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Andrew Zimmern’s Best Summer Recipes for the 4th of July

My Best Recipes for 4th of July There’s no better way to celebrate the holiday (and my birthday) than relaxing with family, hanging out by the grill and enjoying fresh summer produce. Here are a few of my favorite recipes, from all-American cookout classics like barbecue chicken and baked beans, to picnic perfect salads and a…  Read More

Caring4Girls: Keeping young girls in school

I received this note from a dear friend of mine, Cecile Raubenheimer. She’s participating in the Trek4Mandela to raise funds for a charity called Caring4Girls. It’s an amazing step towards helping young women in Africa. Read more about the initiative below, and support their expedition if you can. • • • Dear Friends, The time…  Read More

4th Annual Munchies: People’s Choice Food Awards

VOTE NOW! I’m happy to announce that The Munchies: People’s Choice Food Awards is back for its fourth year, honoring 100 of the top food experiences in America, along with Dan Barber as the inaugural Inspirational Food Thought Leader. The public can vote for nominees from across the country, chosen by an expert panel of…  Read More

Go Fork Yourself: Best of 2014: Part 2

Best of 2014: Part 2 Best of 2014 To celebrate the end of a great year, here is part two of our Best of 2014 episodes. One of our favorite interviews from 2014, Andrew sat down with Alton Brown in his trailer on the Cutthroat Kitchen lot to have a very honest and personal conversation…  Read More

Go Fork Yourself: Best of 2014: Part 1

Best of 2014: Part 1 Best of 2014 It’s part one of our favorite moments from 2014! Michael Symon talks about his hometown, Cleveland. Kevin Pang shares his insight into food journalism. Andrew’s son, Noah asks Molly the important questions. Lidia Bastianich tells us about how she has seen the food world change. And Guy…  Read More

Best Cookbooks of 2014

My Favorite Cookbooks of the Year Every year hundreds of cookbooks are published, dozens of which deserve a spot on your shelf. But we’ve tried to narrow it down to a handful that really impress–whether it’s the private cooking lessons from the world’s best chefs in Dana Cowin’s Mastering My Mistakes in the Kitchen, cooking…  Read More

2014 Holiday Gift Guide

Gift Giving Inspiration From products made by my students at Babson, such as the Craic & Blonde Haitian Pikliz and the super cool FireQube, to Shop Andrew Zimmern swag and my new line of cookware with CHEFS Catalog, here are my gift giving recommendations for 2014. We’ve also thrown in a few mainstays that never go out of…  Read More

Go Fork Yourself: Holiday Gift Guide 2014

Holiday Gift Guide 2014 Happy Holidays! Andrew & Molly share their favorite gift ideas for the food and travel lovers in your life. Plus, Molly’s bathroom prank and they give the Icarus Award to a man claiming to have cured alcoholism. Molly’s Gift Guides Food Nerd Edition>>> Book Worm & Movie Buff Edition>>> Watch: Icarus Award…  Read More

4 Weird Knives & Why You Might Want Them

I Believe in Using the Right Tool for the Job. That’s why I geek out over weird knives like these. Sure, you could use a chef’s knife for a multitude of purposes, but if you break down whole chickens or make noodles at home, you cannot beat using a tool designed specifically for that purpose.…  Read More

extra crispy grilled cheese

14 Back-To-School Recipes

Family-Friendly Meal Inspiration It’s that time of year again. Summer is coming to a close, kids are going back to school, and it’s time to get back into the routine of family dinners. So I dug through the archives to find recipes for my family’s favorite meals and, while these are especially appropriate for fall,…  Read More

Box of the Day: Episode 14

What’s in the box? A box with fun wrapping paper came to the office today. Let’s see what’s inside! Spoiler Alert Check out minnnice.com.

4 Common Knife Mishaps (& How to Fix Them)

Oops, I messed up my knife. A few nice knives can elevate a home cook from good to great. However, investing in those items isn’t cheap– precisely why any dings, nicks or rust can be a real heartbreaker. Don’t fret, there are some easy ways to keep your knives in ship shape. Here are four…  Read More

Uptown Art Fair 2014

Summer Lovin’ There is a reason we put up with the subzero temperatures and blizzards in Minnesota: our summers are amazing. When I am clearing the snow off my car and I can’t feel my toes, I visualize of all of the fantastic things I’m going to do after the thaw. I always look forward to…  Read More

4 Knife Skills Everyone Should Know

Dice Like a Pro Want to impress your friends? Master these four knife skills. All you need are some vegetables (cucumbers, carrots, whatever), a cutting board and a super-sharp, badass knife. In this video, I show you how to cut perfect batons, matchsticks, 1/2” dice and micro dice (or brunoise, if you want to be…  Read More

James Beard Foundation Awards 2014

Congratulations JBF Award Winners! I had a fantastic weekend at the James Beard Foundation Awards in NYC, the nation’s most prestigious awards ceremony honoring professionals in the food and beverage biz. Winners of the Foundation’s annual Book, Broadcast, and Journalism Awards were presented on May 2, at Gotham Hall in New York City, during a…  Read More

