INTEGRATED FUTURISTIC KITCHEN BY ANTOINE LEBRUN
The ‘Kitchen of the Future’ is becoming more of a high-tech hub, laden with state-of-the-art multimedia gadgetry and green features. In 10 years from now, kitchens might make use of […]
DANIEL GOLEMAN TALKS WITH HBR
My article entitled “Go with the Flow” is largely based on a concept that Daniel Goleman talks about in his book; Emotional Intelligence. In this interview with Harvard Business Publishing […]
OCCUPATIONAL STRESS IN THE CHEF PROFESSION
I recently came across this paper entitled ‘Occupational stress in the chef profession’ which is part of the International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management. The following is the synopsis of […]
ROUND KITCHEN UNIT DESIGN
The kitchen is continuing its evolution into a natural part of people’s living areas. Following this trend Designboom held a contest entitled “Kitchen is the heart of the home“, where […]
MODULAR KITCHEN DESIGN
A group of designers; unveiled their creation on modular kitchen design. The kitchen set consists of these awesome features: 1. microwave and electric oven, 2. cool refrigerator, 3. dishwasher, 4. […]
SIX COMMON MISPERCEPTIONS ABOUT TEAMWORK
In his article entitled ‘Six Common Misperceptions about Teamwork’, J. R Hackman – a Professor of Social and Organizational Psychology at Harvard University – brings to light a number of […]
EKOKOOK FUTURISTIC KITCHEN BY FATALZI
If you are dreaming of a modern kitchen that has a complete water and waste management system, look no further! The Ekokook futuristic kitchen by Fatalzi is an innovative shift […]
STRESS MAKES PEOPLE STUPID
“A management consultant once said; stress makes people stupid… when emotionally upset, people cannot remember, attend, learn or make decisions clearly” (Daniel Goleman, Emotional Intelligence, Bloomsbury, 1996). Stress is an […]
GO WITH THE FLOW
Most chefs would find it difficult to agree with a ‘go with the flow’ mentality in the kitchen, as professional kitchens require an organised, structured and well coordinated effort by […]
THE DAILY TEST
The service is a daily test of a chef’s dedication to their work. Organised preparation and self discipline are key to operational success. Mise en place; preparation should be treated […]