Sold on Seafood
Some of you may know that I recently made a move down south. I’m lucky enough to be able to continue to work with The Chopping Block from the beautiful state of Florida. Which means I’ve been able to...
View ArticleOh My Word, We’re Out of Cheese
I had a fleeting moment of paralyzing fear earlier this week when I experienced something unfamiliar and totally new to me: a refrigerator – my refrigerator – without… cheese. We hadn’t been grocery...
View ArticleMemorable Meals
Every now and then a person will experience a meal that can only be described as life changing. That’s the amazing power of food, and I am a firm believer in the taste buds being a great judge of...
View ArticleHealthy Grilling Guide
Give your stove and microwave a much-needed vacation and get grilling! June 20th marked the official first day of summer and there’s no denying that grilling is one of the best parts of the season....
View ArticleGirl and the Goat
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Girl and the Goat. What a lovely experience! I went with an old friend, and we were fortunate enough to join Chef Stephanie Izard right at the kitchen counter,...
View ArticleTop Food Trends Get a Healthy Makeover
Imagine my surprise when I read the article about food trends in Nation’s Restaurant News by Bret Thorn. Usually I open up an article on food trends to see mouth-watering pictures (aka food porn) of...
View ArticleI Will Not Stumble into Fall
As fall unfolds and the weather turns, a usual ritual for me is to ignore the gym for the month of October as I take a rest from summer and ease into the cooler weather. I am famous for not working out...
View ArticleCooking Like our Ancestors
Last Sunday, I taught a class on charcuterie. It was a great opportunity to see that people are considering this style of cooking at home, rather than just going to a restaurant and ordering...
View ArticleNew Year’s Day
Having been in the restaurant industry for 17 odd years, I’m used to my holidays being different from everyone else’s days off. Thanksgiving falls on a Sunday, Christmas is mostly on the right day, but...
View ArticleWhat Does “Cooked” Really Mean?
I recently looked up definitions of the word “cooked” online. Over and over, the definitions point to the application of heat to food as meaning “cooked”. But I wonder, are these definitions missing...
View ArticleNew Experiences in the World of Fruits and Vegetables
On a recent sunny, if not warm, day I was inspired to take my son on a new adventure. We found ourselves in the Lincoln Park area and venturing into Whole Foods. Whole Foods Lincoln Park, Chicago For...
View ArticleIsland Life
My wife and I just got back from the Caribbean for some fun in the sun and a little local island cuisine. Whether it is a street side jerk chicken stand in Jamaica, tico tripleta and pinchos in Puerto...
View ArticleHow to Smoke Seafood on your Big Green Egg
Given the heat the last few days, I’ve been craving lighter summer fare. It’s a little too warm for heavy food like pork shoulder and brisket. Smoked seafood, on the other hand, sounds pretty good....
View ArticleGood Things Come In Packages
No, I’m not talking about your favorite bag of chips or type of candy, I’m talking about the joy of food that is bundled, swaddled, wrapped or enclosed in some way. I think there’s something very...
View Article‘Tis the Season for Bubbles
Whether sweet or dry, big or small or white, pink or red (yes, sparkling reds do exist), bubbles are a great addition to any holiday meal. Bubbles go well with all types of food which makes pairing...
View ArticleThat’s Peachy: The Sequel
It’s that time of the year again. As we head into summer, peach season begins! The almighty peach is back. I declared my love for the peach last summer. Now that it has returned, so has my inspiration....
View ArticleLine Not Long Enough? Try Community Supported Fishing
The concept of “Community Supported” is everywhere these days. The one that is most familiar is Community Supported Agriculture, or CSA, where individuals can buy a share of weekly or monthly goods...
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