Welcome Back Post: Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder

Welcome Back Post: Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder

Hello? Is… is anyone there? I know it’s been quite some time… but I’m still here! A lot has happened since last I blew the dust off this little online sounding board, and I’m finally here to share it with all of you. Where to 

Placeholder Update: Almost Married Edition! Support Local Restaurants

Placeholder Update: Almost Married Edition! Support Local Restaurants

Gah! Has it really been over a month since I posted anything here? Readers (if any of you are still out there), I am so sorry. Life, you know? I’ve been busy with work, taking care of the house and pets and, of course, planning 

A Brief Update About A Busy Former Chef

A Brief Update About A Busy Former Chef

Hello all! Been a while, I know. Things have been busy over here at the Berman-Resnick homestead. Plus, that heatwave, am I right? Bleech. Due to the oppressive heat, we haven’t been doing too much cooking around here lately. If you’re looking for some low-heat 

At Last, Date Night

At Last, Date Night

It finally happened. Last Sunday night, Liz and I went out on a date night to a restaurant. It feels like it’s been forever. Dining out is one of our greatest pleasures, and I can’t even tell you all how much we’ve missed it. So, 

Quit Whining, Here’s My Two Cents on Wine

Quit Whining, Here’s My Two Cents on Wine

Hey all! Remember when I said I’d be more regular in terms of putting out content? Fooled you all pretty good, didn’t I? Well, there are a couple things I’ve been working on outside of blog land that I’m happy to share with you. First 

Where Does The Time Go?

Where Does The Time Go?

I’m still here! Really, honestly! I know it’s been two weeks since last I posted anything. I’m truly sorry for how wonky the update schedule has been lately. There’s a lot going on right now, some of it good, some less so. Life has a 

A Few Words On Knife Care, From a Guy That Sucks At Knife Care

A Few Words On Knife Care, From a Guy That Sucks At Knife Care

It’s getting to be about that time, dear readers. Time to take all my good knives out of the bag and give them a good sharpening. This time will be different, though. This time they won’t be going back into the bag. Rather, they’ll be 

More Than Restaurants, Please Support Local Producers

More Than Restaurants, Please Support Local Producers

Hey y’all. Just another quick rant today about the state of affairs these days. Back to fun recipe posts soon, I promise. What I want to address today are all the fine local producers and purveyors that can get lost in the shuffle at the 

My Two Cents About Food Writing & Blogging

My Two Cents About Food Writing & Blogging

Howdy, dear readers. I realized today that it’s coming up on a year since I’ve started to make food writing my career. It’s been crazy, for so many reasons. I’ve been working hard and I’ve learnt everything I can along the way. I think my 

The Night Two Six Ate Saved Christmas

The Night Two Six Ate Saved Christmas

While it can be stressful, uncomfortable and lonely for some, I’ve always liked the holiday season. It’s a lot of work capped off with a welcome break, especially under normal circumstances in the restaurant industry. Usually, it’s day after day of packed services and office