December 2011
16 posts
Miso and Mung Bean Noodle Soup Recipe →
BY AINE CARLIN After over indulging over the Christmas period it’s now time to regain a little balance in the form of leafy greens, soothing broths and soft noodles. I like to think of this dish as a…
A Healthier 2012: Tips on Setting Healthy Goals →
By: Melaina Gasbarrino Now that 2012 is closely upon us, first things first, Happy New Year! With a New Year comes new hopes, new dreams and of course a new you. This year is all about a healthy you….
10 Useful Tips to Prevent a Holiday Hangover →
By: Michele Wolfson Nothing rings in the New Year like a holiday hangover, right? WRONG! While it’s awesome spending the night drinking champagne and other tasty libations, the aftermath is often…
Roasted Pork Loin with a Pistachio Crust Recipe →
By: Saira Malhotra Christmas is barely a blink away. In addition to a large bird, other meats are gladly welcomed, be it roast beef, leg of lamb or a glazed ham. Since we love little twists on…
Cooking, Conversation, and Culture: A Cooking Demo... →
On Wednesday, I hosted a cooking demo for one of my biggest fans, Elizabeth Johnson, her family and two law students from Ethiopia. Elizabeth is a member of the Abyssinian Baptist Church, one of the…
Baked Sufganiyot Recipe →
While Chanukah is known as “the Festival of Lights,” because of the miraculous oil that kept burning, it comes to no surprise that most of the foods used to celebrate this great holiday are…
4 Holiday Hors D’oeuvres Tips and Vegan Recipes →
By: Michele Wolfson The best part of a cocktail hour isn’t spending time with loved ones, checking out what everyone is wearing or even the open bar. The best part of a cocktail hour is the hors…
The Arts, Food, and All-Things-New York: An... →
By: Cyndi Amaya Known for his popular New York-centered food blog, Eat This NY, Brian Hoffman has clearly made a name for himself in the NY food blog scene. Aside from being the tour guide for…
The Red Rooster Mistletoe Recipe →
Here’s a recipe for the latest holiday cocktail from Red Rooster Harlem. Created by mixologist Lonn Coupel-Coward, this festive Champagne cocktail has three simple ingredients that can be substituted…
11 Must-Have Kitchen Gadget Gifts for the Holiday... →
By: Michele Wolfson Manhattanites generally have tiny apartments with very limited space. This often prevents us from buying kitchen gadgets that our country friends own with their big kitchens and…
Below Zero Gardening: How to Build the Perfect... →
By: Melaina Gasbarrino When you hear the words winter and gardening in the same sentence you’re probably thinking what a strange combination that is, as there certainly is no way you could possibly…
Red Rooster T-Shirts Now Available at the Nook →
Looking for a great holiday stocking stuffer for a Red Rooster fan in your life? We’ve got just the thing! Our new Red Rooster T-shirts are now available at the Red Rooster Nook. Designed by the…
Red Rooster Harlem Hosts A Holiday Food Drive →
Since the holidays are truly about giving back to the community, Red Rooster is hosting a food drive to help feed those in need this holiday season. Starting this Monday, December 12th until Friday,…
Harlem: Where Talent is Born →
By: Michele Wolfson New York is famously known as the Empire State, and within that is Harlem, a neighborhood just as famous for breeding talented human beings. If one wanted to see well-crafted…
The Ultimate Community Epicurean Experience: The... →
By: Saira Malhotra To whom would you bestow the crown of being your favorite chef? (Besides Marcus Samuelsson, of course!) Is it a member of your family, a friend, a chef from your most visited…
Prosciutto-Wrapped Pork with Sweet Potatoes and... →
By: Laura Ratliff and Ryan Smith Finding ourselves facing one of the rare chilly nights we have had so far this season, Ryan and I were in need of some warm sustenance before we took Iggy out on a…
November 2011
15 posts
Acorn Squash with Curried Apple Stuffing Recipe →
