Author: Celeste

Chef Celeste Gill is a gourmet chef, entrepreneur, caterer, and media personality. Host on Eat this TV network, specializing in Louisiana tastes and traditions with a unique Pan Asian flair
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Roux 101

One of my favorite things to do is to make a roux. A roux is equal parts flour and oil. The trick is to get the roux to the proper stage, blonde, medium or dark without burning it!

Here I’ve cooked the roux to a nice dark brown. The secret… Stir constantly over medium heat. 

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Cooking Up Louisiana Treasures

I host Cooking Up Louisiana Treasures, a 30 minute TV show featuring Louisiana farmers and their specialty crops.  Learn how to connect with your local farmer and their fresh, local produce.  Enjoy healthful, tasty meals as demonstrated by myself and my fellow Louisiana food advocates. Only on Cooking Up Louisiana Treasures.