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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
Anthony Bourdain was a chef contemporary, a friend and an icon for chefs as well as others around the world. He had a uniqueness that opened many worlds to many people through food and hospitality. It’s truly a sad day and my heart grieves for his family. Rest in peace Anthony.
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6 years
When I asked my daughter what she wanted today on her 12th birthday, without missing a beat she said: “I want my friends over for a filet mignon dinner with mushrooms and strawberry souffles..."
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5 years
How many chefs can you fit into one photo? #Chopped #ThrowbackThursday
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3 years
So fun meeting the fabulous @Anitta last night @BravoWWHL ! Congrats on #Versionsofme
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5 years
What’s your favorite way to spend time with family? It’s no secret, we love cooking together! Check out the new recipe we have been cooking up at home – rich and creamy @Campbells Bucatini Carbonara with Grilled Broccoli. #CampbellsKidsInTheKitchen #Ad
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Geoffrey Zakarian
5 years
When your son picks tomatoes first thing in the morning from the garden in his pj’s, and presents them and says, "Daddy, let’s cook some tomatoes." ...you know things are going to be okay that day!
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6 years
One of my favorite pastimes is lounging at home and watching golf with my little guy. Everyone say 👋 to Georgie 👇.
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5 years
4th of July GIVEAWAY!!! I'm giving away my #ProForHome Cast Iron griddle/grill topper and a signed cookbook. To enter: "Like" this photo, tag 3 friends and be sure you're all following me, @geoffreyzakarian !
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5 years
I’m so proud of #TheKitchen team for this special quarantine episode! While we are also all at home @SunnyAnderson @JeffMauro @KatieLeeKitchen @guarnaschelli and I all agreed one one thing - we wanted to stay connected with you! Thank you @BSTV and @FoodNetwork .
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5 years
A very Merry Christmas from the Zakarian family! Wishing you all a day full of love, health and of course great food.
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
My world. My only mission. My only recipe. My only desire. My sole purpose in life.  #HappyFathersDay
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Geoffrey Zakarian
4 years
I abhor racism and violence. I stand for equality, mutual respect and tolerance. #blacklivesmatter #enoughisenough #wecandobetter
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Geoffrey Zakarian
4 years
One of my favorite photos with these kiddos! Feel so lucky to be your dad today, and every day. Happy Father’s Day everyone!
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
I’m star struck! I ran into Jacques Pepin after my demo. I love this chef!  #legend #fwclassic @foodandwine
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Geoffrey Zakarian
4 years
Wishing a very Happy Birthday to my beautiful wife, Margaret. You are the most incredible mother and partner I could ever imagine and you continue to amaze me every single day! Life with you is the greatest joy. Cheers to you, my love!
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
Once upon a time not long ago, I was a brunette. Who can guess how old I was in this shot? #tbt
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
Heading to the father daughter square dance! Hoping not to embarrass myself too much, but look at our smiles. #FamilyTime
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Geoffrey Zakarian
5 years
At midnight we ring in the start of a new decade and Margaret and I have been reminiscing on some old photographs. Who recognizes this young man?
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Geoffrey Zakarian
2 years
Always salt your pasta water people it’s such a classic mistake and adds so much to the noodles
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
Today is a VERY important day. My favorite gals make an appearance on #TheKitchen AND their debut on Instagram! Follow their adventures at @TheZakarianSisters and be sure to tune into @foodnetwork at 11am EST to catch them in action.
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Geoffrey Zakarian
5 years
Happy birthday to the most remarkable woman I know. @mzakarian , my true partner, incredible mother, and you do it all with style and grace. You continue to amaze me every single day! Cheers you to, my love, and to another year under the sun together.
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Geoffrey Zakarian
4 years
The girls were up setting the table for their moms Mother’s Day breakfast. They made menus and will take orders. I guess they miss restaurants! Happy Mother’s Day everyone.
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Geoffrey Zakarian
5 years
I’ll be answering questions with @Campbells tomorrow from 2-4 p.m. ET on /r/Cooking over at @Reddit . Stop by and ask me anything! I’m dishing up tips on how to cook comforting, kid-friendly and tasty recipes with the family! #CampbellsKidsintheKitchen #CampbellsSoup #Ad
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Geoffrey Zakarian
5 years
You guys crack me up! Everyone has been asking me to bring the glasses back, so here you go! Who is team glasses?
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
Kids, don't try this at home! Put 😍 below if you want in on this prime rib eye.
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
TIME FOR A GIVEAWAY! Enter here to win my exclusive #BackToSchoolGZ bundle packed with #ProForHome containers, #MyPerfectPantry cookbook and a cutting board on Sept. 12th. Rules To Enter: 1) Retweet this post. 2) Tag a friend to this post. 3) Follow me.
