Hotels From Food Works HQ, we are very excited to present to you our new podcast, Go Fork Yourself with Andrew Zimmern & Molly Mogren. Andrew explores the world along with fellow food fanatic & traveler Molly Mogren on this weekly podcast. They talk with your favorite chefs and travel experts, and dive into the topics… Read More →
Join me for a trip of a lifetime! Book Now Japan is one of the most extraordinary food cultures on Earth. This summer, I’m hosting an unforgettable culinary journey through Japan. This isn’t tourism, this is total immersion in Japanese culture and tradition. We begin in Tokyo, one of the greatest food cities in the…
Baltimore-Style Crab Cake Heaven By Andrew Zimmern These are what has commonly been referred to as Baltimore-style crab cakes, which are made with an egg and mayo base that’s absorbed by the cracker crumbs to serve as a binder around the lumps of crab. There is no onion, bell pepper, or other ingredients to interfere… Read More →
Tuna Tataki By Andrew Zimmern STOP with the tuna tartare! Try tuna tataki (a.k.a. the dish you all have been sleeping on). It starts with beautiful, sustainable, fresh tuna from your local seafood store. Impress your friends with some responsibly sourced seafood magic. Whenever shopping for seafood of any type always do so responsibly and… Read More →
Grilled Redfish on the Half Shell By Andrew Zimmern A day on the water in South Carolina with captain Jim fishing for redfish can’t be beat, it was such a fantastic opportunity. But, getting to cook those redfish over an open fire? That’s the real treat. The best way to cook redfish is “on the… Read More →
Raw Fish Perfection By Andrew Zimmern With any raw fish preparation, it’s important to source the best quality seafood you can find. In general, whole fish is fresher than filets. Plus, you can utilize the head, bones and skin to make a beautiful fish broth for soups and sauces. The eyes should be clear, the… Read More →
An Easy Sweet, Sour and Savory Braise By Andrew Zimmern Adobo is a staple of Filipino cuisine, the national dish that showcases the balance of Filipino flavors and influences from the Spanish occupation. At its core, it’s a protein braised with vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and spices, but there are as many takes on this… Read More →
By Andrew Zimmern Potatoes are one of Maine’s most valuable agricultural commodities, last year the state harvested nearly 2 BILLION pounds. There is a newer varietal, the widely available Caribou Russet, that’s ideal for my favorite gnocchi recipe. This gnocchi dough is so forgiving and simple, so no need to be intimidated. Plus, it makes… Read More →
The iconic Hawaiian plate lunch is an overloaded plate of delicious food, often comprised of two proteins, two starches, gravy and a fried egg. In this episode of Wild Game Kitchen, I reimagine this craveable meal with a hand-chopped venison burger topped with homemade gravy and a fried egg, jumbo grilled shrimp, a humble macaroni… Read More →
Do you really need a quality chef’s knife? I think so. A quality knife works better, is safer to use, and— with the right care— will last a long time. There are a few easy things that you can do to ensure you get the most out of your knives. I’m discussing all this in…
Passport Hospitality Andrew Zimmern is the CEO and founder Passport Hospitality, a restaurant and food retail development company that provides consulting services and creates unique culinary concepts inspired by his travels. Passport Hospitality delivers original, authentic culinary concepts inspired by our travels to restaurants and markets. We provide project consulting and full-service restaurant development, managing…
Intuitive Content As the CEO of Intuitive Content, Andrew Zimmern leads a company of industry veterans to develop and produce dynamic original television and broadcast specials, while partnering with some of the world’s biggest companies to create brand-driven series and web content. Our expertise and focus is creating entertainment around captivating human narrative, food, lifestyle…
From my grandmother’s split pea soup to pasta carbonara and sticky Chinese chicken wings, my FREE digital cookbook includes all of my best-loved recipes. This digital cookbook has a little bit of everything. Soups, salads and appetizers, plus game day snacks that are super-shareable, hearty weeknight meals and even a few special occasion items (hello,…
