Referenced in this episode: Mayukh's new book, Taste Makers: Seven Immigrant Women Who Revolutionized Food in America Genius-Hunter Extra Credit: This piece , written by Mayukh, is what encouraged Coconut & Sambal author Lara Lee to seek out Sri , and ask her to be her culinary mentor She Was a Soul Food Sensation. Then, 19 Years Ago, She Disappeared....
Nov 03, 2021•28 min•Ep. 49
Referenced in this episode: Whole Grilled Red Onions With Sage, Honey & Walnuts From Sarit Packer & Itamar Srulovich recipe Grilled Red Onion with Honey, Walnuts, & Sage | Genius Recipes (Food52) Genius-Hunter Extra-Credit: Check out Sarit and Itamar's podcast, The Food Sessions Watch them make gorgeous, delicious phyllo pastries (one sweet, one savory!) in our test kitchen here Read the cookbook Honey & Co: Chasing Smoke: Cooking Over Fire Around the Levant Special thanks to lis...
Oct 27, 2021•29 min•Ep. 48
Referenced in this episode: Pre-order Big Little Recipes (out 11/9) now "Big Little Recipes ," the column Kash Varn My Grandma’s Second Husband’s Favorite Pasta (recipe) Busy Weeknight Bean Chili (recipe) Genius-Hunter Extra-Credit: If you'd like to cook along in anticipation... The 10 Most Popular Big Little Recipes of 2020 and my favorite of all: BLT Salad Follow @emmalaperruque on Instagram for food pics (and cameos by her cat, Butter) Have a lead on something genius? Tell me all about it at ...
Oct 19, 2021•30 min•Ep. 47
Don't want to miss more incredible recipes? Subscribe to Play Me a Recipe wherever you get your podcasts. On Play Me a Recipe, your favorite cooks will walk you through their most treasured recipes, offering all the insider tips, stories, and tricks you won't get from a written recipe—and you'll be right alongside them, every step of the way. Feel free to pause, jump back, or navigate the steps via the podcast chapters (if you're in Apple Podcasts, swipe up on the episode player page—the podcast...
Oct 18, 2021•18 min
First up: A food writer's reflection on loss and grief—and the untold power of a mother-knows-best birthday cake. "I think food can serve so many important functions, specifically in grief. It is a way to nourish us, physically nourish us, at a time when we are just feeling so weak and so sad and so, maybe incapable of nourishing ourselves well." — Lisa Ruland Referenced in this episode: A Chocolate Cake That Celebrates Mothers—Lost & Found (Food52) Chocolate Cake with Whipped Cream Frosting...
Oct 15, 2021•33 min
Referenced in this episode: My Family's Forever Banana Bread (Food52) Kristen's Family Banana Bread recipe Genius-Hunter Extra-Credit: Did you catch part 1, fried eggs chez Mike , too? ICYMI: Our 10 Most Popular Banana Breads of All Time...
Oct 13, 2021•16 min•Ep. 46
On Play Me a Recipe, your favorite cooks will walk you through their most treasured recipes, offering all the insider tips, stories, and tricks you won't get from a written recipe—and you'll be right alongside them, every step of the way. Feel free to pause, jump back, or navigate the steps via the podcast chapters (if you're in Apple Podcasts, swipe up on the episode player page—the podcast chapters will be at the bottom). If you're cooking along, here's the recipe we're making today. Go ahead ...
Oct 11, 2021•14 min
As someone who has tried (and oftentimes failed) to record and preserve her own family recipes, Kristen really connected with chefarmer-turned-author Matthew Raiford's mission to document the dishes and stories from his. For this week's Genius Session, Kristen goes behind the scenes with Matthew, as he shares his process of writing Bress 'n' Nyam: Gullah Geechee Recipes from a Sixth-Generation Farmer . Referenced in this episode: Bress 'n' Nyam: Gullah Geechee Recipes from a Sixth-Generation Far...
Oct 06, 2021•21 min•Ep. 45
Referenced in this episode: The Crispy Fried Eggs That Made Me a Better Cook (Food52) Mike's Famous Fried Eggs recipe Genius-Hunter Extra-Credit: Some more crispy egg-spo: ho bao dan (pocket eggs), kai dow (Thai fried eggs) What's the recipe you first make in a new home? Tell me all about it at genius@food52.com ....
