Back on Martha's Vineyard and back with another delicious episode of What's Cooking With Como! 

This time, I'm visiting The Pawnee House in Oak Bluffs, a local favorite known for its creative menu, incredible cocktails, and delicious vegan options. I sat down with Alex to learn the story behind this beloved restaurant, then headed into the kitchen with Debbie for a special cooking demo featuring their famous vegan lobster roll, a recipe that's even featured in The Martha's Vineyard Cookbook!

Watch the full episode and let me know what Martha's Vineyard restaurant I should visit next!

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It's simply too hot to turn on the oven! In this episode of What's Cooking with Como, Erin welcomes you into her home kitchen in Washington, DC, to share one of her favorite easy, no-cook summer dinners.

On the menu:
Chopped Antipasti Salad
Classic Aperol Spritz

To make dinner simple (and budget-friendly), Erin starts with a pre-made antipasti selection from Trader Joe's, then chops everything into bite-sized pieces and adds marinated artichokes and pepperoncini for extra flavor.

Whether you're hosting friends, planning a patio dinner, or just looking for a quick weeknight meal, this no-cook recipe is fresh, delicious, and ready in minutes.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to like, subscribe, and let us know in the comments what you're cooking this summer!

It's a day trip! For this episode of What's Cooking With Como, Hospitality and Travel Expert Jules McGuire joins Erin for a foodie tour turned adventure day in Philadelphia!

They highlight some of their favorite stops in the Italian Market and Reading Terminal, and what they love about the city in general. 

Come along for the adventure!!

For this episode of “What’s Cooking With Como”, Erin hits the road for a trip to Del Ray in Alexandria, VA to feature Cheesetique. Owner and “Cheese Lady” Jill Erber shows us how to put together the perfect cheese and charcuterie picnic for the summer season. This is some great July 4th holiday inspiration. Jill also tells us about her career path and the informative classes they offer.

This week on What's Cooking with Como, I welcomed Andra “AJ” Johnson into my home kitchen for a friendly breakfast sandwich battle.

Between cooking and plenty of laughs, we talked about her incredible journey in hospitality, her role as GM of Katsumi, and a very special new restaurant concept she's creating in honor of her late grandmother.

What started as a cooking competition turned into a heartfelt conversation about family, legacy, and pursuing your purpose. There were lots of laughs, a few tears, and some seriously delicious breakfast sandwiches.

Check out our very special conversation!

Executive Chef of Perry's and James Beard Award Winning Chef Masako Morishita joins Erin Como in her home kitchen for an intimate discussion about her career journey and the path from NFL Cheerleader to following her passion for cooking. They discuss the inspiration behind her acclaimed dishes, her family's impact on her recipes, and her leadership style. Join us for the uplifting conversation!

This week, we're taking "What's Cooking With Como" to Jamaica! Erin heads to Negril where she stays at "The West. Signature" nestled on the cliffs of West End, Negril. She joins 'Syd's On The Rocks' co-founder, Sydney Watson for a breathtaking sunset and a chat about the brand-new restaurant that just opened on the property. After, she sits down at the restaurant with Chef San to discuss the inventive menu, which features elevated Caribbean cuisine with influences from Jamaica and Puerto Rico

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Nestled along the breathtaking cliffs of West End, Negril, The West. Signature is a premier residential community (not hotel) that harmoniously blends luxurious living with the enchanting beauty of Jamaica’s coastline. Developed by Cardinal Points Jamaica, this exquisite property offers a unique opportunity to embrace the ultimate island lifestyle.

Syd’s on the Rocks blends chic coastal elegance with the soulful vibrance of Jamaica. Here, Savor, Sip, Vibes is more than a tagline—it’s the essence of the experience. Guests are invited to slow down, enjoy every detail, and immediately start thinking, “When is the next time I can come back?”

This episode celebrates Italian Cuisine and Culture. Erin heads to Carbonara in Arlington for a pasta-making lesson with Chef and Restaurateur Mike Cordero. After having fun in the kitchen, they stopped in the walk-in freezer for a tour. Then, they sat down to discuss Mike's incredible career while enjoying signature dishes like the chicken parm, tableside carbonara and tiramisu. Come hungry!

A Springtime spotlight on Vagabond in DC! For this episode, Erin heads to 18th St NW to meet the team and learn about their personal connections to the surf inspired menu. Partner Eric Heidenberger walks us through the food menu, and then we head upstairs to the rooftop to go over the Spring cocktail menu with Partner Frank Wilson. His favorite cocktail on the menu was inspired by his honeymoon travels. Erin ends the episode behind the bar with Beverage Director Giovanni Maramis whipping up a signature drink. 

Welcome to Season 2 of "What’s Cooking with Como!" We’re kicking things off on location on Capitol Hill with celebrity chef Carla Hall at the newly opened Bumblebirds. The team is serving up incredible fried chicken sandwiches and Southern comfort favorites, plus cocktails by AJ Johnson and a refreshing iced tea + lemonade bar. Carla and Erin start in the kitchen assembling the OG sandwich stacked with black pepper ranch slaw, Havarti cheese, and pickles before sitting down for a special interview. Carla shares her culinary journey, career highlights, and we dish about her exciting one-woman show coming to Olney, MD! Tune in now and come hungry for food and wisdom!