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Whenever you work in a consumer driven business, like the restaurant business, first impressions are everything.  Let’s set up a scenario: A new restaurant has opened downtown.  It has been promoting itself as a fine dining restaurant. A young couple goes there on a date, expecting a romantic and upscale dining experience.  They walk into the new establishment and they...

 There is a pretty fierce debate between professional chefs about whether or not it’s worth it for those interested in the culinary field to attend a professional culinary school.  While there is some dissention about where to attend or how much to spend or even if it’s necessary, one thing that they all seem to agree on is that real...

If you have spent any time recently in or around Decatur, GA you may have noticed the presence of some very colorful and whimsical deer statues.  These statues are the city’s way of celebrating and showcasing not only its local artists, but also its points of pride.  One such piece of artwork has been inspired by Chef Art Smith.  The...

  One of the biggest culinary trends in recent years—and one that is continuing to grow exponentially—is the local chef.  The goal is to focus the cuisine on local sustainable ingredients; using local ingredients in haute cuisine and building relationships with local farmers, dairies, aviaries, and vintners.  This culinary philosophy is built around the idea of maintaining a sustainable environment...