What is Jidori Chicken
The Masterclass Series Part 3: The "Gold" in the Pan
Chicken Schmaltz after the Sear In Part 2, we mastered the science of the sear. But the process doesn't end when you lift the chicken out of the pan. If...
The Masterclass Series Part 2: The Science of the Perfect Sear
In Part 1, we talked about the anatomy of the bird and the art of the breaking down a whole chicken. Now that you have your precision cuts ready, it is...
The Masterclass Series Part 1: Breaking Down the Chicken Breakdown
Most people walk through the grocery store and head straight for the plastic-wrapped trays of boneless, skinless breasts. It is convenient, sure, but it is also the most expensive and...
Obsessed with Chicken Shatter
If you’ve been following culinary trends this year, you know that 2026 is all about multisensory eating. We are no longer satisfied with food that just tastes good; we want...
Jidori Chicken and Wine Pairings for Your Valentine’s Day Meal
Valentine's Day often feels like a choice between two extremes: fighting for a cramped reservation at a loud restaurant, or staying home with a meal that feels just like any...
Mindful Meat-ing and Calculating Flavor Per Ounce
Think about the last time you bought a bottle of wine. Maybe you grabbed an unknown bottle on sale from the bottom shelf that simply "does the job," or you...
Chicken Icks No More -- Eat High Quality Chicken
As the first month of this new year wraps up, we can look back and take note of how we’ve progressed or potentially fallen into set-backs in our resolutions. But...
Dry-Aging Chicken in your Refrigerator
We’ve all seen "dry-aged" on a steakhouse menu or even at your local grocery store. It’s the gold standard for beef, promising deeper flavor and better texture. But lately, top-tier...
Is Your Chicken Jet-lagged?
In the world of high-end culinary arts, we talk a lot about "freshness," but it’s often used as a vague marketing term. In the world of Jidori, however, freshness is...
A Different Kind of Dry January - Why You Need “Master Stock” Chicken Bone Broth
Christmas lights are down, the decorations are packed away, and we’re all officially back to the grind of work and school. But just because the holidays are over doesn't mean...
Protein Powder vs. Real Food for Protein Intake
If you spend any time around gyms or specialty studios, you will inevitably see the shaker bottles or fitness influencers promoting their discount code for “The Best!” protein powder. It...
New Year, New Chicken Preparation Skills to Master in 2026
As the holiday season transitions into a new year, resolutions or goals are on the top of many minds. For this next year, many home cooks will shift their focus...