THE TFC BLOG

Oh, for the love of pesto. It’s a cinch to make and can transform simple food into a rather fancy dish. While I’ve already shared a couple of pesto recipes here on the blog (a basil version and a cilantro version), this minted pesto is definitely a must-try. It adds a refreshing and clean taste […]

When I travel, I love to explore local shops. In the small town of Livingston, Montana, there’s a specialty store called Copper Moose that carries over 40 varieties of infused oil, vinegar, salts, rubs, and more. Here are a few of my top picks and the many ways you can use them to enhance your […]

Whether you’ve already achieved Flexible Chef status or you’re still learning your way around the kitchen, one peek at this list of clever kitchen tools and I bet you’ll feel inspired. Some of these goodies are just fun to have (you’ve gotta check out #3!), while I consider others essential. The best part? You can […]

Brunch is served … BUILDBrunch that is! While I’m in NYC for the next leg of my FOOD YOU WANT book tour, I had the chance to drop by the BUILDBrunch studios — a live interview series that serves up what’s hot in pop culture. On the menu this week? All things Flexible Chef! In […]

In my book, FOOD YOU WANT For The Life You Crave, I pair every recipe with Flips (AKA tips to customize and completely transform each dish). So, when NBC’s TODAY Show asked me to be apart of their Make-Ahead Monday series, I knew it was a match made in heaven! TODAY’s Make-Ahead Monday shows viewers […]

It’s summer vacation! Now is your chance to pour yourself a drink, pick up a good book, and kick up your feet to chill for an afternoon of enjoyment. Every year, I share a new summer reading list. Here are my top picks this year! Summer Reading FOOD YOU WANT For The Life You Crave […]

When it comes to summertime party food, it’s all about simple, quick, and delicious. Because, let’s get real, do you really want to spend your day slaving away in the kitchen when you can be out soaking up the sun? Yeah, me either! That’s why I’m a huge fan of do-it-yourself spreads — ones where […]

July 4th is right around the corner and that means one thing: It’s time to start planning the menu. Whether you’re hosting a BBQ or attending an outdoor bash, here are some dishes that definitely deserve a spot on your holiday menu. All of these recipes are straight out of my cookbook, FOOD YOU WANT […]

If you ask your kids what they want for dinner tonight, what would they say? Really think about it. Would they jump up and down for hot dogs? How about chicken nuggets? Mac and cheese? Fish sticks? There are a lot of different “kid foods” they may crave, but I bet none of them resemble […]