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Geoffrey Zakarian
5 years
Waiting for the real ball to drop, plank ball toss. What a way to start the new year! Happy new decade everyone. #workoutwednesday
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Geoffrey Zakarian
5 years
There's no such thing as a day off for a Chef! I'm mixing up a little something at home today. What do you think I am making? Drop a guess below!
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
It's pizza night at our house! Tag your favorite pizza spot.
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
When your four year old son says out of the blue, "Dad, can you teach me golf?" You smile a big smile. #littlegz
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Geoffrey Zakarian
4 years
Activate the core, a good old game of catch! #workoutwednesday
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Geoffrey Zakarian
7 years
No days off! My schedule's super busy, but making time for health is at the top of my list. When do you prefer to work out? Comment AM or PM. @tsfitnessnyc
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Geoffrey Zakarian
5 years
I made a beef stew a few days ago and have all this leftover beef. So I am challenging myself to use our leftovers for new recipes and need your help! Leave a comment with how you’re using leftover beef or stew ingredients and use hashtag #TheKitchen 👇🏻
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
These are my roots. Yesterday I visited my primary school in my hometown of Worcester, Thorndyke Elementary. What memories came rushing back. I used to walk home for lunch and would watch a show called the Galloping Gourmet while I ate. I loved every second of it.
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Geoffrey Zakarian
5 years
Even though I've lived in Manhattan for forty years, it never ceases to amaze me. The city, the people, the life, it's all extraordinary. New York, New York you're one incredible place.
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Geoffrey Zakarian
4 years
Can you guess what I’m planning?
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
Happy birthday to the woman who has made me complete in every way. Margaret your kindness and humanity guides me every single day. Love you babe @000mz .
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Geoffrey Zakarian
5 years
While Easter Sunday may look a little different for all of us this year, I hope your day is filled with love and joy! Happy Easter from my family to yours.
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Geoffrey Zakarian
5 years
I was nominated by ⁦ @conantnyc ⁩ to do ⁦ @FoodNetwork ⁩’s #CHOPPEDCHALLENGE . My items, miracle while, espresso, pretzels and broccoli sprouts. I challenge ⁦ @chefanneburrell ⁩ ⁦ @chrissyteigen ⁩ ⁦⁦ @ActuallyNPH ⁩ ⁦ @Davidburtka ⁩ you have 24 hours!
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
Giveaway Alert❗ A #BackToSchoolGZ bundle of home chef goodies could be all yours! Follow the rules below to enter. 1) Retweet this post. 2) Tag a friend to this post. 3) Follow @gzchef . Tag more than two friends to up your chances. I'm announcing the winner on Sept. 12th.
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Geoffrey Zakarian
5 years
Have you entered my 4th of July giveaway!?! I'm giving away my new #ProForHome griddle/grille topper and I'm throwing in a signed cookbook! It's easy: Like this photo, Tag 3 friends and be sure you're following me @geoffreyzakarian . Winner will be announced JULY 4th!
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Geoffrey Zakarian
5 years
1976 with my mom and Uncle George. Thought it was an appropriate #tbt for my 60th birthday. 17 was a wonderful age. Damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead. I’m enjoying a day of golf followed by a Mexican food feast from one of my favorite restaurants in the US, @LasPuertasBuf !
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Geoffrey Zakarian
5 years
Yesterday we filmed our 300th episode of #TheKitchen ! It’s been an incredible journey and I’m so grateful for each and every minute. Thank you to the cast and crew who make this amazing show possible and to the viewers, this wouldn’t be a reality without all of you that tune in.
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Geoffrey Zakarian
5 years
Couldn’t end the night without a special shout out to my dear friend and co-host, the one and only @jeffmauro . An incredible father, husband and chef. Always keeping us laughing on and off set. Happy birthday to you!
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
What a way to ring in my birthday 🎉 ! Special thanks to our family at @foodnetwork and #TheKitchen for surprising @JeffMauro and I with these awesome cakes. Did you guys know that our birthdays are only one day apart? @SunnyAnderson @KatieLeeKitchen
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
Bucatini al Limone for dinner anyone?
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Geoffrey Zakarian
7 years
Is it just me or is dessert more enjoyable on Sundays? I've got a simple and delectable lemon tart recipe that will make today even sweeter. Bon appetit!
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
Spent our anniversary in the great outdoors with my favorite gal.
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
This is hands down the best way to cook a hot dog - surrounded by family and friends. Tag someone you'd love to BBQ with!
