The more formalized version of the toque emerged in France in the 1800s. Marie-Antoine Careme, often referred to as the first celebrity chef, is credited with popularizing the tall white hat.

The iconic white hat worn by chefs is known as a toque or toque blanche (literally meaning "white hat"). However, note that a toque can refer to any hat with no brim (or a very narrow one), depending ...

The toque, first popularized in the 19th century, is now a rare sight outside temples of fine dining in France — but it still serves a purpose. Step into New York City's Le Coucou, a 2017 Food ...

Chef Mike Silvester, preparing a catering display. (Danny Abriel photos) Mike Silvester hasn’t had much time to celebrate his big win at Aramark’s national chef’s competition last month: he’s still ...