"My favorite herb to blend with steak rub is thyme," says Christie Vanover ... earthiness for what Vanover describes as that classic steakhouse flavor. Indeed, though it's a simple addition ...

They were there to compete in the National Irish Steak Challenge, and I was invited to be a judge along with 30 others including master butchers, meat scientists, industry professionals and chefs.

Cover with dry rub to just coat each side of the steak, then add a pinch of salt. Put the steaks on the grill and cook for 30 seconds on each side until charred. Remove the steaks from the grill ...

For service, place hanger steak in center of plate; drizzle with mustard aïoli and top with seasoned arugula. Crumble Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese over arugula and serve.

Preheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6. For the griddled steak, rub the steak with olive oil, salt and freshly ground black pepper and heat a griddle pan until smoking hot. Place the steak into the ...