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Me & tutore on NBC!
Hi Everyone! Some of you might know that I've partnered with Tutore Cooking School in Chicago to work with them on their youth culinary...
Beni
Sep 13, 20231 min read
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COOK WITH ME!
This Sunday, July 2nd, 2023, I'm starting a cooking series at Tutore Cooking School in the Avondale neighborhood of Chicago. This is one...
Beni
Jun 28, 20231 min read
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Beni
Mar 9, 20210 min read
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anchovy sandwich!
Every New Year's Eve at my Uncle's restaurant "Lenard's" in the #wickerpark​ neighborhood of #chicago​ he would make #renaissance​...
Beni
Mar 2, 20211 min read
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KORean TACOS!
My father's side of the family is an Eastern European mix and #pierogis​ are a staple in our house. The dough is really hearty and can...
Beni
Mar 2, 20211 min read
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Lamb meatballs with Chimichurri!
I think meatballs should be considered for daily consumption! You can make them out of any ground meat or vegetarian. The twist to this...
Beni
Mar 2, 20211 min read
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espresso Blondies!
These Blondies are awesome for people who like a little bitter with their sweet! It's an easy recipe to make and the results are...
Beni
Mar 2, 20211 min read
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festive fall Sweet potato bites
My family and I volunteer at the Greater Chicago Food Depository, here's a cooking demonstration I made for a virtual kid's cooking class...
Beni
Nov 5, 20201 min read
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Sweet & Tangy tacoS!
A delicious tangy sweet marinade for flank steak blending the flavors of coriander, garlic, lime, and soy sauce. Serve with tortillas or...
Beni
Oct 15, 20201 min read
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Fresh Apple Cake
It's apple season and since there are over 7,000 apple varieties in the world, everyone can find the perfect one for a delicious cake!
Beni
Oct 6, 20201 min read
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Cauliflower TIme!!!
Hi everyone! With the Summer coming to an end and the weather starting to get cool, I've been thinking a lot about Fall recipes. This is...
Beni
Sep 14, 20201 min read
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Kitchen Chat!
I'm so honored to have been asked to be on @kitchenchat by Margaret McSweeney and Chef Jaime Laurita! Check the site for details, next...
Beni
Feb 17, 20191 min read
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Back on the jam!
@thejamtvshow on @wciutheu invited me to be on a panel with some other young people, Thursday, Nov 7. This show is so much fun, tune in...
Beni
Nov 7, 20181 min read
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Photo fun!
A great friend of my family, the fantastic photographer Joe Tighe took pictures of me for future acting roles. I was so nervous, but he...
Beni
Sep 6, 20181 min read
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Master Chef Junior CAMP TIME!
I'm so excited to attend my first MasterChef Junior Camp in Rabun Gap, Georgia! I'll get to meet all the awesome campers and future...
Beni
Jun 23, 20181 min read
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FUNDRAISER FOR CHICAGO CHILDREN'S THEATRE!
If you find yourself in the West Loop of Chicago, I will be appearing at the Chicago Children's Theatre for their annual fundraiser,...
Beni
Jun 9, 20181 min read
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Breakfast with Mayor rahm!
Chicago's Mayor Rahm Emanuel invited me and Top Chef Winner Joseph Flamm to be on his weekly 'Chicago Stories' podcast! Chef Joseph...
Beni
Jun 7, 20181 min read
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Cooking demo on Windy city live!
Watch ABC 7 Chicago on Wednesday, 6/6/18 @ noon to see me make a dish from the finale!
Beni
May 29, 20181 min read
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