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Off The Menu

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WCCO's Off The Menu with Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl
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Episodes

6-2-18 Off The Menu

It's all about wild microbiota this week.  Niko Tonks (Fair State Brewing) discusses sour beer and the upcoming Mixed Culture Festival.  Jodi Ohlsen (Shepherd's Way) tells us how bacteria is necessary is the world of cheesemaking.  And Dara explains her top five ways to cook with beer.

Jun 02, 2018•36 min

5-26-18 Off The Menu

Dara chats with Mike Kempenich, the Gentleman Forager, about mushrooms and his new venture, Forest To Fork.  Then, Dara focuses on morel mushrooms for this week's top-five recipe list.

May 26, 2018•37 min

5-19-18 Off The Menu

Co-authors Marnie Hanel and Jen Stevenson describe the inspiration behind their new offering, "The Campout Cookbook".  Then, inspired by her guests, Dara compiles a list of the top-five campout/campfire/bonfire recipes.

May 19, 2018•37 min

5-12-18 Off The Menu

Local chef/restaurant owner Alex Roberts (Alma, Brasa) talks about cooking and his venture into the hotel business.  Michelle Bautista, manager of the Gordon Ramsey Pub & Grill shares more about Gamay wine.

May 12, 2018•36 min

5-5-18 Off The Menu

Bushel Boy Tomatoes founder Jay Johnson comes in studio to talk about the Minnesota-owned company.  Dara shares her top asparagus recipes.

May 05, 2018•35 min

4-28-18 Off The Menu

Excited to finally enjoy some warmer outdoor conditions?  Author Emma Frisch describes what we can find in her new book on cooking and camping.  Then, Dara answers your questions.

Apr 28, 2018•25 min

4-21-18 Off The Menu

Culinary expert Justin Chapple talks about his new cookbook that strives to make those times in the kitchen much simpler and more enjoyable.  Author Jenn Segal discusses her first cookbook detailing cooking for the family.  Plus, the use of chicken from this week's guests is the inspiration for Dara top-five recipes.

Apr 21, 2018•36 min

4-14-18 Off The Menu

Authors Michael Karns and Lisa Golden Schroeder come to the studio to talk about the world of wild mushrooms and how they factor in cuisine.  Plus, Dara takes you Twitter questions in her "Ask Me Anything" segment.

Apr 15, 2018•34 min

4-7-18 Off The Menu

Israeli-born chef Alon Shaya joins Dara to talk about his cooking style, his upcoming restaurants, and his career filled with highs and lows.  Plus, Dara shares the list of her favorite hummus recipes.

Apr 08, 2018•25 min

3-31-18 Off The Menu

Texas barbecue is legendary, and the state capital of Austin has its own take on that.  Author Paula Forbes describes what we can expect in her new offering, "The Austin Cookbook".  Lucie Amundson of Locally Laid talks about those Easter eggs.  Dara reveals her top pea recipes.

Mar 31, 2018•36 min

3-24-18 Off the Menu

Our weekly look with Dara at what's going on in the world of food.

Mar 24, 2018•35 min

3-17-18 Off The Menu

The Women Chefs & Restaurateurs National Conference will be in the Twin Cities next month.  Dara previews it with the organization's executive director, Kristen Lee-Charlson, and Chef Shack co-owner Carrie Summer.  Plus, Dara describes her top pork loin recipes.

Mar 17, 2018•36 min

3-10-18 Off The Menu

Cookbook author Robin Asbell joins Dara to discuss the upcoming trends in the world of food.  Plus, our host offers up ways to glam up your ice cream sundaes.

Mar 10, 2018•38 min

3-3-18 Off The Menu

On today's show Dara visits with Jay Sparks who founded D'Amico Cucina. Later in the show Dara visits with Jill Mott about a wine class. Dara also shares her favorite goat cheese recipes.