Sep 29, 2021•16 min•Ep. 44
If you liked this podcast, remember to subscribe to Black & Highly Flavored so you don't miss any future episodes. SoulPhoodies Tamara Celeste and Derek Kirk speak with Atinuke Diver about This Belongs to Us , her documentary chronicling the stories of Black women brewers in the American south, and their journeys of reclamation and revival as they navigate the predominantly white- and male-dominated landscape of beer in America....
Sep 27, 2021•29 min
Referenced in this episode: Check out Katherine's podcast, Smart Mouth These are the cookies Genius-Hunter Extra Credit: Oh and the mayo episode For more genius tips, tricks, or leads from Katherine, subscribe to Smart Mouth's accompanying newsletter...
Sep 22, 2021•18 min•Ep. 43
If you liked this podcast, remember to subscribe to Black & Highly Flavored so you don't miss any future episodes. SoulPhoodies Tamara Celeste and Derek Kirk are joined today by author Adrian Miller ( @SoulFoodScholar ) to discuss his recent book, Black Smoke , the definitive history of African-Americans' influence on barbecue culture. (And here are those BBQ-ready spices Derek mentioned!)...
Sep 20, 2021•32 min
Referenced in this episode: Cooking for Your Kids Genius-Hunter Extra-Credit: Can I Eat That? Children's book (by Joshua David Stein) Dive into Joshua's stories on literally anybody and anything Have a genius recipe you'd like to share? Tell us all about it at genius@food52.com ....
Sep 15, 2021•16 min•Ep. 42
Adapted from Food52’s much beloved column, My Family Recipe (the podcast!) is brought to you by the Food52 Podcast Network and Heritage Radio Network . Enjoy interviews with writers and chefs, parents and children about what is passed down along with the foods we know and love. Follow My Family Recipe wherever you listen....
Sep 13, 2021•2 min
If you liked this podcast, remember to subscribe to Black & Highly Flavored so you don't miss any future episodes. In partnership with the Food52 Podcast Network, SoulPhoodie founders Tamara Celeste and Derek Kirk created the Black & Highly Flavored podcast to tell the stories and showcase the talent of Black creators and entrepreneurs excelling and innovating in the food and beverage space. This episode: Tamara and Derek speak with Saturated Ice Cream 's Lokelani Alabanza —pastry chef a...
Sep 13, 2021•23 min
Referenced in this episode: Green Chile Cherry Tomato Pickle recipe The Very Best Way to Cook Cherry Tomatoes (Food52) Priya's conversation with Yewande Komolafe (Bon Appétit) Genius-Hunter Extra-Credit: Make the dahi toast from Priya's very excellent book, Indian-ish View transcript Have a genius recipe you'd like to share? Tell me all about it! I'm at genius@food52.com ....
Sep 08, 2021•34 min•Ep. 3
Referenced in this episode: Basil Sugar Pound Cake Recipe (Food52) Genius-Hunter Extra-Credit: Butter and Brioche blog (Thalia Ho) Special thanks to Genius Tapes listeners, Marian (IG @mariantoro) and Dina! Have a genius recipe you'd like to share? Tell us all about it at genius@food52.com ....
Sep 01, 2021•16 min•Ep. 41
Referenced in this episode: Stop Calling Food Exotic ( The Washington Post ) Reader commentary to Daniela's 'Exotic' recipes? Let's talk about why there's really no such thing Pantry Ramen Genius-Hunter Extra-Credit: Subscribe to Daniela's Eat Voraciously Newsletter Have a genius recipe you'd like to share? Tell us all about it at genius@food52.com ....
Aug 25, 2021•27 min•Ep. 40
On Black & Highly Flavored , SoulPhoodies Tamara Celeste and Derek Kirk shine a light on the need-to-know Black movers and shakers of our food and beverage industry. From the Food52 Podcast Network , Black & Highly Flavored is coming soon— follow the show page so you don't miss a thing....
Aug 24, 2021•1 min
Referenced in this episode: Salsa Guille recipe from Andrea Aliseda on Food52 Additional writings by Andrea Aliseda Genius-Hunter Extra-Credit: Unlocking Nixtamal for Epicurious Have a genius recipe you'd like to share? Tell us all about it at genius@food52.com . Ode to Mexico by Andrea Aliseda (English Version) I close my eyes and see myself perched at the steps of an old cathedral the air, abundant and thick; a paradise for the senses, as I cradle calla lilies in the fold of my arms I have a l...
Aug 18, 2021•19 min•Ep. 39
Co-hosts Jen Phanomrat and Katie Quinn discuss the history and concept of "cucina povera" (making the most from simple, seasonal ingredients); Anna Maggio's Under the Olive Tree ; and how we can see hints of this "poor cooking" approach in viral food trends today. Later on, chef and VICE Counter Space 's Sophia Roe shares why equal access greater representation is important even—especially—in food. Special thanks to our listener Leo for your question and Brian Quinn ( @bqfunk ) for our theme mus...
