What’s Under That Bun? Good question! I’ve been exploring some of the iconic restaurants New York City – and one of the most iconic of them all is the legendary Minetta Tavern! When I looked up a list of the… Read More ›
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An Aerial Display Above Paris! Colorful Jets Over The Louvre And The Champs-Elysee!
A Colorful Salute Above Paris! Well, what a surprise this was! My wife Alex and I were in Paris on July 11, walking past The Louvre museum, when we saw this wildly colorful display above us – followed moments later… Read More ›
Christmas In Vienna! This Magical City’s “Christkindlmarkts!” Schoenbrunn Palace Food Art! Paris For New Year Too!
Christmas In Vienna! Welcome to a city that celebrates Christmas in the most magical way! As we all end 2020 living a #quarantinelife, I am sharing a few magical holidays I’ve had in some of the most unique places in… Read More ›
From “Burgundy Stars” To “The Perfectionist!” Two Riveting Books About The Downside Of Haute Cuisine And The Death Of A Chef!
The Magic Of Food! When you see an incredibly inventive dish, created by a world renowned Chef, it makes your mouth water. Like these dishes from the first American female Chef to be awarded three Michelin Stars: More about the… Read More ›
My Favorite Turkey Recipe – Maple-Glazed And Bacon-Wrapped! Here’s The Recipe And Directions!
Time For Turkey! Once a year, most of the country makes a Turkey. Some brine it, deep fry it, smoke it, or just bake it in an oven. But why do that when you can do THIS? Here is my… Read More ›
Best Chicken In Paris? Le Coq Rico Made Its Case And I Bit Down On Their Bird! A Bonus Windmill Greets You As Well!
“Either the best meat or no meat at all.” — Chef Antoine Westermann With that simple motto, the terrific restaurant Le Coq Rico was born in 2012 in the Montmartre district of Paris. Le Coq Rico sits on top of… Read More ›
Dining At Le Servan In Paris! Deliciously Inventive Bistro – Run By Two Sisters!
Meet Two Sisters, Their Parisian Bistro And Their Delicious Food Art! This beautifully constructed dish is just one of many being served at one of the best new bistros in Paris! Meet The Levha Sisters! When I was in Paris… Read More ›
Does The Michelin Guide Have A Female Chef Problem? Only FIVE Female 3-Star Michelin Chefs In The World!
Michelin’s Lack Of Stars For Female Chefs… First, bravo to Chef Dominique Crenn for receiving her third Michelin Star last fall, for her incredible cooking at her restaurant Atelier Crenn in San Francisco…more on that in a moment. While my… Read More ›
A Maple-Glazed, Bacon Wrapped Turkey! Here Is The Recipe! “Thanks”giving Indeed!
Time For Turkey! Once a year, most of the country makes a Turkey. Some brine it, deep fry it, smoke it, or just bake it in an oven. But why do that when you can do THIS? Here is my… Read More ›
Two Side Dishes To Make This Thanksgiving! Paris Potato Cake! White Castle Stuffing Too!
Bite Into This Iconic “Potato Cake” For Thanksgiving! Yes, the Thanksgiving Day menu planning is underway. I love potatoes, and this is my all-time favorite dish – a “gateau de pommes de terre” – a “potato cake!” It’s a dish… Read More ›