Living the Gourmet had the pleasure of speaking with Chef Graham Elliot as he sets out to reinvent backyard summer staples inspired by flavors from Across America. Chef Elliot is currently the co-host and judge on Fox Network’s hit cooking competitions, MasterChef and MasterChef Jr. Furthermore, he has earned two Michelin stars for his restaurant…
Interviews
#LTG Interviews Champion BBQ Pitmaster Mike Peters
Living the Gourmet recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Champion BBQ Pitmaster Mike Peters for some of this year’s best grilling tips. From a signature Five Minute Marinade to breaking down the reverse sear technique, Mike Peters is making professional barbequing accessible. Enjoy and Happy Grilling!
Wine Week – Day 1: Creating the Perfect Outdoor Oasis
Here on Living the Gourmet we’re devoting the entire week to helping you create the perfect summer soiree. From setting the tone with the perfect seasonal wine pairing, to impressing your guests with an exquisite tablescape, to savoring the evening with an elegantly apropos menu, to toasting the sunset, we’ll give you the tips, tricks…
#LTG Interviews Chef Russell Booth for #NationalBurgerMonth
Living the Gourmet had the distinct pleasure of sitting down with #chef Russell Booth, Executive Chef at Hard Rock International, about #NationalBurgerMonth and the Hard Rock’s Burger Tour. Few dishes are as iconic, as widespread, or as diverse as the burger. From playing the perennial crowd-pleaser at summer cookouts, to being transformed into veritable works…
#LTG Interviews: Chef Chris Koetke & the James Beard Awards
On May 4th, Chicago had the honor of hosting the 25th Anniversary of the prestigious James Beard Awards at the opulent Lyric Opera House of Chicago. As the day began to set, the stars came out to dine. Celebrated as the Oscars of the Food Industry, the glittering opera house boasted of distinguished chefs. The…
Interview with Chef Eric Greenspan
Living the Gourmet is pleased to present Eric Greenspan, whose new show on the National Geographic Channel, Eric Greenspan is Hungry, premiered November 24, 2014. Eric Greenspan is Hungry takes viewers across America on a quest to find the quintessential meat experience. From hunting wild hog to fishing for prehistoric alligator gar, the show takes…
LTG Interview with Chef Jeff Henderson
Living the Gourmet had the pleasure of interviewing Chef Jeff Henderson for his new show Flip My Food, which premiered September 8th in National syndication. For Flip My Food, Chef Jeff Henderson is traveling across the country meeting up with newscasters, local celebrities, and everyday people, to show them how to ‘flip’ their food, recreating…
It’s All Greek to Me! An Interview, Review, Recipe & Giveaway {Closed}
Living the Gourmet had the distinct pleasure of interviewing former host of The View and TV personality Debbie Mattenopoulous for the launch of her new book It’s All Greek to Me. Catherine: You’re known as a host on The View, CBS, MTV, and E!, and you mention in It’s All Greek to Me how your…
Interview with White House Chef John Moeller featuring Dining at the White House
Living the Gourmet is pleased to present Dining at the White House from Chef John Moeller, one of the longest tenured White House chefs to have served. The book opens with a simple question, “Have you ever wondered what it would be like to dine at the White House?” Part autobiography, part cookbook, Dining at the White…
Interview with Jackie Collins
Living the Gourmet is honored (thrilled!) to welcome one of the world’s bestselling authors – Jackie Collins. I came to this interview not only as a longtime food-blogger, but also as a longtime fan of the Santangelo novels and of Jackie Collins’ work in general. Needless to say, a ‘Lucky Santangelo Cookbook’ instantly piqued my interest. …
Introducing Lil Kristi’s Tostadas & Salsa
Living the Gourmet is happy to introduce Lil’ Kristi’s a delicious new line of salsas and tostadas by singer Kristine Mirelle. Lil’ Kristi’s was started in 2010 but the recipes for Lil’ Kristi’s has been in her family for generations. In 1949 Kristine’s grandparents started El Charro Mexican Foods in the garage of their own…