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Geoffrey Zakarian
4 years
Just made a batch of game day chili. Boom! Super Bowl prep time!! What team are you cheering for? @NFL
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
Sunsets in Canada 👌🏻.
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
My team is telling me to take up whistling professionally. Anyone have any song requests? #FlashbackFriday
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
Three guys walk into a bar...and become @CityHarvest ’s bad boys of NYC! Our bar crawl’s just getting started and we’re two rounds in. @chefmarcmurphy @conantnyc @thelambsclub
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
Hi everyone! Today’s episode of #TheKitchen will be scheduled for a later date (TBD) due to a scheduling error. Stay tuned for our Spring Remix episode - I’ll keep you guys updated. Have a great weekend everyone! GZ
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
How to segment a grapefruit 101! Can you guess what I'm prepping to make?
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Geoffrey Zakarian
7 years
My best pro tip: mise en place. Have it all ready before you start, read the recipe all the way through & then again once more #CooksVsCons
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Geoffrey Zakarian
5 years
Any event that gets me together with some of my favorite colleagues makes for a great weekend! Glad I got to see @guarnaschelli at the 12th Annual Savor Borgota. Already looking forward to next year! #savorborgata
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Geoffrey Zakarian
4 years
I’ve got some serious competition in the kitchen these days! #AtHomewithGZ
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Geoffrey Zakarian
5 years
Nothing gets you shaking like weighted wall-sits on a BOSU ball! What did you do to get moving this morning? #workoutwednesday #villagefitnessclub
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
Yes I take my workouts seriously, yes I take my cheat days seriously. Now THAT's a good pour!
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Geoffrey Zakarian
4 years
Cooking these tomahawks on my Instagram now! Come follow along.
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Geoffrey Zakarian
5 years
Tag someone who loves SNL! This hilarious #Chopped skit brought me to tears. Bravo, @nbcsnl you nailed it! Watch the full video here 👉
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Geoffrey Zakarian
5 years
Prepping for back-to-school season and cherishing every moment with this team of mine. Favorite memories made this summer? Drop them below!
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
BACK TO SCHOOL GIVEAWAY TIME! I’m giving you a chance to win My Perfect Pantry cookbook, cutting board, AND #ProForHome containers. How To Enter: 1) Retweet this post. 2) Tag a friend to this post. 3) Follow me. The winner will be announced on September 12th!
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Geoffrey Zakarian
8 years
Pro tip: do not cook steak in butter - the milk solids will burn and turn bitter. Use oil and finish with butter for flavor #CooksVsCons
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Geoffrey Zakarian
5 years
After a ton of holiday cooking, pizza night is in order. But which member of the family can cook like me? 😂 We received these hilarious tshirts as a Christmas gift and we couldn’t resist putting them to the test.  #pizza #pizzanight
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Geoffrey Zakarian
5 years
Lobster anyone? Prepping tonight's dinner for the family! Want my chef's tip? Grill these guys QUICKLY, remove just before they're fully "ready" and let it rest in a warm place!
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Geoffrey Zakarian
5 years
How do you prepare your eggs at home? Today, I'm whipping up a soft scramble for breakfast and sharing a few simple tips along the way. Head to my Instagram for the full recipe! #AtHomewithGZ
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Geoffrey Zakarian
7 years
Friendsgiving time! Look who stopped by this year - @trishayearwood , @thepioneerwoman & @fitchefeddie . Tune in to see the feast #TheKitchen
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Geoffrey Zakarian
5 years
Pro tip when you're cooking at home? I like to measure out all of my ingredients ahead of time and lay them out on my work station. This leaves you with less of a mess! What are you making for dinner tonight? 📸: @buzzfeed
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Geoffrey Zakarian
4 years
Perks of filming #TheKitchen from home? This right here! ⠀ ⠀ If you've got leftover meat, you've got dinner! Today, we are transforming leftovers, and sharing ideas, with a Leftover Takeover at 11 am EST on @FoodNetwork . Tune in to see the secrets to my Leftover Beef Stew Ragu.
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Geoffrey Zakarian
7 years
Who else has a go-to dish for their family night in? We'll be sharing some of our favorites on #TheKitchen today, including this divine Detroit-Style Pepperoni Pizza by @jeffmauro . Catch it all on the @foodnetwork tomorrow at 11 AM EST!
