5 Things You Never Knew About Brian Lewis
Best known for his collaboration with actor Richard Gere in developing The Barn and The Farmhouse at The Bedford Post, Brian Lewis’ cooking has garnered national acclaim including Esquire Magazine’s “Best New Restaurant” in 2009 and an “Excellent” review in The New York Times. With these accolades under his culinary belt, he is primed to open his first solo venture, elm in New Canaan, Connecticut. Learn 5 things you never knew about chef... Read More
Restaurant Gift Guide
There’s one (or more) in every family. The uncle, niece, cousin or sister who is always one step ahead of the dining trends and who everyone in the family relies on for recommendations. What do you get the food-fanatic in the family for the holidays? Keep reading to find out. Shopping for food enthusiasts just got a little easier with our list of 12 unique food experiences. For the uber gourmand – The second Monday of every month, Chef/Owner... Read More
JBF Master of Modern Cooking with Homaro Cantu
When it comes to inspiring culinary success stories, one needs to look no further then that of entrepreneur Homaro Cantu. The once homeless chef is currently regarded as one of the most innovative minds in the field of postmodern cuisine. Pushing boundaries when it comes to taste, texture and technique, Chef Cantu offers guests a unique experience at his Chicago restaurant, Moto, and currently has over 30 pending patents that are sure to revolutionize... Read More
GILT’s White Truffle, Potato, Egg, Pancetta Dish
Truffle season is here! GILT‘s Executive Chef Justin Bogle will blow your mind with his new white truffle, potato, egg, pancetta dish. This seasonal dish is a potato “risotto” finished with mornay sauce, then topped with balsamic gelee, pancetta and fine herbs. It is important to note that Chef Bogle personally comes to each table ordering this dish to complete the presentation by adding a layer of slow cooked scrambled egg and generous... Read More
Hatfield’s Croque Madame
Name: Andrea Sun Title: Account Director, Hospitality What you love: Hatfield’s Croque Madame This is one of the most amazing things you will ever eat. The Croque Madame at Hatfield’s was conceived by Quinn Hatfield as a cook in the heyday of Rocco DiSpirito’s Union Pacific. Toying around with the idea of how hamachi could replace the buttery, melt-in-your-mouth sensation of the traditional dish, Quinn developed the new inception in a moment... Read More
OPENING: Route 6
It would be an understatement to say Stephen Starr has had a busy year, bringing Talula’s Garden, Frankford Hall and Il Pittore to the streets of Philadelphia. Opening this November, his newest venture, Route 6, will bring the flavors and charm of New England to the City of Brotherly Love. Executive Chef Anthony DiRienzo has created a seasonal, sea-to-table menu inspired by the classic American cuisine of the Maine-to-Maryland coastline. Named after... Read More
OPENING: Wit & Wisdom and LAMILL Café
Set to open to the public the week of November 14, 2011, the 256-room Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore offers a chic, five-star, urban getaway in the heart of Harbor East, the city’s hippest new district. The Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore is also working with Chef Michael Mina and Mina Group on the food and beverage concepts in the hotel. Mina Group will be introducing two distinct concepts this month: Wit & Wisdom and the LAMILL Café in partnership... Read More
New York Taste
New York City is known for the originality, creativity and diversity that makes its restaurant scene unique. For the past 13 years New York Magazine has teamed up with City Harvest to bring together chefs, mixologists and restaurateurs for the New York Taste event. Each year Gillian Duffy, editor of New York Magazine, selectively picks participants, this year includes Toloache, NIKO, GILT, Bobo, Ciano, Kefi, Junoon, Recette and more. For tastes from... Read More
OPENING: Il Pittore
Stephen Starr opens the doors to his his latest venture, Il Pittore. Executive Chef Chris Painter, who was named “Best New Chef 2000” by the Philadelphia Inquirer, traveled through Italy to insure that the rustic nature and warmth of Italy would be present in the Il Pittore experience. Il Pittore promises to bring the flavors and the feel of Italy to the Rittenhouse Square neighborhood of Philadelphia with menu items such as Pappardelle with fall-spiced... Read More
5 Things You Never Knew About Quinn Hatfield
Quinn Hatfield is the chef and owner of Hatfield’s in Los Angeles with his wife, pastry chef Karen Hatfield. She handles the sweet, while Quinn handles the savory. This dynamic duo creates an exquisite and elegant experience that you will not forget. While the menu may be more modern, the charming setting keeps the restaurant rooted in tradition. Learn 5 things you never knew about Quinn Hatfield: Quinn’s childhood revolved around food and... Read More
