Like many, one might guess a bad hurricane season or a higher rate of seasonal flu to be the reason when out-of-season tourists started flocking into Florida, but never had a pandemic been anticipated. I am a chef, restaurant critic and consultant, but first and foremost, I am a lover of the craft of culinary …
Like millions of people right now, I am spending sleepless nights worried about my staff as well as the businesses so severely impacted by this pandemic. The restaurant industry— a group that has held a special place in my heart since my first job as an order taker at Bonanza Steak House—has been especially vulnerable. …
While it is true, I love a high temperature seared steak, I have always been bothered by paying $45-$60.00 for a steak on a plate. Sizzling as the plate may be, the old classic style of “Prime” meats has changed over to some serving choice, just no name change, leading guests to wonder- is it …
@Chefjudi We all look to see our zodiac sign every time we see a placemat in a Chinese Restaurant. This year, 2020 is the Yar of the Rat. No cooking with this rodent- just celebrated with coins and pictures. The true celebration is the dance of the dragon, the lighting of the Chinese lanterns and …
Chef Judi Holiday recipes picks Now that we have reached November, the recipes are flowing, getting us all ready for Thanksgiving, Hanukah, and Christmas. And all the tastes of the season. There will be no doubt cookie exchanges, turkey talk and open houses along with the big family meals. After 23 years of cooking Thanksgiving …
I love fall. The colors, the flavors, the cooling weather. Any one of these would inspire a cook to take out the rolling pin and apple peeler and start mixing the cinnamon and melted butter. If you ask me if I like to bake, I often say it depends on what season. Autumn is for …
Off the beaten path, but surely not to be missed, is a region of vine heaven. Aloft in rolling hills and mountains, with a daily flow of chill that introduces itself around 3:00 p.m., Paso Robles is ripe for great wines and wine makers, farmers and quaint towns, each gently hugging the area. Not …
Meet the Country’s Most talented Halloween Cake Maker and Award-Winning Culinary Pastry Artist She won The Food Network Halloween Challenge and is the mother of four lovely children. How does she do it all? Meet Pastry Chef Lyndsay from Jack Dusty at The Ritz Carlton. How hard was it to apply and be accepted into …
Keto and Paleo and garden-fresh common sense Personally, I have never been “skinny”. In fact, I have battled the muffin top and extra 30 pounds a food critic carries. I have however learned to balance using mostly a Paleo / South Beach kind of eating plan on those distinct days I am not in the …
Sparkling Mint Mojito Ingredients 5 oz Sparkling Ice Lemon Lime 1 ½ oz White rum 6 Mint leaves lightly muddled Splash of lime Directions Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake and pour into a chilled tall glass. Garnish with a lime slice. Ginger Sage Cocktail SERVINGS: 8-10 INGREDIENTS 1 bottle of …
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