Risotto Primavera (with spring vegetables) is one of the popular risottos prepared at Villa d’Este by Executive Chef Luciano Parolari on romantic Lake Como in Italy. Throughout the world, Chef Parolari has been known as the “King of Risotto” for good reason! The Gourmet Review would like to wish Executive Chef Luciano Parolari good luck, as he […]

Basil, lemon and garlic roasted chicken. What could be easier than this colorful, tasty dish? It’s perfect for a casual evening or entertaining. The cherry tomatoes, zucchini and lemon wedges provide the color. Every cook needs an arsenal of quick , yet easy  to prepare , meals that can be beautifully presented. This is one […]

Who doesn’t love an easy to prepare pasta dish? Try celebrity chef Giada de Laurentii’s recipe for Linguine With Shrimp and Lemon Oil Recipe. The fresh lemon juice and arugula turn an ordinary pasta in a great meal. SERVES:   6   INGREDIENTS ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil Zest of 1 lemon 1 pound linguine […]

Wolfgang Puck creates another seasonal favorite with his Bartlett Pear and Prosciutto Salad with EisweinVinaigrette recipe. The sweet and juicy pear is a favorite ingredient of mine. Remember, you can always substitute Asian, Bosc or Anjou pear, depending on the season. Instead of prosciutto, you can substitute ham, but I personally love the distinctive taste […]

The Barefoot Contessa’s  Mocha Chocolate Icebox Cake combines everyone’s favorite chocolate chip cookies or chocolate wafers with layers of  delicious mocha whipped cream. Is there anything that Celebrity Chef Ina Garten, better known as the Barefoot Contessa, makes that isn’t  a great dessert for entertaining? SERVES  8 INGREDIENTS 2 cups cold heavy cream 12 ounces Italian mascarpone […]

Wolfgang Puck shares his Savory Squash Soup Recipe just in time for Halloween, Thanksgiving or any autumn dining occasion. This is a perfect autumn soup and is so popular at Spago’s that it is on the menu six months a year. It can be served either warm or cold. QUANTITY :    2 Quarts INGREDIENTS […]

Wolfgang Puck demonstrates how to create a delicious autumn or holiday soup. You’ll see it’s really quite easy. If cooking for company, try serving Savory Squash Soup in a carved out pumpkin!   This is a great recipe. I love the hint of nutmeg. The soup can be either a great appetizer or main course […]

Wolfgang Puck is one of the most recognized celebrity chefs in the United States, as well as the world. Puck shares some of his celebrity chef recipes on my  blog and they are fabulous. Whether it’s overseeing the Oscar after party or demonstrating how to create his signature satay recipe, Puck has changed the culinary […]

Celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck shares his Spicy Tomato and Basil Bruschette recipe.  You can never go wrong using fresh ingredients like tomatoes and basil. Wolfgang Puck recipes are always crowd pleasers. Whether you go to one of Wolfgang Puck’s restaurants like Spago’s, or just try an easy Puck recipe at home, you’ll never be disappointed. SERVES 6 INGREDIENTS […]

Wolfgang Puck can make the simplest of fresh ingredients come together for a fabulous meal. His recipe for Pappardelle With Garlic And Oven Dried Tomatoes is a perfect example of a great pasta that is beautiful, easy to prepare and healthy. SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 3  Tablespoons sliced double-blanced garlic 1/3 cup […]