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Ex-Restaurant Pro Giving Free Food Advice

I used to run around kitchens, not knowing if I’d end up covered in flour or putting out a fryer fire. Four decades later, I’ve done it all—dish pit to HR, menu hacks to leadership fails. My claim to fame? Surviving every restaurant disaster you can imagine (and a few you can’t). For the last 15 years, I’ve been the person folks call when their food costs explode or their staff wants to mutiny. I’ve made enough mistakes for a small army, so maybe you don’t have to. I’m not selling anything. No masterclass, no e-book, just free advice for anyone in the food game who needs it. Got a question about running a smoother kitchen, boosting sales, or just surviving another dinner rush? Ask away. If I don’t know, I probably know someone who does. Let’s make the industry a little less chaotic—together. #restaurantlife #foodindustry #kitchenwisdom #hospitality #freeadvice #Food #Foodie

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Why Rice Wine Vinegar Can't Replace Sake

Let’s set the record straight: rice wine vinegar and sake are not the same thing, and swapping one for the other can totally derail your dish. Imagine you’re making a cozy beef stew, and the recipe calls for a cup of red wine. Would you ever reach for red wine vinegar instead? Of course not! That sharp tang would overpower everything. It’s the same with sake and rice wine vinegar. Sake brings a subtle sweetness and depth, while rice wine vinegar is all about acidity. Sure, if you’re desperate and only need a tiny splash in a big marinade, maybe you could get away with it. But honestly, you’re better off skipping it than risking a sauce that tastes off. Cooking is about balance, and the right ingredients matter. Don’t let a simple mix-up ruin your meal. Next time you’re tempted to swap vinegar for sake, remember: some things just aren’t meant to be substitutes. #CookingTips #FoodFacts #KitchenWisdom #SakeVsVinegar #HomeCooking #Food #Cooking

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Lisa Fitzgerald

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My Mind-Blowing Salt Trick

Okay, so growing up, we used to sprinkle salt on our chopping board every single time before cutting stuff. My mom swore it helped keep the board from slipping around, and also somehow kept the veggies tasting fresh and crisp. Like, it was just a routine thing, y'know? Fast forward to me cooking at my friend’s place, and I started reaching for the salt shaker instinctively. My friend was like, 'What are you doing?' And I’m all, ‘Um, life hack?' It was then I realized this wasn't a thing for everyone—I felt kinda stupid! But listen, it actually works. Those boards can be slippery little suckers, so a bit of salt is just the thing. I don't care if it’s not common, it’s pure genius in my opinion, and I'm gonna keep doing it! Anyone else got weird kitchen habits that apparently aren’t a thing? #ChoppingBoardHacks #KitchenWisdom #LifeHack

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