Sometimes networking pays off. For some, it comes as a sales lead or prospective client; for me, it's a nifty column idea or recipe. ...more

November 25, 2009

Michael Baker is a self-professed barbecue snob. He grew up in a family that would drive a hundred miles out of the way for a good pulled-pork sandwich topped with coleslaw - North Carolina-style. ...more

January 16, 2008

Michael Baker is a self-professed barbecue snob. He grew up in a family that would drive a hundred miles out of the way for a good pulled-pork sandwich topped with coleslaw - North Carolina-style. ...more

January 12, 2008

NEW YORK - For nearly two years, the 2nd Ave Deli has sat high atop the pastrami lovers' consciousness as devotees of the steamed beef waited anxiously for news about its revival. ...more

January 6, 2008