Mar 03, 2018•37 min

2-24-18 Off the Menu

On todays show Dara talks with coffee farmer Mokhtar Alkhanshali. After that Dara shares her top 5 tangerine recipies

Feb 24, 2018•38 min

2-17-18 - Off the Menu

Dara talked with author and SF Chronicle writer Jonathan Kauffman about "hippie food" and shared some hash recipes!

Feb 17, 2018•40 min

2-3-18 - Off the Menu

Dara broadcasts from the Cambria Gallery on 7th this week.  She talks with Cathy Maes (executive director of Loaves and Fishes MN) about the joy of charity and giving.  Restaurant owner Jared Brewington previews his new spot, Funky Grits.  Taste of the NFL founder/CEO Wayne Kostroski previews the annual event coming up on Saturday night.

Feb 03, 2018•37 min

1-27-18 - Off the Menu

It's been 26 years since Taste of the NFL launched here in the Twin Cities.  Founder/CEO Wayne Kostroski tells us what it means to bring the event "back home" for Super Bowl LII.  Plus, Dara offers up some top avocado recipes (and 1 horrible one).

Jan 27, 2018•37 min

1-20-18 - Off the Menu

What was food and food preparation like during Colonial times?  Author Rae Katherine Eighmey talks about the palettes of people in Benjamin Franklin's time.  Plus, Philadelphia chef Jack McDavid talks the NFL's Kick Hunger Challenge ahead of Sunday's NFC Championship Game.

Jan 21, 2018•41 min

1-6-18 - Off the Menu

How do faith and food go together?  Author Lia Huber describes her new memoir regarding both topics and their role in her journey.  Chef David Fhima explains his role in the NFL Kick Hunger Challenge.  Plus, Dara shares her top chicken soup recipes.

Jan 06, 2018•40 min

12-30-17 - Off the Menu

Looking for that perfect New Years' Eve cocktail?  Dara talks spirits with bartender and author Jim Meehan.  Chef Carrie Nahabedian shares her connection to the NFL Kick Hunger Challenge.  Plus, what are the best hot toddy recipes?

Dec 31, 2017•35 min

12-23-17 - Off the Menu

Do you always need to follow a recipe to the exact ingredient?  Author Karen Page tells us how her new book "Kitchen Creativity" can provide some alternatives.  Then, Food Network host Sunny Anderson explains her role in the NFL's Kick Hunger Challenge.

Dec 23, 2017•38 min

12-16-17 - Off the Menu

How can you cook a great brisket for your holiday dinner?  Author Joan Nathan joins the program to discuss her newest cookbook.  Plus, Dara reveals her top five refrigerator cookies.

Dec 16, 2017•37 min

12-9-17 - Off the Menu

What is this new trend called keto?  Author and wellness expert Maria Emmerich comes in-studio to discuss the ketogenic diet.  Plus, TV host and author Adam Richman describes his role in the annual NFL Kick Hunger Challenge.

Dec 09, 2017•38 min

12-2-17 - Off the Menu

The St. Paul Farmer's Market opened up its new Indoor Winter market season on Saturday.  Love Tree Farms cheesemaker Mary Falk discusses what to expect, as well as the behind-the-scenes talk of the cheese industry.  Plus, Atlanta chef Kevin Rathbun describes his role in the NFL's Kick Hunger Challenge.

Dec 03, 2017•34 min

11-25-17 - Off the Menu

Author Richard Parks III tells Dara about his book “Guerilla Tacos”, which digs into that particular meal and the restaurant of the same name.  Dara back that up with her top taco recipes.  Then, Thomas Boemer of Corner Table explains his part in the NFL’s Kick Hunger Challenge.

Nov 26, 2017•32 min

11-18-17 - Off the Menu

Chef and author Karen Akunowicz joins the program to discuss the best ways to cook Chinese food at home. Chef Steve Samson of Sotto talks about Taste of the NFL’s Kick Hunger Challenge and his role as the Los Angeles Rams representative for Taste of the NFL.

Nov 18, 2017•27 min