Inspired Side: Salad With Zucchini & Pecorino > The French are known for creating characteristically simple dishes that highlight the natural flavor of a distinct ingredient. In this case, zucchini is the shining star. Crisp greens, ripe cherry tomatoes, and shaved pecorino cheese...

Yummy Link Richard Blais’s 31-Course Tasting Menu > Earlier I mentioned that Top Chef contestant Richard Blais helmed several restaurants in the past. One of them was his own eponymous Blais, in which there was a 31-course tasting menu. Learn what it was...

Yummy Link: The Next Food Network Star > In all of my Top Chef excitement, I've completely forgotten that The Next Food Network Star starts this Sunday, June 3. Word is the show is going to kick things up a notch in order...