20 Fruits Starting with I
Fruits that start with the letter I may be unfamiliar to many people in North America or Europe, especially when compared to everyday staples like apples or berries. Yet they...
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Chef of the Week: Chef Jeong-In Hwang of San Ho Won, San Francisco
This week, we’re honored to feature Chef Jeong-In Hwang, chef de cuisine of San Ho Won in San Francisco. San Ho Won is one of the most acclaimed Korean restaurants...
30+ Tasty Fruits Starting with H
From familiar market favorites to rare regional curiosities, fruits that start with the letter H cover a wide range of flavors, textures, and culinary uses. Some are instantly recognizable staples...
82 Gorgeous Fruits Starting with G
From guava and gooseberries to the exotic gac fruit and the ever-popular grapes, the letter G is home to a surprisingly wide and flavorful collection of fruits. Some fruits starting...
Chef of the Week: Chef Roberto Alcocer of Valle, California
This week, we’re thrilled to spotlight Chef Roberto Alcocer, the visionary behind Valle in Oceanside, California, and one of the leading ambassadors of modern Mexican cuisine in the United States....
Chef of the Week: Chef Seigo Tamura of 715 Sushi, Los Angeles
This week, we spotlight Chef Seigo Tamura, the acclaimed itamae behind 715 Sushi in Los Angeles and a standout figure in today’s sushi world. A former professional athlete who traded...
25 Perfect Gifts for Young Chefs
Little chefs of all ages love rolling up their sleeves in the kitchen. The younger ones beam with pride when they get to help with simple, supervised tasks, while older...
20 Best Holiday Gifts for Chefs (According to Real Chefs)
Finding the perfect gift for a chef isn’t always easy as chefs are passionate, particular (who knew!), and already surrounded by an arsenal of kitchen tools and gourmet ingredients. So...
Most Expensive Restaurants in Scottsdale
Scottsdale has quietly turned into one of the most expensive steak-and-seafood playgrounds in the Southwest. To see just how high the checks can climb, Chef’s Pencil analyzed menus across the...
Chef of the Week: Chef Rogelio Garcia of Auro, California
From dishwasher to Michelin-starred executive chef, Rogelio Garcia’s story is the kind of journey that defines modern American dining — one built on grit, humility, and extraordinary talent. As the...
The Most Expensive Restaurants in Phoenix
While it may not enjoy the same gourmand cachet as some other U.S. cities, Phoenix’s dining scene has exploded in recent years. World-class chefs, boutique hotel restaurants, and luxury steakhouses...
Chef of the Week: Sumant Sharma, Executive Pastry Chef at Musaafer Houston & NYC
Redefining Indian Pastry on the Global Stage From the farmlands of Royal Rajasthan to the Michelin-starred kitchens of Musaafer, Chef Sumant Sharma has embarked on a remarkable journey to reimagine...
Thanksgiving Restaurant Prices Revealed: What Americans Pay in 29 Cities
For many Americans, Thanksgiving has long meant crowded grocery stores, hours of chopping and roasting, and a post-feast mountain of dishes. But a growing number of people are choosing a...
38 Fantastic Fruits Starting with F
This collection of fruits beginning with F spans well-known classics and lesser-known regional varieties, each offering distinct flavors and culinary uses. Many work beautifully in both sweet and savory dishes,...
30 Exquisite Fruits Starting with E
Ever wondered how many delicious fruits start with the letter E? From everyday favorites like elderberries and eureka lemons to tropical curiosities such as eggfruit, engkala, and Ethiopian bananas, this...
37 Delicious Fruits Starting with D
If you thought you knew your alphabet of ingredients, think again! The world of fruit starting with the letter ‘D’ is packed with incredible diversity—a true reminder of how inspiring...
Chef of the Week: Chef Massimo Falsini of Caruso’s, Montecito
Few chefs embody both tradition and evolution as seamlessly as Massimo Falsini, the visionary behind Caruso’s, one of California’s most celebrated modern Italian restaurants. Born and raised in Rome, shaped...
Miami’s Most Expensive Restaurants in 2025
New Research Reveals Miami’s Most Expensive Restaurant Is More Expensive Than the World’s Most Expensive Michelin Restaurant Miami’s dining scene has never been shy about luxury, but new research compiled...
Stainless Steel vs. Teflon: What Professional Chefs Really Prefer
“Put the flavor into your food, not down the drain,” says Chef Paul Hegeman, founder of Chef’s Pencil. He’s referring, of course, to deglazing — one of the best-kept (though...
Chef of the Week: Chef Lynnessa Hughes of Haven, Tampa
At Tampa’s acclaimed Haven, Chef Lynnessa Hughes brings warmth, precision, and a deeply personal touch to one of the city’s most beloved dining rooms. After five years honing her craft...
36 Must-Try Mediterranean Desserts & Pastries
Across the Mediterranean, desserts are more than just a way to end a meal, they’re a reflection of sun-soaked afternoons, shared meals, and generations of home baking. From Greece’s syrupy...
Chef of the Week: Ricky Odbert of Six Test Kitchen, California
Few chefs embody the spirit of dedication and innovation quite like Ricky Odbert, the creative force behind Six Test Kitchen in Paso Robles. What began in 2015 as a humble...
30 Tasty Sweet & Savory Walnut Recipes
There’s something about walnuts that makes everything taste a little cozier. They add crunch to salads, richness to desserts, and that deep, nutty flavor that instantly feels homemade. In addition,...
Paradise on a Plate: 20 Ways to Cook with Exotic Fruits
It’s time to transport your kitchen to tropical shores. After exploring the vibrant lineup of must-try exotic fruits, we’re turning things deliciously practical with a curated round-up of exotic-fruit recipes....