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Hail Mary Food of Grace

Chef Mary Payne Moran discusses the food we eat, where it comes from and what it does for us. Chef Mary shares her knowledge about food and nutrition as well as discussing the culinary world from all angles with other professionals such as celebrities, chef de cuisines, organic farmers, and health care professionals.

Friday, November 20, 2009

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    Today is the release of Twilight’s New Moon and there is always a way to create a special meal around an event.

    Twilight: New Moon New Dinner

    posted at 1:23 a.m.

    Today is the release of Twilight’s New Moon and there is always a way to create a special meal around an event.

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Monday, November 16, 2009

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    Dr. Elaine L. Rosen, MD, FAAP from The California Center for Healthy Living
An individual making a decision about whether or not to buy and eat organic foods may make that decision based on numerous factors including but not limited to cost, environmental benefits, and health benefits.  One Dr.'s Opinion.
    Whether or Not to Buy and Eat Organic

    posted at 1:35 p.m.

    Dr. Elaine L. Rosen, MD, FAAP from The California Center for Healthy Living An individual making a decision about whether or not to buy and eat organic foods may make that decision based on numerous factors including but not limited to cost, environmental benefits, and health benefits. One Dr.'s Opinion.

Sunday, November 15, 2009

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    A great inexpensive dish that is good for the whole family.
    Sunday Supper- Braciole

    posted at 9:46 p.m.

    A great inexpensive dish that is good for the whole family.

Friday, November 13, 2009

Thursday, November 12, 2009

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

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    Chicken and Mushroom Soup Recipe from That Morning Show! on E! Entertainment Network
    Chicken & Mushroom Soup

    posted at 11:34 p.m.

    Chicken and Mushroom Soup Recipe from That Morning Show! on E! Entertainment Network

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    Chicken Pesto Rice Bowl

    posted at 11:42 p.m.

    Thanks for watching today's segment on E!'s That Morning Show. Above is the recipe for the chicken pesto rice bowl.

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

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    I was called by “That Morning Show” to do a cooking segment on E! Entertainment Television.
    First TV Cooking Debut on E!

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    I was called by “That Morning Show” to do a cooking segment on E! Entertainment Television.

Monday, November 9, 2009

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    From the farm to the table. Creating a connection to food.
    Culinary Connection

    posted at 12:43 a.m.

    From the farm to the table. Creating a connection to food.

Friday, November 6, 2009

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    Dear Chef Mary, I really feel like I just don’t have the energy or the money to eat right or exercise.  I also lack motivation to do anything about it? Help.
    Ask Chef Mary Friday's

    posted at 11:10 a.m.

    Dear Chef Mary, I really feel like I just don’t have the energy or the money to eat right or exercise. I also lack motivation to do anything about it? Help.

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

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    Today is the day I will give you three basic cooking techniques- steaming, sautéing, and grilling which will start you on your culinary journey.
    Steaming, Sautéing & Grilling Techniques

    posted at 11:57 a.m.

    Today is the day I will give you three basic cooking techniques- steaming, sautéing, and grilling which will start you on your culinary journey.

Sunday, November 1, 2009

Saturday, October 31, 2009

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    After carving pumpkins roast the seeds for a treat that keeps on giving after Halloween is over.
    Roasting Pumpkin Seeds

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    After carving pumpkins roast the seeds for a treat that keeps on giving after Halloween is over.

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    A simple way to prevent you from pulling into a fast-food drive-thru, because you're too tired to figure out what to make for dinner.
    Give Dinner Stress a Rest

    posted at 8:15 p.m.

    A simple way to prevent you from pulling into a fast-food drive-thru, because you're too tired to figure out what to make for dinner.

Friday, October 30, 2009

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    There are ways to pick out vegetables so that you are getting the absolute best quality product.
    Vegetable Vitality

    posted at 12:01 a.m.

    There are ways to pick out vegetables so that you are getting the absolute best quality product.

Mary Payne Moran

Mary Payne Moran

Upon graduating from the California School of Culinary Arts in 2002, Chef Mary Payne Moran ... more

Upon graduating from the California School of Culinary Arts in 2002, Chef Mary Payne Moran began her professional career shelling crabs at the world-renowned restaurant, Michael's in Santa Monica.  Simultaneously, she launched her own company, Hail Mary’s, founded upon the belief that good food nurtures the soul, and began catering weddings, parties and large corporate events.

In the fall of 2008, Mary began teaching her culinary skills to others.    Currently she can be found at Hollywood School House teaching her after school cooking class, and teaching her popular "Vegetables or Not Here I Come" assembly.

Most recently, Mary has launched another division in her company as well as a chef she is now also a Certified Nutritionist for high profile clients.  She helps her clients discover their healthy way of eating.  Mary has recently been published in the Los Angeles Magazine, & The New Jersey Star Ledger.

Daily she addresses cooking aficionados through her blog - Cooking with Chef Mary as well as her how-to webisodes on You Tube.

Contact Mary Payne Moran