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Celebrity chef Tom Colicchio — the man behind the massive reality hit Top Chef and co-owner of the Craft restaurant empire — isn't much different from his TV persona. When I spoke to him, he discussed both his personal and public life in the same straightforward, fast-talking way he interacts with contestants on his show. But his no-nonsense New York personality softens when he talks about his three loves outside of the kitchen — wife, Lori and his two sons, Dante, sixteen, and Luka, who was born August 1st . No doubt about it, Tom is a family-first, food-second kind of guy, though he makes it clear he's very serious about both. Luckily, he took a few minutes out his very busy day — he was hosting a dinner party that night — to share his thoughts on bland kid's menus, Thanksgiving at the Colicchio house, and how to handle a screaming baby in a restaurant. Read More »
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Whether it's the recession or our increasing need for simplicity, sandwiches are having a moment. They're one of my favorite easy lunches and very healthy if you make them right. But it's important not to get stuck in an unhealthy or unimaginative sandwich rut.
Some healthy-sandwich strategies are obvious: avoid fried foods and super-oily sauces, opt for whole-grain bread instead of sliced white. But that's only the beginning. For my seven tips on making sandwiches that are both delicious and nutritious, . Read More »
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Looking for a fun weekend project? How about making a delectable brisket sandwich? With its fall-apart beef and tangy sauce, this sandwich is so good you'll be licking your fingers for every last bite. Along with her hostess tips, and as part of Macy's Come Together campaign, chef Cat Cora shared this delicious exclusive recipe with us! Read More »
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One of the ways I stay sane
and organized in the kitchen is ordering my groceries online. It
works so well for me that every time I actually step food in a
store, I wish I was really in the virtual produce aisle instead.
And if I ever get irritated about paying the $10 delivery charge, I
remember… Read More »
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In Italy, a panino (or panini, in the plural) can refer to a type of roll or a griddled sandwich, but here in America, a panini is always a pressed sandwich that is served warm. Why do I have panini on the brain? Because August is National Panini Month! Since I'm a huge fan of the combination of toasty bread and melted cheese, I've rounded up my favorite panini recipes. Read More »
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There's nothing more American than life on the open road, especially during those golden summer days when the office is a distant memory, and all you've got ahead of you is the steering wheel and the promise of a carefree week of the beach, the mountains, or having your folks take care of…
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Grab your hamper and head outside with these healthy, easy, and scrumptious recipes and tips
Picnics create memories: The food, the company, the vibe—everything seems better in the open air. Even ants and strawberry stains are okay when you're sharing a meal with friends on a sunny…
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I remember when the first fast food restaurant opened in my town. I was about 10 years old and I had heard all about fast food and how great it was. I even had a friend who had her birthday at a McDonalds once and got to meet Ronald McDonald, I was so jealous.(I also… Read More »
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I am writing this blog more
for myself than anything else. I just read a new blog about
chefs rethinking sandwiches....................Changing a tried and
true BLT is enough to make Dagwood choke.....!!!!!! I really do not
care what restaurant is serving this or the fact that… Read More »
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In the hands of talented American chefs, the sandwich becomes edible art. Metropolitan Home brings you these seven takes on traditional lunch-box fare revisit the format…
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