{"product_id":"the-aroma-of-czech-cuisine","title":"The Aroma of Czech Cuisine","description":"\u003ctable align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"2\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"productDetailSmallElements\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tChef Denise Mazal honed her skills in renowned kitchens from Prague to Paris to Munich before introducing her fabulous kolaches and Czech cooking to Boerne, Texas at her restaurant, Little Gretel. She loves sharing her culinary adventures and food stories with students. Fostering a love of the culinary arts that transcends borders and languages, she has become an inspiration to a new generation of food storytellers, weaving a delicious thread in the Texas culinary tapestry. \n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e-- Chef Johnny Hernandez \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tChef Denise is the consummate professional whose passion for cooking is contagious. Her kolaches are legendary in South Texas, absolutely delicious. This immensely talented chef also has a heart of gold and a beautiful gift of smiling with her eyes. \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e-- Tanji Patton, Executive Producer for \n\u003ci\u003eGoodtaste\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tNot only is Denise Mazal an exceptional chef, teacher, and an encyclopedia of Czech cuisine but an extraordinary person. I am looking forward to utilizing this book as a roadmap for deliciousness! \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e-- Chef Andrew Wisseman \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tI was told about Little Gretel from the moment I moved to San Antonio. The wursts, schnitzels, and fermented krauts were a warm reminder of my childhood growing up in Wisconsin. However, the real star of the show was Denise, orchestrating the whole evening from start to finish, and being around her you truly understand the pride she has for her restaurant staff family and the people and cuisine she represents so many miles away. I am a better chef because of her leadership and friendship. \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e-- Chef Steven McHugh \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher Marketing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eExplore the rich tapestry of Czech food with award-winning chef Denise Mazal Resnerova's enchanting cookbook, \n\u003ci\u003eThe Aroma of Czech Cuisine\u003c\/i\u003e. From the heart of Prague to the charming streets of Boerne, Texas, Resnerova offers us the quintessence of \n\u003ci\u003eStaročeská kuchyně\u003c\/i\u003e--the recipes of grandmothers, passed down through generations. These recipes, developed to perfection by Resnerova, are an integral part of the Texas Hill Country and have been savored at Little Gretel, her renowned Czech eatery in Boerne, Texas. \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWith \n\u003ci\u003eThe Aroma of Czech Cuisine, \u003c\/i\u003eDenise Mazal Resnerova embarks on a culinary journey infused with notes and mini stories that unveil the essence of Czech culture and its enduring influence in the United States. The book delves into folklore, uncovers recipe origins, and traces the historical threads that bind Czech cuisine to its cultural heritage. \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWhether you are a seasoned chef or a curious food enthusiast, \n\u003ci\u003eThe Aroma of Czech Cuisine\u003c\/i\u003e promises to open the door to local Czech culture and transport you to the heart of Czech gastronomy, where every dish is a celebration of flavor, heritage, and the enduring spirit of the Czech people. \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContributor Bio:\u003c\/strong\u003eResnerova, Denise Mazal\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDenise Mazal Resnerova is internationally recognized as a certified Czech chef, significantly contributing to the culinary lifestyle and spirit of the Czech nation. She was born and raised in Prague and has worked with prominent chefs and the members of the Czech National Culinary Team. Having to leave her beloved Prague during the 1970s as a political refugee, she worked at Hotel Concorde Lafayette in Paris, for Hilton Corporation in Munich, and eventually made her way to Boerne, Texas, where she opened her own Czech restaurant, Little Gretel. She is a professional knitter and stitcher, amateur artist, and architectural designer. 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