Author Archives: JoJo

Oy Vey v. Mangia Mangia

Posted on November 15, 2012

I think Dad feels like we’ve been playing the Jewish Card long enough. Growing-up, Grandma Gustandine sipped Cheap Chianti all day, while making homemade noodles that hung to dry in the kitchen as her meatballs and lamb shanks simmered in … finish reading Oy Vey v. Mangia Mangia

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Kitchen Chicks

Posted on October 5, 2012

I never figured out how to be “That Guy.” You know, That Guy who was banging all The Kitchen Chicks. Fresh out of Kendall College Culinary School, I worked the Oyster Bar at Marche Restaurant. I met Jaime. I was a … finish reading Kitchen Chicks

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Name That Dish

Posted on May 9, 2012
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Healthy Eating, A Life’s Mission

Posted on April 9, 2012

In 1999, I was working at Citrus Bar & Grill while living with my brother Greg in a one-bedroom apartment on Saint Marks Place in New York City. On my day-off, to make a little extra money, so I could … finish reading Healthy Eating, A Life’s Mission

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Restaurant Biz 101

Posted on March 27, 2012

Talking to Steve, an old buddy from the days when I was a married guy. Back when my wife had friends she referred to as our “couple friends.” We’re talking about Lindsey, his beautiful wife. Distracted by the idea of … finish reading Restaurant Biz 101

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