Nothing is more comforting than a perfectly roasted chicken. Cure the winter blues and (perhaps) Covid/Omicron too. I botched this dish half a dozen times before I got it right. And when you do, yes, it’s a buzzkill. Burnt skin, veggies that roast away to nothing, and when you try to truss a chicken AFTER... Continue Reading →
When Your Friends Get Covid, Cook for Them
A home-cooked meal lifts the spirits of those diagnosed with Covid. Your friends are worth it. When you have a band rehearsal on the books, and your lead guitarist gets diagnosed with Covid, you damn well better do something about it. Lead guitarists are hard to come by – good ones that is – since... Continue Reading →
Julia Child’s Beef Bourguignon – Splendid Perfection
Without question, this is the single best beef dish I have ever made in my life. You have to hand it to the French. Their culinary contributions are on par with America’s moon landing. The cooking methods they introduced to the world moved the human race forward in a positive direction. I took pleasure last... Continue Reading →
Cure for the Convid Cooking Conundrum: Spaghetti Aglio e’ Olio
Stocked up on pasta for the quarantine? Why settle for boring red sauce and ‘spag.’ This traditional dish, Italy’s favorite, will make your (by now… somewhat annoying) immediate family very happy.
When the Sh*t Hits the Fan… Real Dads Cook!
The Coronavirus has placed every family into uncharted waters. Dads need to step up, get out of their comfort zone, and play an active role… the kitchen represents the best place to start.
Tips From a Guy Who Cooks Stir-Fry – Delicious Food Will Not Be Denied!
Stir Fry can be tricky, this recipe provides tips to make every bite delicious.
Short Ribs that Will Shorten Your Lifespan (but so Worth it!)
A delicious short-rib dish, one that is truly indulgent! Not for the feint of heart, and the less your cardiologist knows, the better. #ChefJohn #FoodWishes #Cooking #ShortRibs #CookingWithKids #TheFatherApprentice