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5 Questions: Georgia Pellegrini

Hunter Gatherer A few years ago, Georgia Pellegrini traded in her high heels for cowgirl boots and a shotgun, foregoing a cubicle on Wall Street for a “field-and-stream-to-table” life in Texas. The hunting enthusiast decided to get back to her roots, attending culinary school and cooking at Blue Hill at Stone Barns, before writing Food Heroes, which…  Read More

5 Questions: Georgia Pellegrini

Hunter Gatherer A few years ago, Georgia Pellegrini traded in her high heels for cowgirl boots and a shotgun, foregoing a cubicle on Wall Street for a “field-and-stream-to-table” life in Texas. The hunting enthusiast decided to get back to her roots, attending culinary school and cooking at Blue Hill at Stone Barns, before writing Food Heroes, which…  Read More

Bizarre Bites: Tongue

A Tasty Treat (No Pun Intended). A popular ingredient around the world, tongue is becoming more popular in the U.S. It is boneless, has more protein than a steak and half the fat. It’s a much healthier alternative than many other proteins. Plus, it comes in almost any variety you can think of: beef, pork, lamb…  Read More

Bizarre Bites: Tongue

A Tasty Treat (No Pun Intended). A popular ingredient around the world, tongue is becoming more popular in the U.S. It is boneless, has more protein than a steak and half the fat. It’s a much healthier alternative than many other proteins. Plus, it comes in almost any variety you can think of: beef, pork, lamb…  Read More

Sushi Saito

Dine With the World’s Greatest  Sushi Chef By Bob & Sue Many knowledgeable Japanese believe Takashi Saito is now the greatest sushi chef in the world. With only seven seats and located inside a car park, Saito delivers a stunning menu using smaller cuts of the highest quality fish, specially textured rice, and the proper…  Read More

Sushi Saito

Dine With the World’s Greatest  Sushi Chef By Bob & Sue Many knowledgeable Japanese believe Takashi Saito is now the greatest sushi chef in the world. With only seven seats and located inside a car park, Saito delivers a stunning menu using smaller cuts of the highest quality fish, specially textured rice, and the proper…  Read More

In Love With Austin

The world’s live music capital has a gourmet side. Austin’s quirky vibe and come-as-you-are attitude seems to attract a lot of creative talent, especially when it comes to food. From barbecue and tacos to food trailers and world-class Japanese restaurants, the Texas capital has a place for everyone. Here are just a few reasons I…  Read More

In Love With Austin

The world’s live music capital has a gourmet side. Austin’s quirky vibe and come-as-you-are attitude seems to attract a lot of creative talent, especially when it comes to food. From barbecue and tacos to food trailers and world-class Japanese restaurants, the Texas capital has a place for everyone. Here are just a few reasons I…  Read More

Go Fork Yourself: All Over the Map

All Over the Map A Little Bit of Everything We cover a whole bunch of topics on this week’s Go Fork Yourself. First, Andrew and Molly discuss no-shows at restaurants and Red Medicine’s recent Twitter controversy. Then, they talk about AZ Canteen at Target Field, and the prices of ballpark foods. Finally, they go over…  Read More

Go Fork Yourself: All Over the Map

All Over the Map A Little Bit of Everything We cover a whole bunch of topics on this week’s Go Fork Yourself. First, Andrew and Molly discuss no-shows at restaurants and Red Medicine’s recent Twitter controversy. Then, they talk about AZ Canteen at Target Field, and the prices of ballpark foods. Finally, they go over…  Read More

5 Questions: Paul Qui

Austin’s Top Chef Last year, Paul Qui rocketed into culinary fame after winning Top Chef Season 9, followed by a James Beard award for Best Chef: Southwest. The young, Filipino-born Austinite honed his skills at Uchi for eight years under chef/owner Tyson Cole, killed it as executive chef of Uchiko and is now at the helm…  Read More

5 Questions: Paul Qui

Austin’s Top Chef Last year, Paul Qui rocketed into culinary fame after winning Top Chef Season 9, followed by a James Beard award for Best Chef: Southwest. The young, Filipino-born Austinite honed his skills at Uchi for eight years under chef/owner Tyson Cole, killed it as executive chef of Uchiko and is now at the helm…  Read More

Grace

Duffy’s Understated Elegance As restaurants are trending towards casual menus and rustic decor, Curtis Duffy is running boldly in the other direction, reviving fine dining with his first solo project Grace. Duffy, who was chef de cuisine at Alinea before  receiving 2 Michelin stars for his work at Avenues, uses seasonal ingredients and modern techniques…  Read More

Vote in The Munchies 2013!

People’s Choice Food Awards Voting is now open for The Munchies 2013! Head over to Tablespoon.com/themunchies to vote for your food favorites from best food truck to best burger to best chef. You can vote daily until April 30, so vote early and vote often. The Munchies-People’s Choice Food Awards celebrates the most deserving folks in…  Read More

Grace

Duffy’s Understated Elegance As restaurants are trending towards casual menus and rustic decor, Curtis Duffy is running boldly in the other direction, reviving fine dining with his first solo project Grace. Duffy, who was chef de cuisine at Alinea before  receiving 2 Michelin stars for his work at Avenues, uses seasonal ingredients and modern techniques…  Read More

Vote in The Munchies 2013!

