Month: June 2012

Venom is the New Sous Vide

Dueling Chefs G E Bowles kicks Steve Dolinsky out of his new eatery Josh Habiger unloads on John Mariani  Eddie Huang unloads on everybody, most recently Marcus Samuelsson in the Observer. And Marcus responded. We all say sh*t we don’t mean to, but is it just me or is it odd that the Observer editors…  Read More

Go Fork Yourself: Why Eddie Huang is Wrong

Why Eddie Huang is Wrong Eddie v. Marcus Andrew skypes in from Washington D.C. this week to talk to Molly about Eddie Huang’s recent attack on Marcus Samuelsson of Harlem’s Red Rooster. They discuss race in the food world and why Huang should take a different direction. Questions We want to include your listener questions…  Read More

Venom is the New Sous Vide

Dueling Chefs G E Bowles kicks Steve Dolinsky out of his new eatery Josh Habiger unloads on John Mariani  Eddie Huang unloads on everybody, most recently Marcus Samuelsson in the Observer. And Marcus responded. We all say sh*t we don’t mean to, but is it just me or is it odd that the Observer editors…  Read More

Go Fork Yourself: Why Eddie Huang is Wrong

Why Eddie Huang is Wrong Eddie v. Marcus Andrew skypes in from Washington D.C. this week to talk to Molly about Eddie Huang’s recent attack on Marcus Samuelsson of Harlem’s Red Rooster. They discuss race in the food world and why Huang should take a different direction. Questions We want to include your listener questions…  Read More

Snake River Grill

Wyoming’s Finest By Bob & Sue Possibly Wyoming’s finest restaurant located in the shadow of the Grand Tetons, the rustic Snake River Grill features delicious hearty food and a thoughtful wine list. CIA trained and James Beard nominated chef Jeff Drew offers both classical dishes (English pea soup, air dried Asian duck and Korean-style beef…  Read More

Watch What Happens Live

Crossed “Play Plead the 5th with Andy Cohen” off my bucket list. I love Bravo TV and think Andy Cohen’s Watch What Happens Live is simply genius.  The  very tall and lean Joe Manganiello (he’s from True Blood & Magic Mike… if you don’t know him, your girlfriend/wife/mom/sister will clue you in), Andy & I…  Read More

Snake River Grill

Wyoming’s Finest By Bob & Sue Possibly Wyoming’s finest restaurant located in the shadow of the Grand Tetons, the rustic Snake River Grill features delicious hearty food and a thoughtful wine list. CIA trained and James Beard nominated chef Jeff Drew offers both classical dishes (English pea soup, air dried Asian duck and Korean-style beef…  Read More

Watch What Happens Live

Crossed “Play Plead the 5th with Andy Cohen” off my bucket list. I love Bravo TV and think Andy Cohen’s Watch What Happens Live is simply genius.  The  very tall and lean Joe Manganiello (he’s from True Blood & Magic Mike… if you don’t know him, your girlfriend/wife/mom/sister will clue you in), Andy & I…  Read More

Go Fork Yourself: Aspen & More

Aspen & More All About Aspen Andrew and Molly have a chat via Skype discussing their busy weeks. Molly talks about her seafood challenge and Andrew fills us in on the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen. Visit: Bocuse d’Or USA Foundation Questions We want to include your listener questions in upcoming podcasts. If you want…  Read More

Go Fork Yourself: Aspen & More

Aspen & More All About Aspen Andrew and Molly have a chat via Skype discussing their busy weeks. Molly talks about her seafood challenge and Andrew fills us in on the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen. Visit: Bocuse d’Or USA Foundation Questions We want to include your listener questions in upcoming podcasts. If you want…  Read More

The Braiser Interview

Fact: The Braiser is my new favorite website. I was thrilled to sit down with these folks at Aspen F+W last weekend. We talked about the new season of Bizarre Foods, L.L. Cool J, and why I’m the luckiest guy on TV. Read the full interview here.

The Braiser Interview

Fact: The Braiser is my new favorite website. I was thrilled to sit down with these folks at Aspen F+W last weekend. We talked about the new season of Bizarre Foods, L.L. Cool J, and why I’m the luckiest guy on TV. Read the full interview here.

