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About Dishcracker.com
Two friends, one idea: to share the joy of recreating iconic dishes with the world.
Years of Experience
American food chains
Iconic dishes recreated
Authentic copycats
Matt Hernandez
Culinary Arts Management
James Radcliff
Gourmet Food Consultant
Team Dishcracker
Hi! we’re Matt & James, the creators of DISHCRACKER.com
After gaining experience in top restaurants, we started recreating famous dishes with our own unique twists, giving home cooks the opportunity to replicate authentic restaurant-quality meals with a personal touch. Through our shared love for reinventing iconic dishes, we continue to inspire and educate passionate home cooks.
VENI, VIDI, VICI!
The process began with tasting—each dish carefully savored to understand its unique flavors. Thanks to our experience, we were able to analyze every ingredient, identifying the subtle balances and textures. With this knowledge, we set out to recreate the exact flavors, experimenting and refining until we captured the essence perfectly, dish after dish.
We tasted…
Each dish was a perfect blend of flavors, bringing us pure joy with every bite.
We analized…
We were able to decipher the flavors and truly appreciate the perfect balance in every dish..
…and we recreated!
Finally, we cracked the recipe and brought the exact combination of flavors to life!
VENI, VIDI, VICI!
The process began with tasting—each dish carefully savored to understand its unique flavors. Thanks to our experience, we were able to analyze every ingredient, identifying the subtle balances and textures. With this knowledge, we set out to recreate the exact flavors, experimenting and refining until we captured the essence perfectly, dish after dish.
We tasted…
Each dish was a perfect blend of flavors, bringing us pure joy with every bite.
We analized…
We were able to decipher the flavors and truly appreciate the perfect balance in every dish..
…and we recreated!
Finally, we cracked the recipe and brought the exact combination of flavors to life!
Your Questions, Our Answers
What's the story behind dishcracker.com?
It all started on a rainy day in our tiny 6-square-meter kitchen. We were two roommates in college, both obsessed with recreating iconic dishes. That day, craving Marie Callender's Chicken Pot Pie but too lazy to go out, we decided to make our own. After some chaos (and nearly setting off the smoke alarm), we served it to our friends and neighbors. Their reaction? "Holy cow, this tastes just like the real thing!" That's when we knew we were onto something special.
Are your recipes exact copies of the originals?
Not quite – we're more like culinary detectives. We start with the original flavors, then tweak and experiment until we crack the code. Sometimes we stumble upon happy accidents that make the dish even better (don't tell Marie Callender we said that!).
How often do you post new recipe cracks?
We aim for weekly, but sometimes our experiments take longer. Last month, we spent two weeks trying to nail the secret spice blend in KFC's chicken. Our neighbors probably thought we were running an illegal poultry farm!
Can I suggest a dish for you to crack?
Absolutely! Our 'Reader's Challenge' section exists because someone dared us to recreate a Big Mac sauce. Bring on your trickiest restaurant favorites – we love a good mystery!
Do you adapt recipes for dietary restrictions?
We're working on it! We recently cracked a gluten-free version of Olive Garden's breadsticks that doesn't taste like cardboard. Small victories, folks!
What if I can't find an ingredient you've used?
Drop us a comment! We once substituted smoked paprika for chipotle powder in a Chipotle burrito bowl recipe, and it was a game-changer. Between us and our readers, we'll find a way to make it work in your kitchen.
Can I share your recipes on social media?
Please do! Just tag us @dishcracker. Fair warning: if you post a photo of our copycat Cheesecake Factory cheesecake at 2 AM, we might get out of bed to bake one too. It's happened before!
How can I keep up with your latest food detective work?
Subscribe to our newsletter for behind-the-scenes peeks, kitchen fails (like the Great Croissant Disaster of 2023), and exclusive tips. Follow us on Instagram for live taste tests and polls on which dish to crack next!
We recreated...
Burger King
Arby's
Chipotle
Red Lobster
Giordano's
and many more…
Working with Matt was an amazing experience. His creativity in the kitchen and his dedication to perfecting every dish always impressed me. His passion for flavors and attention to detail made him stand out.
Matt and James were amazing collaborators during our time at university. Their dedication to cooking and innovative approach to flavors always stood out. Together, they have a remarkable talent for reinventing classic dishes.
James is a visionary in the culinary world. His creativity, attention to detail, and passion for food have consistently impressed me. His ability to blend innovation with tradition is what sets him apart.
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