Itâs not often that you get to meet your idols. But during the James Beard Awards events in Chicago this past weekend, Delawareâs Matt Kern chatted with Elizabeth Faulkner, a âTop Chefâ alum and âa hero of mine for probably 20 years,â said Kern, chef-owner of One Coastal in Fenwick Island. He met Michel Nischan, another hero, and Kevin Tien …
When Matt Kern was growing up in the Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, area, he often felt like he didnât belong. That changed when he was 14 and started working in a restaurant kitchen. âI immediately felt comfortable,â recalled Kern, who couldnât afford culinary school tuition. His sense of belonging has reached a new level. This morning, the James Beard Foundation released the Restaurant and …
As my friends persistently point out, I eat out â a lot. But, hey, itâs part of my job and something my husband and I enjoy doing together. Consider it a hobby. While Iâve had many excellent meals since COVID-19 restaurant restrictions relaxed, some dishes stand out for one reason or another. Some are seasonal, others are specials, and several …
