Seeking Cookbooks Rich in History and Storytelling
Doing a little research for a new project… friends, what are some of your favorite cookbooks that are heavy on the history and storytelling? IE: The Mosquito Supper Club or California Soul.
Intimate Farm Kitchen Private Dining, No Reservations Needed
We celebrated a very special person in our lives at a very special place. Such a wonderful experience at a farm kitchen where every detail was carefully crafted. No reservations. no menus. no strangers. just you, your people, and a...
Remembering KM's: Pricey Nostalgia and Wild Dining Vibes
I loved Kate Mantillini's. Have many great memories there. It was not a diner... unless your idea of a diner was a place where the tab was always $40 or more per person no matter what you ordered. Could easily...
Intelligent Robots Streamline Operations in Modern Bakeries
Romias #Robotics Builds Intelligent #Robot System to Support Modern Bakeries by @lukas_m_ziegler #FoodTech #Innovation #EmergingTech #TechForGood https://t.co/4lqaHVMyH0
Rhubarb Shines in Indian Chut
A mash note to the fleeting: Rhubarb, starring in a warm-spiced Indian chutney. Plus, three dining tips in L.A. https://t.co/XtL1ao8b0P https://t.co/NUoOwD0ZLf
Charming Lunch at The Place, Florence's Santa Maria Novella
Lovely spot for lunch at The Place in Santa Maria Novella in Florence, Italy https://t.co/OGFY5yelQ9
Cilantro Taste Preferences Can Be Relationship Dealbreakers
Making mango salsa and realizing that I don’t think I could be with someone who thinks cilantro tastes like soap
New Must-Read Cookbooks to Add to Your Shelf
From my bookshelf to yours: several books to discover this month 📖 "Mindful Cooking" - Coming out October 6! Pre-order link in bio "Table 4 at The River Cafe" by Ruthie Rogers "The Secret History of French Cooking" by @lukebarr "Ohana Style" by...
Magnolia Petals Are Edible—Exploring Their Chemistry and Gin
Did you know magnolia petals are edible? I didn't until this year, and discovering that they are led me to this exploration of magnolia chemistry (and experiments in making magnolia gin). Learn more in the graphic here: https://www.compoundchem.com/2026/04/20/magnolia/
Japan Elevates Simple Frying to Michelin-Star Art
Tempura is a perfect example of Bourdain saying Japanese food is “perfection and precision” with “few components.” Fried battered food is found everywhere in the world. But only Japan gets Michelin stars for it (tempura omasake spots). Portuguese brought the batter-and-fry technique to...
Robotic Pods Bring Autonomous Food Delivery to Tables
#Robot Pod Restaurant: #Autonomous Food Delivery to Every Table by @amazingthings_ #Innovation #EmergingTech #Tech #Technology https://t.co/jxF1VBvrr1
Tokyo's Michelin Surge Reflects Its Vast Restaurant Landscape
When Michelin Guide launched in Tokyo in 2007, it was a bit controversial. The Guide was founded in France in 1900 and did first non-European city only in 2005 (New York). Two years later, Tokyo got more stars (191) than...
Yunnan Cuisine: America's Next Underrated Food Wave
Nope. It's already widespread and good. My two-cents: Yunnan food is THE most underrated cuisine in America so if you are Hunan'ed, Sichuan'ed, and Xi'an'ed out, it's time for a Yunnan restaurant wave across America.
Celebrating Mentor Jacques Pepin and Supporting Youth Culinary Education
Last week at the jacquespepinfoundation annual gala I was honored to participate in celebrating MY mentor the great Jacques Pepin. Great to see claudinepepin @shoreywesen @sarasmoulton jaimiealexander and hundreds of other friends and colleagues … please support the JPF and...
White Vs. Red: Which Grand Central Chowder Wins?
Which do you prefer at the Grand Central Oyster Bar, white or red clam chowder? https://t.co/01Gk5drvy7
Beyond Gimmicks: Chipotle's Al Pastor Chicken Impresses
I make (gentle) fun of restaurant analysts sometimes when they talk about “innovation” it’s always something like hey this burger now has three patties let’s shit ourselves with excitement. But I just tried the chipotle al pastor chicken and I just...
