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Healthy, Green Cuisine - Nov 1st, 2009

Chef2Chef : C2C TWITTER CHAT START:: Healthy, Green Cuisine #chef2chef
5:02 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : We're set to get started! Sorry for the late notice; I've been sick all week. :( #chef2chef
5:02 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : @mikiscooking Thanks! I feel better than my husband right about now. #chef2chef
5:05 pm Nov 01st 2009
SwankyPoe : So sorry you're sick! #chef2chef
5:05 pm Nov 01st 2009
CrudeFood : Guess that inspired the healthy food topic? #chef2chef
5:06 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : @SwankyPoe TY! #chef2chef
5:06 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : @CrudeFood Yep! I was thinking food + immunity, but that has less of a resto application for our chefs. #chef2chef #veg
5:07 pm Nov 01st 2009
HaleyAFontenot : you should try my healing soup on courageouscook.com #chef2chef
5:09 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : I'm not sure if chefs are in attendance tonight, but I was curious whether customers are demanding healthier fare. #chef2chef #food #chefs
5:09 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : When I go out, I like to splurge, but I've recently gone #veg for health reasons and I'm finding it more difficult to eat out. #chef2chef
5:10 pm Nov 01st 2009
SwankyPoe : I should check that out! RT @HaleyAFontenot: you should try my healing soup on courageouscook.com #chef2chef #chef2chef
5:10 pm Nov 01st 2009
SwankyPoe : Yay for #veg! I felt great when I was able to keep it up. #chef2chef
5:11 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : I should clarify that several on the C2C staff are pure carnivores (well, practically) #chef2chef #food #chefs
5:12 pm Nov 01st 2009
CrudeFood : @Chef2Chef I'm not a chef, but I'm a picky customer. #chef2chef
5:12 pm Nov 01st 2009
HaleyAFontenot : @SwankyPoe Yeah! it's delicious and really good for you. Almost veg, could just sub vegetable stock for the beef #chef2chef #veg
5:12 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : I've noticed more chefs are practicing slow food principles, serving whole/healthy foods, etc. #chef2chef
5:13 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : @HaleyAFontenot Oh gosh--I missed your first tweet. I was begging for soup recipes a couple of days ago! TY #chef2chef
5:14 pm Nov 01st 2009
HaleyAFontenot : I'm not a chef yet, I start culinary school in a week and a half tho =) #chef2chef
5:14 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : @HaleyAFontenot Are you a c-student? If so, we run a number of chats for students. We also feature student blogs on our site. #chef2chef
5:15 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : @CrudeFood I hear you! #chef2chef
5:15 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : @HaleyAFontenot N/m! I see you attend LCB--we work very closely with them. Great school. TY for sharing your site #chef2chef
5:16 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : @HaleyAFontenot Very good timing! It seems everyone is sick. #chef2chef #food #chefs
5:17 pm Nov 01st 2009
SwankyPoe : @HaleyAFontenot Do you specialize in healthy food? #food #gfree #veg #chef2chef
5:17 pm Nov 01st 2009
CrudeFood : @chef2chef Yes, sickies all around. #chef2chef
5:18 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : Here's another great soup for when you're feeling under the weather: http://bit.ly/1F3XJb #chef2chef #flu #recipes #moms #chefs #food
5:19 pm Nov 01st 2009
HaleyAFontenot : @SwankyPoe not specialized but I lost about 50 lbs last year mostly by switching 2 a healthy diet; i'm all 4 it #food #gfree #veg #chef2chef
5:20 pm Nov 01st 2009
SwankyPoe : @chef2chef You all should do another slow food chat (on the topic of green cuisine). #chef2chef
5:21 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : I know part of eating healthy is eating whole foods with a conscience (local farms, organic or low spray, etc.) #chef2chef
5:22 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : That's always been a big topic with our chats (slow food, knowing your ingredients, fresh foods) #chef2chef
