Recently (finally), I graduated from culinary school. It’s amazing! My love of cooking has definitely taken me down a path I could not have predicted. Of course the obvious (and often asked) question is: “what’s next?” In short, to cook. As much as possible and as for as many people as possible. I’m not a…
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My Top 10 in New York City
This summer, differing from my normal intentions of plenty of beach time and music, I spent my summer working hard during an internship, a taste of what my life is to become in the coming years post culinary school. I was lucky enough to land an internship at Gramercy Tavern, a New York institution as…
Seven Days in Sydney
A few weeks ago, I landed from a week long trip in Sydney, Australia. I’ve been peeling from the intense sun and desperate to go back ever since. It was a whirlwind trip, one that included all the major sights of the city, plus some underground spots and local watering holes introduced to me by…
My Stage at Menton
I’ve been gone a week, I know. It’s been a crazy week guys. I’ve been looking to get another cooking job and was lucky enough to find out that Menton, one of Boston’s best restaurants, is looking for a line cook. The restaurant is fine-dining french, and the Chef de Cuisine is Kristen Kish, who…
Welcome 2014!
It’s been a while, guys. It’s been a crazy new year. I hope it’s been awesome for everyone, and I’m back now, and have plenty more food–related fun to share. For New Years, The Russian and I traveled to Maine for some serious R&R. We rented a small cabin in the middle of nowhere.. ..and…
Hiking Day and Roasted Chicken
Right before it got to frigid to even think about going outside, The Russian and I went for a hike at Noanet peak in Dover. You can see all the way to Boston from the top of the peak, and the climb is beautiful. It was nice to get out of the city, even for…
An Ode to a Happy Life
Guys, just wanted to write a quick blog post introducing my newest pet, Ser Barristan Selmy (named after the Game of Thrones character). He’s a seven month old puppy that just fell into The Russian and my hands. The Russian and I are very happy (though not very rested) new parents to the pooch, who…
An Awesome Opportunity, pt. 2
On Sunday, The Russian and I went to Rialto for a cooking demonstration by Jody Adams, the owner and master chef who has been a famed Boston chef for many years. This demo was made even better because Rialto had partnered with Brooklyn Brewery (made even better than the Brewery is located in my native…
Recipe: Pumpkin–Stuffed French Toast
Breakfast is an awesome time of the day, because bacon. Brunch is even better because mimosas. I finally found myself off from work this past weekend and decided to celebrate with a seasonal brunch that brought smiles to everyone’s faces: pumpkin–stuffed french toast. ‘Tis the season for pumpkin everything, and I am no different that…
Battle of the Burger a.k.a. my first Sous Chef experience
So as I mentioned yesterday, the Executive Chef at my job asked me to be one of his Sous Chefs for the Battle of the Burger, hosted by Boston Magazine. Eighteen of the city’s best burgers under one roof, with 1,000 attendees to judge and vote for the winner. Can I cook for it without…
Frugal Foodie 