Armed with a vision of serving Asian food that was accessible to all, Chef Bill Kim took Chicago by storm 15 years ago when he opened UrbanBelly. With the tagline ‘Dumplings, Booze, Bowls,’ UrbanBelly has grown into multiple locations that are still a big hit in the Windy City. Also an acclaimed author, Chef Kim […]
Backyards are for entertaining, playing, and enjoying a home. That’s why so many homeowners invest a lot of time and resources to ensure backyards are beautifully landscaped and well-maintained with all the necessary toys. And when it comes to entertaining in the backyard, food often brings us together. How Cooking Brings People Together Food is […]
Some of the best-tasting foods are prepared on a flattop grill. That’s why many love to dine at restaurants. The joys of flattop grilling, however, shouldn’t be reserved only for those with reservations. Now, high-quality flattop grills are available for home chefs in the residential market. History of Flattop Grilling Flattop grill or griddle cooking […]
The weather is starting to turn a little colder here in the Midwest, so it’s time to turn up the heat. Not just on our thermostats, but in our food as well. When the temperature starts dropping, we are always looking for foods that taste good and give us a warm feeling for a while. […]
One of the great things about EVO grills is that they offer unlimited applications. For Dr. Michael Airhart, that application is using his EVO for good. Dr. Airhart is a Chicago-based chef who has made a commitment to feed the homeless in his community. He was drawn to helping others from a young age, and […]
Hello again, fellow Chefs! How many fish lovers do we have out there? As for myself, I can say I’m not a fan. Actually, I take that back, fish is palpable to me when it is paired with “Filet-O” or “and Chips”. I’ve made a few lifestyle changes lately, especially when it comes to my […]
Anyone who owns an Evo grill knows just how easy they are to clean, even Sam the Cooking Guy. That’s just one reason why Evo griddles are so popular amongst homeowners. Not only do they built to last, but they’re also easy to use and maintain. When it comes to cleaning and maintaining an Evo […]
Hello again, chefs! When you think of “romantic foods” what are a few that come to mind? Is risotto on that list? I hope it is because it is certainly on mine. I first tasted risotto on a trip to Italy in 2013. After telling the driver, Mateo, on the way to the hotel from […]
Sam Zien used to work in the pharmaceutical industry. At some point he decided it wasn’t the right place for him, and he decided to move into the exciting world of travel television. The year was 2001, and his plans were quickly thwarted when the World Trade Center and Pentagon were attacked on September 11. […]
Trying a Website Recipe Hello again, chefs, and welcome to summer! I know, it’s been “summer” for a while, but the solstice marks a 90-day run of fun, friends, and of course, food! There’s nothing like getting some friends together on a warm summer day and grilling up some tasty food. That’s why I decided […]











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