…More specifically pork chops… or I guess lamb chops too. I’ve realized lately that pork chops are a meat very often forgotten about but have a delicious distinct taste that a lot of people might not realize or remember. Growing up, my mother’s go-to weeknight dinner was baked pork chops with steamed broccoli and mashed … Continue reading
Finally all settled into my new apartment, I couldn’t wait to get in the kitchen and back to my normal routine of cooking up a storm. With the weather finally taking a turn for the chilly, it’s time to start baking. Although I love a fresh batch of cookies in the summer, it’s almost impossible … Continue reading
B is for Buffalo Wings… well Chicken Wings if you’re actually from Buffalo, NY, hometown of the first created chicken wings. Last week I had the pleasure of trying some wings that were a little different from the familiar Buffalo-style. Elmo’s, while a dark dingy dive bar, has some delicious Cajun wings. While the reviews … Continue reading
In terms of culinary variety, Buffalo is really a gold mine for good food. Every year, new and exciting establishments are popping up with an incredible display of food while household names are innovating and improving menus like never before. Growing up in the Queen City, we were lucky to be exposed to a great … Continue reading
One of the great things about being based in the NYC-area are the ridiculous foodie promotions and happenings that seem to occur weekly. We’re spoiled with variety and places to explore, trying dishes from all over the world on a small little island. Global food at our fingertips, or at least the tips of our … Continue reading
Have you ever celebrated “Meatless Monday” when deciding what’s for dinner tonight? While browsing through some of our favorite food blogs, we saw the reoccurring theme of people talking about fantastic veggie and vegan dishes with a little kick. Super inspired by Food52’s recipe, we decided to give it a go and whip up our … Continue reading
After a few weeks of much-needed traveling, there’s nothing like coming home and making dinner for yourself. Sure, the amazing dishes you try are impressive, but urge to cook isn’t far away. With summer in full effect here in NYC, it’s ironic how many recipes using my oven have caught my eye. I’m trying desperately … Continue reading
Modern Japanese cuisine seems to be the theme over here at Rookie Chef. We’re on a Asian-fusion kick that shows no signs of stopping, which has a lot to do with incredible chefs taking creativity to the next level. Our most recent excursion would be a trip home to Buffalo, N.Y. and a random happening … Continue reading
My sister always said, she could live on Asian-inspired cuisine. I can’t blame her, since I’m lucky enough to live in an incredible area where influences from all over the world are right at my door step. Looking to explore a new taste, we happened upon Kinjo in Fort Greene, Brooklyn. Self-proclaimed a “new Japanese … Continue reading
Just finishing up a work softball league game at East River Park, most athletes would be down for some greasy bar food and beer. Don’t get me wrong, I’m a huge fan of chicken wings. But with the nice weather and adrenaline pumping from running around all morning, we were craving something different. Being so … Continue reading
After spending a few days at home this past weekend, I came back to Brooklyn with a horrifically empty fridge. Fairly efficient with my grocery shopping, I made sure to use up every last bit of produce before leaving, as not to waste. A quick trip to Trader Joes to re-stock, I settled upon a … Continue reading
Long hours, long days, long weeks. We’ve all had them. Sometime the last thing you want to do after an exhausting day at work is break open the fridge and cook up a homemade meal. But with a little prep ahead of time, you can have this healthy dish in minutes. Rice — can be … Continue reading
With my sister living abroad in the UK, I’ve become very fond of sending her care packages with all sorts of gifts and goodies from home. The most recent box included some instant miso soup, which she told me turned out to be delicious. That had me thinking, it’s time to explore NYC a little … Continue reading
With a couple of frozen chicken breasts, just dying to be cooked, I planned a head on this quick dinner recipe. As delicious as baked chicken is, I didn’t have the patience to cook a long meal (no matter how delicious the outcome). Tonight was all about ease and whipping something tasty on a time … Continue reading
When it comes to ramen and noodle bars, I’ve personally never met one I didn’t like. But with Ganso, located in Downtown Brooklyn, it’s becoming a different story. It’s becoming my place. My go-to spot. I have a special connection with this Japanese restaurant — it was the first place I had a meal when … Continue reading
I’ve never been pumped about cooking with raw poultry. Maybe it’s every Clorox commercial with evil, un-cooked chicken breasts sitting on the kitchen counter that always turned me off. Who actually does that? But in reality, chicken in delicious and pretty much the easiest thing to cook as well. So I walked down to the … Continue reading
On a recent weekend visiting friends in Brooklyn I stayed in Williamsburg and didn’t have much time for elaborate dinners. That resulted in some epic Thai takeout, which I was surprised to find all over the area. Here is a short look at two spots I tried out for the first time and would definitely … Continue reading
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