I am a massive fan of Za’atar. Usually it’s a combination of thyme or oregano and sesame seeds. I was introduced to za’atar by my mother-in-law who is Israeli, but you will see za’atar all over the Middle East and in North Africa.

Ali's Recipes, Blog, Cooking, Food, Recipe, VideoRebecca GoldenAugust 17, 2020za'atar, spices, recipe, salad, tomato, cucumberComment

Kwame Onwuachi Wants to Make All Ages Love Flavor

When I had my son suddenly everyone started talking to me about ‘baby food’ and ‘kid food.’ I had never been raised with the idea that somehow kids got to eat something different - we always just ate whatever my parents ate. And from having lived in India and watching kids eat an array of flavors it struck me as a sort of bizarre thing that our culture has imparted on us, that kids need to start with blander food. People now ask me all the time how I got Guy to eat and I always say it’s simple really: he never had a choice! Kids are sponges and you can teach them to love and appreciate food by giving them diversity and flavors from an early age.

Blog, Chefs, Cooking, Interview, VideoRebecca GoldenAugust 6, 2020interview, kids, cookingComment

Crab in Summer Squash Bowls

I’m a total sucker for any dish that comes in a little contained bowl. It’s cute, fun and makes everything feel like a party. It’s even better when it’s easy. These little circular summer squash make the perfect vessel for a summery, simple delight. Pre-cooked crab meat and a little bit of cheese round out this dish - it’s as easy as can be but somehow still feels like a special occasion. And don’t fret if you don’t have this kind of squash - you could make this just as easily with your standard piece of zucchini.

Ali's Recipes, Blog, Cooking, Food, Recipe, VideoRebecca GoldenAugust 3, 2020crab, squash, zucchini, goat cheese, RecipeComment

We Really Do Scream for Ice Cream

I know the thought of making your own homemade ice cream can seem daunting, but it really isn’t! All you need is an ice cream mixer and a freezer, and you’re good to go.

Ali's Recipes, Blog, Cooking, Dessert, Food, Recipe, VideoRebecca GoldenAugust 3, 2020ice cream, blueberry, berries, summer, RecipeComment

Corn "Risotto"

I LOVE risotto. I love rice and the way it can all starchily come together so beautifully. But since it’s summer, I’m always looking for ways to make typically “heavy” recipes lighter. So this dish is how you make corn risotto without actually using any rice. Take a look below!

Ali's Recipes, Blog, Cooking, Food, Recipe, VideoRebecca GoldenJuly 31, 2020corn, risotto, tomato, olive oil, cumin, chives, recipe, summerComment

Black Pepper Shrimp is Your New Meal Prep Hero

The problem with meal prepping is always the idea of eating the same thing day after day! But this week I joined The Today Show to give them an idea for meal prepping that gives a bit more variety. With my black pepper shrimp you can make three distinct meals without a lot of extra work.

Ali's Recipes, Blog, Cooking, Food, Recipe, VideoRebecca GoldenJuly 28, 2020Today Show, shrimp, black pepper shrimp, lettuce wraps, grit, recipeComment

What does it look like when a restaurant reopens?

We are all grappling now with how to approach restaurants, but what about for the chefs and owners themselves? We had a chat with Pig & Khao’s Leah Cohen to get her take on everything that goes into re-opening.

Blog, Chefs, Cookbook, Interview, Restaurants, VideoRebecca GoldenJuly 23, 2020interview, cookbook, video, Leah Cohen, Restaurant, CovidComment

Let's Talk About Rum

We might not be able to travel as far as we would like this summer, but we can still be transported through food and drink. We had a chat with Joy Spence, the Master Blender of Appleton Estate Rum in Jamaica, to get her take on embracing summer with rum cocktails.

Blog, Drinks, How It's Made, Interview, VideoRebecca GoldenJuly 17, 2020rum, Interview, videoComment

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