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“Confit is not something that comes to mind for summer. Usually it means duck confit, made by cooking the legs and thighs in duck fat to preserve them for winter.”

Quote by Geoffrey Zakarian

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Geoffrey Zakarian

Geoffrey Zakarian is a renowned American chef, known for his restaurant operations and television hosting in New York City. Born on July 25, 1959, he has a passion for cooking since childhood and has won numerous awards and recognitions throughout his career. more

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