Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Radio

Sam Fore, the chef behind the pop-up Tuk Tuk Sri Lankan Bites, tells us about the similarities between Sri Lankan and Southern cuisine. Plus, Analiese Gregory teaches us how to hunt and forage in the wilds of Tasmania, Dan Pashman tells us about his mission to create a new pasta shape, and we learn how to make the Portuguese Sponge Cake known as pão de ló.Get this week’s recipe for Portuguese Sponge Cake (pão de ló)https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/portuguese-sponge-cake-pao-de-loThis week's sponsor:Visit Sitka Salmon Shares dot com slash MILK for $25 off the first month of a Premium Sitka Seafood Share. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meredith Erickson takes us on an Alpine journey to discover the food and pleasures of the little-known huts and lodges above 3,000 feet. Plus, we chat with Josh Scherer of Good Mythical Morning about the internet’s fascination with taste-test videos; we learn the secrets to the perfect Neapolitan meatball; and Adam Gopnik tells us why sugar sales are declining. (Originally aired January 10, 2020.)Get this week's recipe, Neapolitan Meatballs with Ragù: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/neapolitan-meatballsThis week's sponsor:Visit Sitka Salmon Shares dot com slash MILK for $25 off the first month of a Premium Sitka Seafood Share. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Food Network’s Giada De Laurentiis tells us about the importance of moderation, her hatred of cauliflower rice, and her initial reluctance to go on TV. Plus, we hear about how a beer archeologist revives ales from antiquity, discover how a wine opener can be a symbol of your mortality and learn to make a recipe for the Venetian dish of rice and peas known as risi e bisi. Get this week’s recipe for Venetian Rice & Peas (Risi e Bisi): https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/risi-e-bisiThis week’s sponsor: Visit Sitka Salmon Shares dot com slash MILK for $25 off the first month of a Premium Sitka Seafood Share.The Opinel Intempora Chef Knife collection was designed with home cooks like you in mind. The knives are known for their durability, comfort and superior cut quality. The Intempora knives are sold individually as well as in sets. Learn more about the affordable line of full tang chef knives at opinel-usa.com/intemporaProven quality sleep is life-changing sleep. And now, save 50% on the Sleep Number 360® Limited Edition smart bed. Plus, special financing on all smart beds. Only for a limited time at Sleep Number stores and sleepnumber.com/MILK. Get unlimited access to every MasterClass, and as a Milk Street listener, you get 15% off an annual membership! Go to masterclass.com/MILK. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hooni Kim explains many of the foundations of Korean cuisine (including gochujang), how to make perfect rice, what 135-year-old soy sauce tastes like and why he loves making fermented soybean stew. Plus, we hear the curious story behind America’s most prolific fruit inventor; Bianca Bosker combs through her grandma’s recipe cards; and we make one of France’s easiest desserts.Get this week’s recipe for Yogurt Loaf Cake with Coriander and Orange:https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/coriander-orange-yogurt-loaf-cake Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Whaite takes us behind the scenes of “The Great British Bake Off.” He talks life after winning, the simple pleasures of Eton mess and the importance of listening to your food. Plus, we dive into the crazy world of culinary Facebook groups; Alex Aïnouz tries to reverse engineer Joël Robuchon’s mashed potatoes; and we cook an Indian staple of simmered lentils with spice-infused hot butter. (Originally aired on April 10, 2020.)Get this week's recipe, Dal Tarka: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/dal-tarka Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Food science expert Harold McGee helps us separate food science fact from fiction and explains why smell can reveal more about food than taste. Plus, we learn about 30-foot longevity noodles from Jason Wang, the co-founder of New York’s Xi'an Famous Foods; Grant Barrett and Martha Barnette tell us who lobster Newburg and chicken tetrazzini were named after; and make pork in Veracruz sauce.Get this week’s recipe for Pork in Veracruz Sauce: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/pork-veracruz-sauce-adriana-lunaThis weeks sponsor: Proven quality sleep is life-changing sleep. And now, save 50% on the Sleep Number 360® Limited Edition smart bed. Plus, special financing on all smart beds. Only for a limited time at Sleep Number stores and sleepnumber.com/MILK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mother and daughter Alice Randall and Caroline Randall Williams tell us what studying the cooking of four generations of women in their family has taught them about the origins of soul food. Plus, we speak with international bagel consultant Beth George; Dan Pashman explores cold-weather cocktails; and we make pesto out of lemon zest, not basil.Get this week’s recipe for Spaghetti with Lemon Pesto: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/spaghetti-lemon-pestoThis week’s sponsor:Get unlimited access to every MasterClass, and as a Milk Street listener, you get 15% off an annual membership! Go to masterclass.com/MILK. