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Chef Jason Stratton of Spinasse, Artusi, Aragona
In the latest episode of Roots, Jason Stratton tells how he went from studying avant-garde poetry in Spain to becoming the award-winning chef of Seattle's Spinasse, Artusi, and Aragona. Roots takes a deep biographical look into the world's most influential chefs to reveal their inspirations, Ancestry.com style except not really. **UPDATE: Stratton recently announced his departure from his killer restaurants, citing a need for a sabbatical out in the great wide world. Dude is gonna read some books and nod thoughtfully at art like whoa.
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"The biggest problem was the Frankenchicken."
What happens when chefs read the bad reviews written about them from around the web and beyond? We turned on the camera to find out.
This episode: Chef Kim Alter--now of Plum, formerly of Haven, in Oakland, California--stands up for how much food actually costs, yo.
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MORE STUFF! More Squash!
The squashiest of the squash. All-the-squash-we've-shot-and-it's-only-the-first-week-of-November squash!
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How to Make Moroccan Couscous
Couscous is a staple in Morocco and across Northern Africa. Using spices, raisins and lemon zest, this surprisingly simple recipe creates a flavorful dish that pairs particularly well with vegetables and meat.
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How to Make Buffalo Chicken Sliders
Eager to grill out but tired of the same old burgers? Want to add spice to your backyard barbecue? Then check out this buffalo chicken sandwich. You make the chicken patties, the hot sauce, and the delicious blue cheese condiment.
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