More than a few folks I know have given up on watching Top Chef this season, but we’re going the distance, if only because there aren’t many episodes left. 1. Hey! It’s Bob Kramer. Whom I have never heard of. But apparently he’s a Master Bladesmith. I’m never sure who determines these things when they [...]
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Top Chef: Texas Premiere: Chef Ed Hardy Tunes in With OpenTable
It’s back, baby! Top Chef premiered last night, this time, as we all know, from Texas. I’m sure there will be tons of Lone Star State jokes coming our way. Back in the saddle as our fellow commentator is chef Ed Hardy. Hey, Ed! Long time no see. So, what have you been up to [...]
Bloggers Want More Light; Dining in the Dark; Tableside Food Prep; and More
This week in dining trends… * Do younger foodies have reservations against making reservations? Michael Bauer investigates and his readers join the debate. [InsideScoopSF] * Eating salty things with sweet things tastes good. Of course, this is not news to anyone who has ever had PMS. [Chicago Tribune] * The new food pornographers want more [...]
On the Menu: Real Milk, Salted Butter, and Peter Rabbit?
Ingredient-driven news from the world of food… *New York restaurants, including I Trulli, SD26, and SHO Shaun Hergatt, are serving bunny. Don’t knock it ’til you’ve tried it. [NY Post] * Could country ham be the new bacon? [Salon] * Salted butter is back on tables at fine restaurants, taking some of the fun out [...]