News Feed: July 21

by jbfauthor on July 21, 2010

The chef-and-farmer relationship blossoms. [NYT] The joys of multitasking vegetables. [Smithsonian] Don’t forget to toast dried chilies before using! [SE] Food trucks are here to stay. [Atlantic] Iced coffee at home: better than anything you can buy. [GQ]

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Reel Food: Michael Voltaggio Talks Pigeon Pastrami

by jbfauthor on March 12, 2010

In a month full of deli delectables at the Beard House, Michael Voltaggio's interpretation of a pastrami sandwich could be the cleverest. In the video after the jump, the Top Chef winner describes the inspiration behind the dish and its components (make sure your computer's volume is up; the multitasking chef had our Kitchen Aid churning during this interview): Here's a look at the final plated dish:

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On the Menu: March 7 through March 13

by jbfauthor on March 05, 2010

Here's what's happening at the Beard House next week: Monday, March 8, 7:00 P.M. The Art of Craft Though he became a household name as a Top Chef judge, Tom Colicchio has long been a celebrity in foodie circles. The winner of four JBF Awards, Colicchio began his culinary ascent at Gramercy Tavern and has since made an indelible mark on the industry with his empire of Craft restaurants. For this special dinner, he and the chefs of his NYC restaurants will create a menu of their signature straightforward yet nuanced cuisine. Tuesday, March 9, 7:00 P.M. Top Chef Sibling Rivalry Superstar siblings Bryan Voltaggio and Michael Voltaggio kept Top Chef viewers riveted last season with their cutthroat kitchen rivalry. At this exciting event, Bryan

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