9/28/23 O&A NYC COMFORT FOOD BRUNCH: Crab Cakes

Here’s another must try video recipe by Smokin and Grillin’s chef AB. These are the best Crab Cakes ever! Continue reading

4/30/23 O&A NYC SUNDAY BRUNCH: Chicken Quesadillas and Homemade Pico de Gallo- Quick and Easy Mexican Recipe

Chicken Quesadilla is a Mexican recipe which is quick and easy to prepare for Sunday brunch  or dinner. These quesadillas will also be the centerpiece of your Cinco de Mayo party.  Continue reading

3/24/23 O&A NYC MORE HARKNESS STORIES: Patricia Williams- Creating Beauty Is Not An Accident.

Foreward by Walter Rutledge

Patricia Williams is the founder and executive chef of 10 Chairs NYC, the Hell’s Kitchen boutique dining concept developed and presented by Chef Williams. But did you know this culinary diva actually received  her first  New York reviews as a ballet dancer? Starting at the Harkness School for Ballet Arts, Williams performed with the Harkness Ballet of New York, Ruth Page’s Chicago Ballet, and culminated her performance career with the New York City Opera. From her years of training she learned one universal truth, “Creating beauty does not take form as an accident. It comes by design and hard work.”  

She applied this truth as she began her career in the world of food. As executive chef, she gained two stars from the New York Times. Along the way, Chef Williams has frequently appeared on nearly all National morning talk shows demonstrating her brilliance in combining fresh seasonal unique multicultural flavors at affordable prices.

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1/22/23 O&A NYC SUNDAY BRUNCH: How To Make Lobster Mac & Cheese

On a cold rainy Sunday what is better comfort food than Lobster Mac & Cheese! Continue reading

1/14/21 O&A NYC SUNDAY BRUNCH: Philly Cheese Steaks Done Right!

You can make an authentic cheese steak sandwich at home and it’s oh, so amazing. Begin with a ribeye steak and follow these steps to make perfect Classic Philly Cheese Steaks. Continue reading

6/19/21 O&A NYC GRILLING FOR THE WEEKEND: Bacon Wrapped Shrimp with Jalapeño Coleslaw

The grilling this weekend will now take place over a three day holiday event. And the perfect seafood treat is this Bacon Wrapped Shrimp with Jalapeño Coleslaw Continue reading

8/14/20 O&A NYC GRILLING FOR THE WEEKEND: Rum Glazed Grilled Shrimp

Rum Glazed Grilled Shrimp is a delicious appetizer for summertime grilling. A light and tasty glaze. If using wooden skewers, soak in lime juice or white wine for some extra flavor. Continue reading

8/2/20 O&A NYC GRILLING FOR THE WEEKEND: Hawaiian Chicken Skewers (with Video)

These Hawaiian Chicken Skewers are a fun and easy to prepare summer grilling treat. Say aloha to what will become everyone’s favorite BBQ skewers. Continue reading

6/28/20 O&A NYC GRILLING FOR THE WEEKEND: Cajun Style Southern Smoked Shrimp With Spicy Ranch Dip

Southern Style Smoked Cajun Shrimp With Spicy Ranch Dip is as delicious as it sounds.  Continue reading

6/26/20 O&A NYC LOCKDOWN WORKOUT: 11 Simple Steps To Lose Love Handles

11 simple steps to help you get rid of your love handles, burn fat, and lose weight. There is no need to follow a diet that makes you miserable just to lose some of that side fat commonly referred to as a muffin top. Continue reading