#TBT When I decided I wanted to do television some of my first appearances were on local news shows as a food expert. Here is one of those appearances from 1997 where I demonstrated how to make a lamb and raita dish on Everyday Living, a Twin Cities-based morning show. You might recognize the host… Read More →
It’s Back! I can’t even believe we’re in the sixth season of Bizarre Foods America (set your DVRs for Monday, March 24 at 9 p.m. ET/PT.) In this new season, we’re getting back to our international roots, with episodes in Vancouver, Lima and Cartagena, Colombia. Yes, remember how America is two FULL continents?! I’ll also be trying domestic… Read More →
Or What’s In This Box?! Today’s Box of the Day is a two-for-one. Let’s see what’s inside! Look here for more information on Salt & Straw.
Eating in the Capital By Bob & Sue We love visiting Washington, D.C., which has become one of the great food cities on the East Coast because of its variety of restaurants and emergence of several destination chefs. While we did not visit a José Andrés or Michael Richard restaurant on this trip, we have… Read More →
Giving Back Earlier this week, I visited St. Paul’s Payne Avenue Salvation Army to serve roasted chicken and mashed potatoes with head chef Jeff Ansorge and chat with the kids in the after-school program. The Salvation Army provides everything from basic needs and housing to rehabilitation and counseling to those in need. I was humbled… Read More →
Mystery Box A giant insulated box was dropped off at the Food Works office this morning. What’s inside? Thanks, Verlasso!
Whole30 with Melissa Hartwig It Starts with Food At the beginning of next week, Molly will be embarking on a 30-day challenge to eat better with the Whole30. Melissa Hartwig of the Whole30 joins Andrew and Molly to discuss the benefits and challenges of the program. Plus, Andrew and Molly discuss the issues with shipping… Read More →
Exploring FoodieTV FoodieTV, the latest iOS app from Glam Media (creators of foodie.com and Foodie Recipes), offers a curated collection of short-form videos with engaging food and travel content, from guided walks through Beijing’s best street food and step-by-step recipes to spotlights on chefs and independent cheesemakers. We chat with Marc Escobosa, VP of product management… Read More →
#TBT This week’s Throwback Thursday video comes from the year 1993. I was in Sarasota, Fla., for the annual Stone Crab Festival at The Colony Resort. At the closing party, a few of the chefs and I sang an awful version of “Soul Man,” the Sam & Dave classic, And, yes, that is hair on… Read More →
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 →
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 →
Where to Eat & Drink in the Big Easy By Donald Link New Orleans has countless classic bars and restaurants. One of my favorite things about this city is how these old classics work with some of the newer classics and interesting aspects of the scene that make New Orleans such a fascinating place to… Read More →
Josh Tetrick & Hampton Creek Foods The Incredible Non-Egg Josh Tetrick joins us from California to talk about Hampton Creek Foods’ incredible plant-based egg. Andrew, Molly and Josh discuss sustainability, entrepenuership, and how we can make sure no one goes hungry. Look out for a special bonus episode of Go Fork Yourself later this week. For More… Read More →
#TBT I recently cleaned out my basement and stumbled upon boxes filled with literally hundreds of VHS tapes. These are just too good not to share, so this is the first in a weekly series of Throwback Thursday videos. This clip comes from a video I made all the way back in 2001 called “Simply… Read More →
Another South Beach Wine & Food Fest has come and gone. And yes, it was hot, humid and awesome. HUGE thanks to Lee Schrager & his team for putting on what I like to think of as spring break for the culinary world…. except in this case, what happened on spring break is not staying… Read More →
Po’Boy Heaven Opened in 2008 in a quaint blue cottage on Magazine Street, Mahony’s is New Orleans’ best spot for po’boys. I love Mother’s, and I love Parkway, but if you hold a gun to my head, the po’boys at Mahony’s are better than the rest. Chef Benjamin Wicks is doing modernist spins on the classic… Read More →
Vote Now! Food is an integral part of our individual lives and communal culture in America. I’m always fascinated to see what the public considers desirable and worthy of applause via this unparalleled online food awards program. The Munchies provides a unique opportunity to spark a national conversation about fantastic food and empowers the public to voice who is most deserving.… Read More →
