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In this edition of Independent Inspector, we'll take you to a Chinese restaurant hidden in a 5-star garden style hotel. Located in Hongqiao area, the East Lake Chinese Restaurant enjoys its unique tranquility among trees and grasses. It has received several state guests since its opening. Without doubt, the environment is first-rate, but how about the food?
What's the best season for hot pot? The answer is-every season!. This week's Independent Inspector will take you to an upscale Cantonese style hot pot spot in town. Follow us as we discover which ingredients will comfort your body... and which will tantalize your taste buds. Is a high end hot pot restaurant really worth the money?
Chinese New Year is just around the corner. Have you picked out the perfect place to gather with family and celebrate that most important of holidays? In this episode, we'll introduce an authentic Chinese restaurant, worthy of hosting a festive new year banquet. How can you fill your belly and eat healthy over the holidays? What is 'Empress Clam'? What food facts will we learn this time around?
This time, we're taking you to a tea banquet to taste some authentic Zhejiang Cuisine. But before we start our feast... let's first take a quick trip to Hangzhou, the origin of Longjing Tea, to learn more about some of China's most famous teas. When we come back for the tea banquet, we'll practically be experts on how tea is connected to the dishes. But what does our undercover expert think about this place?
Any time is a good time to take an "Italian Break", an intense - though short - moment of sheer gastronomic pleasure. In this series I share my passion for the great Italian classics, from my own kitchen near Milan.
1. Penne all'Arrabbiata
2. Involtini di Melanzana
3. Trenette al pesto
4. Baccala alla livornese
5. Aglio, Olio e Peperoncino
6. Scaloppine al Marsala
7. Risotto Gorgonzola
8. Panzanella
9. Tiramisu
10. Calamarata alla Crudaiola
11. Orata all'Acqua Pazza
12. Pollo alla Cacciatora
13. Fusilli al Tonno Fresco
14. Rigatoni alla Carbonara
They all take us on an exclusive journey through the secret and private world of Michelin Starred Chefs. Discover high cuisine at its core, meet accomplished and rising Chefs to share their lives, doubts, thoughts and fears.
Finally a unique and psychological perspective into the world of gastronomy that goes beyond the simple act of cooking.
They all take us on an exclusive journey through the secret and private world of Michelin Starred Chefs. Discover high cuisine at its core, meet accomplished and rising Chefs to share their lives, doubts, thoughts and fears.
Finally a unique and psychological perspective into the world of gastronomy that goes beyond the simple act of cooking.
They all take us on an exclusive journey through the secret and private world of Michelin Starred Chefs. Discover high cuisine at its core, meet accomplished and rising Chefs to share their lives, doubts, thoughts and fears.
Finally a unique and psychological perspective into the world of gastronomy that goes beyond the simple act of cooking.
Paris is no longer the gourmet capital of the world! The world has suddenly discovered that Tokyo is a gourmet's paradise. Outside Tokyo, this was secret outside a tight-knit freemasonry of gluttons. But it burst into the open this year when Tokyo was crowned world's top Michelin three-star city. This film pays tribute to Japanese culinary traditions which have deeply influenced French cuisine. Following a culinary trail through the city, we meet French and Japanese chefs. This savory promenade also pays tribute to Tokyo's electrifying energy and highly refined civilization. We explore the different facets of this fascinating capital as the film captures the flavors and atmospheres from fish markets to sacred temples, from the skyscrapers' top to the subway's undergrounds, night and day.
All over the world French wines are exceptions, especially those of Bordeaux and Burgundy. The owners of these great wines of exception open us the gates to their estate and lead us to meet all those enthusiasts who work in the conception of these great wines. OEnologists, wine storehouse masters, responsible for the vines but also marketing, tell us about the exception of their wine in the wine landscape of France and of the world.
We will be shown the first great vintage wines of Bordeaux: Chateau Margaux, Chateau Haut Brion, Chateau Lafite Rothschild, Chateau Mouton Rothschild, Chateau Cheval Blanc, Chateau Yquem in Bordeaux and from Burgundy: Hospices Civils de Beaune.
Note: Not available in South America and Canada.
