Wolfgang Puck is a world famous master chef and restauranteur. His first flagship restaurant, Spago, in Beverly Hills, instantly made him a culinary phenomenon. Puck has picked up numerous awards over the years, including the highly respected James Beard Foundation Award for Outstanding Chef of the Year (twice) and Restaurant of the year. As Las […]
Spago’s Executive Chef Eric Klein is passionate about his job and it shows. It’s why guests return night after night to Spago’s in Las Vegas. Eric’s smile is contageous and spreads throughout the kitchen, where he continuously deflects credit to his staff, as well as guests, whom he greets like family. The food is so […]
Thomas Keller makes a mean roasted chicken for his restaurant, Bouchon. Is there anyone who doesn’t love this classic comfort food for dinner? See how Keller demonstrates this his “Mon Poulet Roti” below or his video demonstration and try it at home. INGREDIENTS One 2- to 3-pound farm-raised chickenKosher salt and freshly ground black pepper2 teaspoons minced […]
Singita’s Executive Chef Loraine Pienaar at Singita Ebony Lodge is talented, creative and passionate about being an executive chef. Fortunately for us, Chef Pienaar has agreed to answer some questions about working in this exotic luxury safari lodge, among the African “Big Five,” rated one of the world’s best dream destinations. Hope you enjoy the interview. What is […]
Singita Game Reserve’s Executive Chef Loraine Plenaar shares the signature recipe for herb vinaigrette recipe from Singita’s Ebony Lodge. HERB DRESSING VINAIGRETTE RECIPE 1 clove of garlic crushed, peeled and chopped Generous bunch of mixed fresh herbs: flat leaf parsley, basil, chives, tarragon 1.6 fluid ounces red wine vinegar 1 […]
Wolfgang Puck is back for the 17th year catering the 2011 Oscar after party at the Governor’s Ball. It wouldn’t be the same without his smoked salmon with caviar and creme fraiche (this year on flatbread) and his signature chocolate oscars. The oscar award ceremony culminates weeks of anticipation, after oscar nominations are announced for […]
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai always goes the extra mile for making its guests comfortable. And so it was that our trip to this dream destination came to an end. We had an extraordinary Thai dinner our last evening, prepared just for us by Executive Chef James Babian. You’re probably wondering what was so special about […]
Executive Chef Nick Mastrascusa is Chef de Cuisine at Four Seasons Resort Hualalai’s Beach Tree. This casual beach restaurant is a long way from the more urban Four Season’s 57 Restaurant in New York City, where Chef Nick worked before moving to Hawaii. His knack of knowing what people like for both casual and elegant […]
Ever wondered about the proper etiquette for opening a champagne bottle? No one knows the answer to this better than Wolfgang Puck. He’s the master at creating the perfect mood for any special occasion. Make sure you remember these tips to look like a pro. If you’re popping the question this Valentine’s Day or raising […]
Enjoy Thomas Keller’s perfect chocolate cookie recipe. Doesn’t everyone need chocolate any day of the year? Otherwise, it just isn’t Valentine’s Day, right? So, I love Keller’s chocolate cookies anytime of year, but pull out your heart shaped cookie mold and you have an over the top, delicious chocolate cookie sure to please. Be careful, […]