Things We Learned at Austin Food & Wine 2014

Another Austin Food & Wine has come and gone, and I for one can’t wait for 2015. One of the most fun, intimate festivals in the country. Without further ado, some of the best moments (and one sort of ugly one) from this year’s party: 1. Paul Qui has confirmed for me that the Next Big Food Trend…  Read More

2014 Munchies Awards Winners

And the winners are… Hosted by yours truly and an expert panel of 40 in-the-know culinary experts, the 2014 Munchies: People’s Choice Food Awards recognize the best-of-the-best in the food biz, from terrific tastemakers to top food destinations. It’s been exciting to ignite a passionate food debate and encourage people to support their favorite restaurants, media, and chefs…  Read More

2014 JBF Award Nominees

Congrats to the Nominees! Yesterday, the James Beard Foundation announced the finalists for the 2014 JBF awards. Congratulations to all of the nominees, what a talented pool of culinary greatness. If you didn’t catch the nominee announcement, the full list is below. The winners for the Book, Broadcast and Journalism Awards will be announced at…  Read More

A Weekend in SOBE 2014

Burgers & Beaches Here’s a video recap of my weekend at SOBEWFF 2014. From judging Burger Bash on Friday night to hosting the Best of the Munchies even on Sunday, I had a blast. I’m already looking forward to next year’s festival. More from SOBE: 16 Things We Learned at SOBEWFF Go Fork Yourself: BONUS!…  Read More

Go Fork Yourself: BONUS! SOBE 2014

BONUS! SOBE 2014 From Sunny Miami This is a very special BONUS episode of  Go Fork Yourself. Last episode, we ran out of time to share our interviews from South Beach Wine & Food Festival. We chat with Trisha Yearwood, Anne Burrell, Geoffrey Zakarian, and John Kunkel. Plus, an adorable interview with Andrew’s son, Noah. That…  Read More

Bizarre Foods America Premieres Mon., Nov. 4

It’s Back! An all new-season of of Bizarre Foods America premieres Monday, November 4 at 9|8c on Travel Channel. This season I visit New Jersey, Pittsburgh, Virginia, Toronto, Cleveland, NYC, San Francisco and Minnesota. Mark your calendars. I can’t wait!

Victory 44

A Northside Culinary Gem Chef Erick Harcey is reinventing pub classics at this neighborhood eatery in north Minneapolis, where your chef is also your waiter and the whole staff collaborates. This is one of the top (and maybe most underrated) restaurants in the Twin Cities. Every item on the chalkboard menu is a worthy adversary–from…  Read More

Victory 44

A Northside Culinary Gem Chef Erick Harcey is reinventing pub classics at this neighborhood eatery in north Minneapolis, where your chef is also your waiter and the whole staff collaborates. This is one of the top (and maybe most underrated) restaurants in the Twin Cities. Every item on the chalkboard menu is a worthy adversary–from…  Read More

Andrew Zimmern Cheeseburger Meatball Sub

Cheeseburger Meatball Subs

By Andrew Zimmern I have wanted to try this version of meatballs for a while because I am really obsessed with all kinds, from all cultures and food traditions. They are light when rolled properly and not overcooked. Meatballs are versatile and can be made quickly on a weeknight with ingredients of all types. Grilled…  Read More

Andrew Zimmern Recipe Simple Bean Soup

Easy Bean Soup

Easy Bean Soup By Andrew Zimmern I recently joined the board of directors for an amazing new advocacy group called Beans Is How. The idea: We all need to eat more beans and less of everything else. I’ll join the Bean Science & Innovation Advisory Council’s co-chairs and a trans-disciplinary council of experts, along with…  Read More

Andrew Zimmern Recipe Black Pepper Chicken

Stir Fried Chicken with Pea Tips

Black Pepper Chicken Stir Fry By Andrew Zimmern This is an easy meal that comes together quickly and — with a pot of rice and some cucumber salad — makes for a simple and delicious meal. I made a monster batch just to see if I could, and while it was unwieldy, I wanted to…  Read More

Mushroom & Miso Fettuccine

Cool Evenings Call for a Perfect Fall Pasta Dish By Andrew Zimmern If you need to make dinner in 12 minutes, how about a salad and this PERFECT pasta dish? The umami of the miso and fish sauce may sound strange, but it’s tempered by the butter and cream, which intensify the flavors of the…  Read More

Stuffed Pepper Tacos

This is the taco of your dreams. By Andrew Zimmern Pan-charred stuffed cheesy peppers make a delicious taco filling, and the charred soft pepper halves still retain their green vegetal quality despite the other ingredients creating an explosion of flavors. The peppers stand up perfectly to the cheese as well, and they’re the perfect platform…  Read More

Andrew Zimmern Recipe Pasta with Clams

Pasta With Spicy Sausage and Clam Sauce

Pasta With Spicy Sausage and Clam Sauce By Andrew Zimmern Pasta with clams is a once-a-weeker in my home, and whether I put it over linguine or any other shape pasta, it doesn’t matter: the sauce and the noodles are harmonious regardless of what shape you use (though I do like macaroni and orecchiette because…  Read More