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Rising Stars: Rory Hermann

Posted on March 26, 2010 by Kiki Maraschino

Can’t forget the finishing touch! Rory Hermann of Bouchon Bistro and I have bumped into each other a few times in the past – once in the kitchen of Bouchon during their grand opening with our good friend Larry King, … Continue reading →

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Rising Stars: Michael Voltaggio

Posted on March 23, 2010 by Kiki Maraschino

Michael Voltaggio pulled a last minute switcheroo on us at Rising Stars. The menu described “Langoustine and mushroom Lasagne with Porcini Cracker and Fennel Pollen”. We’re cooking with pollen now? We couldn’t complain about the replacement dish though, “Wagyu short … Continue reading →

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Star Chef’s Rising Stars: Kuniko Yagi

Posted on March 22, 2010 by Kiki Maraschino

Star Chefs is an industry magazine for chefs. They hold The Rising Stars events in major cities, like this event for LA/San Diego, though it was pretty LA-focused. The chefs are chosen by their peers, last year’s winners and even … Continue reading →

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