Braised Short Rib Ravioli with Red Wine Mushroom Sauce
When a Shortcut Meets Good Technique One of the biggest misconceptions in cooking is that everything has to be made from scratch. After more than 25 years in professional kitchens, I’ve learned that great cooking isn’t about making everything yourself. It’s about knowing where to spend your time and energy. In this dish, I started […]
Grilled Lamb Chops with Spanish Romesco Sauce
Bold. Charred. Built on balance. This plate doesn’t hide. Lamb over fire—herbs, fat, and heat doing exactly what they’re supposed to do.Then romesco comes in—smoky, nutty, with just enough acid to cut through everything. Simple idea. Executed right. Where This Plate Lives (World Dishes) This is where fire meets restraint. Spanish romesco isn’t there to […]
Scotch Egg with Spicy Brown Mustard & Blue Cheese
Edible. Lovable. Egg. The Scotch egg has always fascinated me. At its core, it’s simple — a boiled egg wrapped in seasoned meat, breaded, and cooked until crisp. But like a lot of classic dishes, it travels well. Every kitchen it passes through leaves a fingerprint. This version leans into that idea. A perfectly cooked […]