The year-old eatery shuttered January 2 Celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson’s debut D.C. restaurant at MGM National Harbor has failed, and the casino giant will fill the atrium-level hole with a new spot called Conservatory Cafe. Samuelsson , who operates several Harlem eateries, was one of three celebrity chefs to open restaurants inside MGM National Harbor last December.

Source: Marcus Samuelsson’s Struggling National Harbor Restaurant Has Closed

If you’re like me and you see “massaged kale” on the menu you laugh thinking it’s an inside chef joke. Apparently it’s a real thing. Bon Appétit writes:

In some cases, massaging kale is an important step on the road to kale salad perfection. But when do you need to do it, and when do you not?

Source: What’s the Deal with “Massaging” Kale?

Get Ready to Eat Incredible Food During Chicago Restaurant Week January 26–February 8.

Source: Chicago Restaurant Week 2018

21 Best Recipes 2017 Your Most Favourite And Most Tried 21 Best Recipes, 2017! Now that 2017 is coming to a close, I’ve gone back into the archives to find 21 Best Recipes of 2017! The MOST loved recipes by YOU. PLUS, with each recipe I’ve included some of the comments left by YOU, my AMAZING readers!

Source: 21 Best Recipes 2017

The Superbowl is coming…

Mini hot ham and cheese sliders sliding into your life like a hot knife through butter. So cheesy, addictive, and GOOD.

Source: Mini Hot Ham and Cheese Sliders Recipe

From Chef in Training:

This Eggnog Fudge is creamy, smooth and has such a delicious holiday flavor. The eggnog really jazzes up such a simple fudge recipe and fills each bite with remarkable holiday spices. It is so simple to whip up and makes for a great treat for all to enjoy!

Source: Eggnog Fudge

101 Cookbooks writes:

Because I’ve been experimenting with the Instant Pot quite a bit lately, I’ve been getting a lot of questions. Many times my answer is a link. A link to a video, or a link to a recipe, or technique. So! I thought I’d compile all those helpful links into one list.

Source: 40 Essential Instant Pot Links

Did you know that eating black eyed peas on New Years Day is considered by many to bring wealth and prosperity in the new year? This black eyed peas recipe is a twist on the more traditional southern version (Hoppin’ John), which typically uses ham hocks and collard greens.

Source: Black Eyed Peas with Spinach and Bacon

Don’t miss this great introduction to Sous Vide from Chef Angela Davis at the Kitchenista Diaries.

“Learning new techniques has been one of the most important aspects in my journey as a home cook. I’m always looking for better ways to improve the food I enjoy making. One of the first earth-shattering revelations in my kitchen was realizing that everything doesn’t have to be cooked in the oven at 350°F.”

Source: The Kitchenista’s Guide to Getting Started with Sous Vide Cooking