Seattle Kitchen

In honor of May’s Hunger Awareness Month, we’re joined by Michelle Douglas, CEO of Emergency Food Network // Randy Brooks, founder and winemaker at Bacovino, tells us about their new waterfront tasting room in Pioneer Square // Spring Pasta Dishes // Liz Philpot, founder of Eat Seattle Tours, shares what’s new on their latest food tours and programs // Chef Rasyidah Rosli is going to transport us to the bustling streets of Thailand’s famous Chatuchak Night Market // Pastry Chef Brittany Bardeleben from Hot Cakes is here to talk springtime desserts // And of course, we’ll wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought: Tasty Trivia!

Mother’s Day – Plans and Inspiration · Lara Hamilton from Book Larder is back with her favorite new cookbooks - just in time for Mother’s Day · Crab Cakes · Peter Miller, director of MARCELLA, joins us to talk about his new documentary on Italian cookbook legend Marcella Hazan · Eliza Ward of ChefShop takes us on a balsamic vinegar journey · We catch a little Spring Fever with Chef Sean McFadyen · And of course, we’ll wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought Tasty Trivia brought to you by Rub with Love spice rubs

Quick Pantry Dinners // Pamela Hinckley, Executive Director of Pike Market Senior Center & Food Bank, invites us to get involved in the mission // The Hot Stove Society Tasting Panel takes on tortilla chips - just in time for Cinco de Mayo // Chris Dufore of Gallagher’s Where U Brew shares the story behind his Edmonds-based community brewhouse // Hot Stove Society Chef Nico Cabellero joins us to talk about Arepas // The Caspian Chef, Omid Roustaei joins us to share his new book, Bitter & Sweet: Global Flavors from an Iranian-American Kitchen And of course, we’ll wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!!

We take a flavorful trip through the Middle East with Brunch in the Bazaar // In our final series segment, author Sarah Ahn shares essential Korean home cooking from her new book, Umma: A Korean Mom’s Kitchen Wisdom & 100 Family Recipes // Drop-off Dinners with Heart // Kim Karrick of Scratch Distillery in Edmonds talks craft spirits and custom gin // We swirl, sip, and celebrate rosé wines with Todd Alkema // Chef Tim Ormonde discusses the “woodland to waterfront” dining experience at Alderbrook Resort & Spa on Hood Canal // And of course, we’ll wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!!

Chef Annie Elmore shares a preview of her hands-on class, “A Tribute to Charles Phan,” inspired by The Slanted Door cookbook and the bold, balanced flavors of Vietnamese cuisine // In part three of four, author Sarah Ahn shares essential Korean home cooking from her new book, Umma: A Korean Mom’s Kitchen Wisdom & 100 Family Recipes // Loretta cooks up an Easter Plan while Tom’s got Easter Plans of his own – Sicilian style // Chris Teeny from Pacific Coast Harvest joins us // The Hot Stove Society Tasting Panel gets salty with a feta cheese showdown // We delve into plant-based cuisine with Chris Wilson from Plantage // And of course, we’ll wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

We dive into some unexpected pantry finds // Author Sarah Ahn gives a master class in the living art of kimchi from her new book: "Umma: A Korean Mom’s Kitchen Wisdom & 100 Family Recipes" // Andrew Rubinstein from Hey Bagel joins us // Season 2 of The Nosh with Rachel Belle just launched, and she’s here to share some behind-the-scenes stories // The Hot Stove Society Tasting Panel tackles cream cheese // Andrae Bopp & Keith Johnson are here to share their story behind Solo Esto Mezcal // And of course, we’ll wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought Tasty Trivia !!

We dive into a Spring Niçoise Salad Starring Alaskan Halibut // Author Sarah Ahn shares her new book Umma: A Korean Mom’s Kitchen Wisdom & 100 Family Recipes // We talk Baby Back Ribs // Forager and author Jennifer Hahn joins us with her new book Pacific Harvest: A Northwest Coast Foraging Guide // Clam Digging in the Pacific Northwest // Based on a recent article in the Seattle Times we ask why are so many “Seattle” restaurants closing—only to reopen under new operators? // And of course, we’ll wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought Tasty Trivia brought to you by Rub with Love spice rubs, made right here in Ballard!

Dutch Baby Pancakes // Cooking with Induction – what you need to know // We dive into Fish Tacos // Belinda Kelly and Venise Cunningham share their new book Drink Your Garden: Recipes, Stories, and Tips from the Simple Goodness Cocktail Farm // Father-daughter duo Jim and Jennifer Mauer join us to share a Shepherd’s Pie and dish about CSA boxes from Hitchcock // Hot Stove Society Chef Danae McLaughlin is here to talk Tamales // And of course, we’ll wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought Tasty Trivia brought to you by Rub with Love spice rubs, made right here in Ballard!

How Social Media, Online Reviews, and the Internet Influence Restaurants and Diners // We dish on Peanut Noodles // Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day - we’re talking Shepherd’s Pie // Kevin Coleman from Bellingham SeaFeast joins us // The Hot Stove Society Tasting Panel takes on Wild Cold Smoked Alaskan Sockeye // We delve into Flank Steak // And of course, we wrap up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

We dive into the world of anchovies – how to use them and why they deserve a spot in your kitchen // Alyssa Lisle stops by to chat about Lucy’s Bottle Shop—her new venture blending wine, community, and representation // We’re talking Roast Pork—techniques, flavors, and the perfect pairings // Chef Orphée Fouano shares the grand opening of Mirabelle by Orphée // We explore the Art of the Croissant // The Hot Stove Society Tasting Panel takes on Strawberry Jam // And of course, we wrap up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