DVD (English, French, Color, With English Subtitles) / 2013 / 52 minutes
All over the world French wines are exceptions, especially those of Bordeaux and Burgundy. The owners of these great wines of exception open us the gates to their estate and lead us to meet all those enthusiasts who work in the conception of these great wines. Oenologists, wine storehouse masters, responsible for the vines but also marketing, tell us about the exception of their wine in the wine landscape of France and of the world.
We will be shown the first great vintage wines of Bordeaux: Chateau Margaux, Chateau Haut Brion, Chateau Lafite Rothschild, Chateau Mouton Rothschild, Chateau Cheval Blanc, Chateau Yquem in Bordeaux and from Burgundy: Hospices Civils de Beaune.
Note: Not available in South America and Canada.
DVD (English, French, Color, With English Subtitles) / 2013 / 52 minutes
All over the world French wines are exceptions, especially those of Bordeaux and Burgundy. The owners of these great wines of exception open us the gates to their estate and lead us to meet all those enthusiasts who work in the conception of these great wines. OEnologists, wine storehouse masters, responsible for the vines but also marketing, tell us about the exception of their wine in the wine landscape of France and of the world.
We will be shown the first great vintage wines of Bordeaux: Chateau Margaux, Chateau Haut Brion, Chateau Lafite Rothschild, Chateau Mouton Rothschild, Chateau Cheval Blanc, Chateau Yquem in Bordeaux and from Burgundy: Hospices Civils de Beaune.
Note: Not available in South America and Canada.
DVD (English, French, Color, With English Subtitles) / 2013 / 52 minutes
With the global economy in flux, one sector remains strong. Surprising as it may seem, we are talking about caviar. The world's leading producers are grabbing huge shares of the market thanks to their farm-raised fish. From their labs where the tiny eggs are assembled to the 5-star hotels of Abu Dhabi, from the kitchens of the greatest Parisian chefs, to highly exclusive caviartasting clubs, this film follows, for the first time, the people who have turned caviar into a real business and also into a way of life. This is a trip into an astonishing world, where luxury and gastronomy are but one.
Chef des Chefs is an elite club composed of 40 highly distinguished chefs cooking for the world's most powerful heads of states. Preparing daily meals and sumptuous feasts for special government receptions, they live a life of both privilege and considerable pressure. They are ambassadors of their country's cuisine and have the crucial role to meticulously create an atmosphere that will favor diplomacy and political negotiations. Their challenge is to consistently exhibit the highest standards of gastronomy, including selecting the finest ingredients, creating inventive menus, and delivering flawless service. We delve into the luxurious and mysterious palace of Monaco to meet Christian Garcia, who has been the personal chef of Prince Albert II of Monaco and his family for the past 24 years. This passionate man will go to any length to discover the rarest treasures that will compose the imaginative and delicate dishes required by the royal family. Uncover what happens behind closed doors as Chef Garcia carefully orchestrates a prestigious reception for the President of Croatia with the help of his dedicated 30 person team.
Christmas is right around the corner! In honor of the season, Independent Inspector is going to sweep you off your feet and take you to the perfect place to celebrate the holidays: a restaurant located in a museum!
MOCA is a museum centered upon the idea that art can be found all around us. The fascinating exhibits held there on a regular basis vary widely. As a bonus, those customers who dine in the restaurant get free tickets to visit the museum as well.
In this portrait of Le Cirque founder Sirio Maccioni and his three sons, director Andrew Rossi catches the family at a dramatic transition: the closing of the restaurant in 2004, its celebrated re-opening two years later followed by the nerve-wracking wait for restaurant critics to weigh in on their new incarnation. A must-see for anyone who is passionate about food and dining, this film shows us a family embroiled in the age-old struggle between father, sons, tradition and change.
Review
"Terrific access...Maccioni is a delight to watch. It makes for great theater." - The New York Times
A Matter of Taste follows talented young chef Paul Liebrandt for over a decade, revealing his creative process in the kitchen as well as the extreme dedication it takes to be a successful culinary artist in the cutthroat world of haute cuisine.
