It’s the time of year when most families turn to the comfort foods. Even the eat local among us still get a craving for that gelatinous glob that comes out a can pretending to be cranberry sauce. And as someone who likes simple food that looks and tastes like what it is, I also have a deep appreciation for the truly standout chefs that want a little extra. more…

So it’s week three of Top Chef New York and coincidentally also Thanksgiving Eve. Actually, is that really what it’s called? I guess technically it is, so let us just go with that. In any case the cheftestants are tasked with cooking a Thanksgiving spread for the Foo Fighters, musicians extraordinaire, and their entourage. Even better Richard lets the audience know that Leah is the flirty one with a nice rack. more…