Bri Baker

‍ MasterChef US Season 10 & 12
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Dallas, Texas

[Bri Baker @IoneRichard]

3 techniques to plate pasta like a professional chef 🍝:

1. Cocoon Style: Spread pasta on a baking sheet, twirl it using tweezers or chopsticks, and tuck in small basil leaves.

2. Vertical Twirl: Twirl pasta in a bowl, as if eating, then place it in...

[Bri Baker @IoneRichard]

Food plating feeling dull? Try these 5 uncomplicated methods to make your meals look like they came from a high-end restaurant, immediately.

1️⃣ The Swipe: Make a clean curve with one fluid motion.
2️⃣ Mini Swipe: Use a ring mold for symmetry.
3️⃣ R...

[Bri Baker @IoneRichard]

We had such a fun time, and I, blending our creative styles to bring this magnificent truffle brie burger with pickled red onions to life!

One of my favorite additions to any meal is pickled red onions. They contribute a wonderful tangy texture and...

[Bri Baker @IoneRichard]

Fancy giving this rainbow breakfast a go? 🌈

The top ingredients are the ones that ignite inspiration for the rest of the plate—like this rainbow bagel. It's reminiscent of how a wonderful new pair of shoes can inspire a striking outfit 💁🏼‍♀️

This i...

[Bri Baker @IoneRichard]

👩🏼‍🍳 Plating tip: Choose the plate first. It acts as the frame for your dish, so pick one that complements the food rather than competing with it.

• Think about color — Does the plate help the food stand out, or does it blend into the background? As...

[Bri Baker @IoneRichard]

Still contemplating the remarkable dinner held by and @ at the Two MICHELIN-Starred .

and (of Two MICHELIN-Starred ) designed a menu that delved into flavor, inspired by Wuliangye, a Chinese Baijiu with a 4,000-year legacy.

Distilled from sorghum...

[Bri Baker @IoneRichard]

A hot take for the summer: I'm choosing salmon crudo over ceviche. 🔥

This simple summer crudo recipe features tender salmon slices, yuzu ponzu, jalapeños, and sweet orange, resulting in a fresh, light, and flavorful dish. It's ideal for dinner parti...

[Bri Baker @IoneRichard]

The competition is on! I'm returning to the ring for CHOPPED. MasterChef prepared me, but the real test is the mystery basket. See how I do Tuesday, June 24th, 8/7c on . 👩🏼‍🍳👀

[Bri Baker @IoneRichard]

A straightforward plating trick that immediately elevates a dish to restaurant quality. I'd love to see your attempts, so tag me if you try it!

Microgreens:
Plate:
Plating tweezers:
Squeeze bottle:

[Bri Baker @IoneRichard]

My latest fixation is edible blue cornflowers 💙
And this panna cotta infused with earl grey and finished with cornflower syrup may be the most beautiful thing I’ve ever made.

What color should be the inspiration for my next dish?

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[Bri Baker @IoneRichard]

RECIPE FOR BALSAMIC PEARLS ⬇️
Save this recipe for your upcoming dinner party— your guests will be astonished you made them yourself!!

• Whisk approximately 1 cup of balsamic vinegar with 1 teaspoon of agar powder; estimating is fine.
• Bring the mi...

[Bri Baker @IoneRichard]

Elevating the checkerboard watermelon bites 🍉, the ultimate summer dish. Here's my take ✨ Fancy seeing the balsamic pearls creation? Just ask!

What should I plate next on the menu?!

[Bri Baker @IoneRichard]

Making the basics better: Avocado Toast 🥑 Subtle modifications that bring about a notable improvement: give your toppings some dimension, leave gaps so it doesn't appear overcrowded, and add a final touch of color. It's uncomplicated, but it lends a ...

[Bri Baker @IoneRichard]

My breakfast is being plated 🥰 I used a "Y" vegetable peeler to create ribbons from the cucumber, a food presentation method I absolutely love. What else should I plate?

[Bri Baker @IoneRichard]

Warning: I might enter ‘plating mode’ unannounced ⚠️

[Bri Baker @IoneRichard]

First use of my new plate! Does this scream summer to you yet? The dish is Salmon Crudo, complete with blood orange segments, pickled kumquat, micro arugula, and a coconut vinaigrette with chive oil.

[Bri Baker @IoneRichard]

I enjoy finding subtle methods to make regular ingredients seem extraordinary. Elevating the cheese course is the focus of episode 2 of my holiday plating series. Would a girolle be something you'd try at your next holiday get-together?

[Bri Baker @IoneRichard]

Candy Cane Caprese ♥️🤍

December is upon us and in full swing, meaning it's time to host, convene, and arrange a table that feels a little bit more extraordinary 🎄✨

This is the initial episode of my Holiday Plating Series, where simple components ar...

[Bri Baker @IoneRichard]

Improve your plating with these 5 ways to use squeeze bottles:

1️⃣ Circle – A gentle squeeze in a loose circular or oval motion results in natural lines.
2️⃣ Drip – Squeeze out a rectangle, guide some drips, then tilt the plate for a dramatic visual...

[Bri Baker @IoneRichard]

The past 2 years working for in the UK have been truly incredible. But Texas, my home, is calling me back, and later this month I’ll return to the Lone Star State to keep chasing my dreams.💫

Getting hired and moving to the UK was far from simple, b...