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This past week, the Abba Museum opened in Stockholm, Sweden to hundreds of fans ready to relive the unique saga of the native pop group. (Too bad Marcus, a lifelong fan, wasn’t around for the unveiling.) The museum, in collaboration with the Music Hall of Fame, boasts unparalleled memorabilia, a full-service dance floor and the actual studio console with which Abba recorded their signature sound.

The group, who formed in 1972, released 8 chart-topping albums, won the Eurovision Song Contest and extensively toured the world until their break-up in late 1982; a legacy that would spawn countless tributes to the group. Read More

This week we took a rather technical view to recipes and the everyday foods we eat. We learned how to make fresh pasta, as well as the secrets to the perfect roast chicken (and ways to use the left-overs). We saw the health benefits and versatility of in-season arugula, and learned about a new way of eating in order to increase longevity. And finally, we transformed your store-bought, unhealthy dip-recipes into homemade healthy versions to liven up your next party. Here’s a look at our most popular stories of the week: Read More

Queen Silvia greets the press line at Red Rooster.

“My mom called me this morning to tell me everything that could go wrong. She just knows what a big deal this is for me.”

The mood at Red Rooster on Wednesday morning was equal parts excitement and frenetic energy as the team got ready for the arrival of King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia of Sweden. Marcus’s nerves were no exception–the dry cleaner didn’t have his favorite shirt ready and it was pouring rain outside. But as they say, the Queen waits for no one and so everyone had to be on point for the royal luncheon. Read More

Table 35 Rulez (ask Adam, Peter, Nilou, Evyn, Maya, Marcus, Veronica, and Andy)

Friday night brought out the culinary media’s best and brightest for the James Beard Foundation New Media Awards. Held at Gotham Hall, the crowd was a teaser to the A-list chefs in attendance at Monday’s James Beard Foundation Awards Gala. Martha Stewart sat at a table not far away from the likes of Andrew Zimmern (Congrats, AZ!), Thomas Keller, David Chang, Kevin Gillespie, Tom Douglas, and Hugh Acheson. Read More

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With the advanced continuation of modern technology and the boom of more and more businesses offering home delivery services for convience, its really nothing that you can’t get sent to your home. Everything from clothes, appliances, and even supplies for your pet, the need to go out and shop has now been narrowed down to three clicks for overnight shipping. Specialty and artisan foods have been available online for years and you can order your favorite savory or sweet imports and have them just in time for your dinner party Saturday night. But what if you can order every fresh ingredient you can find in the grocery store and have it delivered right to your door?  This option may become a way of life, according to an article post on The Salt, NPR‘s food blog.   Read More

Mmm cheesy, meaty goodness.

With Spring coming in full force, we’re beginning to lighten up our recipes to get ready for the warmer weather. This week we looked at the Top Five Foods to Avoid, how to roast the perfect brussel sprouts, as well as how to achieve that perfect crispy skin on a roast chicken. Never one to shy away from Happy Hour, we examined the green cocktail movement and how we eat beef in America. A look at our most popular stories this week: Read More

This week was all about revitalization, with fresher ingredients and warmer weather, we have very few excuses not to treat our bodies right. We looked into the many health benefits of the ever-faithful avocado, recovered from a big night out and put some of our favorite spring vegetables to the test. Here’s a recap: Read More

Ironically, healthy food is sometimes high in calories. For instance, avocados are very calorically dense, but are actually a good weight loss option-when eaten in moderation! Native to Mexico, the avocado is an key ingredient in party foods like guacamole, but it can be a key ingredient in your weight loss diet as well.  Read More

Chef Sylva Senat, Cancer-free dieting, Fettuccine and Asparagus

After an early glimpse into the Spring to come, this week we looked at some of our favorite seasonal recipes, starring green classics like asparagus and peas. We caught up with Aquavit alum Sylva Senat about his numerous nominations this year and worked through some ways to keep our bodies cancer free and how to reduce our food waste. Read More

…the launch of “Yes, Chef“ in paperback on May 21st!

With recognition and nominations from the James Beard Foundation Book Awards for Best Writing and Literature 2013 and the International Association of Culinary Professionals in the Literary Food Writing Category, we on the staff of MarcusSamuelsson.com couldn’t be prouder of our Chef and boss.

Book tour dates and events coming soon, and you can pre-order your paperback copy of “Yes, Chef“ now.

For more on ‘Yes, Chef’:

• IACP Award
• James Beard Nomination
• B-Sides: Harlem Style
• B-Sides: Crushes and Pranks