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Casting Call for 2010 Season of the Next Food Network Star
The Food Network has announced plans for a sixth season of the Next Food Network Star and is looking for professional chefs and home cooks to apply.
Where to Buy the Best Gourmet Gift Baskets
Gifts baskets are a quick and convenient way to show someone they are appreciated. There are literally thousands of gift basket companies out there. I've narrowed it down to some of my favorites. I've divided this list of gift basket companies into 5 categories: Gourmet Food Baskets, Fruit Baskets, Chocolate Collections, Wine Baskets, and Luxury Food Baskets (Caviar, Foie Gras, & Smoked Salmon).
Interview with Bobby Flay
I spoke recently with Chef Bobby Flay (Mesa Grill) about the new season of the Next Food Network Star. Bobby Flay is an award-winning restaurateur, cookbook author and one of the Food Network's biggest stars (Iron Chef America, Throwdown with Bobby Flay, and Grill it! with Bobby Flay). Season 5 of the Next Food Network Star starts Sunday night, June 7th.
2009 James Beard Foundation Restaurant and Chef Award Winners
During a ceremony hosted by Cat Cora, Emeril Lagasse and Stanley Tucci at Lincoln Center’s Avery Fisher Hall, awards in 38 categories were presented for the 2009 James Beard Foundation Restaurant and Chef Awards, including Restaurant and Chef, Book, Design and Graphics, and special achievement awards.
2009 James Beard Foundation Media Award Winners
The James Beard Awards are the nation’s top awards honoring professionals in the food and beverage industries. The 2009 winners in 19 media categories were presented during a ceremony hosted by television host and author Ted Allen at the Hudson Theatre in New York City.
What's in Season - April Fruits, Vegetables, and other Foods
Cooking with the seasons means choosing fruits and vegetables that are at the peak of freshness and flavor. Buying locally grown produce is the best.
2009 IACP Cookbook Awards Winners
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Children's Books About Food
Books are a fun and exciting way to teach children about food. There are many wonderful books that illustrate a variety of topics such as eating right, identifying foods, where food comes from, respecting food and the people who grow or cook it, and other food-related topics. Here are some of my favorite kid's books about food written for ages infant through pre-teen.
Jamie Oliver's Dinner Menu for the G-20 Summit in London
World leaders of the G-20 meeting in London this week will be treated Wednesday night to a meal prepared by Chef Jamie Oliver and assistants from his restaurant, Fifteen. Oliver plans to showcase modern British cuisine with organic salmon, slow roasted lamb and a selection of local seasonal vegetables.
2009 James Beard Foundation Restaurant and Chef Awards Finalists
The James Beard Awards are the most prestigious honors in America for the restaurant industry, The "Academy Awards of the Food Scene". Past winners include a who's who of the country's culinary scene. Almost 10,000 entries were narrowed down to the semifinalists listed here.
2009 James Beard Foundation Journalism and Broadcast Awards Finalists
The James Beard Awards are the most prestigious honors in America for the food & beverage industry, The "Academy Awards of the Food Scene". Past winners include a who's who of the country's culinary greats. Almost 10,000 entries were narrowed down to the finalists in each category.
2009 James Beard Foundation Book Awards Finalists
The James Beard Awards are the most prestigious honors in America for the food & beverage industry, The "Academy Awards of the Food Scene". Past winners include a who's who of the country's culinary greats. Almost 10,000 entries were narrowed down to the finalists in each category.
White House Kitchen Garden Becomes Reality
On March 19, 2009 Michelle Obama, with the help of some local schoolchildren, broke ground on the South Lawn for the first vegetable garden at the White House since Eleanor Roosevelt's victory garden during World War II.
Interview with Jeff Corwin
Jeff Corwin, the adventure seeking wildlife biologist guy on Animal Planet, right? Yes, THAT Jeff Corwin. Jeff happens to be a passionate foodie and has a new show on the Food Network called Extreme Cuisine. I spoke with Jeff about the new show and his culinary travels.
2009 James Beard Foundation Awards Restaurant and Chef Semifinalists
The James Beard Awards are the most prestigious honors in America for the restaurant industry, The "Academy Awards of the Food Scene". Past winners include a who's who of the country's culinary scene. Almost 10,000 entries were narrowed down to the semifinalists listed here.
Team USA Places Sixth in 2009 Bocuse d'Or Competition
Near the end of January, 24 international teams competed in the 2009 Bocuse d'Or in Lyons, France. Also known as the Culinary Olympics, the Bocuse d'Or is a very prestigious competition and its grand title is coveted by chefs everywhere, not only for personal glory but for the positive attention it brings to the winning team's country.
Obamas Choose Sam Kass for Personal White House Chef
The Obamas have chosen Chicago chef Sam Kass to act as the family's personal chef at the White House. Kass also worked as a private chef for the Obamas while they were living in Chicago. Kass, of course, will not be the family's only cook and will work as an assistant to White House Executive Chef Cristeta Comerford.
Interesting Fact of the 2009 Academy Awards Governors Ball
A lot of work goes into serving the Academy’s 1,500 Ball guests, which will include Oscar® winners, nominees, presenters and telecast participants. Here are some fun facts about the huge amount of staff, food, equipment, and man-hours needed to produce this glitzy Hollywood party.
2009 Governors Ball Menu of the 81st Annual Academy Awards
For the 15th consecutive year, Chef Wolfgang Puck will create and execute the menu for the 81st Academy Awards Governors Ball, the official celebration immediately following the Oscar Awards presentation.
2008 Governor's Ball Menu of the 80th Annual Academy Awards
Chef Wolfgang Puck (Spago's) will once again (this will be the 14th consecutive year) create the menu for the Governor's Ball, the celebration after the 80th annual Academy Awards. According to Chef Wolfgang, the menu will "feature locally grown, sustainable and organic ingredients, providing guests with a culinary experience that will please even the most discerning of palates.”
Menu and Recipes of the 2009 Inaugural Luncheon
The tradition of the Inauguration Luncheon dates back at least a century. Approximately 200 guests including President Obama, Vice President Biden, their families, the Supreme Court, Cabinet designees, and members of Congressional leadership will attend the event in Statuary Hall. The menu by Design Cuisine (Arlington, VA) is based on favorites of President Abraham Lincoln.
Interview with Adam Gertler
Adam Gertler, runner-up of the Next Food Network Star, stars in a new culinary adventure series Will Work For Food. Adam will put his life on the line to take viewers behind the scenes of some very unique food jobs. Watch Adam as he attempts to collect honey from 3 million bees, carve ice with a chain saw, dig a wine cave, harvest clams with a water canon, enter a competitive eating contest, and other fun and dangerous professions.
Cristeta Comerford to Stay as White House Chef for Obama
Its official! Cris (Cristeta) Comerford has been asked to stay as White House Chef for President Obama and his family. In a statement released by Michelle Obama, the First Lady said, "Cristeta Comerford brings such incredible talent to the White House operation and came very highly regarded from the Bush family."
Interview with Ted Allen
I had the pleasure of talking with Ted Allen about his new cooking competition show Chopped on the Food Network. Culinary guru Ted Allen has appeared on Queer Eye, Top Chef and Iron Chef America. He now has two shows of his own on the Food Network: Chopped and Food Detectives.
Interesting Food Facts of the 15th Annual SAG Awards
The 15th Annual SAG Awards are January 25, 2009 with more than 1,000 guests attending. After the huge extravaganza of the award show those guests are going to be hungry and ready to party. Here's a look at the menu and some fun facts about what goes into the after-award show gala.