A Friend in Knead

David divulges how he learned to bake bread late in life—and how he promptly became quite, quite obsessed.

Rotisserie Chicken 101

Rotisserie chicken—expertly made at home, thank you very much—is what's on the menu in this video with grillmeister Jamie Purviance who teaches David to harness his inner griller.

Chipotle Maple Barbecue Sauce

This indescribably must-have-more-of-this sauce boasts the complex sweetness of maple syrup and the smoky spice of chipotle peppers. Slather it at will.

40 mins

When a Bifana is More than a Sandwich

David explains the comfort he found in a simple Portuguese sandwich whose name or popularity he didn't know until years later. He simply knew at the time that it tasted like home.

Let’s Hygge Together!

David explains the Scandinavian concept of hygge, minus the Danish models and perfectly designed homes, and gets real. Really real.

Ham and Cheese, Italian Style

Years ago, I had the good fortune to tour Italy and, led by my prodigious belly, I ate my way from one astoundingly delicious region to another.

A Tale of Two Portuguese Stuffings

David muses about how the Portuguese in America celebrate Thanksgiving, complete with two different yet requisite stuffings on the table.

The Secret Behind Milk Mayonnaise

Milk mayonnaise, a thick luscious treat in Portugal and Spain, is an eggless condiment with all the same richness and flavor as regular mayo. David explains it all for you.

A Better Brine for Chicken

David explains his unconventional and amazing approach to brining a chicken before roasting--a technique we've never seen anyone else do anywhere. So easy. So unspeakably effective.

Forever and Completely

As David explains, precious few things in life are forever and completely. His adoration for this chocolate cake is one of those precious few things. One taste and you'l understand.

Valentine’s Day Menu 2019

David and The One outline their Valentine's Day menu and offer other suggestions for a perfectly romantic meal. (Arguments included.)

Chicken Paprikash

A beloved American favorite from the 1960's that we just had to bring back.

1 hr 15 mins

The Ho of Christmas Morning

David and The One wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous 2018. And, they're curious to what you're making today. So tell them!

Trick or Treat for the Childless

Envious of the loot your local sugar-crazed six-year-old mafia will take home on Halloween? David schemes how adults can get a share of the stash.