Karley Sciortino is about as fun as a guest can possibly get. Hysterical, scintillating, and whip smart, she writes Vogue.com's Breathless column, hosts a show for Vice, and founded the website Slutever. She's our icon in more ways than one, and that's putting it mildly. On this, the maiden episode of 2021, we dive into food, sex, and the things we hope never to be confronted with on a date. Spoiler Alert: Soylent is still a dealbreaker. Here's to a lot more food, a lot more dates, and a lot mor...
Jan 07, 2021•51 min•Ep. 92
Well, it’s the greatest day of 2020! The one where we get to say goodbye to this absolute misery of a year. Most years, we would be crowing about what we’ll be drinking, eating, and wearing tonight, but this year, it’s probably lights out by 9:45. And that’s perfectly ok, because HELLO 2021! (Let’s hope this isn’t like a scene in a horror movie where things just go further downhill from here...) This ep is all about what we hope will be BIG in the upcoming year— and as the consummate trend forec...
Dec 31, 2020•40 min•Ep. 91
You probably already know Andy Baraghani from his recipes at Bon Appetit, his well-documented skincare regimen, and the multitude of videos out there on the world wide web. So yeah, he needs no introduction except to say that we could not have been more excited to have this triple-threat on the show! Triple threat, you may ask? YES! He mortars, he pestles, he... Ok fine, double threat. Join us for this extra special, frothy holiday episode, featuring: what Andy's holidays would look like this ye...
Dec 17, 2020•44 min•Ep. 90
This week, Sophie and Ari are joined by friend of the show Zenzi Williams. Performer, voice-actor, and vegan home-cook, Zenzi has been developing the most gorgeous plant-based recipes we've ever seen on Instagram. With Covid upending the livelihood of so many artists, Zenzi found a new way to focus her creative energy and spread joy, food!!! Much like her work on stage and screen, these recipes are like a ray of sunshine for our bodies, our eyes, our souls...not to mention the preservation of th...
Dec 10, 2020•49 min•Ep. 89
F*ck diamonds. Olive oil is a girl's best friend! Hippocrates called it "the great healer" and Homer called it "liquid gold." There are few things in this world that are as delicious as they are healthful– hell, it's even a beauty product! But with a reputation like that, why is so much olive oil… dare we say…. utter CRAP? Enter Aishwarya Iyer. Sick of literally getting SICK from consuming bad E.V.O.O (it can happen people! Beware!), she set out to make her own with the freshest olives in Califo...
Dec 03, 2020•41 min•Ep. 88
It's Thanksgiving, and it's also 2020. Those two things probably cancel each other out, right? Which is why we can only muster the energy to talk about STUFFING. You don't even need teeth to eat it! It's easy beyond belief (throw a few things in a bowl, douse with broth, and shove it in the oven? YES. CAN.) PLUS.... it's goddamned delicious. In our opinion, it should no longer be confined to one holiday. Set Stuffing Free! Wait, we mean Dressing! (This just in: there's a difference. And yes, we ...
Nov 26, 2020•35 min•Ep. 87
You may already know Dan Pelosi by his alter ego, Grossy Pelosi, the cutie patootie bringing you Italian-American classics from the chicest Brooklyn kitchen. Ok, that's a lot of flattering words for one sentence, but we can't help it! He's divine. We had couched this episode as "fall pastas", but delved into so much more -- the perfect vodka sauce, the famous Bimpy, and how to turn a passion into a full-time job. (Well, he's also a creative director, so make that TWO full-time jobs!) So get cozy...
Nov 19, 2020•45 min•Ep. 86
This week, Sophie finally gets to wax poetic on her favorite topic (besides vinegar): eliminating waste in the kitchen! Having A Night and being kind to the earth do not need to be mutually exclusive, and this episode is chock full of helpful tips, tricks, and best green advice podcasts can buy (which is to say, free ninety nine!) We're covering everything from the grocery store to the end of the party: how to shop greener, preserve those leftovers, and clean greener and with fewer chemicals. Th...
Nov 12, 2020•44 min•Ep. 85
Hunger has no name, religion, creed, or color, yet it is all around us, both seen and unseen. This week we talk to Selma Raven and Sara Allen, the women behind one of the Community Fridges that have begun cropping up around New York City. Community Fridges are a mutual aid movement built out of the startlingly simple idea that everyone should have access to fresh fruits and vegetables, and that food should NEVER be going to waste when there are hungry people. It is food justice incarnate. We wer...
Nov 05, 2020•43 min•Ep. 84
There is fungus among us. This week, an ode to the species that is more like us than we think... and we've never been prouder. With over 50,000 varietals, more potassium than a banana, and the ability to make you either hallucinate OR murder you in cold blood, you've gotta get to know your shrooms. There are only 20 types of edible mushroom that are delicious enough to grace the table, and Ari and Sophie are here to help you navigate your next fungal fest. **DO NOT TAKE A MUSHROOM HOME WITHOUT G...
