Who Wants A Chocolate-Covered Strawberry? Answer: EVERYONE! Have I got a juicy controversy for you! As you can see in the photo above, a cup of strawberries is being drenched with liquid chocolate – where it’s happening is why it’s… Read More ›
Books / Media
“Fish In Crazy Water?” Swordfish Piperade? I’ve Got Two Deliciously Entertaining Food Books + Two Delicious Recipes!
Hungry? Well have I got recipes – and the books they came from – for you! The picture above is “Fish In Crazy Water” and is from this terrific memoir, written by Chef David Shalleck with Erol Munuz. The book… Read More ›
It’s National Burger Month 2026! Burger Stats! Mouthwatering Burger Deals Too!
Guess What Time It Is? Time To Celebrate The Burger! That’s right, it’s National Burger Month! This monthlong celebration of “all things burger” is near and dear to me – and based on some of the statistics I’m about to… Read More ›
The Culinary “Dirt” On French Cuisine – A Terrific Food Memoir From Lyon!
Bill Buford is a great writer: I have both of his previous books, and when I found his latest, released a few years back, I devoured it! “Dirt” sees the Author move with his wife and two infant sons to… Read More ›
Would You Bite Into “Piranha Ramen?” Because This Dish Bites Back!
Got 3000 yen? About $28? Then You Can Have Piranha Ramen! Got your attention? Of course I do! I love ramen: and every single time I buy it, I film this: My “Sky High Ramen!” Yes, a bowl of ramen… Read More ›
Japan’s Dying Oysters! A Worldwide Threat To Bivalves? Here’s The Story…
Behold The Oyster… I love Oysters. Here’s one reason why: Oysters are highly nutritious, low-calorie, and nutrient-dense saltwater mollusks, offering immense amounts of zinc, vitamin B12, and omega-3 fatty acids to support immune, bone, and heart health. A 100-gram serving offers roughly 9-10g of… Read More ›
Nigella Lawson Joins “The Great British Bake Off!” Here Are Some Of Her Unique Recipes To Enjoy!
Nigella Joins The “Great British Bake Off” Team! While this was officially announced last month, I am just getting around to sharing this incredibly good news – my favorite TV show has added an incredibly empathetic Chef! Fans of the… Read More ›
Bone Marrow Risotto? Yes Please! Chef Mimi’s Recipe PLUS My Bone Marrow Pasta Experience!
Who Loves Bone Marrow? I will be honest: I know a fair number of people don’t really like it: whether it’s the texture – a “meat custard” vibe – or simply the concept of eating what’s inside a hard bone,… Read More ›
Penne Rigate – Francis Mayes Style! My “Food With A View” Is “Under The Tuscan Sun” For The BKD Cookbook Club!
My “Food With A View” Goes “Under The Tuscan Sun!” Well, this was a really fun post to write – and eat as well! That’s because Jo Tracey’s terrific BKD Cookbook Club wanted this: Let your next (or your most… Read More ›
Bite Into President’s Day 2026 With George Washington, Thomas Jefferson And A Scandalous “Sugar Pie” Too!
Eating With George Washington And Thomas Jefferson On President’s Day 2026! The idea of America’s President’s Day is to honor those who have held the office…sadly at a time when our current President has alienated most if not all of… Read More ›