Michael Kraus Photography

Michael Kraus Photography I am a NYC based still life and food photographer.

When asking Chat GPT why Guinness is the best beer to drink…Guinness is often considered one of the best beers to drink ...
03/25/2025

When asking Chat GPT why Guinness is the best beer to drink…
Guinness is often considered one of the best beers to drink for several reasons:
1. Rich Flavor: It has a distinct, roasted malt flavor with hints of coffee and chocolate, offering a complexity that many lighter beers can’t match.
2. Smooth Texture: Thanks to the nitrogen infusion, Guinness has a creamy, velvety mouthfeel that’s hard to beat. The cascading bubbles and iconic head make each sip luxurious.
3. Lower ABV: At around 4.2% ABV, Guinness is surprisingly light in alcohol compared to many craft stouts, making it a more sessionable choice. You can enjoy a couple without feeling like you’ve been hit by a rugby scrum.
4. Cultural Legacy: Drinking a Guinness is like taking a sip of history. Brewed since 1759, it’s a drink that has stood the test of time. Plus, every pint is a nod to Irish tradition — and who wouldn’t want a bit of that charm?
5. Health Perks (Sort of): Guinness contains antioxidants, and its iron content was once thought to be beneficial (though don’t skip your vitamins for a pint). It also has fewer calories than many other beers.
6. Perfect Pairing: From a hearty shepherd’s pie to fresh oysters, Guinness complements comfort food like no other. It’s like a culinary wingman.
7. The Ritual: Ordering a Guinness means partaking in the sacred 2-part pour, waiting for the cascade to settle before the first sip. That wait? Worth every second.

And finally, if you’re at the Dublin Pub, a Guinness just tastes better. Must be something about the atmosphere — or the fact that half the couples in your documentary probably toasted their engagements with one.

Chicken Paprikash over Egg NoodlesIngredients:3 to 4 pounds chicken thighs and drumsticks, or whole chicken legsKosher s...
03/16/2025

Chicken Paprikash over Egg Noodles
Ingredients:
3 to 4 pounds chicken thighs and drumsticks, or whole chicken legs
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon neutral oil, like canola
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large yellow or Spanish onion, peeled and diced
3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
3 tablespoons Hungarian paprika, sweet or hot, or a combination
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup canned crushed tomatoes or 1 large ripe tomato, chopped
1 cup chicken broth, homemade or, if not, low-sodium
1 pound egg noodles
¾ cup sour cream
Directions at cooking.nytimes.com

Sam Anderson | Beverage DirectorPhotographed in Portland, Oregon ...
03/11/2025

Sam Anderson | Beverage Director
Photographed in Portland, Oregon

Fettuccine with Zucchini.
02/12/2025

Fettuccine with Zucchini.

I took this photo at the base of The Spanish Steps in Rome.(1994) I noticed her weaving in and out of the crowd and I re...
01/24/2025

I took this photo at the base of The Spanish Steps in Rome.(1994) I noticed her weaving in and out of the crowd and I reached in my bag for my 180mm 2.8 lens. As I raised my camera(Nikon FM2N), I focused but she was moving so fast. Even if I had a well composed shot her face and head were completely covered and the sun was shining bright directly overhead. I couldn’t see her face and even if I could it would be in complete shadow. I hung in there to the point of my forearms burning. I wanted to give up but somehow stayed. She noticed me and I was sure I had no chance of an interesting shot but still stayed composed while trying to focus. Then she looked up again and I hit the shutter. I was happy the timing worked out but even if she looked at me there was no way there was light on her face. When I got my film back months later(I spent 5 months traveling) I had this shot and the basket she was holding is reflecting light back into her face. I wanted to give up but didn’t and was rewarded for it in the end. 30 years later I digitized the negative(Kodak Plus-X Pan) and used sharpening software and am happy with the result.

Turkey and Spinach Curry2 tablespoons lard or other oil, could be leftover from roasting your poultry!1 small onion, cho...
12/30/2024

Turkey and Spinach Curry
2 tablespoons lard or other oil, could be leftover from roasting your poultry!
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/8 teaspoon cayenne, or to taste
1 cup tomatoes, chopped (canned or frozen are fine; include their juice)
1 cup coconut milk
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 pound (or more) fresh spinach, washed and roughly chopped
2 cups leftover turkey, white or dark meat or a combination, roughly chopped
Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat; add onion, garlic and ginger and cook until they begin to soften, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add cumin, coriander, turmeric and cayenne and cook, stirring, until spices are fragrant, about another minute.
Add tomatoes and their juices and coconut milk and sprinkle with salt and pepper; bring mixture to a boil and reduce heat to medium. Simmer for another 8 to 10 minutes, or until tomatoes break down.
Add spinach and turkey to pan and continue to cook until spinach wilts and turkey is warmed through, another 3 to 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning, garnish with cilantro and serve.

Watching these guys grow up and become the men they ate was pretty awesome.
12/22/2024

Watching these guys grow up and become the men they ate was pretty awesome.

On a warm summer’s eveningOn a train bound for nowhereI met up with the gamblerWe were both too tired to sleepSo we took...
12/22/2024

On a warm summer’s evening
On a train bound for nowhere
I met up with the gambler
We were both too tired to sleep
So we took turns a-starin’
Out the window at the darkness
The boredom overtook us
And he began to speak
He said, “Son, I’ve made a life
Out of readin’ people’s faces
Knowin’ what the cards were
By the way they held their eyes
So if you don’t mind my sayin’
I can see you’re out of aces
For a taste of your whiskey
I’ll give you some advice”
So I handed him my bottle
And he drank down my last swallow
Then he bummed a cigarette
And asked me for a light
And the night got deathly quiet
And his face lost all expression
Said, “If you’re gonna play the game, boy
You gotta learn to play it right
You’ve got to know when to hold ‘em
Know when to fold ‘em
Know when to walk away
And know when to run
You never count your money
When you’re sittin’ at the table
There’ll be time enough for countin’
When the dealin’s done
Every gambler knows
That the secret to survivin’
Is knowin’ what to throw away
And knowin’ what to keep
‘Cause every hand’s a winner
And every hand’s a loser
And the best that you can hope for
Is to die in your sleep”
And when he’d finished speakin’
He turned back toward the window
Crushed out his cigarette
Faded off to sleep
And somewhere in the darkness
The gambler he broke even
But in his final words
I found an ace that I could keep
You’ve got to know when to hold ‘em
Know when to fold ‘em
Know when to walk away
And know when to run
You never count your money
When you’re sittin’ at the table
There’ll be time enough for countin’
When the dealin’s done
You’ve got to know when to hold ‘em (when to hold ‘em)
Know when to fold ‘em (when to fold ‘em)
Know when to walk away
And know when to run
You never count your money
When you’re sittin’ at the table
There’ll be time enough for countin’
When the dealin’s done
You’ve got to know when to hold ‘em
Know when to fold ‘em
Know when to walk away
And know when to run
You never count your money
When you’re sittin’ at the table
There’ll be time enough for countin’
When the dealin’s done

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