Season 3, Episode 11: Creation - Magnus Nilsson
Mind of a Chef: Season 3 - Ed Lee & Magnus Nilsson
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23m
When Chef Nilsson develops a dish at Fäviken, he pays careful attention to the unique properties of an ingredient. Through research and recipe testing, the components of a dish are combined with the aim of preserving their natural quintessence. “The Creation of a Dish” follows the life cycle of an ingredient as it transforms from an idea into a dish at his restaurant.
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