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West Coast Foods Move to New York

Posted by Allison Benz

Yesterday ”Cooking Today” welcomed executive chef and co-owner of New York’s Ciano, Shea Gallante, into the host’s seat.  Highlighting West Coast Asian cuisine that has moved to New York City, …

NYC Ice Cream Tour

Posted by Allison Benz

As our internship with Martha Stewart Living Radio comes to a close, Sierra and I decided to do one last themed tour of New York City. Since it’s …

Gardening, Greens, and Grilling with Virginia Willis

Posted by Allison Benz

Yesterday, “Cooking Today” welcomed culinary authority and acclaimed cookbook author, Virginia Willis, to the host’s seat. Joining Virginia on the air was vegetarian and vegan food expert, Nava Atlas, and …

Coffee and Cocktails

Posted by Allison Benz

Chef Amanda Freitag returned to the studio to close out her week hosting “Cooking Today.” Joining Amanda for her final broadcast were David Trotta, Director of Operations for Jack’s …

Behind-the-Scenes of the Kitchen and "Chopped."

Posted by Allison Benz

Chef Amanda Freitag was back in the studio yesterday with another great edition of “Cooking Today.”  Joining Chef Freitag on the show were Colleen Grapes, pastry chef at The Red …

NYC Meals Under $15

Posted by Allison Benz

As our internship with Martha Stewart Living Radio winds down, Sierra and I are making the most out of the time we have left in New York City. This …

Amanda Freitag Talks Pizza, Restaurants and More...

Posted by Allison Benz

For her first broadcast as host of “Cooking Today,” chef Amanda Freitag  was joined in studio by chef and co-owner of the upcoming Brooklyn pizza restaurant Krescendo, Elizabeth Falkner, as well …

Keep on Food Truckin'

Posted by Allison Benz

As interns for Martha Stewart Living Radio in New York City, Sierra Ferrier and I are determined to have the best experience possible while living here this summer. …