Leigh Kunkel

2 weeks ago | getflavor.com | Leigh Kunkel

Like many great culinary traditions, confit—the process of cooking something low and slow in fat and salt—comes from France. The word means “preserved” in French, and that’s exactly how the technique came about: Before refrigeration, medieval French hunters used the confit method to extend the life of their ingredients, particularly game birds like duck. The layer of fat prevents bacterial growth and, as a bonus, makes the meat incredibly tender and flavorful.

Nov 12, 2024 | getflavor.com | Leigh Kunkel

The time for comfort food has arrived, and few can rival a warm, melty grilled cheese sandwich. While the basic formula of white bread and American cheese remains beloved, this humble handheld boasts much broader potential. “The grilled cheese is a culinary chameleon,” explains Danni Eickenhorst, CEO of HuSTL Hospitality Group, which owns Steve’s Meltdown in St. Louis.

Oct 15, 2024 | getflavor.com | Leigh Kunkel

The beautiful thing about pasta is its seemingly impossible marriage of simplicity and complexity. Its relatively neutral flavor makes it the perfect base for other ingredients to shine, while providing infinite opportunities for variation through texture, shape and technique. And despite a millennium of history, pasta still offers room for innovation: a new shape hit the market as recently as 2021.

Sep 3, 2024 | americanlibrariesmagazine.org | Leigh Kunkel

With Gen Z in its higher-education years and Gen Alpha fast approaching, academic libraries are seeking ways to reach tech-savvy students. “College students, being digital natives, are more inclined to engage with technology-driven learning tools,” says Yingqi Tang, distance education and electronic resources manager at Jacksonville (Ala.) State University’s (JSU) Houston Cole Library. That’s a major reason many institutions are using augmented reality (AR) to connect with students.

Aug 5, 2024 | getflavor.com | Leigh Kunkel

Once the province of fast-food spots and greasy spoons, burgers have made their way to center stage everywhere from national chains to Michelin-starred kitchens. And perhaps as a gentle pushback against the clean eating trend of the last few years, many chefs are taking their burgers over the top in inspiring––and deliciously messy––ways. From surprising sauces to piled-high toppings to creative cheeses, there are countless ways to shake up the humble hamburger. Here are a few of our favorites.