January 5, 2012 9:28 am

Snack of the Day: Red Carpet Corn from Executive Pastry Chef Zac Young

When awards season starts up, the best thing to have on hand is a unique snack, guaranteed to win over your taste buds (and any party crashing friends). Instead of the usual beer-friendly cocktail weenies, reach for some crunchy, savory, yet sweet Red Carpet Corn created by Flex Mussels Executive Pastry Chef Zac Young.

Already known for his tasty pop-up doughnut shop in Grand Central Station, Young has gone above & beyond to create a phenomenal recipe (for those of you into that whole "bacon trend"...which I am) for a caramel saturated munchable that is star worthy.

Starting with brown sugar & working into the mix cashews, peanuts, bacon fat & bacon pieces, one can't help but enjoy each chewy, crunchy bite. And, if you're like me, you'll probably be stashing some extra (if there is any) in your desk drawer for some discreet office indulgence after the fact.

Tip: Make sure when you're pouring the caramel over the popcorn to watch the heck out because it is H-O-T hot hot hot! Wait for it all to cool down before consuming, it'll be worth it!

— Written by Kaitlin A. Lipe

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October 24, 2011 1:31 pm

Dessert of the Day: Flex Donuts

Donuts and mussels. You'd never think that a man who knows his seafood would be into pastry but bam, Chef Zac Young of Flex Mussels really understands his dough!

Starting October 26th, Chef Young brings his doughnut prowess to Grand Central Station. Flex Donuts is popping up to ease the hearts of weary (and hungry) travelers until the new year, with amazing flavors such as Pumpkin Spice with Maple Glaze, Mulled Cider & Blueberry with Chocolate Frosting. Traditional doughnuts retail for about $2.00, while more exotic frosted doughnuts can be purchased for $3.50.

Stop by the Zocalo take out section of Grand Central from 11:30am-7:00pm for freshly made, seasonal munchies. If you can't make it to the pop-up shop, stop by Flex Mussels on West 13th Street and receive 50% off Chef Young's signature donut sampler with the purchase of any entree.

Take advantage of this great taste of New York City and head to Flex Donuts before those seasonal bites are history!

Photo credit: Flex Donuts

— Written by Kaitlin A. Lipe

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