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Want to get to know Chef Judi like never before? Her origin video explores her unique story, culinary influences, and what makes her food and cooking style unique!
Whisk in the Southern explores high-quality recipes, a wealth of tips from chef Judi’s years of culinary experience, useful product recommendations, and lessons taught in an accessible and fun way. Judi focuses on an easy-to-understand and accessible style of teaching that anyone can follow. Chef Judi is a southern California girl whisking in her Georgia roots into everything she makes.
Welcome to Whisk In The Southern
Hi, I’m Judi Leib, and I am the founder and Chef at Whisk In The Southern. Whisk In The Southern was born from my passion for cooking, along with the infusion of my Georgia roots and southern California living into the food I make. For me, cooking has always been fun and visual. I have done it all in the food business. From attending culinary school to working in kitchens, all the way to becoming the General Manager of a classic Los Angeles restaurant. I love this business no matter what my role is! From the beginning, food has always been a big part of my life, and I am grateful to be able to share it with you here at Whisk in the Southern.
About Chef Judi
I have done it all in the food business. From attending culinary school to working in kitchens all the way to becoming the General Manager of a classic Los Angeles restaurant. I love this business no matter what my role is! I started Whisk in the Southern to share my passion for food with anyone from a beginner cook to a full-time chef.
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Being “Fearless in the Kitchen” is about not being afraid to fail. If you never fail, you won’t know what success tastes like. I always say, if you can read, you can cook. Try a new recipe, try a new ingredient. You’ll never know what your true potential in the kitchen is unless you unlock it, and that takes fearlessness.
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Welcome to the Whisk In The Southern blog! Here, my readers can expect to see day-to-day updates regarding Whisk in the Southern every week. The blog will feature a combination of recipes, food finds, tips, and weekly insights.
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Whisk In The Southern’s Cooking Classes explore the concept of crafting the perfect dinner party experience, so that you can be a host and a guest! Together, we will learn about invitations, recipes, setting the mood, and even a curated Spotify playlist!
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Judi's class was very inviting and inclusive, which made learning from her fun and simple. Not, only does Judi bring in her years of experience and expertise, but she also makes her time with you very joyful. She is relaxed and cheerful!
Emely
Easy, tasty recipes explained in a simple way. Everybody could make it!
I have only been cooking for about two years and Judi welcomed me with open arms. She has become my mentor, and answers every question with a smile. I recommend everyone join her blog and have fun making her recipes.
Inviting and Incusive
easy, tasty recipes
Liset
She is my mentor
carl
Judi had such an ease in the kitchen and also in teaching. It felt as though we were right there, enjoying her company while she cooked and walked us through each and every item. She was great at explaining each step and giving informational tips along the way! Fantastic class all around.
Alisha
Chef Judi is very responsive to any questions I’ve submitted and always guides me with confidence and ease that makes me feel great about entertaining and trying out new recipes
I love visiting her website for fresh ideas for recipes and also interesting tips from her blog- it's all so easy to navigate, and truly makes me look like a real hero for my guests that sit around my table
Fantastic class
Guides with Confidence
Liset
fresh ideas for recipes
Hedi
Both communities have a distinct culinary traditions. Both cultures are avid users of spices, have rich and hearty flavors, and a focus on comfort foods. Fried foods are also a focus of both cultures. To name a few traditional black foods: Gumbo and jambalaya, Fried chicken, Collard and Mac & cheese. To name a few traditional Jewish foods: Matzo ball soup, Latkes, smoked and cured meats like brisket, smoked salmon and pastrami.
Why food is an important unifier between Black and Jewish Cultures
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