Cooking Tips, Tricks, and More

One Creative Cook 8/14/24 One Creative Cook 8/14/24

How to Grill Corn in the Husk Over a Campfire

Grilling corn over fire is easier than you think! Cooking it in the husk locks in moisture and flavor, making it the simplest & tastiest method.

One Creative Cook 6/12/24 One Creative Cook 6/12/24

Ultra Refreshing Jalapeno Grapefruit Mezcalita

This revitalizing mezcalita blends smoky mezcal with tangy grapefruit and jalapeno – our new go-to house cocktail!

One Creative Cook 5/17/24 One Creative Cook 5/17/24

How to Make Stock from Kitchen Scraps

Learn how to transform leftover kitchen scraps into homemade vegetable stock or bone broth. Reduce food waste and create something delicious!

One Creative Cook 3/17/24 One Creative Cook 3/17/24

“Dragged Through the Garden”: The Toppings that Make this Iconic Hot Dog

The Chicago-style hot dog is the quintessential windy city street food. Its seven unique toppings create a harmony of flavors and textures that have stood the test of time.

One Creative Cook 3/7/24 One Creative Cook 3/7/24

The Best Chaser for Tequila or Mezcal is Sangrita

You read that right, not to be confused with sangria, Mexican sangrita is a refreshingly tangy, savory, and spicy chaser for tequila or mezcal.

One Creative Cook 12/4/23 One Creative Cook 12/4/23

The Magic of Aged Eggnog

The secret to enhancing your favorite holiday drink is not what you’d expect: age - the older the better.

Reem Tiltman, professional chef and creator of onecreativecook.com

Hi, I’m Reem.

I’m a professional chef with a passion for travel and cooking.

My recipes are made for anyone who enjoys simplicity, minimal equipment, and local seasonal ingredients. Learn to make delicious meals from your home kitchen, campfire, hotel room, or just about anywhere!