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Gabriel Gaté
Gabriel Gaté has learnt his craft from some of the great master chefs of France, knows the reality of being a family cook with little time, and communicates with dazzling success both the joy of cooking and how to make tasty food that is simple, easy and achievable.
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I made four individual baked egg custards today and though they tasted great, the texture was a bit curdled. What caused this?
Gabriel Gaté:
Try cooking your custard at a lower temperature. It may have been cooked too long or at too high temperature. Best wishes.
When making baked goods such as macarons, can we let the remaining batter sit at room temperature as home ovens can't fit too many trays at the same time?
Gabriel Gaté:
It’s ok to cook macarons one tray at a time. It is the same with other biscuits. Keep those that are not cooking in a cool place or in the fridge.
What’s the best way to tenderise octopus?
Gabriel Gaté:
When Greek fishermen catch octopus they tenderise them by beating them several times on rocks. They hold them by the head and beat them vigorously. They also rub the tentacles hard on the rocks. They then wash the octopus in water. At home you can find a large stone or chopping board to beat them on.
How can I prepare or crush poppy seeds to use in baking?
Gabriel Gaté:
I have used poppy seeds many times in cakes and biscuits, and I use them as they come from the pack. There’s no need to crush, blend or soak them.
Do fresh figs pair well with haloumi and prosciutto?
Gabriel Gaté:
Yes, fresh figs or grilled figs are delicious with grilled haloumi, and are often served in Mediterranean countries with prosciutto and other types of ham.
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