People’s Choice Food Awards Voting is now open for The Munchies 2013! Head over to Tablespoon.com/themunchies to vote for your food favorites from best food truck to best burger to best chef. You can vote daily until April 30, so vote early and vote often. The Munchies-People’s Choice Food Awards celebrates the most deserving folks in…  Read More

Go Fork Yourself: Vietnam

Vietnam Traveling Mouth First This week we welcome a special guest on Go Fork Yourself, Maureen from Traterra! Andrew, Molly & Maureen talk about one of Andrew’s favorite travel destinations, Vietnam. Then, they talk travel tips and what travel destinations are hot now. More information on Traterra and their Master the Art of Vietnamese Cooking…  Read More

Go Fork Yourself: Vietnam

Vietnam Traveling Mouth First This week we welcome a special guest on Go Fork Yourself, Maureen from Traterra! Andrew, Molly & Maureen talk about one of Andrew’s favorite travel destinations, Vietnam. Then, they talk travel tips and what travel destinations are hot now. More information on Traterra and their Master the Art of Vietnamese Cooking…  Read More

5 Questions: Fuchsia Dunlop

Falling in Love With Chinese Cuisine Chef and James Beard award-winning food writer Fuchsia Dunlop is an expert when it comes to Chinese food and culinary culture. The native Brit was the first foreign student, and one of only a few women, to graduate from the acclaimed Sichuan Institute of Higher Cuisine. Since then, she’s mastered…  Read More

5 Questions: Fuchsia Dunlop

Falling in Love With Chinese Cuisine Chef and James Beard award-winning food writer Fuchsia Dunlop is an expert when it comes to Chinese food and culinary culture. The native Brit was the first foreign student, and one of only a few women, to graduate from the acclaimed Sichuan Institute of Higher Cuisine. Since then, she’s mastered…  Read More

Bizarre Bites: Alligator Meat

The Other, Other White Meat Chicken and turkey continue to populate tables across the country, but maybe it’s time we start eating gator. Sounds weird, but it’s true: gator is one of the healthiest proteins. Alligator meat has a fine texture, similar to chicken and pork, but contains less calories, fat and cholesterol than either…  Read More

Easter Recipes

A Springtime Brunch As the temperatures creep above freezing and the snow starts to melt, I get excited to swap out root vegetables and heavy stews for Spring ingredients and vibrant flavors. This year, I’m thinking beyond the traditional ham-and-deviled-egg Easter feast, opting for fresh asparagus and lobster salad, tarragon-encrusted lamb with goat cheese and my…  Read More

Bizarre Bites: Alligator Meat

The Other, Other White Meat Chicken and turkey continue to populate tables across the country, but maybe it’s time we start eating gator. Sounds weird, but it’s true: gator is one of the healthiest proteins. Alligator meat has a fine texture, similar to chicken and pork, but contains less calories, fat and cholesterol than either…  Read More

Easter Recipes

A Springtime Brunch As the temperatures creep above freezing and the snow starts to melt, I get excited to swap out root vegetables and heavy stews for Spring ingredients and vibrant flavors. This year, I’m thinking beyond the traditional ham-and-deviled-egg Easter feast, opting for fresh asparagus and lobster salad, tarragon-encrusted lamb with goat cheese and my…  Read More

Red Medicine

Not Your Typical Vietnamese Restaurant Chef Jordan Kahn opened Red Medicine in 2010, inspired by many post-shift late night meals at Vietnamese restaurants around Los Angeles. Although he uses fragrant, traditional ingredients in his wildly creative menu, this isn’t your traditional Vietnamese joint. Kahn’s reinterpretation of Southeast Asian cuisine is simply stunning, almost too pretty…  Read More

Red Medicine

Not Your Typical Vietnamese Restaurant Chef Jordan Kahn opened Red Medicine in 2010, inspired by many post-shift late night meals at Vietnamese restaurants around Los Angeles. Although he uses fragrant, traditional ingredients in his wildly creative menu, this isn’t your traditional Vietnamese joint. Kahn’s reinterpretation of Southeast Asian cuisine is simply stunning, almost too pretty…  Read More

Matzoh Ball Soup|||Dill-Marinated Herring

Passover Recipes

My Seder Traditions For the uninformed, the Passover seder is a ritual feast that marks the beginning of the Jewish holiday of Passover. It is held at sundown on the 14th day of Nissan in the Hebrew calendar and on the 15th by observant Jews living outside Israel. It’s basically Thanksgiving for Jews, and it’s…  Read More

Matzoh Ball Soup|||Dill-Marinated Herring

Passover Recipes

My Seder Traditions For the uninformed, the Passover seder is a ritual feast that marks the beginning of the Jewish holiday of Passover. It is held at sundown on the 14th day of Nissan in the Hebrew calendar and on the 15th by observant Jews living outside Israel. It’s basically Thanksgiving for Jews, and it’s…  Read More