Kristen HessJul 9, 20114 min readMeet the Chef: Jimmy Canora of Valentino’s on the GreenCheck out my behind the scenes interview with Chef de Cuisine Jimmy Canora from Valentino’s on the Green – the legendary fine dining...
Kristen HessJul 6, 20113 min readFresh from the Farm Market: Herbed Potato Salad + Strawberry Watermelon SaladSummertime always remind me of home – when the sun is shining, a warm breeze is in the air, locusts are humming and all the flowers,...
Kristen HessMay 31, 20113 min readGrillin’ Up Summer BBQ: Tasty Chicken Burgers and Shrimp KabobsRooftop BBQ Aiming to keep it light, we decided to whip up my infamous Chicken Burgers with my secret recipe made with Dale’s Steak...
Kristen HessMay 8, 20113 min readOn the Menu: Cooking with Fresh Seasonal IngredientsPan-seared Scallops and Asparagus Spring has arrived! It’s my favorite time of year when everything comes alive…flowers are blooming,...
Kristen HessMay 1, 20113 min readChicken Enchiladas de Mole NegroLast year I took some friends from out of town to a great Mexican restaurant in the spirit of Cinco de Mayo, and sampled their...
Kristen HessApr 30, 20113 min readSalad Niçoise for a Spring DaySalad Nicoise Spring is about unearthing fresh things. Lighter things. Brighter things. Turning a new leaf. Dusting off and starting...
Kristen HessApr 19, 201110 min readEcco La Cucina: An Interview with Chef Gina Stipo & Tuscan recipesGina Stipo at Ecco la Cucina, Tuscany I recently took a Tuscan cooking class with Chef Gina Stipo at the Institute of Culinary Education...
Kristen HessApr 4, 20114 min readSpring Fever! Spicing It up with Caribbean FlavorsCaribbean Chicken w/ Guava Pan Sauce, Caramelized Mangoes, Black Beans and Rice Since I have lived in New York City, this has probably...