Real Dads. Real Recipes. Real Good Food.

This is more than a hand full of recipes, it’s a community of dads who love to cook and share what they’ve learned along the way. From classic comfort food to new kitchen experiments, every recipe is tested in real homes and made for real life. Follow along as we explore meals, techniques, and stories that bring families together around the table.

SPARE RIBS VS. BABY BACK RIBS

SPARE RIBS VS. BABY BACK RIBS

Have you always wondered what the difference is between spare ribs and baby back ribs? Big Jim with Big Jim's Barbecue breaks it down for us and gives us some pointers on the best way to...
CAJUN STYLE CHICKEN

CAJUN STYLE CHICKEN

Crisp, tender, grilled chicken with incredible flavor thanks to a super simple Cajun rub! You probably already have everything you need on your spice rack! Oh, and there's butter involved so you know it's gonna...
Savory Crepes with Homemade Mac Nut Pesto

Savory Crepes with Homemade Mac Nut Pesto

Upgrade Your Brunch Game with These Irresistible Savory Crepes!Delicate, golden crepes wrapped around a flavor-packed filling and topped with a rich, nutty homemade macadamia pesto—this recipe is a total showstopper. 
AUTHENTIC HOMEMADE DUMPLINGS (JIAOZI)

AUTHENTIC HOMEMADE DUMPLINGS (JIAOZI)

How to make authentic, homemade dumplings (jiaozi in Chinese) filled with a juicy pork and shrimp mixture. This is a great recipe to make as a family!
Kula Wild Salmon Burgers

Kula Wild Salmon Burgers

The BEST Salmon Burger you will ever make! Fresh caught Alaskan Sockeye Salmon is the way to go! Super easy and quick to make too.
SAFFRON SPAGHETTI ALLA CHITARRA

SAFFRON SPAGHETTI ALLA CHITARRA

Spaghetti alla Chitarra, with its perfect square-cut strands and ability to absorb robust sauces, offers a uniquely delightful and authentic Italian pasta experience.  
LEMONGRASS CHICKEN

LEMONGRASS CHICKEN

These incredibly easy to prepare braised chicken legs are bursting with flavor thanks to the use of Vietnamese staples like lemongrass, curry powder, and fish sauce. 
CHICKEN AMOK

CHICKEN AMOK

This chicken amok is a great recipe to learn about Cambodian cooking - it’s considered by many to be the national dish of Cambodia! Bursting with flavors of lemongrass, turmeric, and coconut, and not nearly...
HOT & SOUR PRAWN SOUP

HOT & SOUR PRAWN SOUP

Sweet, sour, spicy, this Hot & Sour Prawn Soup has it all! Perfectly cooked prawns in a creamy broth seasoned with traditional Thai flavors of lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime.