THE TFC BLOG

What do you usually eat on the weekend? At my house, every Friday night, my family and I sit down to Shabbat dinner, where the table is filled with an abundance of food, wine, and decadent dessert. Fantastic flavors continue into the weekend, often starting with pre-made, gluten-free muffins. Since food is aplenty on weekends […]

Does anyone actually enjoy grocery shopping all the time? Yeah, I didn’t think so. While it may not be the most thrilling task, grabbing groceries is something we’ve all gotta do. Before you start filling up your shopping cart, take a moment to check out this list of savvy supermarket tips. They’ll help you navigate […]

Things are heating up at Hallmark’s Home&Family studios! For the second time this summer, I got a chance to stop by and cook with the hosts. This time around, we’re whipping up a dish that’s loaded with flavor and will have your guests craving seconds. Enter: Sweet and Spicy Summertime Chicken With Peach Salsa. The […]

Has mint taken over your garden? Or maybe you just have some extra in the refrigerator and have no idea what to do with it. Well, you’re in luck. Turns out, mint is a super flexible ingredient and the clean taste pairs perfectly with both sweet and savory dishes. You can use mint in salads, […]

This chopped salad has got it going on! It’s filled with varying textures — crunchy, juicy, and creamy — that will all excite your palate. Plus, you can’t beat the clean and fresh flavor that’s perfect on a hot summer day. Make sure to check out this post for my Minted Pesto recipe, which you’ll […]

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 […]