Michael Caffrey

Chef

Michael Caffrey is an Executive Chef and owner of On Island Chefs, based in Nantucket, Massachusetts. An experienced culinary skills and food & beverage professional with a demonstrated history in the culinary industry, Caffrey has been working as a chef on Nantucket for over 25 years. His company, On Island Chefs, cooks for private clients, caters for weddings and parties, and provides a variety of culinary event services. He is skilled in restaurant management, kitchen management, and training & development. He is a member of SACMA as well as the International Culinary Federation. Michael studied at Le Cordon Bleu and received a BS from Immaculata University in Business Administration and Management.

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How to

Pan Fry Scallops

Scallops are one of the most delicious foods to come from the sea, but they can be ruined if cooked improperly. Since scallops are usually best prepared when cooked quickly, pan frying or searing is a great technique to ...

How to

Serve Crab Sticks

Crab sticks are a notoriously delicious snack. If you haven't tried them before, their golden-brown crisp is sure to be a hit in your kitchen. At basics, it's an incredibly simple thing to make. What's more; once you get...

How to

Eat Sugar Snap Peas

Sugar snap peas are delicious and easy to prepare. You can eat them raw or cooked, and they go great with a variety of different recipes. Raw sugar snap peas are a convenient snack you can take on the go, while cooked su...

How to

Store Fish Without a Fridge

Fish makes a great meal, but unfortunately, doesn’t last very long without refrigeration. So what do you do if you have a fresh catch and no refrigerator? Luckily, you’re not out of options! There are a few ways to p...

How to

Cook Mackerel

Mackerel is a flavorful, firm-fleshed fish that is easy to cook, low in fat and full of nutrients. There are many ways to adapt this popular seafood to your tastes. Keep a few tips for how to cook mackerel in mind to get...

How to

Cook Little Neck Clams

Little neck clams might be small, but they're packed with nutrients and taste great when steamed classically: with garlic and white wine broth. Not only that, they take minutes to cook and can be served either alone or w...

How to

Blanch Kale

Fresh kale breaks down quickly in the refrigerator, wilting and becoming bitter. Blanching is way to preserve kale for as long as 12 months at a time. It’s a simple process that's done with a pot of boiling water and a...