Oct 29, 2020•35 min•Ep. 83
Douglas Little is king of the goth, Edwardian, rock-and-roll aesthetic. Didn't know that was a thing? Well, look him up and you'll see why it is. And you'll understand exactly why he is the man to talk about making Halloween not just spooky, but also sexy. He did sleep in a coffin for two years as a teenager, after all. For years, he's been one of the creative forces behind New York Restoration Project's annual fundraiser, Hulaween, so he knows a thing or two about eco-friendly table decor and m...
Oct 22, 2020•57 min•Ep. 82
It's been 7 months of face masks, no parties, and being terrified of other people. And the girls just can't take it anymore! So they're planning a fantasy Season 3 Premiere party. Yes, it's fake. But that doesn't make it any less fun! OK fine, it's SLIGHTLY less fun than an actual party with other people, but with zero budgetary constraints and zero COVID constraints, imaginations can run wild! Silk face masks embroidered with "Having A Night Night"? Check! 85 people playing a rousing game of Tr...
Oct 15, 2020•43 min•Ep. 81
We’ve been fans of Kyle MacLachlan’s for years, and after talking to him about his wine label, Pursued by Bear, we’re even BIGGER fans. Que Syrah, Syrah! (Sorry, we had to…) For our Season 2 FINALE, join us for an auditory journey into the wilds of Washington wine country aka the fruit basket of America. And don’t you worry, we get to the bottom of what Trey MacDougal and Dale Cooper’s favorite wines would be. We’ll see you for Season 3! Thanks for listening. XOXO Sophie & Ari Learn more abo...
Sep 03, 2020•52 min•Ep. 80
Seasons may come and go, leaders may fall, pandemics may rise... but CORN is eternal. As we approach the final days of this unprecedented and strange summer, we’re reflecting on one crop that will always taste like home. Whether you like it boiled or steamed, grilled or creamed, we bet you’ve enjoyed some of that sweet, sweet summer CORN. Let’s take a lil break from the politics and the stress to honor the tiny kernels that unite us all. XOXO Tag us in your favorite CORN dishes and as always- ra...
Aug 27, 2020•44 min•Ep. 79
This week the girls had the privilege of interviewing culinary ambassador Pierre Thiam. Born in Senegal, Thiam is a New York City- based chef, restaurateur, author, and entrepreneur who has worked to bring the flavors and culinary traditions of West Africa to the rest of the world, and whose career runs the gamut between hospitality and social justice. His company Yolélé Foods advocates for smallholder farmers in the Sahel by opening new markets for crops grown in Africa; its signature product, ...
Aug 20, 2020•53 min•Ep. 78
Sausage. Sausage. Ditka. Sausage. This week, the girls are joined by Elana Schulman of legendary Eli’s Cheesecake, a true Chicago institution. From the 1893 World’s Fair to Taste of Chicago (the biggest food festival in the world! THE WORLD!), this is a city steeped in sausage, er-- food firsts. We’re diving into a smorgasbord of culinary history and tradition that makes this city so damn delicious. THANK YOU TO OUR LISTENERS! We’re charting at #26 in the iTunes Arts category, so thank you for a...
Aug 13, 2020•50 min•Ep. 77
All That Jazz, Cell Block Tango… Wait, sorry, wrong Chicago. We’re not talking about the musical, you yahoos, we’re talking about the Great White City and the foods found therein… This is a two-parter, so don’t get smug, thinking you know all there is to know after listening to Ari wax poetic about her hometown. The girls go down a hotdog wormhole, indulge in Deep-Dish fantasies, and come out the other side covered in blue-green relish. N.B. did you know that a Chicago Hot Dog is basically just ...
Aug 06, 2020•37 min•Ep. 76
Kiano Moju does it all -- she’s the woman behind ultra-addictive Tasty cooking videos, she started a taco pop-up in the UK, and NBD, she recently started Jikoni, a culinary creative studio. The girls are intimidated and girl-crushing, to say the least! Listen up for a wide-ranging conversation on culture, travel, the evolution of food media, and the beauty of doing things that scare you. XOXO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 30, 2020•56 min•Ep. 75
Nothing beats the summer heat like a chilled, briney seafood tower. This week, the girls discuss the ultimate shrine to crustaceans and go over the rules of home-shucking so that you can DIY your own oyster extravaganza at home. Forget about terroir, we’re talking merroir… and yea, that’s a real term. Don’t be a mothershucker and listen in! XOXO Happy shucking! Don’t stab yourselves in the hand! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 23, 2020•43 min•Ep. 74
You asked for a chocolate episode, and boy have we got the goods for you! Meet Maury Rubin, the man behind the most renowned hot chocolate in New York City, the legend behind the mythical and beloved City Bakery. We’re not kidding about being a legend -- before Maury, NY bakeries were still using canned fruits for their pastries! The girls discuss Marshmallow technique (who knew there were no egg whites in marshmallows!), the importance of aerating your hot chocolate, and the ever-changing lands...