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We step into British baking history with Regula Ysewijn for boiled jam roly-polys, three-foot-tall gingerbreads and fruitcakes that take months to ripen. Plus, we sample Estonia’s fake chocolate bar; consider dining outdoors with Adam Gopnik; and make passatelli in brodo, a simple supper from Bologna.Get this week’s recipe for Passatelli in Brodo: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/passatelli-in-brodoThis week’s sponsor:Proven quality sleep is life-changing sleep. Save $1000 on the Queen Sleep Number 360® Special Edition smart bed. For a limited time, only at Sleep Number stores or sleepnumber.com/MILK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We explore culinary secrets from Yewande Komolafe to change the way you cook. Plus, Gustavo Arellano takes us on a journey down the great American chile highway; we make a hearty beef stew from central Mexico; and Adam Gopnik tells us how a trip to Italy spawned an epiphany. (Originally aired September 28, 2019.)Get this week’s recipe for Mexican Beef and Tomatillo Stew (Entomatado de Res): https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/mexican-beef-tomatillo-stew-entomatado-de-res Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We enter the world of intergalactic sushi joints and cannibal banquets with food stylist Janice Poon. She tells us about her work on horror and sci-fi films, from feeding vegan vampires to wrangling snails to make arm escargot. Plus, we learn hamburger history with burger scholar George Motz; Bianca Bosker explores the origins of the PB&J; and we make a fragrant beef stew from Vietnam. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We learn the elements of Hmong cooking from chef Yia Vang. He tells us about traditional dishes such as stuffed chicken legs and braised mustard greens, how to make 60 gallons of hot sauce and how his father escaped through the jungle at the end of the Vietnam War. Plus, we find out how Renaissance art can save fruit from extinction; Grant Barrett and Martha Barnette reveal the linguistic connection between food and cities around the world; and we top whole roasted cauliflower with spiced tahini.Get the recipe for Cauliflower with Spiced Tahini and Garlic-Chili Oil: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/spiced-tahini-garlic-chili-oil-cauliflowerThis week’s sponsors:Proven quality sleep is life-changing sleep. Save $1000 on the Queen Sleep Number 360® Special Edition smart bed. For a limited time, only at Sleep Number stores orsleepnumber.com/MILKGet unlimited access to every MasterClass, and as a Milk Street listener, you get 15% off an annual membership! Go to masterclass.com/MILK. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We chat with superstar chef Aarón Sánchez about finding food, finding love and finding himself. Plus, we discover the history and nuance of the martini cocktail; we share our recipe for Norwegian salmon; and Dan Pashman makes a case for picky eaters. (Originally aired on January 3, 2020.)Get the recipe for Baked Salted Salmon with Dill: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/norwegian-baked-salted-salmon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Experimental psychologist Charles Spence introduces us to gastrophysics, the science of how the brain melds color, smell and sound to create powerful multisensory taste experiences. Plus, Nicola Twilley investigates the rise of alternative sugars; Alex Aïnouz goes on a hunt for the ultimate knife; and we offer a recipe inspired by Tel Aviv’s Shlomo & Doron, where hummus gets a Mexican twist.Get the recipe for Hummus with Chipotle Black Beans and Tomato Salsa: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/tomato-salsa-chipotle-black-beans-hummusThis week’s sponsor:Make quality sleep your New Year’s resolution. Save up to $1000 on the new Sleep Number 360® smart bed. For a limited time, only at Sleep Number stores orsleepnumber.com/MILK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chef and restaurateur Yotam Ottolenghi chats about cooking soup for his aging father, why he pours pancake batter with gochujang over asparagus and how his sense of food presentation was inspired by food stalls in Jerusalem. Plus, we hear from Rev. Heber Brown III about the historical relationship between Black churches and Black farmers; Bianca Bosker discusses the everlasting reign of Cheerios in the breakfast world; and we share our recipe for Slavonian-style Shepherd's Stew.Get the recipe for Slavonian-Style Shepherd's Stew: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/slavonian-style-shepherds-stew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many of us still miss Julia Child, but YouTube star Maangchi is an excellent substitute. Today, we discuss Korean home cooking, the best way to clean an octopus and her favorite food, the sea squirt. Plus, we discover what and how ancient Minoans cooked; Alex Aïnouz wonders if we should all have a 3D printer in our kitchens; and we share our recipe for Savory Bread Pudding. (Originally aired December 13, 2019.)Get this week’s recipe for Savory Bread Pudding with Mushrooms, Gruyère and Tarragon: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/mushrooms-gruyère-savory-bread-puddingThis week’s sponsors:Go to kingarthurbaking.com/milkstreet to get 10% off King Arthur’s line of products.Get 50% off your first month of KiwiCo plus free shipping on any crate line with code MILK at kiwico.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Jamie Oliver chats about how drumming kept him out of trouble as a teenager, what his dad taught him about hard work and how his cooking is heavily influenced by traditional English fare. Plus, Nick Hall investigates the world of novelty potato chip flavors; we whip up a chocolate-hazelnut cream cake; and Dan Pashman rethinks s’mores.Get the recipe for Chocolate-Hazelnut Cream Cake: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/chocolate-hazelnut-cream-cakeThis week’s sponsors:Go to kingarthurbaking.com/milkstreet to get 10% off King Arthur’s line of products.Go to masterclass.com/MILK to get an Annual MasterClass All-Access Pass and give one to a friend for free. Get Honey for free at joinhoney.com/MILK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cookbook author Durkhanai Ayubi tells us how the Silk Road shaped the food and history of Afghanistan, from Mongolian dumplings to the life-changing braised eggplant at her family’s restaurant, Parwana. Plus, we sample Cajun seafood from the coast of Louisiana with chef Melissa Martin; Adam Gopnik waxes poetic about New York’s greenmarkets; and we make a dish inspired by Palestinian maftoul.Get the recipe for Pearl Couscous with Chicken and Chickpeas: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/pearl-couscous-with-chicken-and-chickpeasThis week’s sponsors:Go to kingarthurbaking.com/milkstreet to get 10% off King Arthur’s line of products.Get 50% off your first month of KiwiCo plus free shipping on any crate line with code MILK at kiwico.com.Go to masterclass.com/MILK to get an Annual MasterClass All-Access Pass and give one to a friend for free. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Linguist Dan Jurafsky investigates the language of food, from the hidden meaning of adjectives on restaurant menus to the psychological attraction of brand names like Cheerios and Pop-Tarts. Plus, we hear how gospel star Mahalia Jackson became famous for her fried chicken franchise; J. Kenji López-Alt gives us tips on how to get young kids to eat adventurously; and we make crispy German Pork Schnitzel.Get the recipe for German Pork Schnitzel: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/german-pork-schnitzelThis week’s sponsors:Go to masterclass.com/MILK to get an Annual MasterClass All-Access Pass and give one to a friend for free. Go to kingarthurbaking.com/milkstreet to get 10% off King Arthur’s line of products. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can your significant other’s food preferences become a nonstarter when searching for marital bliss? Reporter Emily Thomas of “The Food Chain” introduces us to three couples who are learning to make peace despite their domestic culinary wars. Plus, we explore kaiseki with Niki Nakayama and Carole Iida-Nakayama; Dan Pashman rails against avocado toast; and we share our recipe for Chewy Molasses Spice Cookies with Browned Butter Icing, which was inspired by a listener question. (Originally aired November 30, 2019.)Get the recipe for Chewy Molasses Spice Cookies with Browned Butter Icing: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/chewy-molasses-spice-cookiesThis week’s sponsors:Go to masterclass.com/MILK for 15% off your Annual MasterClass All-Access Pass.Go to kingarthurbaking.com/milkstreet to get 10% off King Arthur’s line of products. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re celebrating Thanksgiving with friends old and new. Andrea Nguyen shares her family traditions, inspired by the Vietnamese Moon Festival; pie experts Chris Taylor and Paul Arguin put a new spin on classic desserts; Grant Barrett and Martha Barnette give us a language lesson on Thanksgiving Day; Rachael Ray, Maneet Chauhan, Maangchi, David Lebovitz and more chefs, authors and friends recount their Thanksgiving tales of disaster, culinary wisdom and family memories; and Dan Pashman breaks down the pros and cons of hosting a virtual Thanksgiving.This week’s sponsors:Go to masterclass.com/MILK for 15% off your Annual MasterClass All-Access Pass.Go to kingarthurbaking.com/milkstreet to get 10% off King Arthur’s line of products.Get 50% off your first month of KiwiCo plus free shipping on any crate line with code MILK at kiwico.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We chat with chef and TV host Marcus Samuelsson about his childhood in Ethiopia, his adoption by Swedish parents and the rich complexity of the Black experience in America, from cooking to culture. Plus, Joe Berkowitz reveals secrets from the little-known world of cheesemaking; Bianca Bosker gives us a history lesson on the humble fork; and we make hearty Soupe au Pistou. Get the recipe for Soupe au Pistou: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/soupe-au-pistoThis week’s sponsors:Discover the Sleep Number 360 smart bed for proven quality sleep. During the Veterans Day Sale, save $1,000 on a special edition smart bed, now $1,799. Plus, exclusive offers for military members! For a limited time, only at Sleep Number stores or sleepnumber.com/MILKGo to kingarthurbaking.com/milkstreet to get 10% off King Arthur’s line of products. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we’re talking carnitas, barbacoa and al pastor with Javier Cabral, associate producer for the Netflix documentary series “Taco Chronicles.” He describes some of the more unusual tacos he has encountered as a “taco scout,” how to eat a dozen tacos a day and the rise of the $15 gourmet taco. Plus, we get an in-depth look at the life and legacy of James Beard; Adam Gopnik walks us through creating his own whimsical dessert; and we whip up a delicious Danish Dream Cake.Get the recipe for Danish Dream Cake: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/danish-dream-cakeThis week’s sponsors:Go to masterclass.com/MILK for 15% off your Annual MasterClass All-Access Pass.Go to kingarthurbaking.com/milkstreet to get 10% off King Arthur’s line of products. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Every day, zoo chef Stacy Kyles prepares breakfast, lunch and dinner for 600 animals at the Oakland Zoo. This week, we chat about how she feeds the pickiest eaters, how she celebrates birthdays at the zoo and what everyone eats—from watermelon-licking lions to smoothie-guzzling primates. Plus, we discover Tokyo’s Neapolitan pizza scene; we make a Greek-style risotto; and Dr. Aaron Carroll demystifies the latest study on eggs and health. (Originally aired September 13, 2019.)Get the recipe for Tomato Rice with Oregano and Feta: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/tomato-rice Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We get a lesson in the science of flavor from Nik Sharma. He explains why he might consider fat to be its own flavor—just like sweet, sour, salty and bitter—and reveals the chemistry behind some of his best recipes, like spareribs in malt vinegar. Plus, Kim Severson explains how the pandemic has changed the way we shop for food; Dan Pashman reflects on 10 years at The Sporkful; and we make Austrian Goulash.Get the recipe for Austrian Beef Stew with Paprika and Caraway: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/austrian-beef-stew-with-paprika-and-caraway-goulashThis week's sponsors:There’s something for every kid (or kid-at-heart) at KiwiCo. Get 30% off your first month plus FREE shipping on any crate line with code MILK at kiwico.com. Get Honey for free today at joinhoney.com/MILK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We go behind the scenes with Bren Smith, who lived the dangerous life of a fisherman on the Bering Sea. He talks about his transformation from chasing big fish on the high seas to growing sustainable sea greens. Plus, Ana Roš shares Slovenian cuisine from the Soča Valley; Martha Barnette and Grant Barrett decode the meaning of edible flower names; and we whip up silky Maple-Whiskey Pudding Cakes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We ride the railroads of India with Maneet Chauhan to sample chaat: snacks like warm carrot pudding and chili-fried potatoes served at street stalls and train stations. Plus, Shannon Mustipher gives us a taste of Tiki cocktails and culture; Bianca Bosker explains the appeal of ultra-peaceful cooking shows; and we make hearty Ethiopian Chickpea Stew.Get this week’s recipe, Ethiopian Chickpea Stew: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/ethiopian-chickpea-stewThis week’s sponsors:Go to TryPowerXL.com and use promo code MILK to get 10% off the Power XL Air Fryer plus free shipping and a free cookbook.Go to masterclass.com/MILK for 15% off your Annual MasterClass All-Access Pass Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rachael Ray tells Milk Street how she almost killed Tony Bennett, set