The Holy City Charleston is one of the oldest cities in America. While the food scene in Charleston is filled with innovators and food-forward thinkers, you can always taste the Southern roots and history in its cuisine. From incredible fresh seafood to mouth-watering barbecue to classic Southern dishes with a modern twist, you really can’t… Read More →
Two-Year Anniversary Happy Anniversary! We celebrate Go Fork Yourself‘s two-year anniversary with some of our favorite things: food news and listener questions! Andrew and Molly talk plant-based eggs, Cinnabon, James Beard Award semifinalists, whole hogs, and more. For More Information: Josh’s (Molly’s fiance) question mark beard (Instagram) Egg Replacing Startup Hampton Creek Foods Raises $23 Million From… Read More →
Celebrating Authentic Southeast Asian Cuisine Khong River House serves some of Miami’s best and most authentic Thai food. With dark wood-wrapped dining rooms, marble Buddha sculptures, and fixtures made of bamboo fish traps and antique bird cages, this spot feels more like a Thai boat house than a restaurant just steps away from trendy Lincoln Road.… Read More →
True Southern Comfort Located in an unmistakable pink shack on the outskirts of Charleston, Martha Lou’s is the place to get your Southern comfort food groove on. Sean Brock turned me on to this tiny “meat-and-three” a few years ago and I’ve been dreaming about it ever since. Martha Lou and her daughter are cooking delicious food from humble… Read More →
Bugs & Kisses XOXO, Go Fork Yourself Happy Valentine’s Day from all of us at Go Fork Yourself! On this episode, Andrew talks about his amazing BBQ experience in Atlanta, Molly explains why she wants the James Beard Awards to move to Chicago, and they discuss why we should all add insects to our diets. Plus,… Read More →
For the Love of Ramen Ivan Orkin’s path to culinary greatness is somewhat like folklore. A Jewish guy from Long Island falls in love with Japanese culture and cuisine, marries a Japanese woman and moves to Tokyo. In 2007, he opens a ramen shop as a gaijin (foreigner) in a city where residents are passionately… Read More →
Just Breathe Sour Lung Soup is a German dish, most popular in Bavaria. In German, the dish is called saure Lüngerl, which translates to “sour (or acidic) lungs.” Oddly enough, the dish isn’t technically a soup at all. Finely sliced veal offal—such as lung, heart, and sweetbreads—is placed in a bowl and smothered in a… Read More →
My Next Quarterly Box Ships Soon! Food is a lens through which I view the world. I like to think you can see the story of a people and their culture if you peek into the right bowl of soup. Some people think I am obsessed with food. Not so. I am obsessive about… Read More →
Addiction Recovery This week’s Go Fork Yourself covers the serious topic of alcohol and drug addiction. Andrew shares his experiences as an addict and how to help if you know someone struggling with substance abuse. Plus, Andrew and Molly answer some listener questions about food memories and encouraging friends and family to try new foods. Recovery Resources… Read More →
The Second City Chicago’s food scene is dynamic. There is a willingness from chefs and diners alike to experiment with food, which means every time I visit something new and exciting is happening. From classic Chicago deep-dish pizza joints to once-in-a-lifetime culinary experiences, Chicago holds strong as one of America’s most diverse and fascinating food… Read More →
Monday’s Mixed Bag By Andrew Zimmern AFAR, one of the best travel magazines out there, has launched new Travel Awards. Check it out if you ever intend to leave home this year. Speaking of leaving home, I am always asked about my obsessive use of my iPhone 24/7. I love being connected and many apps… Read More →
The Big Game Falls & Footballs Andrew and Molly talk about their plans for Super Bowl Sunday, Andrew shares his near death experience and Molly talks about going vegan for a week. Plus, find out how Andrew and Molly feel about reservations. Hey Eleanor! Jump Out of a Plane A Week of Eating Vegan Questions… Read More →
Memphis on the Rise As born and bred Memphians who grew up in large Italian families, it only makes sense that chefs Andy Ticer and Michael Hudman cook a soulful fusion of Southern and Italian cuisines at their restaurants Hog & Hominy and Andrew Michael Italian Kitchen. This happy mash-up has garnered lots of rave… Read More →
