Marcus Samuelsson

I'm lucky to live in New York, a city that offers so many options for lunch. I can pick up dumplings from a Midtown food truck, grab empanadas by the dozen in Spanish Harlem or get a fantastic bowl of ramen in the East Village. We have food from practically...

This weekend I'm headed to the Austin Food & Wine Festival, and I couldn't be more excited to see what's happening there. It's Food & Wine's first-ever food fest in the Texas capital, happening on the heels of SXSW and a few months before Austin City Limits (the...

With Easter and Mother's Day just around the corner, you know nothing says "Happy Easter" or "Thank you for taking care of me, Mom" quite like a happy brunch between family and friends. It's no wonder that New York City is known as the "Brunch Capital of the U.S" since...

Just like keeping a healthy diet is important to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, eating the right foods is just as important for getting the most out of your workout. While keeping active is a major aspect of staying fit, what you use for fuel definitely factors in.

It's key to...

Since this winter hasn't been all that harsh in most parts of the US, we can't resort to our usual heavy winter classics. But that doesn't mean we should neglect our favorite winter ingredients. Cooking seasonally is not only great for the environment (since it requires less travel and chemical...

As the famous Langston Hughes poem entitled "Harlem" starts, "What happens to a dream deferred?" many often think that the line refers to Harlem itself. That somehow some grandiose dream of what Harlem was or could be has withered or in this case "dried up like a raisin in the...

Throughout much of February, Harlem becomes alive with much appreciation towards Black History Month. Among those greats whose lives are constantly celebrated in Harlem through monuments and such are the likes of Langston Hughes, Duke Ellington, and Malcolm X. But there is one African American notable that is not often...

Ah, Valentine's Day! Besides your anniversary, it's the single most romantic day of the year. Although I believe affection and romance should be shown all year around, it's always smart to have a good plan up your sleeve for Valentine's Day. While my wife Maya and I enjoy eating out...

I love chicken. But, like a lot of chefs and cooks, I get tired of preparing it the same way. While I love fried chicken, it's not always the healthiest dish on the menu and should really be a "once in a while" treat. The key to healthy eating is...

Cold winter winds only bring one thing to mind for me -- comfort food! Although there is quite a lot of American comfort food on my menu at Red Rooster Harlem, my comfort food is traditionally Swedish in origin, since I grew up there. While some people

With the Super Bowl coming up in just 3 short weeks, everyone is looking for tasty and easy suggestions for what to serve at their parties. Pizza is a classic guest-friendly food that I like to prepare. It's the perfect dish for picky eaters, vegetarians (if meat is omitted), and...

Recently, we've been hearing a lot of hype over the gluten-free diet. For those with Celiac disease, avoiding gluten is a must since it can lead to severe health issues. But for others, the gluten-free diet has raised intrigue because of the supposed benefits from eliminating wheat, allergy or not....

It's finally 2012, and many of us have set resolutions to eat healthier. But often times with the high costs of organic and natural foods, we get discouraged to stick to our healthy food regimen. Staying on top of seasonal fruits and vegetables is one way to keep...

Undoubtedly, election years always bring to mind important issues that the country is currently facing with hope that their solutions can find their way onto candidate platforms. While I hold my own political views, it's important not to get too wrapped up in individual candidates and personalities, but instead

Most people cringe at the thought of a casserole. The word, deriving from the French for "saucepan," carries a stigma, probably because so many people were introduced to casseroles consisting of fried onions and canned cream of mushroom soup.

Ah, but a casserole can be so much more!

The holidays are my favorite time of year! Christmas was always one of the biggest celebrations in Sweden and I look forward to the festivities each year. Even though I celebrate Christmas every year in Harlem now, I still brought with me my traditions and I try to incorporate my...

The ultimate lunch combo is a great sandwich paired with a tasty soup. It's a versatile one-two punch: the soup awakens the taste buds and, when it's cold, warms you up; the sandwich not only can complement the soup's flavors, but helps satiate you to get you through the rest...

Last week, I shared with you some of my favorite ultimate burger recipes and while they're so ultimate they need no other toppings or extra frills, burgers are rarely meant to be eaten alone. French fries are America's quintessential side dish for this classic meal. But like most...

With the holidays quickly approaching, many are getting a head start in gift-shopping. I always get asked for suggestions on what to get food-lover friends. While there are many gifts out there that a foodie would love, it's always good to do some research beforehand so you know you're getting...

Thanksgiving is one of my favorite American traditions. I quickly picked it up when I moved to the U.S. from Sweden. Not only is it the most food-focused holiday in the U.S., but it is also a great time to get together with friends and family and to be thankful...