Recipes, Restaurant Reviews, and Travel
From the kitchen of Chef Benjamin Sukle, the two-time James Beard Award Finalist for Best Chef: Northeast and the people of the nationally renowned Birch came Oberlin Restaurant. The idea behind the second restaurant opening in 2016 centered on making even more versatile use of local ingredients provided by local purveyors in a casual setting.... Continue Reading →
It doesn't get much easier than this lentil soup recipe. I learned this recipe from my mother who made it especially during lent, but also any time we had a craving for lentil soup. One of her favorite idioms is that less or simple is often more when it comes to cooking. That's especially true... Continue Reading →
At first glance Chengdu Taste might seem like just another Chinese-American restaurant. The big difference is that Chengdu Taste features authentic Szechuan cuisine in addition to Chinese-American favorites. Many of the menu items showcase familiar Chinese-American fare like crab rangoons and General Tso's chicken. However, the restaurant really shines when serving its authentic Szechuan cuisine.... Continue Reading →
I got very excited when Nellie's Free Range Eggs (the official egg of the Boston Red Sox!) reached out to me to sponsor my spin on a non-traditional shakshuka recipe. Not every company I work with produces products I normally use in my own home, but in this case we do regularly enjoy Nellie's Free... Continue Reading →
I heard so much about the ButcherBox Meat Delivery Service and saw so many ads on Facebook that I finally caved in to try the service. I loved the message of the company that they source only sustainable, organic, and/or humanely produced meats. The beef is grass fed and grass finished, for example, while the... Continue Reading →
Pork tenderloin is notoriously difficult to really cook properly, but it's so affordable that you can take the risk to practice (that's what I did before I tried my hand at a much more expensive beef tenderloin). Many people roast it in the oven, which can result in overcooking. That takes a tender piece of... Continue Reading →
The Slow Rhode is kind of a well kept secret by those that have been there. It's often busy, but because it's small and because of its location, a lot of people don't know about this West Side gem. The area where the Slow Rhode is located has blossomed in recent years with the addition... Continue Reading →
What meat-eating person doesn't love a good steak tip? When it comes to quality steak, I'm a proponent of less is more. A little salt, a little pepper, maybe a pat of butter melting on top if you're feeling fancy and that's all you need for a good steak. Good beef shouldn't need anything else... Continue Reading →
Whether it's the Spring, Summer, or Fall (and sometimes even in the Winter) it's hard to go wrong with a cookout for friends and family. This list contains recipes that would make a great addition to any barbecue or cookout. Check back every once in a while because I'll update this page with any additional... Continue Reading →
