Hi, I’m Eliza Russo, and if you’re here, I’m guessing you love a good steak as much as I do.
This blog started because I couldn’t stop thinking about that one perfect Delmonico steak I had at a small restaurant years ago. It was buttery, tender, full of flavor… and left me wondering, “Why can’t I make this at home without needing a culinary degree or a triple bypass?”
I’ve always loved cooking, but for a long time, I thought rich, restaurant-style meals had to be a “once in a while” thing. I’d either go all-out and feel sluggish later… or go the “healthy” route and end up with something dry and disappointing.
One day, I just got stubborn. I bought a decent cut of steak, did some research (okay, a lot of research), and tried to make my own version of that unforgettable Delmonico. The first one was rough. The second was better. The third? My friends asked if I catered.
That’s how this blog was born from my obsession with recreating steakhouse-level food in a simple way, a little healthier, and doable in your own kitchen.
You won’t find fussy, over-the-top recipes here. What you will find are flavorful, satisfying meals with smart tweaks: butter swapped for olive oil, sides that bring freshness, and a few seasoning tricks that make even weekday dinners feel like a treat.
If you’ve ever wanted to master that perfect sear, impress someone with a steak that doesn’t require a cast iron pan from 1943, or learn how to cook indulgently without overdoing it, welcome. You’re in the right place.
This is real food, made with love (and garlic), from my home to yours.
Eliza Russo.