She was cooked. Giada De Laurentiis, 53, is revealing why she walked away from Food Network after 21 years as its star, citing burnout as a reason. “I would switch gears without knowing it every seven years,” the TV host and chef said on the recent episode of Rebecca Minkoff’s Superwomen podcast. “So I did … Read more
Say that’s no’more to this culinary faux pas. People around the globe who take pride in their bolognese recipes are predisposed to a glaring rookie mistake, professional chefs warn. It’s a cardinal sin to serve the meaty mixture along with spaghetti, warned influential late chef Antonio Carluccio, who added in a recipe that it cannot … Read more
The power lunch is back on the menu five days a week in the Big Apple – a major sign that Manhattan offices are buzzing again as more workers return to their desks following the pandemic, Side Dish has learned. Midtown staples like Michael’s and Fresco by Scotto, along with newer hot spots from top … Read more
He serves a mean leg of lam. Charles Withers, the celeb chef said to have abandoned his family in Massachusetts a year ago, has finally reached out to estranged wife Ashley McGuire after her Facebook account of the incident went viral this week, the miffed mom of four confirmed. The P.O.’d parent spoke to the … Read more
This philandering chef cooked up a real mess for his former family. A Massachusetts woman whose reality TV chef husband allegedly abandoned her and their two children reportedly managed to track down the deserter in a day thanks to the “power of Facebook.” As it turned out, the scoundrel had decamped to Texas, where he’d … Read more
This meal is out of this world. Having a Michelin-starred meal in space already would be an astronomical feat — and it comes at a sky-high price. SpaceVIP, one of the first luxury space-tourism companies, will host an immersive dining experience in space with Michelin-starred Denmark chef Rasmus Munk. Six explorers “will be making history … Read more
Pandemic, inflation, wage mandates — over the last decade, running a restaurant has become one of the more challenging jobs in the country. And it shows, too — dining out in many places around the United States, New York included, has gone from standard practice to pricey privilege. What gives? What does the future hold? The New … Read more
Miami’s booming restaurant scene takes center stage at this week’s South Beach Wine & Food Festival – where old favorites and up-and-coming chefs hope to cook up more than just a few meals. The 23rd annual event, which runs Thursday through Sunday, brings together not only foodies but executives from the myriad of businesses that … Read more
Eager for a marriage proposal? Try cooking this “engagement chicken” recipe — and let the legendary dish do its “magic.” Have you heard of “engagement chicken”? Or better yet: Have you tried it before? It gets its name because it’s allegedly tasty enough to inspire a man to pop the question. “The backstory of engagement … Read more
He had a one-track mind. Dick Cheung, 48, was warming up for the Great Eastern Run in October when he felt ill and collapsed to the ground. He lay passed out for 20 seconds before being helped to his feet by fellow runners. Despite feeling dazed and confused, Cheung ran the 13.1-mile race in a … Read more
A 29-year-old Michigan chef died last week after battling a rare fungal disease that “ravaged” his lungs. Sometime before Thanksgiving, Ian Pritchard contracted blastomycosis, a fungus-borne illness that targeted and wore out his respiratory system. “They showed us a picture of his lungs, and they literally looked like Swiss cheese,” his father, Ron Pritchard, told … Read more
Once the press’s foe, now he’s their supporter. On Thursday, Alec Baldwin, 65, showed solidarity with The New York Daily News staffers during their walk-out – over a decade after he punched a staffer. The Daily News employees walked out to protest hedge fund owners Alden Global Capital, who “shrink the budget to fill their pockets.” … Read more
He started beef by serving beef. Celebrity steak chef Salt Bae has sparked fury for posting a $108,500 receipt for a single meal at his Dubai restaurant last week. “Money comes money goes,” the 40-year-old Turkish chef, whose real name is Nusret Gökçe, penned on Instagram to his nearly 54 million followers. Critics argue that the lengthy bill … Read more
It’s a steal of a deal. Chef Will Coleman, who runs @chefwillco on TikTok, revealed a “6 to 1 grocery shopping method” that he claimed could help families save hundreds of dollars in purchases. “Whenever you go grocery shopping… use the 6 to 1 method,” Coleman said in the viral TikTok clip with nearly a million views. … Read more
A beloved grandma known for the viral cooking videos she shared with her nearly 30 million followers on social media has died from esophageal cancer at the age of 67. Lynn Yamada Davis — from “Cooking with Lynja” — died on New Year’s Day at Riverview Medical Center in New Jersey. “Her final moments were super peaceful … Read more
Food Network host Darnell “SuperChef” Ferguson was reportedly arrested in Louisville, Kentucky, Tuesday and is currently facing several charges including burglary, strangulation and terroristic threatening. Darnell is also facing misdemeanor charges of assault, menacing, criminal mischief and theft-receipt of a stolen credit or debit card. As of Wednesday, there are no details as to what … Read more
It’s a master-pizza. A plentiful pizza baked in France has broken the Guinness World Record for the most varieties of cheese on a pizza. The record-breaking creation includes a tongue-twisting 940 French cheeses and 61 from other parts of the world. It was whipped up by French pizza chefs Benoît Bruel and Fabien Montellanico. To achieve … Read more
Are these actual crap-petizers or just the ravings of curmudgeonly chefs? Appetizers can be the highlight of dining out, often boasting the most variety and unique ingredients on the establishment’s entire menu like a culinary cabaret. However, with such a wealth of choices also comes a lot of potential pitfalls, according to industry insiders. As … Read more
Ina Garten hinted at having a challenging childhood during a recent interview — revealing that it’s the reason why she decided not to start a family with her husband, Jeffrey. When asked if she thought having children would hinder her career, she responded “much harder,” before she went on in more detail. “I don’t think … Read more
Thanksgiving is Nov. 23, 2023 — and millions of Americans are preparing to cook their turkey, sides, and desserts. When it comes to cooking your own turkey, the chef in the home — no matter who that might be — tends to do his or her due diligence in terms of proper prep for the day. There … Read more