The Back of House Issue

Issue Date for archive
May/June 2023

Layering Funk With Housemade Prahok at Chicago’s Khmai Cambodian Fine Dining

Photo: Khmai

Fruits, Vegetables, and More Take an Alkaline Dip

Caroline Hatchett

Alkaline Power: Transforming More than Corn with Lime and Ash

Bartenders Weigh the Technical Merits of Stirring vs. Shaking Dirty Martinis

Photo: Adrian Gaut
Caroline Hatchett

Sean Brock Gives Grits An Upgrade With Heirloom Corn and Sorghum-Cured Egg

Photo: Colby Rasavong

To Shake or Stir Your Dirty Martini?

Chip Wade and Sam Fox Share Lessons on the Lead Up to a Restaurant Opening

PHOTO: RASHIDA ZAGON and AUTHOR & EDIT HOSPITALITY
Liz Grossman

Freshwater Eel Gets a Hit of Fire and Bone Marrow at Sushi By Scratch Restaurants

Photo: Suzi Pratt Photos

Three Chefs Talk Technique, Timing, and Tips to Pull Off Paella On Your Menu

Photo: Cecile Michaelis
Liz Grossman

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