By: Michele Wolfson Looking for an interesting way to serve your stuffing this year for Thanksgiving? Well look no further! Instead of just serving the stuffing alone as a side dish, why not bring…
Thanksgiving Recipe Roundup →
Looking for some new ideas on how to make this Thanksgiving dinner special? Check out our roundup of Thanksgiving recipes that can help you spruce up your menu this year. Also stay tuned for a few…
Oven Roasted Tomatoes Recipe →
BY LINDA WAGNER Who doesn’t love oven roasted tomatoes? They are so sweet and pair perfectly with just about any meal. I love them on goat cheese salads, with polenta and basil, mixed with other…
The Art of Delphine Diallo, Part II: The Vision... →
By: Cyndi Amaya On Monday, we featured Part I of an interview with Brooklyn artist Delphine Diallo and her journey as an artist. Today we continue that interview and get an inclusive look at her…
The Art of Delphine Diallo, Part I: The Start of... →
By: Cyndi Amaya Recently, I had the honor of meeting one of New York’s budding new artists, Delphine Diaw Diallo. With featured exhibitions in galleries such as the United Nations, the Opera Gallery,…
Harlem Football Company Visits Red Rooster →
On Tuesday, Red Rooster Harlem had the pleasure of welcoming the Harlem Football Company as they celebrated a big night for some of their hard working students and football players. Throughout its…
Red Rooster Halloween Photos →
Couldn’t get enough of our Halloween photos from Red Rooster and Remy Martin V’s Halloween Bash? Well here’s a gallery of several more shots. Warning! They might make you regret not coming Uptown…
Thanksgiving Day Tips →
By: Ashley Bode This time last year I was in the midst of planning an annual Friends’ Thanksgiving for twenty of my favorite people. I spent my days sifting through editions of Bon Apetite and…
Gluten-Free Sour Cream Coffee Cake Recipe →
By: Michele Wolfson Having a gluten allergy is like going to the beach with your friends while your leg is in a cast: Not ideal. Celiac disease and gluten free allergies are more commonly discussed…
Vote For Red Rooster For NYC Restaurant of the... →
Today starts the 2011 Eater Awards, where fans can vote for nominees in the various award categories. We’re happy to announce that this year, Red Rooster made it on the roster for NYC Restaurant of…
Tune In To The Next Iron Chef Tonight →
Don’t forget to tune in tonight to the Food Network’s Next Iron Chef at 9pm/8c to watch as we battle it out in our next round to see who will become the Next Iron Chef America! The last episode was…
Come Celebrate Thanksgiving at Red Rooster Harlem! →
Celebrate Thanksgiving the Uptown way, when Red Rooster Harlem hosts the holiday for the very first time! Upstairs, a Thanksgiving prix-fixe menu will be available for lunch, from 12:00 – 3:00 p.m.;…
Safe Food Practices: Finally Learning to Prevent... →
By: Dylan Rodgers As a culture, we always react to situations rather than prevent them. Take obesity for example. Our initial reaction to becoming over weight has been technological innovation for…
Update on East Africa: Rain, Rain, Hopefully More... →
By: Dylan Rodgers People in the Horn of Africa at last felt the cool splash of rain. The white noise of wet, percussive salvation drummed on the roofs of many drought-weary Africans last week. I can…
Today on Food Republic →
Happy Halloween! Hungry for more Halloween stories and tips? Check out our sister site, Food Republic, today for even more Halloween news and recipes. It’s just the thing to feed your ghoulish side!…
October 2011
17 posts
Spicy Chicken Soup Recipe →
BY LINDA WAGNER I’ve had a craving for chicken tortilla soup recently and this simple recipe really hit the spot! I made a few adjustments by adding more veggies and omitting the tortilla strips. You…
Strawberry Tiramisu Recipe →
By: Saira Malhotra It’s ok to admit that there you have post summer blues, especially when the fall kicks right in. Feeling frustrated to layer up? Bothered that your ice-cream-eating days are…
