Just Me And A “Tartar Sauce Udon” Investigation… For those who follow along, I love Ramen noodles and Udon bowls. And you might also know that I LOVE tartar sauce. So when I went to my favorite place in West… Read More ›
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A “Chocolate Strawberry” Controversy! I Bite Into London’s Viral Strawberry Obsession – And The “Ban” That Wasn’t!
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 ›
Robbie’s “American” Burger – With A Delicious South African Twist! The #NationalBurgerMonth Finale!
American Hamburgers – South African Style! As we wind down #NationalBurgerMonth today, what better way than with an “American Burger” that has a delicious South African twist! My good blogging friend Robbie Cheadle shared a recipe for an “American Burger”,… Read More ›
Botswana Burger! #NationalBurgerDay Goes Around The World For A “Safari Slider!”
A “Botswana Burger” aka “Safari Slider!” Today is “National Burger Day” and so of course I have to celebrate with a new creation for you – but guess what? As “All American” as the burger is, this one came from… Read More ›
Long-Cooked Potatoes With Garlic And Lemon? Yes Please! Here Is Robin & Willow’s Recipe!
Who Wants A Potato Bath? That is oil, and these potatoes are bathing in it – in the best way! Chef Robin Ward shared this photo – part of an incredible potato dish – and I was hooked! She shared… Read More ›
Want A Sky-High Martini At One Of The World’s Greatest Bars? My London Connaught Bar “Martini Trolley” Adventure!
Welcome To London! Yes, I was just “across the pond” and want to share some of my food and drink adventures with you – we open this journey to London with a shot of the iconic Big Ben, because the… Read More ›
Would You Drink / Eat A “Deviled Egg Dirty Martini?” Well I Did And Here’s How!
Behold The “Deviled Egg Martini!” My good friend Audrey discovered this and she knew I would be “all in” to try and make them with her and my wife Alex! A very important note: there are a lot of terrific… Read More ›
Dig Into St. Patrick’s Day 2026! Check Out These Mile High Pastrami Sandwiches!
Who’s Hungry For St. Patrick’s Day? Well, a ridiculous question because we all are! And with the unique food that is consumed today, it’s going to be a celebration – thanks to Pastrami! Here’s a bit of history of St…. Read More ›
A Stuffed Bleu Cheese Burger – An Homage To The Late Great Chef Michael Chiarello…
I shared an obituary for Chef Michael Chiarello, who died in 2023…a true loss to the culinary world. My wife Alex and I were part of a great event at his house once, where he showcased his love of “live… Read More ›
A “Peanut Butter Burger?” Yes, My “Guber Burger” Struck A Culinary Nerve!
Behold The “Guber Burger!” What a clever idea! Make a burger, slather it with peanut butter and enjoy the nutty goodness…all good, right? HA! ANYTHING BUT! For those new to the site, this is the history of a unique food… Read More ›
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