Atlanta Wine Writer Wins Nationwide Cognac Writing Contest

Robin Austin, a wine and food writer in Atlanta, has been recognized by France’s Bureau National Interprofessionnel du Cognac (BNIC) for her superior writing about Cognac. An international panel selected Mrs. Austin’s article entitled “Cognac: Pleasing to Any Palate” as the winning article for a Cognac writing contest. The contest, sponsored by the BNIC and [...]

Does Your Kitchen Make the Grade?

If restaurant inspectors came to check out your kitchen would you get a passing grade?  Now you can take a test to find out how clean your kitchen is, based on the inspections conducted by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. For the past ten years Los Angeles County has used a letter-based [...]

An Interview with Chef Eric Ripert

Chef Eric Ripert needs no introduction.  A French native and world-renowned chef, Ripert is truly a master in the kitchen.  Just one visit to Manhattan’s Le Bernardin where Ripert is executive chef will turn you into a passionate and devoted fan.  You may not need an entire meal — I was hooked after a few [...]

Win a Copy of Gourmet Today

Just ahead of Ruth Reichl’s appearance at the Miami Book Fair International on Monday, November 9th, you can win a copy of Gourmet Today! The cookbook builds upon the success of The Gourmet Cookbook and includes more than 1,000 all-new recipes selected by the editor-in-chief of Gourmet magazine.  Every recipe was tested and cross-tested in [...]

Famous Chefs & Food Writers Appearing at Miami Book Fair International

Miami Book Fair International, an eight-day literary party in downtown Miami returns this November with a number of noted authors including some well-known chefs and food writers. The fair, founded by Miami Dade College and community partners, is now in its 26th year.  It kicks off on Sunday, November 8th with the popular Evenings With… [...]

Tasting Notes from the New York City Wine & Food Festival

When I think of New York City, I think of food. I think about great restaurants, amazing chefs and extensive wine lists. I think about pizza, bagels, the tempting smell of hot pretzels and roasted peanuts, those dirty water dogs I stay away from but my guy friends can’t resist, and even the tap water. [...]