Location
Grand Junction, Colorado
School
Boise State University
Expertise
Indian Cuisine, Kitchen Gadgets, Cooking Hacks
- Rolland is a culinary professional with over fifteen years of experience.
- He trained through the Global Chef program where he learned about unique food and food preparation techniques from chefs in countries such as China, Jamaica, Vietnam, Sweden, Finland, and more.
- Rolland also specially trained in cooking Indian cuisine by acclaimed chefs Naveen Anchanta and Ragid Jaggi.
Experience
Rolland worked as a professional in the culinary industry for over fifteen years. After getting his feet wet as a line cook, he traveled to the East Coast where he assumed managerial roles, accelerated his food education, and, for the first time in his life, tasted fresh ocean fare. Once he'd had his fill of fresh seafood, Rolland migrated inland to landlocked Colorado where he worked in various culinary establishments, from time-tested community staples to brand-new endeavors sparked from the dreams of aspiring restaurateurs. After staying strong in the culinary world through 2020, Rolland moved to beautiful Palisade wine country where he decided it was time to hang up the apron and trade the knife for a pen, utilizing his skills with the written word to write about his culinary journey and knowledge.
Education
Rolland has a bachelor's degree in English from Boise State University.
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You love your favorite cheese. But could you pick it out from 2,000 other cheeses in a blind tasting on the world stage? Team USA's cheesemonger did just that!
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Cowboy caviar is all about the textures. It's fresh, crunchy, and hearty, and mushy corn would ruin it. Here's the best way to prepare corn for this dip.
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In the market for an induction range, built-in fridge, or silent dishwasher? Feel zero regrets with these shopping tips for big appliances you'll really love.
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Modelo's reign as American beer drinkers' favorite has ended. A familiar U.S. beer with a savvy marketing strategy towards healthy lifestyle is now king.
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Whether you're making a homemade fall-inspired coffee syrup or baking up your favorite seasonal pie, under no circumstances should you buy this canned pumpkin!
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While Applebee's mixed drinks might have a tempting price, customers of the fast-casual chain say to avoid them at all costs. Their reasons are hard to dismiss.
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If you live in a small space or have a kitchen with limited electrical outlets, don't be tempted to use extension cords for your countertop appliances.
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Ground beef is certainly the first protein that comes to mind when you think of burger patties, but you should also consider using this canned meat.
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We checked with a culinary innovator to get his expert advice on using a simple gadget for an easy way to get evenly cooked and crispy pan-fried bacon.
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Anthony Bourdain often shared nuggets of wisdom, especially about the restaurant world he loved so much. Here's his advice on when to dine out.
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This BBQ chain might not be around for that much longer if it continues on its current path. Here's why this restaurant isn't as successful as it once was.
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There is a lot of thought that goes into every aspect of running a restaurant, including how to subtly influence diners to order certain dishes.
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Whiskey stones might do a lot for appearances and even serve some functional purposes, but using them to chill your spirit definitely involves some risks.
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Look beyond that bottle of soy sauce when you're whipping up a ground beef stir-fry. This sweet and savory Chinese condiment changes the game.
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Want to really bring home the bacon? Skip the overrated bacon step everyone keeps talking about, and cook up the best possible bacon. Ever. Times infinity.
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Have you ever tried to heat something in the microwave only to find it unevenly warmed and desperately dry? Here's the hack that solves that problem.
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Which candy will reign supreme as America's favorite this Halloween? Crunch is hoping that a discontinued bar from two decades ago will capture
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While other U.S. regions have packed away their state fairs for the year, the party is just getting started in Massachusetts with the return of the Big E fair.
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You'll never want to hard boil your eggs any other way once you've used the 5-5-5 method in your Instant Pot, with easy peeling when they're done as well.
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You're not going to believe it when you find out how this toaster trick is the hack you never knew you needed, and your air fryer never wanted you to find out.
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The U.S. government just announced a massive recall of catfish fillets. Find out which company issued the recall, why it happened, and what states are affected.
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On an episode of Drive-Ins, Diners, and Dives, host and celebrity chef Guy Fieri dipped his finger into this dish, and the results were unforgettable.
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Take your homemade mole from meh to olé, using these sauce-saving tricks and ingredients to bring out the dazzling flavors of Mexico's national dish.
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Cancel your McTrip to Japan. In light of recent Happy Meal-related incidents, McDonald's Japan is putting a stop to Happy Meal hoarding. Here's why.
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Think of it less like a bowl of greens, and more like a veggie crystal ball. Gaze into the croutons, here's what a house salad reveals about the restaurant.
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Love a sweet treat, but don't want to commit? With four different flavors, Costco's new bakery tray serves every sweet tooth its perfect match.
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A bottle of bubbly should open like an elegant lady's fart, but if you live in these states, Kirkland Signature prosecco bottles are exploding like fireworks.
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