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Making Pizza? What could go wrong?

And that's how you solve problems with cooking. If it first you do not succeed ..... That's probably the thread through my entire life.... (More)

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Valentine Pancakes with A.R. Valentien, La Jolla

As you can clearly see, the order in which you create these pancakes are much different than "take a half cup of pancake powder,... (More)

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America is the worlds’ Biggest Importer of Wine

America is the worlds’ Biggest Importer of Wine. Not China. Not Thailand. Not Brussels. Not Russia. This just out from the CIA.  Not the feds. The... (More)

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Chef Marian Keto Rant

Except for special occasions, I think we need to be moving our brain power towards mindful eating and healthier eating. I always say everything... (More)

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Dinner for 7, Bangkok Bay, Solana Beach

Wei says: “This is roasted duck done in fresh red curry. Very rich. You can feel the difference between that and the Penang Curry... (More)

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Chef’s Tips to Keep Picnic Food Safe

When you get there, the food that came in Glass jars in their own separate cooler with ice, closed tight, is your presentation. You... (More)

Meet Chef Marian

I'm a lifelong seeker of knowledge, and I love sharing what I've found with other food enthusiasts!

From France to San Diego, CA I’ve got a harvest of delightful tastes and nutritional education to help you make healthier choices.

I believe in Happy Eating!

If you do too, you’re in the right place!

Make Your Meals Memorable!

If you think you can be my next success story, then I am looking to help you grow from sad, stressed and struggling to Chef Marian Kitchen Confident. Cooking confidence is just a free 15-minute
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Chef Marian's Latest

Fresh goodies from the blog!

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Recipes
Create Coleslaw with Homemade Mayonnaise

And if you want to make as much mayonnaise as you will ever use... (More)

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Healthy Eating
The Plot, Oceanside Sourdough Making Class

We go through the process of learning how to make bread. The crew really... (More)

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Wine Pairings
Another Filmed Foodie Event!

Well, if you missed it, you missed it. Chef Jason and Chef Marian talking... (More)

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Rants
Misinformation about Food that arrived in my inbox

Oxalates can bind to calcium in the gut and form calcium oxalate, which contributes... (More)

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Restaurant Reviews
The Plot, Oceanside Sourdough Making Class

We go through the process of learning how to make bread. The crew really... (More)

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Motivation
Does Carbohydrate Restriction help you get healthier?

Metabolic Benefits: Lowering carb intake can reduce insulin “spikes” and support healthier insulin function.... (More)