Chef Denise

03/30/2026

View photos for a quick visual on how to make Pizza Stromboli!

I grew up eating this yummy rolled pizza in New York. I aways assumed it was from Italy, like so many other dishes we ate.

Turns out, it's from Philly! But that doesn't make it any less delicious. And it's so quick and easy to make!

For a more in depth recipe:
https://www.chefdenise.com/all/pizza-stromboli

03/27/2026

**Easy Easter Pie**
If a charcuterie board and a quiche had a baby, it would be Pizza Rustica. In my Italian-American family, and in most in southern Italy, no Easter would be complete without this savory pie.

"Pizza" in Italian means “pie.” And this one is filled with Italian cheeses and meats and baked in flaky dough.

I’m sharing my family recipe with you. Feel free to share it with your friends.
https://www.chefdenise.com/all/pizza-rustica-pizzagaino-italian-easter-meat-pie

Celebrate Easter with a classic Italian tradition. Pizza Rustica (Pizzagaina) is a rich savory pie filled with Italian meats, cheeses, and eggs baked in a flaky crust. This traditional Italian Easter recipe is perfect for Easter brunch, holiday gatherings, or a festive spring meal. Enjoy this Italia

03/02/2026

It took me less that 10 minutes to make these delicious Rocky Road Candy Bars! I knew they'd be good, but I didn't know they'd be addictive. Now that I know, waiting an hour for them to cool next time may not be as easy. Link in comments.

02/12/2026

The perfect Valentine's Day dinner—Lobster Pasta with Lemon Butter Sauce! No need to spend $$$$ on a dinner at a restaurant. This delicious dish is so easy to make! And look at your grocery store flyer, lobster tails are probably on sale! The whole dinner will cost less than one restaurant entree!

Click the link for the full recipe: https://www.chefdenise.com/all/lobster-pasta-recipe

02/06/2026

It’s National Chopsticks Day! That means a great excuse to eat some of my favorites, like ramen, sushi, and dumplings. What are some of your favorite foods to eat with chopsticks?

02/04/2026

My most requested recipe—Tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs! Perfect for Game Day or any day!

Click for the foolproof recipe: https://www.chefdenise.com/all/st-louis-ribs-in-oven

Want to know how to cook St. Louis ribs in the oven? If you want tender fall-off-the-bone ribs without grilling or smoking, this St. Louis ribs recipe is for you! Delicious BBQ flavor and only 10 minutes prep time. For tender St. Louis-style ribs, this low-and-slow method can't be beat. Filled with

02/03/2026

Have you ever tried Georgian food? While I haven’t visited the country yet, I have been to 4 Georgian restaurants and have loved each one. Most recently, Michael Macuk and I tried the meat pie, Kubdari, and wound up with dinner and a show. #

02/02/2026

***Just in***
Trip Advisor’s Best Travel Destnation and Best Food City in the U.S.! ✈️ 🍽️

What’s your guess?

Here are a few clues:
It’s home to the first pizzeria in the country.
Foods invented in this city include Eggs Benedict, Lobster Newburg, and General Tso’s Chicken.
Famous drinks like Tom Collins and Bloody Mary also originated here.

If you’re guessing NYC, you’re 💯
Have you been? Let me know what you love about it?

02/01/2026

🥑 Get ready for Super Bowl Sunday with this 3-Ingredient Guacamole! It’s so delicious and easy I bet you’ll start making it every week (like I do). Watch the video or use the recipe link in comments. Like and follow for more super easy recipes!

01/30/2026

Valentine’s Day Charcuterie Board Ideas!

01/09/2026

Thinking about visiting NYC? Here’s our list of iconic restaurants in Manhattan. Whether you're there for stunning views, Jewish deli fare, NY pizza, or celebrity chefs, there’s a restaurant for you. I’d love to hear if you’ve been to any of these!

https://www.chefdenise.com/all/best-restaurants-in-new-york-for-first-time-visitors

Visiting NYC for the first time? This guide highlights the best New York restaurants for first-time visitors, including iconic spots, neighborhood favorites, and must-try food experiences. Perfect for planning your first NYC trip and eating your way through the city. Save this NYC food guide!

01/01/2026

Wishing you all a happy new year full of good health, good times, and good food!

Here is a sampling of the new recipes that were published on ChefDenise.com in 2025. I hope you tried some!