fire to Emeril’s kitchen, endured wardrobe malfunctions and why she still believes in the power and dignity of hard work. Plus, Brooke Jarvis takes us behind the $10 million launch of a new apple variety; we learn Sardinia’s secret to five-minute handmade pasta; and Dr. Aaron Carroll reveals the health effects of chocolate. (Originally aired October 18, 2019.)Get this week’s recipe, Fregola with Herbs and Pecorino: 177milkstreet.com/recipes/herbs-pecorino-fregolaThis week’s sponsors:Save up to $1,000 on a new 360 Smart Bed plus Smart Adjustable Base at sleepnumber.com/MILKGo to masterclass.com/MILK for 15% off your Annual MasterClass All-Access Pass Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chef Marianna Leivaditaki transports us to the Greek island of Crete. She gives us a masterclass in seafood, explains why fish heads are delicious and tells us stories of her fisherman father. Plus, we learn about the Food Timeline, the internet’s oldest and largest collection of food history; we make chef Angie Mar’s Chèvre Cheesecake; and Dr. Aaron Carroll explains a new way of thinking about nutrition labels.Get this week's recipe, Chèvre Cheesecake with Black Pepper–Graham Crust: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/chèvre-cheesecake-black-pepper-graham-crustThis weeks’s sponsor: There’s something for every kid (or kid-at-heart) at KiwiCo. Get your first month free on select crates at kiwico.com/MILK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We chat with chef David Chang about golf, the brutal first months of Momofuku and why he loves really good cheap food. Plus, we dive into the bizarre history of drinking around the world; Grant Barrett and Martha Barnette of A Way With Words give us a lesson on food names that double as cooking instructions; and we share a recipe for the best stewed beans you’ll ever make.Get this week's recipe, Mexican Stewed Beans with Salsa Fresca: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/mexican-stewed-beansThis week's sponsors:Go to TryPowerXL.com and use promo code MILK to get 10% off the Power XL Air Fryer plus free shipping and a free cookbook.Go to masterclass.com/MILK for 15% off your Annual MasterClass All-Access Pass. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pastry chef Briana Holt teaches us how to make exceptional baked goods. Plus, we hear how a Lost Generation novelist became a pioneer of organic agriculture; Dan Pashman admits he is eggplant-phobic; and we learn how vinegar and garlic come together to make tangy, spicy Chicken Vindaloo.Get this week's recipe, Chicken Vindaloo: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/chicken-vindalooThis week's sponsors: Go to masterclass.com/MILK for 15% off your Annual MasterClass All-Access Pass. Go to sleepnumber.com/MILK to save up to $1,000 on a new 360 smart bed plus smart adjustable base. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We chat with Von Diaz about the flavors of Puerto Rican cooking and the world’s best breakfast sandwich. Plus, Molly Yeh moves to Minnesota and trades Sichuan take-out for hotdish and beet farming; we present a recipe for chocolate-almond spice cookies; and Dr. Aaron Carroll says "no" to a new study on alcohol. (Originally aired November 23, 2018.)Get this week's recipe, Chocolate-Almond Spice Cookies: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/chocolate-almond-spice-cookiesThis week's sponsor: Go to masterclass.com/MILK for 15% off your Annual MasterClass All-Access Pass. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Journalist Rebecca Rosman tells us about the feuds and lawsuits surrounding France’s favorite secret steak sauce. Plus, we chat with Saturated Ice Cream founder Lokelani Alabanza who invents new ice cream flavors, from peanuts and coke to Nashville hot chicken; we make Mexican Sweet Corn Cake; and Alex Aïnouz tells us why we should forget homemade sourdough and bake white bread instead.Get this week's recipe, Mexican Sweet Corn Cake: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/mexican-sweet-corn-cakeWe want to hear your culinary tips! Share your cooking hacks, secret ingredients or unexpected techniques with us for a chance to hear yourself on Milk Street Radio! Here's how: https://www.177milkstreet.com/radiotipsThis week's sponsor: There’s something for every kid (or kid-at-heart) at KiwiCo. Get your first month free on select crates at kiwico.com/MILK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom Papa tells us about learning to bake bread between comedy gigs, the question he always gets asked about sourdough starters and why his favorite food memory isn’t his grandmother’s cooking, but her jars of gherkin pickles. Plus, we chat with Mark Diacono about all things bitter, fermented and sour; journalist Bianca Bosker shares the history of supermarkets; and we learn a Vietnamese technique for cooking with caramel.Get this week's recipe, Vietnamese