Day #2 of Bernadette’s terrific “Cookbook Confidential” reviews of Chef Otolenghi’s “Simple.” As Bernadette posted: This week, we are reviewing Otolenghi’s “Simple”. This is a terrific cookbook filled with mouth-watering recipes. The first guest review is from Michiel and Jeen,… Read More ›
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Making “Zoodle Pasta!” Here’s Stanley Tucci’s Recipe For “Spaghetti alla Nerano” Using Fried Yellow Squash!
Behold the Mighty “Zoodle!” Yes, I am a “Zoodleholic”…it all began when my wife Alex didn’t want pasta one night – but we had a lot of Zucchini, so she bought this nifty “Zoodler” and away we went! It’s fast… Read More ›
I Made The “Sunday Gravy” Recipe From The Sopranos – With A Stanley Tucci Twist!
Cooking With The Sopranos! I have had a few people ask if I’ve ever cooked “italian gravy”, and the answer is “yes yes yes”, with help from The Sopranos! “The Sopranos Family Cookbook” celebrates TV’s greatest crime family with a… Read More ›
Who Loves “Polpo alla Luciana”? Chef Mimi Shares A Delicious Recipe Here!
Chef Mimi Cooks A Traditional Italian Octopus Stew! I’m sharing a great new recipe from Chef Mimi, who posted on her blog the inspiration for the dish! Mimi posts that the recipe she found is from the blog Vincenzo’s Plate, but… Read More ›
Carol’s “A – Z” Of World Cuisine Has The Flavors Of India!
Carol’s Culinary Journey Around The World Bites Into India! My blogging friend Carol has another installment in her terrific look at food from “A – Z!” This time, she explores the incredible culinary history of India: Carol’s stories are filled… Read More ›
What Is “Oscar” Serving At Tonight’s Academy Awards? Here’s A Peek From Chef Wolfgang Puck!
Who’s Hungry For Oscar? Well, iconic Chef Wolfgang Puck knows, because he’s been in charge of the post-awards Governors Ball for decades – so get ready for his signature “salmon caviar Oscar”! These are a tradition – I know because… Read More ›
I Am Making Classic Rao’s Restaurant Meatballs And Marinara! Can I Duplicate Anna And Vincent Rao’s Sauce?
Meet The Rao’s! There is a restaurant in East Harlem that has been open since 1896 – run by multi-generations of the Rao family. Two years ago, I shared this story of trying to replicate their famous Meatball recipe –… Read More ›
A Delicious Chicken With Morels Recipe – Thanks To “Cook And Drink!”
The Site is called “Cook And Drink: The Art of Flavours!“ I came across these two Chefs when a blogging friend shared one of their recipes – and I’m hooked on their terrific mix of food and wine stories and… Read More ›
Here’s A Roast Peppers With Burrata Recipe Thanks To Chef Mimi!
Chef Mimi’s Got A Great New Dish To Share! I enjoy reading all of Chef Mimi’s food posts, as she not only make great food but also shines a spotlight on other Chefs as well! Mimi turned me on to… Read More ›
Have You Eaten “Angels On Horseback?” I’m Shucking Oysters Three Ways!
Alex Loves Oysters! My wife Alex loves oysters – so it was up to me to make her beloved bi-valves THREE WAYS! “The Big Oyster!” I was excited to make some fun, delicious and easy oyster dishes, as I am a… Read More ›