Review
"Exhilarating! Demonstrates how much body and soul go into a good restaurant. There's some juicy insider stuff here...foodies will love it." - The Globe and Mail
Award
WINNER! James Beard Award , Best Documentary or Special
Focusing on nine Michelin starred chefs from three continents, Three Stars depicts the everyday drama of life in gourmet restaurants and includes exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes access to some of the world's most talented chefs as they work in their gastronomic laboratories, hunt for exquisite ingredients in local markets, and gather rare edible plants along rough coastlines. It reveals the business of cooking on the highest level and highlights the various kitchen routines and culinary philosophies of chefs like Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Yannick Alleno, and Olivier Roellinger
DVD-R (English, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish, With English Subtitles) / 2011 / 94 minutes
All over the world French wines are exceptions, especially those of Bordeaux and Burgundy. The owners of these great wines of exception open us the gates to their estate and lead us to meet all those enthusiasts who work in the conception of these great wines. Oenologists, wine storehouse masters, responsible for the vines but also marketing, tell us about the exception of their wine in the wine landscape of France and of the world.
We will be shown the first great vintage wines of Bordeaux: Chateau Margaux, Chateau Haut Brion, Chateau Lafite Rothschild, Chateau Mouton Rothschild, Chateau Cheval Blanc, Chateau Yquem in Bordeaux and from Burgundy: Hospices Civils de Beaune.
Note: Not available in South America and Canada.
DVD (English, French, Color, With English Subtitles) / 2010 / 52 minutes
All over the world French wines are exceptions, especially those of Bordeaux and Burgundy. The owners of these great wines of exception open us the gates to their estate and lead us to meet all those enthusiasts who work in the conception of these great wines. Oenologists, wine storehouse masters, responsible for the vines but also marketing, tell us about the exception of their wine in the wine landscape of France and of the world.
We will be shown the first great vintage wines of Bordeaux: Chateau Margaux, Chateau Haut Brion, Chateau Lafite Rothschild, Chateau Mouton Rothschild, Chateau Cheval Blanc, Chateau Yquem in Bordeaux and from Burgundy: Hospices Civils de Beaune
Note: Not available in South America and Canada.
DVD (English, French, Color, With English Subtitles) / 2010 / 52 minutes
All over the world French wines are exceptions, especially those of Bordeaux and Burgundy. The owners of these great wines of exception open us the gates to their estate and lead us to meet all those enthusiasts who work in the conception of these great wines. Oenologists, wine storehouse masters, responsible for the vines but also marketing, tell us about the exception of their wine in the wine landscape of France and of the world.
We will be shown the first great vintage wines of Bordeaux: Chateau Margaux, Chateau Haut Brion, Chateau Lafite Rothschild, Chateau Mouton Rothschild, Chateau Cheval Blanc, Chateau Yquem in Bordeaux and from Burgundy: Hospices Civils de Beaune.
Note: Not available in South America and Canada.
DVD (English, French, Color, With English Subtitles) / 2010 / 52 minutes
Star of the Croisette, Jacques Chibois, has been at the Bastide Saint-Antoine in Grasse, the fragrance capital of the world' since 1996. A friend to all chefs, this native of Limousin has become the high priest' of olive oil and the gastronomy of Provence.
Molecular gastronomy is a hot topic burning up the culinary world. As with any controversy, the Rubinos are hooked by opposing views coming in from gastronomic purists and hypermodern cooks alike. The only way to really get to the heart of the matter is to jump right in. A fresh approach to demystifying the old school vs. new school battle leads the Rubinos to some of America's leaders in culinary science. In the end, only ones palette can be the true judge of any culinary creation and an expert panel is called in to assess the validity of the food science movement or to make it history.
Restaurant Richard Coutanceau
CHARENTE - La Rochelle, FRANCE
The name Coutanceau belongs to a dynasty in La Rochelle: Richard the father and his two sons, Christopher and Gregory, are the uncontested stars of local gastronomy. The garden produces Richard Coutanceau's inspiration while his storehouse is the Atlantic Ocean, to which his cuisine pays spectacular homage, day after day.
Located between Grasse and Cannes, Mougins is the city of artists where Picasso spent his final days. It is here that the legendary Roger Verge converted an old windmill into a mecca of world-class gastronomy and a museum of the great friends: Folon and others.