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Andrew Zimmern’s homestyle frozen entrées blend generational recipes with the essence of Grandma’s Sunday dinners, offering a fusion of comfort, convenience, and treasured memories in every bite.   AVAILABLE EXCLUSIVELY AT WALMART

Learn to Cut Batons with this Sweet Potato & Shrimp Fritter Recipe

I love these sweet potato & shrimp fritters with nuoc cham. This classic Vietnamese street food is packed with flavor, texture and stunning color. It seems like the kind of thing you only order in a restaurant, but I promise it’s easier to make at home than you think. And it’s gluten- and dairy-free. I’ll…  Read More

Simple Ways to Create an Easy Back-to-School Transition

It’s almost back-to-school time. After three months of loose schedules, late bedtimes, and long days at the pool, the day after Labor Day feels like a natural reset. To ease the transition, I always look to gear that makes mealtime (and life) fun and as stress-free as possible.   Here are some of my favorite ways…

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Andrew’s Favorite Things

You’ve been asking for my favorite gear for years, and I finally created this handy roundup with all my favorites. From woks and knives to salt and coffee, here’s what I actually use in my home kitchen (and beyond). This page contains affiliate links, but all opinions are my own.

TV

Family Dinner with Andrew Zimmern In Family Dinner, Andrew Zimmern visits families across America to explore how the cultural, regional, and historical facets of who we are inform what and how we eat, and all the ways food brings people together. Watch Family Dinner on Magnolia Network, or stream on Max and Discovery+

Andrew Zimmern Recipe Spring Fettuccine Primavera

Fettuccine Primavera

By Andrew Zimmern This is a new updated lighter recipe without cream or butter. The pesto can be used for many applications.

Andrew Zimmern’s Best Summer Recipes for the 4th of July

My Best Recipes for 4th of July There’s no better way to celebrate the holiday (and my birthday) than relaxing with family, hanging out by the grill and enjoying fresh summer produce. Here are a few of my favorite recipes, from all-American cookout classics like barbecue chicken and baked beans, to picnic perfect salads and a…  Read More

Andrew Zimmern's Recipe for Roasted Root Vegetables

Andrew Zimmern Cooks: Roasted Root Vegetables

Roasted Root Vegetables By Andrew Zimmern Learning how to roast properly is crucial for success in the kitchen. For me, it’s the most soul-satisfying form of cookery. I like a variety of texture, flavor and color in my roasted vegetables, so I use a mix of root vegetables along with shallots, pearl onions and sprigs…  Read More

Corned Beef

Andrew Zimmern Cooks: Glazed Corned Beef

Corned Beef with Bourbon-Molasses Glaze By Andrew Zimmern This recipe is one of my favorites, the sticky bourbon-molasses glaze gives the meat an irresistible touch of sweetness that balances out the brine. Brining your own corned beef at home is easy, all you need is the right equipment and time, about 7 to 10 days—therefore…  Read More

Andrew Zimmern's recipe for pasta carbonara

Andrew Zimmern’s Pasta Carbonara Recipe

Pasta Carbonara By Andrew Zimmern This elegant Roman pasta is simple to make and one of the most soul-satisfying meals I can think of. It’s superb even without fussy ingredients, but it becomes HEAVENLY with a seriously good cheese, and orange-yolked farm fresh eggs. It will change your life. Watch Andrew make this recipe: Like…  Read More

Zoe Francois' Pumpkin Bundt Cake

Andrew Zimmern Cooks: Pumpkin Bundt Cake Recipe with Zoë François

Chocolate Swirl Pumpkin Bundt Cake Recipe by Zoë François I am in desperate need of lessons when it comes to baking, and I can’t think of a better teacher than my friend Zoë François, an award-winning baker and author of the best-selling Bread in Five Minutes series. She is sharing her recipe for a ridiculously moist…  Read More

The Best Macaroon I’ve Ever Eaten

The Salty Tart Chef Michelle Gayer is a James Beard Award nominee many times over, including being a 2017 semifinalist for “Outstanding Baker.” Open since 2008, Gayer and her team at The Salty Tart make everything from scratch everyday—from pastry cream-filled brioche to flaky layered croissants and buttercream-topped cupcakes to banana cream pies. Her macaroons are…  Read More

The Stunning Transformation of a Minneapolis Staple

Alma: Cafe, Hotel & Restaurant After a major overhaul and grand re-opening, Alma is as gorgeous as ever, filling a hole we didn’t know we had in the Twin Cities dining scene. What was once solely a fantastic restaurant, owned and operated by James Beard award-winning chef Alex Roberts, is now an elegant, design-driven hotel,…  Read More