Stock Your Freezer for a Year‑Long BBQ Season
BBQ'd If you plan to do much grilling this year it might be time to stock up the freezer https://t.co/0tEBJVaYas
Eight Years Later: Is DeKalb Market Hall Still Worth It?
Today's Substack is a visit to the eight year old DeKalb Market Hall. Is it still worth visiting? https://t.co/9licBgoJhK https://t.co/abX8bDvSxe
Keep Soba Simple: Honest Ingredients, No Shortcuts
Don’t overcomplicate soba. That’s the mistake. Take a cue from this bowl. Chicken, leeks, good broth, and noodles done right. No shortcuts, no hiding. Just clean, honest flavor that hits every time. Check out the link in my bio for the full recipe.
Hainan Jones Opens Counter at DeKalb Market
Hainan Jones has a counter in DeKalb Market, read about it tomorrow in my Substack: https://t.co/mAymqyqsvv
Ramen’s Global Roots, Not Just College Cheap Noodles
Ramen didn’t start in Japan… and it definitely didn’t end in your college dorm. I put together a short list of the bowls I actually go out of my way for. The kind that make you stop mid-slurp and pay attention. If...
Testing Fresh Rhubarb for Upcoming Indian-Spiced Recipe
I got hold of some fresh rhubarb and started testing for my forthcoming “Next Course” online newsletter. Look for my Indian-spiced recipe next week, on beehiiv.
Chor Bazaar's Misal Pav Drenches Crunchy Snacks in Fiery Chutney
Misal pav at Chor Bazaar features crunchy snacks in a lake of red chile chutney. https://t.co/nrBIPKwnXg https://t.co/dmo7P5L5YG
New Bizarre Foods Series Returns with Deadly Stonefish
I’ve eaten a lot of things in my life. Some delicious, some that could actually kill you if handled the wrong way. Case in point: stonefish. Back in Bizarre Foods Season 2, I sat down with one of the most venomous...
Celebrating Coffee Creators' Passion From Bean to Brew
So beyond inspiring chatting with all the incredible coffee @youtubecreators at worldofcoffeeusa Passion for craft - bean to brew to pour - at the highest levels
My Curated Upper West Side Restaurant Guide Goes Live
My idiosyncratic list of where to eat on the Upper West Side just went online on Gothamist: https://t.co/TvHkslwscH
Dominique Ansel’s Triple Pistachio Roll Delights SoHo
Our Triple Pistachio Roll at Dominique Ansel Bakery in SoHo: pistachio cream and gooey caramelized pistachio praliné surrounded by laminated brioche, finished with toasted pistachios. Available daily here in SoHo NYC.
Simple Wine‑steamed Mussels: Market Fresh, Flavor‑packed
What I did with the fresh mussels from the farmers market yesterday afternoon, cooked in wine, butter, garlic, shallots and a dab of tomato paste https://t.co/gOngZrmD7c
Weekend Experiments Yield Three Daring Sandwich Creations
This weekend I invented: -Three Nut Butter and Banana Jelly Sandwiches -Walden Pond Scum: A Thoreauly Delicious Treat -Bacon-Apple-Asian Pear Jam
Sacramento's Best Eats: Farm‑to‑Table New American
Part of the mental reset of living in Sacramento has been realizing that it's the first city I've ever lived in where all the best restaurants are farm-to-table New American.