The New Potato Interview

I talk to The New Potato about my ultimate food day, wastefulness and what I’d serve at a Bizarre Foods-inspired restaurant. Click here to read the full article.

The New Potato Interview

I talk to The New Potato about my ultimate food day, wastefulness and what I’d serve at a Bizarre Foods-inspired restaurant. Click here to read the full article.

Roasting 101: Caja China

I’ve Never Used Anything So Foolproof. It’s like a giant charcoal and metal crock pot for whole animals. I know, that turns me on, too. Get your own Caja China on OpenSky.

Roasting 101: Caja China

I’ve Never Used Anything So Foolproof. It’s like a giant charcoal and metal crock pot for whole animals. I know, that turns me on, too. Get your own Caja China on OpenSky.

La Condesa

For Incredible Mexican Food… In a city full of great Mexican places, this is my pick for something a little less down and dirt. I love Chef Ortiz’s fantastic, modern takes on guac, tacos, plus killer drinks & desserts (pastry chef Laura Sawicki is one of the best in the country). Contact 400A West 2nd…  Read More

ink.

Modern LA Cuisine Michael Voltaggio is an amazing guy and talented chef. Two years after winning Top Chef, Voltaggio opened his first restaurant, ink. It’s a no-fuss kind of place; food freaks and grandmas will feel very welcome, but you’ll want to leave the picky eaters in your family at home. The menu is inspired…  Read More

La Condesa

For Incredible Mexican Food… In a city full of great Mexican places, this is my pick for something a little less down and dirt. I love Chef Ortiz’s fantastic, modern takes on guac, tacos, plus killer drinks & desserts (pastry chef Laura Sawicki is one of the best in the country). Contact 400A West 2nd…  Read More

ink.

Modern LA Cuisine Michael Voltaggio is an amazing guy and talented chef. Two years after winning Top Chef, Voltaggio opened his first restaurant, ink. It’s a no-fuss kind of place; food freaks and grandmas will feel very welcome, but you’ll want to leave the picky eaters in your family at home. The menu is inspired…  Read More

Go Fork Yourself: Seafood

Seafood Plenty of fish in the sea? Andrew takes a break from the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen to call Molly at Food Works HQ. They talk True Blood, vegan meat, and seafood. Visit: Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch Questions We want to include your listener questions in upcoming podcasts. If you want to ask…  Read More

Go Fork Yourself: Seafood

Seafood Plenty of fish in the sea? Andrew takes a break from the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen to call Molly at Food Works HQ. They talk True Blood, vegan meat, and seafood. Visit: Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch Questions We want to include your listener questions in upcoming podcasts. If you want to ask…  Read More

Disruptive Heroes

Hacking Work named me as one of their 100 Disruptive Heroes.  I talked with business innovator Bill Jensen about my past, why I feel so strongly about sharing meals with people and other lessons form the road.

Coop’s Hot Fudge

My latest obsession: Coop’s Hot Fudge. Each batch is made by hand (and there’s a signature on every jar to prove it). This is the kind of old school treat I can’t get enough of. Get your own batch on OpenSky.

Eleven Madison Park

Tailored Cuisine Expect a modernist take on French cuisine, catered to your individual tastes. Here’s how it works: Diners receive a grid listing 16 words that represent every dish’s principle ingredient. Select four words from the menu that resonate with you, then discuss preferences and any food allergies with your server. The kitchen tailors the…  Read More

O YA

Wicked Awesome O YA is one of my all-time favorite restaurants. Chef Tim Cushman’s goal is to create single bites of food that pack in the flavor of an entire meal. Contact 9 East Street Boston, Massachusetts 02111 617.654.9900 www.oyarestaurantboston.com

Piccolo

Small Plates, Big Impact Chef Doug Flicker does small plates with a purpose. Everything you order here will make for three to five bites of the most thoughtful dishes you’ve had in a while– perfectly crafted without even a dash of filler insight. I love the pork hocks with soft eggs. It’s a dish I…  Read More

Coop’s Hot Fudge

My latest obsession: Coop’s Hot Fudge. Each batch is made by hand (and there’s a signature on every jar to prove it). This is the kind of old school treat I can’t get enough of. Get your own batch on OpenSky.