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Celebrating the Life of Caren Zimmern

“If you don’t have flair, then to Hell with you!” – Caren Zimmern It is with a heavy heart that I share the news of my mother’s passing. We celebrated the life of this amazing woman last Friday at a small “memorial cocktail party” in Minneapolis. As some of you know, my mother had unique…  Read More

Celebrating the Life of Caren Zimmern

“If you don’t have flair, then to Hell with you!” – Caren Zimmern It is with a heavy heart that I share the news of my mother’s passing. We celebrated the life of this amazing woman last Friday at a small “memorial cocktail party” in Minneapolis. As some of you know, my mother had unique…  Read More

The Varsity – Atlanta

The Secret to Amazing Real Onion Rings! I stopped by The Varsity in Atlanta while filming the latest season of Appetite for Life. This huge drive-in is an American classic. Watch this video to see why their onion rings are so darn good. That method is no joke. The Varsity Downtown 61 North Avenue Atlanta, GA 30308…  Read More

Kung Fu AZ

Dude, How Awesome is This? In the great tradition of Toshiro Mifune and Bruce Lee comes a new breed of martial artist.  This is a small taste of the green screen work I did at Hit Hut studios in Hong Kong. It’s less than 30 seconds, but it shows you who the next Jet Li…  Read More

The Varsity – Atlanta

The Secret to Amazing Real Onion Rings! I stopped by The Varsity in Atlanta while filming the latest season of Appetite for Life. This huge drive-in is an American classic. Watch this video to see why their onion rings are so darn good. That method is no joke. The Varsity Downtown 61 North Avenue Atlanta, GA 30308…  Read More

Kung Fu AZ

Dude, How Awesome is This? In the great tradition of Toshiro Mifune and Bruce Lee comes a new breed of martial artist.  This is a small taste of the green screen work I did at Hit Hut studios in Hong Kong. It’s less than 30 seconds, but it shows you who the next Jet Li…  Read More

Thoughts on Intervention & Recovery TV

First there was Intervention…now Relapse. When will see a show about Recovery in all its glory? THAT would be the most noteworthy and revealing of the entire franchise if we ever get to see it. This is not a rallying cry for the recovering community, it’s a tribal shout for all of humankind to move past the…  Read More

Thoughts on Intervention & Recovery TV

First there was Intervention…now Relapse. When will see a show about Recovery in all its glory? THAT would be the most noteworthy and revealing of the entire franchise if we ever get to see it. This is not a rallying cry for the recovering community, it’s a tribal shout for all of humankind to move past the…  Read More

Wellness in America

Bourdain, Deen, Bruni, Redzepi & Why it Matters Paula Deen and those that cook with commoditized unhealthy ingredients are to be faulted most not for telling us to eat canned, processed and commoditized ingredients– but because they never tell you not to! The food-health-wellness issue in America is indeed a class issue. It costs money…  Read More

Wellness in America

Bourdain, Deen, Bruni, Redzepi & Why it Matters Paula Deen and those that cook with commoditized unhealthy ingredients are to be faulted most not for telling us to eat canned, processed and commoditized ingredients– but because they never tell you not to! The food-health-wellness issue in America is indeed a class issue. It costs money…  Read More

10 Reasons to Stay In on Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is upon us. While some folks opt for the romantic dinner in a fancy restaurant, I enjoy spending the night in with my family, making dinner and watching a flick. I don’t know about you, but I usually find a good food movie to be sexier than your run-of-the-mill romantic comedy. If that’s…  Read More

10 Reasons to Stay In on Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is upon us. While some folks opt for the romantic dinner in a fancy restaurant, I enjoy spending the night in with my family, making dinner and watching a flick. I don’t know about you, but I usually find a good food movie to be sexier than your run-of-the-mill romantic comedy. If that’s…  Read More

10 Best Travel Moments

Make that 12… I couldn’t narrow it down! I am forced to leave out lemon ice in Aleppo Syria, salumi in Sicily, smoked meats in Berchtesgaden, the World Body Painting Festival in Austria, eating street food in Hong Kong, chili crab and laksa in Singapore, market prowling in Hanoi, noodle soup in Bangkok, dining and…  Read More

10 Best Travel Moments

Make that 12… I couldn’t narrow it down! I am forced to leave out lemon ice in Aleppo Syria, salumi in Sicily, smoked meats in Berchtesgaden, the World Body Painting Festival in Austria, eating street food in Hong Kong, chili crab and laksa in Singapore, market prowling in Hanoi, noodle soup in Bangkok, dining and…  Read More

Best Ribs in Chicago

Two Words: Uncle John’s. My pal Billy Dec & I talk Bizarre Foods, BBQ & dining al fresco on the south side.

Best Ribs in Chicago

Two Words: Uncle John’s. My pal Billy Dec & I talk Bizarre Foods, BBQ & dining al fresco on the south side.

5 Questions: Adam Richman

When I first heard of Man v. Food show, I was skeptical. So this guy goes around the country, attempting to conquer iconic food challenges (i.e. scarfing an entire 72-ounce steak at Amarillo’s Big Texan Steak Ranch), while we watch? But a few minutes into the show, I was hooked. Adam Richman’s wit, charm and seemingly endless…  Read More

5 Questions: Adam Richman

When I first heard of Man v. Food show, I was skeptical. So this guy goes around the country, attempting to conquer iconic food challenges (i.e. scarfing an entire 72-ounce steak at Amarillo’s Big Texan Steak Ranch), while we watch? But a few minutes into the show, I was hooked. Adam Richman’s wit, charm and seemingly endless…  Read More

Sicily

Join me in Sicily for a Trip of a Lifetime

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TV

Family Dinner with Andrew Zimmern In Family Dinner, Andrew Zimmern visits families across America to explore how the cultural, regional, and historical facets of who we are inform what and how we eat, and all the ways food brings people together. Watch Family Dinner on Magnolia Network, or stream on Max and Discovery+

Andrew Zimmern Recipe Pelmeni

Pelmeni

Russian Pork & Veal Dumplings By Andrew Zimmern Dumplings are the PERFECT comfort food. These pelmeni are Russian-style dumplings filled with pork, veal and caramelized onions. Made with sour cream, buttermilk, eggs and flour, the dough is really easy to work with, so don’t be intimidated. Serve them with a dollop of sour cream and…  Read More

Resources

Outrage, grief and pain over the failure to address equity issues, real justice and systemic racism is fueling a necessary movement for change across the nation. I believe in stepping up and advocating for our BIPOC and any marginalized communities. Let’s dismantle these oppressive systems. I am listening and learning, and will amplify and donate…