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Popular Chef Dies

The culinary world is in mourning today following the death of Friedman Paul Erhardt. The German-born cook better known as “Chef Tell” was 63. I remember watching Chef Tell on “Regis and Kathie Lee.” He was a fixture on the talk show and his jolly personality complimented the sardonic banter shared by Regis and Kathie Lee who really had no place in the kitchen. Regis regularly poked fun at Erhardt’s thick German accent, but he certainly wasn’t the only one to do so. Erhardt was the subject of many comedy skits on “Saturday Night Live” and he also served as … Continue reading →

Cajun Chef Justin Wilson

Even though he is no longer with us, Justin Wilson remains one of my all-time favorite chefs. I love how he combined great recipes with his down home humor. Among my favorite recipes of his is his hot cabbage slaw, bacon potato salad, and hushpuppies – makes my mouth water just thinking about them! Justin was born in Roseland, Louisiana in 1914. He was the son of Harry D. Wilson, the Commissioner of Agriculture for Louisiana. In his early career, Justin was a safety engineer. As he gave safety lectures, he learned the art of storytelling out of necessity. He … Continue reading →

Wolfgang Puck – Chef of the Stars

The Golden Globes are over – award season has begun! There is one constant every award season – Wolfgang Puck. For the last ten years, Wolfgang Puck has been in charge of one of the most important events of the Academy Awards – the banquet for the Governor’s Ball. The Governor’s Ball is one of the biggest after-show parties and the celebs that attend know they are in for a fantastic meal with Puck at the helm. Last year, he served roasted filet mignon and Maine lobster with celery root puree and two different truffle sauces. Just thinking about it … Continue reading →

Rachael Ray – Taking over the World, One 30 Minute Meal at a Time

I love Rachael Ray and have been a fan of hers for a while now. Anyone that can help me put a delightful meal for my family on the dinner table in thirty minutes is my hero! So who is the woman behind the meals, the cookbooks, and the daytime talk show deal with Oprah? Let’s find out more about Rachael Ray! Rachael Ray literally grew up in a restaurant. Her family owned several restaurants then her mother worked as a food supervisor for a chain of restaurants and Rachael often went along with her. Her grandfather on her mom’s … Continue reading →