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Scoty
on November 8, 2023 at 3:53 PM said:
Questions / CommentsHello, I'm trying to reach Chef, aka Helena Kopelow. If this is you... hi Chef! My name is Scoty Mcray, I took your Artisanal Bread night course several years ago in Kerrisdale. Chef, I want you to know, of all my studies, of all the courses I have taken, cooking and otherwise, that bread class was the best. Thank you, Chef. These days, I make bread once or twice per week. I almost never follow an exact recipe. I start with 1.5cups of water and go from there. Every batch is different, most batches are wonderful, and I think of that bread class every time. Why am I now trying to send you this message? Well, when I was young, my favorite bread was one that my mother bought from some little old ladies once or twice per year. It was so good. Anyway, if you’re still reading, I just made two large loaves of bread that are better than the best bread I remember from my childhood. I added imitation saffron, milk, eggs, butter, raisins, and shredded coconut to regular bread ingredients, and the resultant two large loaves were the best bread I have ever made. Once again, thank you Chef. I just toasted a few slices, and my place now smells like home when I was a little boy. My mama would be impressed. That's all. I'm not sure if this message will reach you, so I will likely phone a food company that came up when I googled you, and leave a similar, albeit shorter, message to be passed along to you. That artisanal bread class was excellent. Keep on baking, scoty
Ruth and James
on November 8, 2023 at 3:45 PM said:
Thank you for your free culinary advice. I really appreciate it...you are the best
Happy hoildays
Ruth and James
David and Kristie
on February 28, 2023 at 10:10 AM said:
Hello Chef Helena !!

I don't think I can EVER thank you enough for teaching me how to Bake & Cook !!

My 'Baking Powder' biscuits for 2 is a perfect size just for us. No waste, as we eat them later (or the next day) with Jams.

Your 'Boule' recipe makes perfect BUNS for a dinner for 4 (I top with Butter, Rosemary, and Salt ala Ree Drummond)

Kristie & I are great believers in LEFTOVERS (we call them "Best Overs") because flavors get better the next day.

I make a Beef Stew (using a Pot Roast) in my "Insta-Pot" - WITHOUT vegetables or potatoes. (reasons)

We might have stew 2 days in a row. (might)

IF NOT - we use the left over Potatoes for FISH CAKES or fried potatoes for breakfast

Then I make PIE CRUST (2 flour to 1 butter by weight) and make 4" pies and freeze them. (no Potato or vegetables)

If I make Indian Butter Chicken - I do the same thing - 4" pies and freeze them

OR I make a Pizza Dough for the leftover Butter Chicken (delicious)

Kristie made "Curried Chicken & Potato" - the leftovers are in ONE 4" pie (I just ate the other one for lunch)

And here's the kicker - If there is any leftover crust - we make a GALETTE with last year's Frozen Blueberries.

I make a "Manchester Tart" - Sweet pie crust, Raspberry jam spread on the bottom, Bird's custard filling and

shredded semi-sweet coconut on top. (cheap and delicious)

I also use the 'Bird's custard' for Boston Cream Pie (way easier than making their filling) Just add 1 Tbsp more.

I 'cheat' making Paella. FRY some onion, red or yellow pepper then short-grain rice in a saute pan add turmeric

and water. Cover for 15-16 minutes. Meanwhile cook bite size chicken thighs and set aside.

When the rice is almost ready, place 1/2 doz prawns in it, and add the chicken. (as Gordon Ramsay says "DONE")

Thank you again
Mrs. Barthaamule
on February 5, 2023 at 7:06 PM said:
Thank you for your cooking advice. I just love talking with you and you have passion for the culinary arts
Danny and Mellissa
on January 15, 2023 at 7:11 PM said:
I just love your great seasoning mix that I purchased years ago...and all your wonderful recipes too. I just wanted to let you know that we always appreciate your Christmas cards and hope that one day you will make a cook book...We would be the first in line to purchase it...Happy New Year Chef!!
Mrs. Smithen
on January 2, 2023 at 6:38 PM said:
I just love your all purpose seasoning..it is such great value and it tastes wonderful. Where can I order some more? Please contact me

Thank you
Mrs. Lesaon
on October 13, 2022 at 9:50 PM said:
Thank you for all your cooking suggestions. I would love it it you had recipes on your website too
Jerry and Jenna Sparkly
on September 30, 2022 at 3:40 PM said:
Thank you so much for always helping us with our cooking questions. It is like having a "Chef" in our back pockets
Your the best!
Peter Satbatue
on September 5, 2022 at 5:03 PM said:
Thank you for the cooking advice. You really saved my bacon
Your the best
Martha Gilbert
on July 10, 2022 at 6:51 PM said:
Thank you for all your help with my recipe. Your spices are so perfect and so tasty. Without them I would be lost. I love the fact that they have NO MSG! I need to get more. So addictive!
Elnaz Marcopian
on June 10, 2022 at 1:35 PM said:
Thank you for the wonderful suggestion. I did not know that you knew so much about spices.
Bella Medlson
on June 2, 2022 at 11:53 PM said:
Thank you for the wonderful recipe that you gave me. I am so thankful for it...the lemon curd turned out great
Winny Fan
on December 24, 2021 at 10:12 PM said:
You are so thoughtful Chef Helena. Thank you so much for your gift of spices for me and my family. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a happy New year...You are the best
Miss Oliver
on January 26, 2021 at 5:23 PM said:
Thank you for all your help over the phone. I love the fact that you are willing to help out with recipes and you have such a great attitude towards cooking and eating...thanks once again
Mrs. Chouryarmen
on May 7, 2020 at 5:29 PM said:
Thank you so much for having FREE live cooking classes online. I love watching them. You are so talented. I have seen all four..the chicken a king was great, mexican was wonderful , the wonton soup was so tasty but I really loved the pastry you just made. Rugulah..I know I did not spell it right..Thank you and keep up the good work
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Thank you for placing my last minute order for your turkey dinners.  I so excited that I will have nothing to do .  This year but enjoy.  Thank you Helena
Mrs. Takrin and family
12/22/2012

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Hello Chef Helena,  I just wanted to tell you that I had both my kids in your "Kids in the Kitchen" class and they loved it.  It was perfect for them.  It was good value, thank you.  OH and I loved your TV appearence on Oct 7 of this yearYou were fantastic.
Mrs. Chan
12/9/2012

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I love your spices chef Helena.  They make my food come to life!  Thank you.
Cindy Lobsen
9/14/2012

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I am registered in 3 of your new classes this term.  Chef Helena is the so easy to learn from.  I love the fact she is so down to earth and so much fun.  Classes are fantastic.  I should know this is my 9th class with her.  Thank you so much Chef for the best value in town!
Aurther Kipperman
8/31/2012

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WOW is all I have to say.  I ordeded your Christmas dinner special last year and if was beyond great.  Best value in town.  Put me down for a double order this year.  I am inviting more guests then ever and I know that this is the perfect way for me to keep my kitchen clean and not only that but is was soooo yummy.Thank you
Mr
12/7/2011

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I am in your ABC's of cooking class and I have to give a great big thanks to Chef Helena.  She has the best teaching skills and she is so friendly.  I will be taking her new classes this fall.  "Pork on a fork" sounds like fun and so does "Cooking on a dime"  I can't wait
Molly Jimmison
7/24/2011

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Your spices that you you sell are the best quality and the most flavor.  They are by far the best value too.  Better prices they anything you can get in the stores.  Thank you Chef Helena.  I am a customer for life!!
Chris and Eva Simmons
7/12/2011

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