My Week in Photos for October 28 →
This was a fun week! I got to visit Washington, DC at the beginning of the week, followed by an invitation to the Studio Museum’s Annual Gala. The fun continued when I participated in MasterCard’s…
Sweet Potato Crisps Recipe →
By: Marla Meridith If you have not all ready figured it out I am completely obsessed with everything sweet potato and pumpkin as soon as September 1st hits. By the time October rolls around even more…
France Takes A Lead In BPA Ban →
By: Saira Malhotra In recent years, there has been a great push for companies to turn BPA free. This week, the Deutsche Welle published an article on how France is upping the ante and taking more…
Spinach, White Cheddar, and Caramelized Onion Pie... →
By: Madeleine Ignon The nice thing about pies, both sweet and savory, is that they can be made and enjoyed all year long. Pies seem to bring people together, whatever the flavor. In the summer, sweet…
Indoor S’Mores Recipe →
Looks like we’re in for a cold weekend here in the city! When it’s cold, nothing says comfort more than a warm marshmallow and melted chocolate between graham crackers, that’s right- S’Mores! Who…
My Week in Photos for October 21 →
As always, this week has been exciting! We started off the week big at Red Rooster with the Copland House Annual Gala on Sunday night. Their gala “Dreaming on Lenox” was a beautiful event, as it was…
Classic Daiquiri Recipe →
By: Ashley Bode When most people hear “daiquiri” they immediately think of a icy pink drink served in a hurricane glass and topped with a cherry, dollop of whipped cream and an umbrella….
Dreaming on Lenox: Copland House at Red Rooster →
On Sunday, Red Rooster Harlem had the pleasure of hosting the prestigious Copland House and its annual gala. This year’s theme was “Dreaming on Lenox: An American Culinary and Musical Gala.”…
Breast Cancer and The Diet →
By: Dylan Rodgers Can certain foods cause cancer? It seems that every time I watch the news some new thing like Styrofoam in the microwave or too much Equal causes cancer. The further we delve into…
FC Harlem’s New Youth Soccer Field →
It was an exciting day and a huge honor to take part in the unveiling of FC Harlem’s new soccer field yesterday in Riverside Park. The event was filled with a fervent group of kids that got the…
Tibetan Momos Recipe →
By: Saira Malhotra Today’s street food dish takes us to the high altitude of Tibet. This is a mystical place with serenity and a spiritual vibe, yaks roaming around, and little children with pink…
Crispy Fried Eggplant Recipe →
By: Madeleine Ignon I love this time of year. As California simultaneously holds on to its summer and makes room for Fall, a lot of produce is in its peak. Eggplants are a great example; I am trying…
Sweet Potato Coconut Curry with Chicken and Bacon... →
By: Marla Meridith I have been tucked away in my favorite mountain town Telluride, Colorado. After a day of hiking and taking photos of the beautiful fall foliage it is wonderful to come home this…
Ginger, Cherry, and Chili Cocktail Recipe →
By: Saira Malhotra As the season changes and dusky moods replace light and effervescence, desire beckons sultry alternatives. The cooler weather makes us prime candidate for earthy tones and scents…
Week in Photos for October 14 →
This week has been a particular thought-provoking one. I was engaged in two discussions, one with the James Beard Foundation and one with friends Sanford Biggers and Mos Def. Although each one was in…
August 2011
9 posts
Outstanding in the Field: Queens Farm, Part I →
Yesterday, I had the pleasure of participating in Outstanding in the Field, where notable chefs prepare a meal for guests on a long communal table set in a natural setting. There has been over 80…
Summer Angel Hair Pasta With Pistachios Recipe →
Who would have thought that you could fool your body into being full after eating just a handful of pistachios? Well according to Dr. James Painter, professor and chair of School of Family and…