#031 How Many Watermelons?

Send us a text   In this episode of Whip Cream Salmon, hosts Ronnie and Brian discuss their weekly routines, the recovery of Brian's dog, and exciting travel plans to Mexico. They share their thoughts on cultural experiences, particularly in sports, and reminisce about their favorite ballpark foods. In this engaging conversation, Ronnie and Brian explore various culinary topics, from the surprising quality of gas station food to their recent cooking adventures, including Chicken Francese and Tonkatsu. They delve into the intricacies of sauces, particularly Beurre Monté, and share experiences with Golden Curry. The discussion shifts to the exciting process of building a new kitchen and the challenges of menu development, highlighting the importance of creating appealing offerings for customers. In this engaging conversation, Brian and Ronnie explore various aspects of kitchen life, from the joy of tortillas to the challenges of catering for large events. They share humorous anecdotes about busy kitchen days, the use of technology in food preparation, and the importance of understanding food quantities. The discussion also touches on innovative kitchen tools and cooking tips, particularly regarding garlic usage. The episode concludes with light-hearted banter and a reminder to stay creamy.Chapters00:00 Welcome to Whip Cream Salmon06:11 A Pup's Recovery Journey09:39 Exciting Mexico Trip Plans15:30 Cultural Sporting Events20:58 Ballpark Food Favorites21:12 Gas Station Gourmet: A Culinary Journey23:01 Cooking Adventures: Chicken Francese and Tonkatsu27:47 Exploring Sauces: The Art of Beurre Monté30:15 Curry and Comfort: Golden Curry Experiences35:08 Kitchen Construction: Building a New Culinary Space40:12 Menu Development: Crafting the Perfect Offerings47:44 The Joy of Tortillas and Soba Salad Performance48:33 A Busy Day in the Kitchen51:54 Planning for a Massive Catering Event52:55 Using Technology for Catering Calculations54:31 Preparing for a Fruitful Challenge59:02 Navigating Catering Quantities and Expectations01:00:01 Idiot Sandwich Stories from the Kitchen01:06:08 Innovative Kitchen Tools and TipsWhat We DrankRonnie - Red Oak Brewing Co. - Red Oak Amber LagerBrian - Allagash Brewing Co. - Ski House Winter White AleKatsudon - Katsu-ish dish I was trying to rememberButter Crock on AmazonSTAY CREAMY