This week in honor of July 4th, we’re exploring an important part of American history – the contributions of enslaved Black chefs, whose work influences American cuisine to this day. In 1784, Thomas Jefferson brought the enslaved chef James Hemings, brother of Sally Hemings, with him to France to train under the French culinary masters of the day. Hemings cr ... Show More
Oct 16
The Bucatini Dialogues: A Debate About Pasta Shapes (Reheat)
“Literally all pasta shapes are wonderful except bucatini. Bucatini can go get effed.” Francis Lam’s strongly-worded tweet inspired Dan to organize a live event in 2018, where he, Francis (host of The Splendid Table), and Evan Kleiman (host of Good Food) could debate the merits o ... Show More
34m 47s
Oct 12
Why Are There So Many Kids At Breweries?
The craft brewery used to be a place for self-proclaimed beer nerds to sample the hot new IPA. Now, young kids, toddlers, and even infants take up as much space as beer-drinking adults. So how did this happen? It’s a story of a fast-growing industry finally slowing down, and its ... Show More
33m 16s
Sep 2021
Bathed in the Blood of Gratitude with Trixie and Katya
From rubber genitalia in a parking lot to refried bean-induced gastrointestinal distress to broom closets stuffed with depressed backup dancers, today's episode is a life-lesson in how to turn off your AM radio, sit down in a quiet room with saltines and warm milk, and thank what ... Show More
50m 26s
Sep 2023
Padma Lakshmi on Supertasting, Imposter Syndrome and What’s Sexy
From new in the nation to “Taste the Nation,” the no-nonsense author, host and activist has learned a bit about herself while teaching the rest of us about food. Plus: The secret to incredible romesco sauce. Recipe: Asparagus with Romesco Sales and distribution by Lemonada Media. ... Show More
47m 51s
Mar 2022
"Cold Ground" with Adina Porter
Emotional pie, emotional pie, emotional pie. This week, Deborah and Kristin discuss episode six “Cold Ground,” written by Raelle Tucker and directed by Nick Gomez. Following the death in the previous episode, they analyze how the different characters of Bon Temps deal with loss, ... Show More
58m 56s
Apr 2024
SARAH PAULSON — skirting dating norms and having Marcia Clark on speed-dial
Star of "American Horror Story" and Broadway's "Appropriate," Sarah Paulson joins the show. Over cacio e pepe and some very buttery bruschetta, Sara tells me the role she's most proud of, the show cancelation that devasted her, and her reaction to O.J. Simpson's death. This episo ... Show More
53m 20s