5:23 pm Nov 01st 2009
CrudeFood : @Chef2Chef Do culinary schools focus on that? #chef2chef #chef2chef
5:24 pm Nov 01st 2009
CrudeFood : I'd have no idea where to start. #chef2chef #chef2chef
5:24 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : I wonder if the economy is affecting chefs' ability to access higher quality foods for an affordable price. #chef2chef #food #chefs
5:25 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : Or families, for that matter! It's not as easy to eat well when pinching pennies. #chef2chef #chefs #food #moms
5:26 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : That's why buying in bulk, checking out farmers' markets (when in season), or OAMC are so great #chef2chef #moms #food #recipes
5:27 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : @HaleyAFontenot Does your community have a food program w/ a fresh veggie option? (con't) #chef2chef
5:29 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : @HaleyAFontenot We have local co-ops that'll give you a huge box of produce each week for $30/month. #chef2chef
5:29 pm Nov 01st 2009
HaleyAFontenot : when I can't afford fresh veg I still try to eat frozen or canned. not as healthy, but on the right track #chef2chef #food
5:29 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : @HaleyAFontenot I have zucchini, potatoes, and tomatoes all from local farms sitting in the kitchen. ;) #chef2chef
5:30 pm Nov 01st 2009
CrudeFood : @HaleyAFontenot Frozen is actually very healthy! Though not as fun for a budding chef. :o) #chef2chef
5:31 pm Nov 01st 2009
HaleyAFontenot : @Chef2Chef hmmm I'll have to look into the co-ops. sounds like something Austin would have #chef2chef
5:31 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : @HaleyAFontenot Sort of OT for our topic, but what type of cuisine are you most interested in studying? #chef2chef #chefs
5:32 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : @HaleyAFontenot /checking out our page! #chef2chef
5:32 pm Nov 01st 2009
SwankyPoe : @HaleyAFontenot @CrudeFood Nothing is as fun as working with fresh. #chef2chef
5:34 pm Nov 01st 2009
SwankyPoe : @HaleyAFontenot Culinary school rocks b/c you get your hands on stuff you c-students can't afford to eat. :) #chefs #food #recipe #chef2chef
5:34 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : RT @SwankyPoe: Culinary school rocks b/c you get your hands on stuff you c-students can't afford to eat. :) #chefs #food #recipe #chef2chef
5:35 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : @SwankyPoe You mean you don't take a series on Ramen? #chef2chef
5:35 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : @HaleyAFontenot You should check out @dawnviola - Food writer, culinary student, featured on FoodTV for her pies #chef2chef
5:37 pm Nov 01st 2009
SwankyPoe : @HaleyAFontenot LCB is a great program. #chef2chef
5:38 pm Nov 01st 2009
HaleyAFontenot : @Chef2Chef yeah i read @dawnviola blog on Chef2chef! we are in a similar sitchuation I am a web developer switching to culinary #chef2chef
5:39 pm Nov 01st 2009
CrudeFood : @chef2chef Do you have tips for eating healthy when you are broke? Culinary student or not! #chefs #food #moms #chef2chef
5:39 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : @CrudeFood I have a site I use for finding food deals--will DM you. #chef2chef #moms #food #chefs
5:41 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : @CrudeFood Other than that, learning how to preserve produce when in season can help a lot. #chef2chef #moms #food #cooking
5:41 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : @CrudeFood Also buying lower cost cuts of meat and using your crock pot. #chef2chef #moms #food #cooking
5:42 pm Nov 01st 2009
HaleyAFontenot : @Chef2Chef when school starts I'll be working 30hrs/wk and night school every mon-fri. any tips on keeping my energy up? #chef2chef #food
5:44 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : @HaleyAFontenot I remember those days! Eating throughout the day, portable protein snacks (nuts, crackers w/ almond butter, etc) #chef2chef
5:45 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : @HaleyAFontenot And coffee. Lots of coffee. lol #chef2chef
5:45 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : @HaleyAFontenot It may be cheating, but it works... for a bit. ;) #chef2chef
5:46 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : @HaleyAFontenot I think a thermos of your soup would be great! #chef2chef
5:46 pm Nov 01st 2009
SwankyPoe : @HaleyAFontenot Wow! You're a busy woman. #chef2chef
5:46 pm Nov 01st 2009
CrudeFood : Whatever the question, coffee is always the answer. #coffee #chef2chef
5:47 pm Nov 01st 2009
HaleyAFontenot : @Chef2Chef a thermos is a great idea!!! I could make a big batch and freeze indiv. portions! awesome! #chef2chef
5:47 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : So true! RT @CrudeFood: Whatever the question, coffee is always the answer. #coffee #chef2chef
5:48 pm Nov 01st 2009
HaleyAFontenot : @SwankyPoe Yep, i'm pretty nervous about it...but it will be worth it. I'll be much happier #chef2chef
5:48 pm Nov 01st 2009
HaleyAFontenot : @CrudeFood oh man, i can't start the day without it. Trying to keep under 3 cups/day will be hard #coffee #chef2chef
5:49 pm Nov 01st 2009
SwankyPoe : @HaleyAFontenot TY for sending your site. I'm always looking for inspiration. #chef2chef
5:49 pm Nov 01st 2009
CrudeFood : @chef2chef - Well... coffee or liquor. #chef2chef #chef2chef
5:49 pm Nov 01st 2009
SwankyPoe : @HaleyAFontenot You won't regret it. LCB is expensive, but respected. You'll have a lot of fun and be marketable when you're done #chef2chef
5:51 pm Nov 01st 2009
HaleyAFontenot : @SwankyPoe No prob. just got it up and running, but I'm going to try to post weekly. writing is like a release of emotion #chef2chef
5:51 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : @CrudeFood Or sugar, or chocolate.... Heck, a mocha irish coffee and you're set. #chef2chef
5:52 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : We've only got about 5 minutes left (time flies!). I think people are still recovering from Halloween. Any ?s or thoughts? #chef2chef
5:53 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : @HaleyAFontenot Food writing is a perfect fit for your skills set (web dev + c-school). Looking forward to your work. #chef2chef
5:53 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : For those following us but not the chat, check out: http://courageouscook.com #chef2chef
5:54 pm Nov 01st 2009
HaleyAFontenot : @Chef2Chef Yeah, my first degree is in Journalism. I'm pretty happy with the combination of the 3 #chef2chef
5:55 pm Nov 01st 2009
SwankyPoe : RT @Chef2Chef: For those following us but not the chat, check out: http://courageouscook.com #chef2chef #chef2chef
5:55 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : @HaleyAFontenot We have a lot in common. ;) Good luck with everything. #chef2chef
5:56 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : Just a quick note: We'll likely be moving these chats to Monday at 8 EST very soon. We hope you all can join us! #chef2chef
5:57 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : Will let you all know more when I do. #chef2chef
5:57 pm Nov 01st 2009
HaleyAFontenot : @Chef2Chef thanks!! :D #chef2chef
5:58 pm Nov 01st 2009
CrudeFood : @HaleyAFontenot Reporters don't make any money anyway. Of course neither do chefs (j/k. sort of) #chef2chef
5:58 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : Thanks so much for swinging by everyone! I know it's a slow night following Halloween. I hope to see you again soon! #chef2chef
6:00 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : I think our next topic is street food, but I'll keep you posted. #chef2chef
6:00 pm Nov 01st 2009
CrudeFood : @chef2chef Night #chef2chef
6:01 pm Nov 01st 2009
SwankyPoe : Feel better! Goodnight! #chef2chef
6:01 pm Nov 01st 2009
HaleyAFontenot : @Chef2Chef Enjoyed the chat! I'm gonna go make some cookies now :) #chef2chef
6:01 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : RT @CIAalum92: Green is $$ but I find the farmers mkt to help. I ..buy house brands that have been taste tested by my wife and I. #chef2chef
6:02 pm Nov 01st 2009
Chef2Chef : C2C TWITTER CHAT END :: Healthy, Green Cuisine #chef2chef
6:03 pm Nov 01st 2009
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