Living in an “Eat-Out” city like New York certainly has its benefits: Tons of different cuisine, delivery and take-out at nearly any hour, and we have access to some of the best chefs in the world. But these amenities come at a price, and an occasionally costly one at that.

Well despite my “dollar and a dream,” the lottery has yet to pull through for me and I, like many New Yorkers, try to eat well while on a budget. Born out of these frugal shopping habits, “On the Cheap” is our new section of posts dedicated to different, simple recipes you can make at home at very reasonable prices:

Arguably the most well known food in Tex-Mex cuisine, fajitas are packed with bold flavors built upon the construction of some very basic ingredients. In the following recipe, we’ll contrast the savory/smoky marinated chicken with sweet corn, peppers and onion to serve up traditional tasting fajitas for about $20.

Walking through a small, Mexican market on a recent Saturday afternoon, I happened to come across a slightly odd can of “Mexicorn” from Green Giant. I immediately thought two things:

I like Mexico…
I like Corn…

Therefore I must like Mexicorn! Just look, Whole Kernel Corn, Red & Green Bell Peppers, Vacuum Packed! Well as you could imagine, this was just some canned corn with a really low proportion of diced peppers thrown in…

Not only does guacamole make for a delicious topping/condiment or dip, it’s relatively easy to make and you can give your recipe a unique style just by adding some of your favorite ingredients.  Guacamole fans like me have probably already tried different, currently fashionable styles that are infused with Mango, Pineapple and other citrus fruits.  Where those versions [...]

I was first introduced to Steak Au Poivre in the Summer of 2000 when swimming and training in Auckland, NZ.  After one afternoon practice, several of my teammates and I wandered through the city streets from our hotel and found ourselves at a small french restaurant, almost hidden off of an alley-like street.  Ravenous for [...]

I’m pleased to announce the launch of The Sophisticates for all our members & friends!  In celebration of the site unveiling, the supper club will be gathering at Rodeo Bar on 27th and 3rd at 10 p.m. ET tonight over Margaritas & Cervezas - Please join us if you’re in the neighborhood! My thanks to Harold McGee, Jeffrey Steingarten, Sheila [...]