Jul 16, 2020•45 min•Ep. 73
Freeze dried mac n’ cheese? Trail mix? Packets of nutrient dense snot? HARD PASS. After a stint in the woods, Ari is back to regale Sophie with some tales of cooking al fresco. The girls discuss how to menu plan for some epic meals around the campfire, why you should leave your wine at home and, as always, why chips are the answer to everything. XOXO Thanks for listening and tag your camping cookouts @havinganight! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 09, 2020•28 min•Ep. 72
Yes, the pandemic is still raging and the girls are bitter about it. That is, in the mood for some spice, fruit and bitter root! Ari and Sophie are joined by Jomaree Pinkard of Hella Cocktail to discuss the brand’s signature extractions, spritzes, and what’s drinkin’ during quarantine. PLUS, it's 4th of July weekend! The girls discuss their holiday menus and grapple with what exactly to celebrate in 2020. XOXO Rate the pod if you love the pod and make yourself a Hella Cocktail negroni! Learn mor...
Jul 02, 2020•50 min•Ep. 71
The girls are back in town! And Sophie is now a married woman -- something no one saw coming, not even her! Back from a hiatus to support Black Lives Matter, the girls are eager to get back to work and make sure Having A Night is reflective of the diverse experiences people have with food, drink, and conviviality. Rate the pod if you love the pod! XOXO Thanks for listening! Sophie & Ari Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 25, 2020•29 min•Ep. 70
If there’s anyone who can lead us through these dark times, it’s Colu Henry. Writer, recipe developer, soothsayer, creator of the holy Chopstick Martini and author of the undisputed cookbook of quarantine: Back Pocket Pasta.... Colu, we bow down to you. Listen in to our first zoom interview/happy hour with the OG of the Pantry Party. P.S We are releasing the full, uncut, VIDEO version of this interview on Youtube! Watch now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 28, 2020•37 min•Ep. 69
It’s Memorial Day, did you hear? Or did you miss the memo this year? Well, the good news is that Memorial Day signifies the start of the greatest season of all: steamy, sweet, steaky summer! Break out your BBQ’s (or cast-iron pans) and all hail the Holy Trinity of Condiments: Mayo, Mustard, and Ketchup. Featuring a bonus section with special guests Bette and Martin for a heated condiment debate. XOXO See you at Chip Hour Tuesdays at 6pm EST on Instagram Live! Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...
May 21, 2020•49 min•Ep. 68
Buongiorno, Principi e Principesse! And welcome to Italian Week! The girls are fresh off their Aperitivo #ChipHour and ready to dive back into one of their favorite subjects: Antipasti. Think they couldn’t possibly wax poetic on this subject for more than 5 minutes? Think again. It’s not just a course -- it’s a way of life! XOXO Like the pod? Rate the pod on iTunes! And check out the brand spankin’ new videos on YouTube and Instagram, @havinganight Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcast...
May 14, 2020•23 min•Ep. 67
Baking is keeping you calm. You’ve been zooming all day and deserve that icecream! You’re better off drinking that bottle of wine if it means not murdering your spouse and/or children! Some people are going ham on the wellness trend right now…. but the rest of us are going ham on, well, HAM. Ari and Sophie are back this week to discuss balancing indulgence and health, the toxicity of the wellness industry, and Snack Cheese. XOXO See you at Chip Hour, Tuesdays at 6pm EST on Instagram Live! Learn ...
May 07, 2020•35 min•Ep. 66
This week, the girls are re-airing a FaN FaVoRiTe: On A Dime! And boy oh boy, does it feel timely… Don’t eat those beans out of a can -- there are a million and one ways to zhuzh them up for no money at all! The girls are here to remind you that special and delicious doesn’t have to break the bank. Listen to this ep on your next trip to the grocery store -- it’ll inspire you no end. XOXO See you at Chip Hour, Tuesdays at 6pm EST on Instagram Live! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastc...
Apr 30, 2020•40 min•Ep. 65
Ari and Sophie love pasta so much they somehow have never done an episode about it. The girls gush over gluten and get down with all shapes and sizes. It’s springtime in quarantine and this is the pantry+backyard foraging inspo you need to get you excited about cooking tonight. Again. We’ll see you at our Instagram Live Chip Hour, Tuesdays at 6PM EST and on YouTube, where you can see our faces while we cook! Rate the pod if you love the pod! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices...
Apr 23, 2020•30 min•Ep. 64
This episode is absolutely EVERGREEN! What better time to learn about wine than in QUARANTINE? After all, liquor stores are considered essential. Full disclosure— without them, we’d go mental! So sit back, relax, and listen to this oldie-but-goldie. We’ll see you at our Instagram Live Chip Hour, Tuesdays at 6, and on YouTube, where you can see our faces while we cook! Xox Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 16, 2020•40 min•Ep. 63
