Sean's interest in food and cooking started at a young age. He grew up on a farm north of Louisville, Kentucky and spent many years milking goats, gathering eggs and working in the family garden. He grew to love cooking, and learned how to turn those ingredients into cheeses, canned goods and rustic dinners. He misses the country and the fresh ingredients, but loves the diverse cuisine and vibrant life of Chicago. In his spare time, he makes music, writes fiction and works toward his degree in Economics.
Recent Posts
Essential Cleaning Supplies for Every Kitchen
There are so many cleaning supplies on the market. Even a simple trip to the grocery store for cleaning supplies leaves me feeling a little overwhelmed. But while the options seem unlimited, there’s ...
Caring for your Wooden Cutting Boards and Utensils
Wooden cutting boards and utensils are a great addition to any kitchen. They look great, and they can last a long time if taken care of properly. The trick to getting a long, productive life out of ...
Universal Stone: A Shortcut for Tough Cleaning Projects
We carry a few cleaning products at The Chopping Block, but none are as versatile as the Universal Stone. The number of surfaces you can clean with this little stone is pretty huge, ranging from ...
There’s a lot to learn about routine in a professional kitchen. From the order of tasks that need to be completed to open, to the timing observed when preparing ingredients and dishes, to the ...
Caring for cast iron can seem daunting. There are a lot of myths and misconceptions about seasoning and cleaning cast iron, but I hope to clear those up with a few simple tips. Cast iron skillets and ...
A customer recently poked his head into the dishroom at our Lincoln Square location. He wanted to know whether or not Le Creuset cookware was difficult to clean and whether it was worth the ...
Grilling season has finally arrived! Chicago winters seem to last forever, but that only makes the grilling season that much more special. Cleaning your grill isn’t quite as exciting as firing it up ...
Avoiding Cleaning Your Oven? Follow These Steps for an Easy Clean
It seems like our ovens are always on at The Chopping Block. From baked granola and frittatas in the morning to roasted vegetables and meats at night, we’ve always got something in the oven. And of ...
Hate Doing Dishes? Get Your Pots and Pans Clean with these 4 Easy Tips
Cooking allows you to experiment, use your hands, and create an amazing finished product. Sharing that food with your friends and loved ones is even better. But as fun as cooking a dish and sharing ...