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Healthy Weeknight Recipes

9 Healthy(ish) Recipes for Winter Here are a few hearty, yet healthy meals to get you excited about that post-holiday detox.   Roast Chicken with Ratatouille Family meal nights across America just got easier, and so did entertaining on a budget. Ratatouille paired with roast chicken pieces is a classic combination that even your kids will…  Read More

Taste Atlas: Rome

Devour Rome One of the cradles of Western civilization, Rome is a city full of globally influential art, culture and architecture. Over 4 million tourists flock to the Italian capital every year, visiting ancient Roman ruins, hoping to catch a glimpse of the pope in Vatican City, and, often times, binging on Italian gelato, pizza…  Read More

Corey Lee's Chocolate|Benu

Chocolate With Candied Seeds by Corey Lee

Chocolate With Candied Seeds By Corey Lee For years, we served traditional molded chocolates, filled and deco­rated individually by hand. They were skillfully made, and many of our guests raved about them. Nonetheless, they always felt incon­gruous with the rest of our menu, appearing somewhat common and possibly interpreted as a platitudinal gesture that comes…  Read More

White Hot in San Francisco

From the culinary adventures of Bob & Sue… By Bob & Sue Venturing beyond such regular favorites as Coi and Quince while enjoying another great experience at Benu, we secured difficult reservations at these two interesting restaurants: Photo Credit: Dylan + Jeni  State Bird Provisions This James Beard award winner for Best New Restaurant in…  Read More

James Beard Foundation Awards 2014

Congratulations JBF Award Winners! I had a fantastic weekend at the James Beard Foundation Awards in NYC, the nation’s most prestigious awards ceremony honoring professionals in the food and beverage biz. Winners of the Foundation’s annual Book, Broadcast, and Journalism Awards were presented on May 2, at Gotham Hall in New York City, during a…  Read More

AZ Visits the Salvation Army

Giving Back Earlier this week, I visited St. Paul’s Payne Avenue Salvation Army to serve roasted chicken and mashed potatoes with head chef Jeff Ansorge and chat with the kids in the after-school program. The Salvation Army provides everything from basic needs and housing to rehabilitation and counseling to those in need. I was humbled…  Read More

Charleston

The Holy City Charleston is one of the oldest cities in America. While the food scene in Charleston is filled with innovators and food-forward thinkers, you can always taste the Southern roots and history in its cuisine. From incredible fresh seafood to mouth-watering barbecue to classic Southern dishes with a modern twist, you really can’t…  Read More

AZ’s Top Cookbooks of 2013

This Year’s Required Reading There have been too many wonderful cookbooks published in 2013 to mention, but here are 25 of my favorite. No matter what type of cook you consider yourself to be, these are cookbooks that should be in your library. From recipes for simple weeknight meals to authentic Asian dishes and impress-your-guests…  Read More

Los Angeles

L.A. Recommendations From Michelin-starred fine dining to Korean barbecue and taco food trucks, Los Angeles has one of the most exciting and diverse food scenes in the country. Here’s a snapshot of my favorite L.A. eateries and hotels – there are probably a hundred more that should be on the list, but I’m only vouching…  Read More

Go Fork Yourself: Amy Thielen

Amy Thielen Midwestern Table Amy Thielen, author & host of Food Network’s new show, Heartland Table, talks food writing, American regionalism, and the red-hot Midwestern food scene. Plus, Andrew and Molly answer listener questions about tipping. Want to Learn More about Amy? Pick up a copy of The New Midwestern Table by Amy Thielen Watch Heartland Table on Food Network…  Read More

Thrillist Presents: Things to Do in Toronto

The Queen City I’ve partnered up with Thrillist to bring you my behind-the-scenes tips on where to eat, where to stay, and what to do when you are traveling across the globe. My guide to eating like a lumberjack, dressing like a hipster and making your wife happy in the Queen City here.

Austin Food + Wine Festival

Cabrito, Cabrito, Cabrito The first Austin Food + Wine Festival went off without a hitch– a stunning event, and one of the most fun weekends I’ve had in a while. A HUGE thanks to Food + Wine and the folks at C3 Presents for their hard work and dedication. You guys are the best at…  Read More

Austin Food + Wine Festival

Cabrito, Cabrito, Cabrito The first Austin Food + Wine Festival went off without a hitch– a stunning event, and one of the most fun weekends I’ve had in a while. A HUGE thanks to Food + Wine and the folks at C3 Presents for their hard work and dedication. You guys are the best at…  Read More