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Ian Knauer

Ian Knauer

Ian Knauer is a former Gourmet test kitchen cook, and he wrote extensively for Gourmet and Gourmet.com until the close of the brand in late 2009. More

Ian Knauer joined Gourmet in 2001 and became one the cooks in the Gourmet test kitchens. He wrote extensively for Gourmet and Gourmet.com until the close of the brand in late 2009. He now contributes to several food-related publications, including his own blog, and when not in a kitchen, he is either hunting, fishing, tending his beehives, or foraging for dinner wherever it can be found.
A Shepherd of the Vines

A Shepherd of the Vines

If snobs lie at one pole of the wine world, Paul Bernier lies at the other. He grows top-notch grapes because he stays down-to-earth—and close to it, too.… More »

The Taming of the Ramps

The Taming of the Ramps

These musky springtime cousins of leeks and garlic have a short season, and are thought to grow only in the wild. But you can successfully plant them at home.… More »

What's Next in Nose-to-Tail Cooking? Testicles

What's Next in Nose-to-Tail Cooking? Testicles

Although pigs' feet and tripe are okay for adventurous neophytes, this dish really separates the men from the boys… More »

Hive Is Where the Heart Is

Hive Is Where the Heart Is

The cacophony of angry insects becomes a sound of affection after years of beekeeping—and braving the dangers of anaphylactic shock… More »

Tarte Tatin: Living on the Edge

Tarte Tatin: Living on the Edge

Boost your cred with this dangerous dessert. Why get tattoos if you can burn yourself with caramel?… More »

Recipe: Fresh Ginger Tarte Tatin

Unless you like pain—or want desperately to be one of the cool kids—take care when flipping the skillet.… More »

A Grandfather's Love, in a Sandwich

A Grandfather's Love, in a Sandwich

16 years ago, Daniel Knauer made his grandson Lebanon Bologna on white bread. It was unforgettable.… More »

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