Caramel Chicken: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/vietnamese-caramel-chickenWe want to hear your culinary tips! Share your cooking hacks, secret ingredients or unexpected techniques with us for a chance to hear yourself on Milk Street Radio! Here's how: https://www.177milkstreet.com/radiotipsThis week's sponsor: Save 50% on a Sleep Number 360 Limited Edition smart bed. Only for a limited time at Sleep Number stores or sleepnumber.com/MILK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We travel to the summer kitchens of Ukraine with Olia Hercules. She explains how to pickle a watermelon, the history of borscht and why pigs' ears are so deliciously crunchy. Plus, we meet NASA rocket scientist and whole-hog pitmaster Dr. Howard Conyers; Dan Pashman tells us how to achieve snacking perfection at the beach; and we share a recipe for Taiwanese Grilled Corn.Get this week's recipe, Taiwanese Grilled Corn: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/taiwanese-style-grilled-cornWe want to hear your culinary tips! Share your cooking hacks, secret ingredients or unexpected techniques with us for a chance to hear yourself on Milk Street Radio! Here's how: https://www.177milkstreet.com/radiotipsThis week's sponsor: Go to masterclass.com/MILK for 15% off your Annual MasterClass All-Access Pass. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chef Andrea Nguyen, author of "Vietnamese Food Any Day," discusses her early life in Vietnam, Hostess fruit pies and why chicken stock is better with an apple. Plus, we chat with filmmaker Andrew Rodgers about Kinder Surprise, a chocolate egg that’s beloved worldwide but illegal in the United States; we make a simple dump-and-bake Lemon-Almond Pound Cake; and our Paris correspondent, Alex Aïnouz, explains why a good croissant is straight, not crescent-shaped. (Originally aired April 19, 2019.) Get this week's recipe, Lemon-Almond Pound Cake: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/lemon-almond-pound-cakeWe want to hear your culinary tips! Share your cooking hacks, secret ingredients or unexpected techniques with us for a chance to hear yourself on Milk Street Radio! Here's how: https://www.177milkstreet.com/radiotipsThis week's sponsor: Get your first month free on select KiwiCo crates at kiwico.com/MILK. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Al Roker cooks for Daniel Boulud, talks about on-set disasters at the “Today” show, explains why sandwiches are his go-to conversation starter and wonders why Goofy wears pants but Pluto doesn’t. Plus, we dive into the world of pies and baking competitions with Chris Taylor and Paul Arguin; we get a lesson in the language of leftovers from Grant Barrett and Martha Barnette; and we present a recipe for a sweet and tangy Austrian Plum Cake.Get this week's recipe, Austrian Plum Cake (Zwetschgenkuchen): https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/austrian-plum-cake-zwetschgenkuchenWe want to hear your culinary tips! Share your cooking hacks, secret ingredients or unexpected techniques with us for a chance to hear yourself on Milk Street Radio! Here's how: https://www.177milkstreet.com/radiotipsThis week's sponsor: Go to masterclass.com/MILK for 15% off your Annual MasterClass All-Access Pass. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian and “Nailed It!” host Nicole Byer breaks down the art of improv, making it in the world of comedy and how to host a baking competition show when you know nothing about baking. Plus, we chat with Karl De Smedt, manager of the world’s only international sourdough library; J. Kenji López-Alt gives us a crash course on the best homemade fried rice; and we learn how to get a good char on Catalonian-inspired grilled vegetables.Get this week's recipe, Spanish Grilled Vegetables (Escalivada): https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/spanish-grilled-vegetables-escalivadaWe want to hear your culinary tips! Share your cooking hacks, secret ingredients or unexpected techniques with us for a chance to hear yourself on Milk Street Radio! Here's how: https://www.177milkstreet.com/radiotips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lidia Bastianich grew up under Tito's communist rule, escaped to a refugee camp in Trieste and finally made it to New York City, where she learned to love Spam, Jell-O and Wonder Bread. She talks about the early years on her grandmother's farm, where she slept on a corn-husk mattress, ate pig's blood sausage and fresh fig jam, and realized that the secret to happiness is having less, not more. Plus, we learn about turkey skin ice cream with Salt & Straw's Tyler Malek; discuss the ethics of cooking lobsters; and make molletes. (Originally aired June 14, 2019.)Get this week's recipe, Molletes: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/molletes-sandwich-beans-cheese-salsa-lunch-mexico-picklesWe want to hear your culinary tips! Share your cooking hacks, secret ingredients or unexpected techniques with us for a chance to hear yourself on Milk Street Radio! Here's how: https://www.177milkstreet.com/radiotipsThis week's sponsor: Go to masterclass.com/MILK for 15% off your Annual MasterClass All-Access Pass. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hollywood star and restaurateur Danny Trejo shares his culinary inspirations and his most memorable stories—for example, how he used to act out “The Wizard of Oz” to help him stay sane in solitary confinement. Plus, Gena Renaud of Yume Confections teaches us about the art of wagashi; Alex Aïnouz dives into the world of meatballs; and we roast a chicken the Nigella Lawson way.Get this week's recipe, Coriander-Roasted Chicken: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/coriander-roasted-chickenWe want to hear your culinary tips! Share your cooking hacks, secret ingredients or unexpected techniques with us for a chance to hear yourself on Milk Street Radio! Here's how: https://www.177milkstreet.com/radiotipsThis week's sponsor: Save $400 on a Sleep Number 360 c4 Smart Bed, now just $1299. Only for a limited time at Sleep Number stores or sleepnumber.com/MILK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We chat with Mike Wiley of Eventide in Portland, Maine, who tells us how to shuck an oyster, the rules for the perfect clambake and his favorite often-ignored fish. Plus, we talk with chef and poet Omar Tate, who explores Black American culture and literature through food; Dan Pashman explains why he thinks grilling is overrated; and we find a fix for flavorless tomatoes.Get this week's recipe, Tomato-Herb Salad with Sumac: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/tomato-herb-salad-with-sumacThis week's sponsor: Go to masterclass.com/MILK for 15% off your Annual MasterClass All-Access Pass. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Padma Lakshmi shares stories about her childhood in India, her time in Spain and her new show, “Taste the Nation.” Plus, we get a crash course on Parisian cocktail culture from David Lebovitz; we present a new take on the cheeseburger; and Bianca Bosker teaches us about the history and evolution of wine reviews.Get this week's recipe, Garlic-Rosemary Burgers with Taleggio Sauce: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/garlic-rosemary-burgers-taleggio-cheese-sauce-dinner-barbequeOur online cooking school is free to anyone who wants to join the food revolution. You can choose from over a dozen classes from Kitchen Improv to The Spice Kitchen to Milk Street Instant Pot. Start a free class today at https://www.177milkstreet.com/school Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We explore culinary secrets from Yewande Komolafe to change the way you cook. Plus, Gustavo Arellano takes us on a journey down the great American chile highway; we make a hearty beef stew from central Mexico; and Adam Gopnik tells us how a trip to Italy spawned an epiphany. (Originally aired September 28, 2019.)Get this week's recipe, Mexican Beef and Tomatillo Stew: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/mexican-beef-tomatillo-stew-entomatado-de-resRight now, we are making our online cooking school available for free to anyone who wants to join the food revolution. You can choose from over a dozen classes from Kitchen Improv to The Spice Kitchen to Milk Street Instant Pot. Start a free class today at https://www.177milkstreet.com/schoolThis week's sponsor: Go to masterclass.com/MILK for 15% off your Annual MasterClass All-Access Pass. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We chat with flavor chemist Dr. Arielle Johnson about how to eat a tree, how insects use flavor molecules to communicate and the science of taste and smell. Plus, Meathead Goldwyn teaches us how to grill perfect steaks; J. Kenji López-Alt investigates food expiration dates; and we make a no-fuss, all-flavor Spanish Almond Cake.Get this week's recipe, Spanish Almond Cake: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/spanish-almond-cake-tarta-de-santiago Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Legendary pastry chef Claudia Fleming gives us a crash-course in baking. We discuss her tried-and-true techniques, her all-time favorite desserts and her experience working at New York City’s Jams in the 1980s. Plus, reporter Alli Fam brings us the story of green crabs, an invasive species whose population is on the rise; Bianca Bosker walks us through the fascinating history of tablescaping; and we present a recipe for Thai street food at home.Get this week's recipe, Thai Grilled Pork Skewers: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/thai-grilled-pork-skewers-moo-ping-barbeque-dinner-chili-limeThis week's sponsor: Go to masterclass.com/MILK for 15% off your Annual MasterClass All-Access Pass. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we chat with Vivian Howard about growing up on a tobacco farm in Deep Run, North Carolina; her latest TV show, “Somewhere South”; and the foods she considers her flavor MVPs. Plus, we explore the future of algae-based food; Dan Pashman puts a modern twist on family cocktail parties; and we make Mashed Avocados with Sesame and Chili.Get this week's recipe, Mashed Avocados with Sesame and Chili: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/mashed-avocados-with-sesame-and-chiliWe want to hear your culinary tips! Share your cooking hacks, secret ingredients or unexpected techniques with us for a chance to hear yourself on Milk Street Radio! Here's how: https://www.177milkstreet.com/radiotips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Isha Sumner gives us a primer on Garifuna history, culture and cuisine. Plus, we chat with Ruth Rogers of The River Café in London; we taste the bubbles of summer; and we make spaghetti al limone. (Originally aired June 29, 2018.)Get this week's recipe, Spaghetti al Limone: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/spaghetti-al-limoneRight now, we are making our online cooking school available for free to anyone who wants to join the food revolution. You can choose from over a dozen classes from Kitchen Improv to The Spice Kitchen to Milk Street Instant Pot. Start a free class today at https://www.177milkstreet.com/schoolThis week's sponsor: Buy one Annual MasterClass All-Access Pass for yourself, and get one free to share. Go to masterclass.com/milk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sami Tamimi and Tara Wigley, part of the team behind Yotam Ottolenghi’s food empire, discuss the world of Palestinian cooking—from za’atar to what makes great tahini. Plus, we chat with Gail Simmons about life behind the scenes at “Top Chef”; we make seared pork tenderloin with smoked paprika; and we discuss hidden food meanings with Grant Barrett and Martha Barnette of “A Way With Words.”Get this week's recipe, Seared Pork Tenderloin with Smoked Paprika and Oregano: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/smoked-paprika-oregano-seared-pork-tenderloinRight now, we are making our online cooking school available for free to anyone who wants to join the food revolution. You can choose from over a dozen classes from Kitchen Improv to The Spice Kitchen to Milk Street Instant Pot. Start a free class today at https://www.177milkstreet.com/schoolThis week's sponsor: Buy one Annual MasterClass All-Access Pass for yourself, and get one free to share. Go to masterclass.com/milk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We chat with Sam Sifton of The New York Times about the rituals and foods of Sunday supper—from easy duck confit to bacon fried chicken. Plus, we hear from reporter Amy Guttman about a bar in London that was once an underground public loo; we make an herb soup from Sardinia; and Adam Gopnik tells us why he thinks Montreal bagels are the best in the world.Get this week's recipe, Sardinian Herb Soup with Fregola and White Beans (S’erbuzzu): https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/sardinian-herb-soup-serbuzzuRight now, we are making our online cooking school available for free to anyone who wants to join the food revolution. You can choose from over a dozen classes from Kitchen Improv to The Spice Kitchen to Milk Street Instant Pot. Start a free class today at https://www.177milkstreet.com/school Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nigella Lawson discusses her favorite "rhapsodically easy" weeknight traybake, how Kirkegaard influenced her philosophy on food and why snobbery has no place in cooking. Plus, we share the story of Zubaida Tariq, Pakistan’s Martha Stewart; Dr. Aaron Carroll reveals if coffee really does cause cancer; and we make Spanish Ratatouille.Get this week's recipe, Spanish Ratatouille (Pisto Manchego): https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/spanish-ratatouille-pisto-manchegoThis week's sponsor: Buy one Annual MasterClass All-Access Pass for yourself, and get one free to share. Go to masterclass.com/milk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we're talking with Edward Lee—chef, independent restaurateur and founder of the LEE Initiative. In response to restaurant closures across the country, the LEE Initiative has formed a nationwide coalition of restaurants that have been transformed into relief kitchens for restaurant workers. Also on this week’s show, we chat with chef Iliana de la Vega about authentic Oaxacan cuisine; Adam Gopnik discusses the three stages of culinary passion; and we make England’s Eton mess.To learn about what Edward Lee and other chefs around the country are doing to help people during the crisis, go to leeinitiative.orgGet this week's recipe, Eton mess: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/raspberry-pistachio-meringue-with-spiced-whipped-cream Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.