Extra Crispy Grilled Cheese Sandwich & Cream of Tomato Soup Grilled cheese and tomato soup go together like Prince and Purple Rain. For this quintessential pairing, I like to double down on the tomato flavor by adding thinly sliced roasted tomatoes to my sandwich, before schmearing it with mayo and toasting in a pan with… Read More →
Shakshuka A one-skillet recipe with bright North African and Mediterranean flavors, shakshuka is an easy dish of eggs baked in a savory, red pepper and spicy tomato sauce. It’s an impressive but foolproof brunch or lunch, and a compelling argument for eggs for dinner. Tips for making a delicious shakshuka: In the summer, I love… Read More →
Seasoned Breadcrumbs 4 cups of day-old Italian bread, torn into chunks 3 tablespoons Badia seasoning mix 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest (zest of one lemon) Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. In a food processor, pulse the bread with the Badia seasoning, olive oil, and lemon zest until… Read More →
Like so many other food professionals, I’ve been cooking since I was a little kid tugging at my grandmother’s apron strings. I learned food prep basics sitting in her teeny West End Avenue apartment kitchen on weekends as a young boy. I cooked with my mom and dad every chance I could, and I treasured… Read More →
Homegrown Tomato Pie By Ashley Christensen I call this Homegrown Tomato Pie not as a sourcing requirement, but because the tomato pie is most present in the season where friends are pulling tomatoes daily from their own backyards. I imagine it came to be because, when a fruit is plentiful, people always find a way… Read More →
About Andrew Zimmern Andrew Zimmern has spent decades proving that food can be a powerful force for cultural understanding and social change. An Emmy-winning and James Beard Award-winning television host, chef and food advocate, he brings boundless curiosity and deep empathy to his exploration of global cuisine on his acclaimed shows, including the Bizarre Foods franchise, The Zimmern…
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 →
The Best Recipes for a Memorial Day Barbecue From lobster rolls and baby back ribs to homemade baked beans and an easy mixed berry crumble, here are a few delicious ways to help you welcome summer this weekend. Lobster Rolls, Two Ways Here are two easy recipes for everyone’s favorite summer sandwich, the lobster… Read More →
Crispy Crab Rolls By Andrew Zimmern This dish combines my love of Asian cooking and my obsession with mid-19th-century Southern country club recipes. The crust of these crispy crab rolls filled with moist flaked seafood, is made with—surprise!—soft, white sandwich bread. Served with a doctored Thai sweet chile sauce, it’s an irresistible snack. Watch Andrew… Read More →
Martina Located in Linden Hills in the old Upton 43 space—which got stripped of its sterile Scandinavian decor for a more inviting dining room modeled after traditional estancias, or Argentinian ranches—Martina may be new, but its seafood-centric menu has earned its place among the city’s great restaurants. It’s the first solo endeavor of chef Daniel… Read More →
Grand Cafe Important restaurants keep exploding all over the Twin Cities. Grand Cafe joins the list that includes Spoon & Stable, Heyday, Bellecour, Corner Table and many new to the scene like Kado No Mise and Martina, that are proof positive Minnesota is ground zero for some of the best food in America. Photograph… Read More →
“I would like to say that what I fear are the challenges that stand in front of me, when in reality what I fear is the cowardice that lays within me.” – Craig Lounsbrough 2017 was a crazy year for me filled with ups and downs, mistakes made, tragedies big and small, successes and disappointments,… Read More →
The Travail Collective When you hear 3-hour 20-course tasting menu, my guess is you are not envisioning a restaurant with giant stuffed animals in the rafters of the dining room, or one with a raucous atmosphere where the chefs are also the waiters and food runners, and often microphone-wielding MCs who encourage group participation in… Read More →
Mixed Berry Crumble By Andrew Zimmern One morning several years ago, I was set up in the kitchen to bake a dessert as my contribution for a family dinner. My son begged me to make cookies, but I had a berry crisp in the works, so a compromise was made and this recipe was born.… Read More →
Feeding hungry children is not a political issue, it’s a moral one. On Tuesday morning, the White House sent its annual “budget blueprint” to Congress. This budget recommends deep cuts to programs that would be devastating to the children that many organizations work to help each day, like Share Our Strength. I wanted to make… Read More →
