 by Chef Giriraj
Luxurious truffle risotto in wide white bowl with freshly shaved black truffle on top and creamy parmesan texture

Master the art of risotto al tartufo with Giri’s insider secrets from Italian hotel kitchens. Learn why constant stirring and timing create magic.

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Pasta Carbonara — Why Yours Breaks

November 4, 2026November 4, 2026 by Chef Giriraj
Perfect spaghetti carbonara with glossy egg yolk sauce pancetta freshly grated pecorino romano and cracked black pepper on white plate

Learn the science behind why pasta carbonara breaks. Discover Giri’s hotel kitchen secrets to perfect creamy sauce every single time.

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🍳 Pro Tip: Physalis garnish trick: peel the papery husk back gently (don’t tear), twist …

October 29, 2026October 28, 2026 by Chef Giriraj
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Physalis garnish trick: peel the papery husk back gently (don’t tear), twist each leaf backward, and the fruit sits inside like a flower. Dip the tips

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📸 Red-orange mirror glaze vibrating with color

October 29, 2026October 28, 2026 by Chef Giriraj
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Red-orange mirror glaze vibrating with color. Halved strawberries, whole raspberries, blackberry clusters, a cherry crown, golden physalis standing ta

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🍳 Pro Tip: Powdered sugar dusting height matters: dust from 40-50cm above for an even, s…

October 29, 2026October 28, 2026 by Chef Giriraj
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Powdered sugar dusting height matters: dust from 40-50cm above for an even, snow-like effect. Too close = clumps. Use a fine-mesh sieve and TAP the si

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📸 Looking down into the forest

October 29, 2026October 28, 2026 by Chef Giriraj
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Looking down into the forest. Chocolate curls, shards, and cigarillos piled like fallen timber. Powdered sugar drifting over everything. Raspberries a

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🍳 Pro Tip: Blue sugar filigree: cook isomalt to 170°C, add blue gel color, drizzle onto …

October 29, 2026October 28, 2026 by Chef Giriraj
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Blue sugar filigree: cook isomalt to 170°C, add blue gel color, drizzle onto silicone mat in a random pattern, lift while still warm (10 sec window) a

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📸 Dark chocolate collar cake with cocoa-dusted curls, red currants like tiny ru…

October 29, 2026October 28, 2026 by Chef Giriraj
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Dark chocolate collar cake with cocoa-dusted curls, red currants like tiny rubies, golden physalis, blue lace sugar filigree — all standing in the sha

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