Make Chocolate Marshmallows with My New Book
[New video and recipe] How to make chocolate marshmallows, from my new book The Great Book of Chocolate https://t.co/sUXFaCc79v
Rediscovered GMA's Asian Ramen Slaw: A Bright Spot
Found the Asian ramen slaw my GMA used to make in the wild this week, a real bright spot https://t.co/106mlNJvaN
Dessert Pizza Delight: Nutella, Pistachio, Marshmallows
Tonight was ooni pizza oven night. Capped it off with a dessert pizza. Nutella, Pistachio cream, chocolate and Marshmallows 🔥 https://t.co/RVu3KDi6yv
Hard Wine Work Comes Alive at Charleston Classic
It never gets old seeing all the hard wine work come to life. Excited to be back in Charleston leading wine seminars at the Food + Wine Classic Charleston. Tickets go on sale May 13. https://foodandwineclassicincharleston.com/
Exceptional Evening at Atelier Crenn: Kindness, Talent, Passion
Dining atelier.crenn was a fantastic experience and we enjoyed an incredible , delicious evening . Thank you dominiquecrenn and Team for your kindness, talent and passion ... 🤩😍🎉🙏
New Thai Spot Wanglang Delivers Fresh Flavors
Feel like reading a restaurant review today? Here's my take on Thai newcomer Wanglang, just off Madison Square. https://t.co/SNxAKr3MfF https://t.co/l9NkuA1BPF
Celebrating Fortnum’s Food & Drink Awards Shortlist Success
Congratulations to everyone shortlisted for the Fortnum’s Food and Drink awards. My subtle way of congratulating myself (cookery writer, and as part of the marvellous the Kitchen Cabinet team in the audio category.) https://t.co/mRCliVZXx1
Imagine Fusion: Pennsylvania Dutch Izakaya Meets Spokane BBQ
Columbus-style pizza is divine, but what are some other interesting things to develop? • What would a Pennsylvania Dutch izakaya restaurant have on the menu? Can you make a dish at home and share it and start testing? What would be...
Celebrate Restaurant Regular Perks with Recipe and Q&A
The joys of being a restaurant regular. Plus, a recipe for a classic salad and a Q & A with a Washington notable. You'll find it all in my "Next Course" newsletter https://t.co/cU655CHjec via @tomsietsema
Sushi Tastes Better in a Bowl, Not a Plate
Sushi is a lot nicer if you eat it from a bowl than from a plate. It seems a bit odd that the people who gave us Toyota, Casio, Sony and the LED lightbulb failed to notice this for 500...
Look North
Too many people are chasing the same plates in Paris, Rome, and Madrid.�That’s not where the story is being written anymore. Look north. In Berlin, it’s raw, evolving, and unapologetically creative. In Switzerland, precision and tradition collide on every plate. And...
Pearl Street: Boulder’s All‑Day Foodie Paradise
We spent a weekend exploring Boulder, Colorado’s food scene and Pearl Street did not disappoint. From happy hour cocktails to late night gelato (2x) this street is a foodie’s dream. Here’s the full video 👇
Best Miami Vice Found at Stilts, Marco Island
I have an announcement to make: After years of research I have determined the best Miami Vice is served at Stilts in Marco Island Perfect mix https://t.co/VIpCcI5lNC
Korean Cuisine’s Surprising Sweetness Highlighted by “Sugar Boy”
Hot take: Korean food in Korea is really sweet. Exhibit: One of the more famous Korean chef is called “Sugar Boy.” https://www.dongascience.com/en/news/11450
Vegan, Gluten‑Free Lemon Bars Delight with Custard‑Like Texture
Mrs made vegan, gluten-free lemon bars today. Some notes- taste is VERY on point. Texture…not very lemon bar-y. It’s more of a custard-esque key lime pie substance texture All in all, delicious. 9/10. (Note, our son is allergic to eggs and...
Sweet Wines Like Port Pair Perfectly with Chocolate
Sipping a glass of Port while eating Easter chocolate🍫🍷 Chocolate can pair beautifully with wine… but not every wine works. Most dry red wines actually get really weird with chocolate. But Port, Banyuls, or a rich Lambrusco work so well with it.✨
Elegant High Tea at Historic 1892 Brown Palace
dressing up for high tea never gets old, and The Brown Palace is a historic gem (opened 1892!) https://t.co/fWwnLs60sy
Consistently Excellent Seafood and Service Across All Locations
One of my takeaways from (many) meals at @thesaltline — all three locations — is not just how good the raw oysters, clam chowder and seafood rolls are, but how consistent everything is, service included. No easy feat.
From Secret Sips to Open Cheers: A Beer Journey
There is a bus stop in Chennai called sarai kadai. The liquor shop stop. My school bus used to halt there. The star was not the liquor itself — sold in small sachets — but the spicy pickle that came alongside....
San Diego Gem Fleurettesd Delights with Chef's Hospitality
While visiting San Diego we discovered a beautiful restaurant fleurettesd and enjoyed very much the cuisine and hospitality of Chef @travisswikard and Team. 😋