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Geoffrey Zakarian
9 years
2 yrs ago we filmed our 1st episode of #TheKitchen . Today, our 100th - TY for watching! #TBT 📷: @katieleekitchen
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
My daughter put together a 3,000 piece @LEGO_Group set in 4 days and 12 hours. One MACK truck! Bravo! 👏🏻👏🏻
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Geoffrey Zakarian
4 years
Who else is a wino? It’s been a long day and I’m in need for a glass of wine. I’m so tired I can’t even lift the bottle... #AtHomewithGZ
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
Repetition always makes it count, especially when jamming out to Bad Company. What kind of music motivates you? Drop me a line below👇 #WorkoutWednesday
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
How many chefs can you fit in one shot? The world may never know. #ThrowbackThursday
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
Otto balls, side oblique and core killers! All set tot Steely Dan of course. What type of music pumps you up? 💪 #TeamZakarian #WorkoutWednesday
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Geoffrey Zakarian
5 years
Who else is grilling on this beautiful Sunday afternoon? After going through the freezer, we found items that will make for the perfect grilled kabob! #AtHomewithGZ ⠀ ⠀
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
Smokin' hot and fresh off the grill! Can you guess what today's episode of #TheKitchen is all about? @foodnetwork 11am EST
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Geoffrey Zakarian
5 years
GIVEAWAY TIME! I'm giving away my new #ProForHome griddle/grill topper and cookbook to one lucky winner. To enter: "Like" this photo, tag 3 friends and follow my account, @gzchef ! Winner announced on July 4th. Cheers!
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5 years
For those who celebrate, I hope you’re eating well! Tag me in your Easter meals so I can check out your family traditions. The Zakarian household is enjoying smoked bacon roasted potatoes, Yukon Golds. Ratatouille Bayaldi style, and a leg of lamb with oranges and olives.
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5 years
Starting off #workoutwednesday with ring pushups. They work your core and make you focus on stability. They're old fashioned but killer hard!
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
Arms ✅ Core ✅ Legs ✅ Comment #TeamZakarian 👇 if you'd like me to share more of my fitness journey! @tsfitnessnyc
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Geoffrey Zakarian
5 years
Did you know mandoline cuts are the reason behind one of the top kitchen-related emergency room visits?! Not anymore. I’m so excited to be launching this Safe Slice Mandoline on @qvc Sunday, June 23rd at noon. My favorite part? Perfect cuts so your food FINALLY cooks evenly!
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I'm sharing a tip I learned working in kitchens nearly 30 years ago! What's one hack someone has shared with you that you'll never forget? #AtHomewithGZ
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GIVEAWAY TIME. I'm giving away a signed cookbook and new #ProForHome griddle/grill topper. To enter: Tag 3 friends, comment on this photo and follow my account, @geoffreyzakarian ! Winner announced on July 4th. Happy entering!
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7 years
Yes, that's @jeffmauro 's chicken pot pie with butternut squash gravy. And yes, I have every intention of eating the entire thing in one sitting. Watch as he shares his recipe today at 11am on #thekitchen ! @foodnetwork
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Geoffrey Zakarian
9 years
My 8yo made this strawberries and cream cake, complete with a fondant rose...I may be out of the job soon!
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5 years
An #AtHomewithGZ edition. You don't need equipment to get your workout in at home, just a kid apparently! #WorkoutWednesday
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
@chrissyteigen Reservations!!! Taking a family holiday and traveling and eating out this year ....a happy break!
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
Brace yourselves, I'm teaching everyone how to make Hawaiian sweet roll stuffing on #TheKitchen today! I'm curious, what's your favorite Thanksgiving dish? @foodnetwork 11am EST
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Geoffrey Zakarian
6 years
I'd like to take the time to appreciate and recognize all of the legendary chefs that paved the way for me and many others. My mentor and former boss Sirio Maccioni is among the greats pictured here. Who's your favorite chef of all time?
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7 years
My #WorkoutWednesday is in full effect and I'm prepping these arms for the next Iron Chef competition! Comment below with #TeamZakarian if you're with me!
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6 years
The kids and I surprised @000mz with room service this morning. We’re just getting started! Margaret, you’re the key to my success and the driving force behind our remarkable family. Thank you for all that you do! Happy Mother’s Day from the luckiest man alive.
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5 years
Sometimes the simplest hacks are the best! Don't let the struggle of peeling keep you from eating your favorite fruits. Head to my Instagram for the full breakdown. #AtHomewithGZ
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6 years
Cheers to @MarthaStewart ’s debut as a #Chopped judge today! I must say, you’re a natural my friend. RT if you’ll be tuning in tonight at 9pm EST. @FoodNetwork
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8 years
One of the biggest dividers of them all: nuts or no nuts in brownies? Like for yes nuts, retweet for no way #TheKitchen
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Geoffrey Zakarian
3 years
MZ & I had a blast bartending tonight’s episode #WWHL with @andycohn @Anitta & @SandraBernhard ! Watch After Show here!
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Tune in to the #WWHL After Show with @Anitta & @SandraBernhard !
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