I'm a Utica-area native. In addition to "blogging" and DJ'ing, I write and produces the local commercials on Townsquare Media's local stations. When I'm not at the station, I'm busy keeping up with my 2 daughters. And my wife.
CJ
CJ’s BBQ Skins
It's finally time for Gourmet Guys To The Rescue - to benefit the Rescue Mission of Utica. I've created a dish for The Eagle's table at the event - CJ's BBQ Skins. Think of it as a loaded potato skin, loaded with a whole barbecue dinner...
CJ’s Pulled Pork – Gourmet Guys To The Rescue
I started cooking early this morning to prepare for Gourmet Guys To The Rescue. The event is tomorrow afternoon (Sunday, November 8, 2015) at Hart's Hill Inn, and I have to have my dish fully cooked and ready to serve. I've already revealed that I'm cooking a pork butt...
What Is CJ Cooking?
I'm starting to assemble my ingredients and the main item - PORK! Yes, I'm bringing all the flavors of a classic summer barbecue to Gourmet Guys To The Rescue. I can't wait to fill my house with this aroma over the weekend. If you want to see how I put it all together, join me this Sunday...
Gourmet Guys To The Rescue – CJ’s Dish
I love food. I love "occasionally" cooking and creating dishes. There was that instantly lovable and hate-able classic I once made - Cincinnati Chili Riggies...
Then there was that time I created the McWhopper...
I'm definitely not a certifiable foodie...
Leon and Romy Return to Turning Stone for Holiday Shows [VIDEO]
Hey magic fans! Central New York's favorite magical duo Leon and Romy will be returning home for two shows at the Turning Stone Showroom! Their 'Magic Rocks' show will have a Christmas flair to it with a new title, 'The Magic of Christmas.'
First Drive on New Bridge – Route 12 South [VIDEO]
If you've driven past the arterial construction project in Utica, you've seen the new bridge and road work in progress. If you drove on Route 12 South into Utica this morning, you got your first drive on part of the new roadway. Here's our first look at the new traffic patterns:
We Sing Happy Birthday To You…Legally!
So there was just a big court decision - Happy Birthday can no long be a copyrighted song. The most recognized song in the English language is now public domain!
Be A Vendor At Haunts and Legends Live 2015
Calling all ghost lovers! Fans of the paranormal! Excited about our area's "Twisted History"?
Top 5 Pumpkin Designs For the 2015 Great Utica Pumpkin Carve
Get ready to carve! The Great Utica Pumpkin Carve is back! Last year saw the beginning of this great tradition
Devo Bass Player Has 9/11 Themed Wedding Party
You've heard of "theme" weddings, but this one definitely went too far.
McWhopper First Made In Utica [VIDEO]
You've heard of Peace Day - promoting World Peace on September 21st. Well, Burger King has made quite a proposal - challenging McDonald's to put burger feuds aside for one day and create one unifying sandwich - The McWhopper.
Pat Benatar Cancels Tour Dates
Pat Benatar has announced on her website that longtime lead guitarist Neil "Spyder" Giraldo sustained an eye injury and has had surgery, but they will have to cancel some of their upcoming tour dates.