Chandra Ram
Chandra Ram

 

Writing * Recipe Development * Culinary consulting & Trendspotting

Hello and welcome! I’m a writer, cookbook author, recipe developer, editor, and food consultant who is constantly curious about ingredients, techniques, restaurants and chefs. I write personal essays that connect how we live with how we eat, travel stories for people who love to nosh as they explore, food trend reports on how everything happening in the world impacts how and what we eat, and everything in between. I write cookbooks — solo and with chefs and brands. And, I do a lot of other projects (recipe development, food trend reporting, create custom food zines, edit copy). After spending years working in magazines, restaurants, and as a consulting chef, caterer, writer, and editor, I am pretty jazzed to tie together all of those experiences in the work I do today.

 

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It's hard to fully express everything @chefvinniecimino does to make his Cleveland restaurant, @cordeliacle, special even beyond the wildly creative and delicious food. But that was the job, and I was thrilled to write about the magic he's created fo
Want to learn the trick to making a great tomato pie? Swipe to find out … I kid 🫠 - I’ll just tell you! You can avoid ending up with a watery pie and soggy crust by slicing and draining your tomatoes before you prep any other ingredient
I took it easy when having friends over this summer, making these probably fairly bougie but easy snack trays. They don’t need to be complicated. Pick up or make a few dips. Add some charcuterie and cheese. Cut up some veggies, and arrange the
This sunny plate of charred zucchini, Jimmy Nardello peppers, and onions marinated in red wine vinaigrette has become one of my favorite easy summer meals. Cut 2 or 3 zucchini into planks lengthwise (or across! Do what you want!). Slice a red onion.
Suggestions needed! I want to create a Chicago summer must-eat list. These are some of my favorite bites from this summer so far, but what am I missing??? A perfect burger at @gibsonssteakhouse Lil’ oyster snack from @motorshucker The Overprice
I make this watermelon salad over and over again all summer long. Cucumbers, herbs, and lime juice and zest keep the flavors light, and a handful of pepitas mixed in just before you eat adds a nice salty crunch. Toss the melon, cukes, and herbs in a
Wow! This year’s JBF awards weekend was especially wild and wonderful. Filled with hugs, delicious bites, and much-needed laughter with dear friends who are the best in the biz and in life. Congrats, @beardfoundation, on your 35th anniversary.