Southern cuisine is a reflection of tradition, community, and bold flavors. Known for its heartwarming dishes and regional identity, this culinary tradition offers a sense of belonging as much as it does nourishment. Tennessee, once overshadowed by more well-known culinary states in the South, has steadily emerged as a beacon of Southern food excellence. Through its dedication to authenticity, innovation, and community, Tennessee is carving a name for itself as a rising star in Southern cuisine.
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8282 Brings Elevated Korean Fare to NYC’s Lower East Side
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There is much to be said in favor of being ‘unassuming,’ and when speaking of a new favorite dining spot, all the better. Picture a restaurant whose non-descript exterior hints at a place where they serve a mean poke bowl or avocado toast. Once you’re inside and seated, however, you’re swept away by a menu rich with wildly inventive, farm-to-table creations that would be right at home in a Michelin-starred establishment. This was my inaugural experience at 8282, a recently-opened LES eatery serving distinctive modern Korean fare in a casual, comfortable setting. If a restaurant was ever a hidden gem, this is it.
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Happy Family’s Shazi Visram Talks to Chef Tom Colicchio about Organic Food for Kids
There aren’t many topics in the realm of food, cooking and nutrition that are as hot right now as that of organic foods. While some might think that organic food is an adult interest, the truth is that feeding babies and children organically grown food is absolutely vital for the health of a growing young brain and body. Continue reading Happy Family’s Shazi Visram Talks to Chef Tom Colicchio about Organic Food for Kids