Aug 11, 2021•36 min
If you like this show, head right on over to the Either Side Eaters show page, where you can find more episodes. Jen Phanomrat and Katie Quinn talk about the happiest hour, aka aperitivo, apéritif, and fika. They also talk about airplane food, ice cubes in wine, and how Apéritif author Rebekah Peppler and Food Network TV personality Rachel Khoo craft Friday coziness affordably. Special thanks to our listeners for your questions and Brian Quinn ( @bqfunk ) for our theme music. Got a Q for us? Rec...
Aug 04, 2021•36 min
Referenced in this episode: The Silkiest Pasta Sauce From Any Veg You've Got (Food52) Pasta With Silkiest Eggplant Sauce from Francis Lam Genius Food52 Genius Recipes: 100 Recipes That Will Change the Way You Cook Genius-Hunter Extra-Credit: Tune into Francis' various episodes on The Splendid Table Podcast Special thanks to listeners Devangi and Karen! Have a genius recipe you'd like to share? Tell us all about it at genius@food52.com ....
Jul 28, 2021•21 min•Ep. 38
If you like this show, head right on over to the Either Side Eaters show page, where you can find more episodes. Who knew ketchup could be so controversial? Co-hosts Katie Quinn and Jen Phanomrat are joined by Tastemade 's Frankie Celenza to discuss which foods are OK to smother in the stuff, catsup's surprising original formula (hint: no tomato), banana ketchup (!), homemade ketchup (!!), and why Heinz has remained king. You can find Frankie's Tastemade show, Struggle Meals , on most streaming ...
Jul 21, 2021•38 min
Referenced in this episode: ‘The Best Salad You've Ever Eaten in Your Life’ Nadiya Hussain's Kiwi & Feta Salad recipe Genius-Hunter Extra-Credit: Nadiya Bakes is out July 27th Tune into Nadiya's various shows for more recipes Special thanks to listeners Anita and Amy. Have a genius recipe you'd like to share? Tell me all about it at genius@food52.com ....
Jul 14, 2021•22 min•Ep. 37
Molly Baz (Professional Chef) and Declan Bond (Professional Eater) are on a mission to uncover the far side of 10 iconic deli sandwiches. Expect otherworldly philosophical debate, beamed-in listeners, and rigorous tests in the lab (er, kitchen). Presented by Cabot Creamery, The Sandwich Universe is coming soon to the Food52 Podcast Network. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, so you don't miss a thing....
Jul 13, 2021•3 min
If you like this show, head right on over to the Either Side Eaters show page, where you can find more episodes. Quick: are you a pancakes or eggs benny person? Congee or oats? Filipino-Thai New Yorker Jen Phanomrat grew up with silog for breakfast; Katie Quinn 's Midwestern household usually had cereal. On this episode, they discuss breakfast traditions across the world, and discover many surprising universalities. They're joined by Chef and Founder of Little Chef & Me Zoe Kelly , who share...
Jul 07, 2021•39 min
Referenced in this episode: Strawberry Sorbet From The River Cafe A Genius, 3-Ingredient Sorbet Gets Two New (No-Churn) Buddies (Food52) Genius-Hunter Extra Credit: The one that started it all: The River Cafe's Strawberry Sorbet Feast your eyes on their online shop ! What has been your favorite genius recipe from over the years? Tell me all about it at genius@food52.com ....
Jun 30, 2021•28 min•Ep. 36
Referenced in this episode: Acclaimed Seattle Chef's Staff Quits After Sexual Misconduct Allegations ( NYT) Justin 's write up of Rat Bar The Avery , where Soleil tried the kraut cocktail Is there a genius recipe you'd like to share? Tell me all about it at genius@food52.com ....
Jun 23, 2021•32 min•Ep. 35
Referenced in this episode: Why Marc Matsumoto's Shiitake Salmon Is Genius Shiitake Salmon from Marc Matsumoto Genius-Hunter Extra-Credit: Check out the No Recipes YouTube channel So much lunch inspo to be found in Marc's book Ultimate Bento Special thanks to listeners Adiba (@thespiceodyssey) and Riha (@saltyshortbread) for your salmon ideas. Got a lead on something genius? I'd love to hear about it—email me at genius@food52.com ....
Jun 16, 2021•20 min•Ep. 34