Becky Guzak shares highlights from her recent culinary adventures in Japan // Talking craft beer with Brad Benson from Stoup Brewing // Scott Cory and Sachia Tinsley from Peyrassol West in Normandy Park share their take on Western European and Mediterranean flavors // Building charcuterie & cheese boards for easy entertaining // Diving into natural and organic wines with Todd Alkema from Elliott Bay Distributing // Our talented editor from KIRO Radio, Sean De Tore, stops by with homemade muffins // And of course, we wrap up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

Maui Meat // We talk authentic Turkish flavors with Berk Guldal, Chef and Owner of Hamdi Restaurant // Pide (Turkish Flatbreads) and the different variations // Margo Flones, Big John’s PFI // Mangos and how to use them! // Eliza Ward, Owner ChefShop.com, helps us pick the perfect pasta // And of course, we wrap up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

We answer a listener’s question with cookware recommendations // Daughter-mother duo Pat Tanumihardja and Julia Evari Suparman share their book, Mortar and Pestle: Classic Indonesian Recipes for the Modern Kitchen // We explore the art of Hainanese Chicken with Jackie Cross // Jamie Hunt, Founder & CEO of Fast Penny Spirits, talks about their award-winning amaro and Seattle-based distillery // We dive into Cassoulet // Chefs Annie Elmore & Rasyidah Rosli jump on the mic to chat about Malaysian Brunch // And of course, we wrap up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

We share tips for celebrating Valentine’s Day—whether dining out or cooking at home // Beloved Fran Bigelow, Founder of Fran’s Chocolates, and CEO Andrina Bigelow join us to share their new collections—just in time for Valentine’s Day // We celebrate National Canned Food Month with a fresh look at a pantry staple // Angel Azcarraga and Jacob Edelstein, founders and creators of Deglaze, introduce their recipe manager app designed for people who love to cook // And, of course, we wrap up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

Ben Lehman, GM of the Carlile Room, stops by to talk about upcoming drinks and menus celebrating Hamilton at the Paramount // Back by popular demand, Mike Mondello, President and CEO of Made in Washington, highlights locally made Valentine’s packages // Award-winning food writer Sara Dickerman dishes on crafting cookbooks and her new newsletter: What Should I Bring? // Lucio Gomiero, Owner and winemaker at Vignalta winery, joins us to talk about his craft // We dive into the world of radicchio with Jason Salvo, owner of Local Roots Farm // And of course, we wrap up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

Chef Danae Mclaughlin shares her tips for crafting dark chocolate truffles and Linzer cookies // We dive into the art of cooking lamb rib chops // We spend a segment celebrating blood orange season // Cookbook Author and Chef Sally James joins us to talk about Yarra Valley Caviar // We’re dishing up all things pancakes—from buckwheat blini to Loretta’s fluffy classics // Hot Cakes Pastry Chef Britiany Bardeleben stops by to explore molten chocolate cake // And of course, we wrap up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

We’re diving into Coconut Prawns! // Chef Edouardo Jordan, founder of Food with Roots, joins us to talk about the Soul of Seattle Fundraiser on February 8th // It’s National Soup Month, and we’re exploring the ultimate comfort food: Chicken Soup // Fred Ness from Dahlia Bakery stops by to chat about Mochi Donuts and Seasonal Pastries // Grab your skewers—it’s Fondue Party season! // Back by popular demand, Rachel Belle shares her culinary escapades for the New Year // And of course, we wrap up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

Fresh from Spain, Chef Bridget Charters shares flavors and discoveries from her latest culinary adventure // Find out which condiments are worth making from scratch // We’re turning ordinary lasagna into something extraordinary // Chef Sean McFadyen takes us through the bold and vibrant world of New Orleans’ Creole and Cajun cuisine // It’s National Soup Month! This week, we’re dishing up Posole // We start the year off right with a pantry refresh // And, as always, we wrap up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

We kick of the new year with 2025 Food Trends Highlights // Makini Howell, Chef-Owner of Plum Bistro, introduces her new cookbook:  Simple Goodness: No-Fuss Plant-Based Meals Straight from Your Pantry // We’re diving into Hearty Winter Soups // Sam Spillman of Caffe Vita shares New Pours for the New Year // We talk Roast Chicken // Llance and Lori Kezner, co creators of Millie’s Sipping Broth, discuss how they’re redefining savory sipping // And of course, we wrap up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!!

We explore Cabbage Rolls // Michelle Douglas, CEO of Emergency Food Network, is back to shed light on their impactful work and to share stories of growing up around a dinner table set for ten // Renee Erickson, Chef & Co-Owner of Sea Creatures Restaurants, shares her latest cookbook: Sunlight & Breadcrumbs, Making Food with Creativity & Curiosity // We create a festive New Year's Eve dinner menu // And of course, we wrap up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!!

Chef Danae McLaughlin takes us on a global dumpling journey // Pete Fjosne, Executive Chef of Rhein Haus, shares his modern twist on traditional German cuisine // Ashley Trout, Founder of VITAL Wines, discusses supporting vineyard workers through purpose-driven winemaking // Food writer Leslie Kelly joins Terry Phair, owner of Lummi Seafood Market and Cha•k’os Fire Pit // Holly Smith, acclaimed Executive Chef and Owner of Café Juanita, shares insights into the creative process behind crafting a menu // And we’ll wrap it up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

We’re diving into Hawaiian cuisine! · Mike Mondello, President and CEO of Made in Washington, shares locally made holiday treats · Michael Teer from Pike and Western Wine Shop guides us through champagne and sparkling wine · Mother-daughter duo Hsiao-Ching Chou and Meilee Riddle introduce their new book, Feasts of Good Fortune: 75 Recipes for a Year of Chinese American Celebrations · Hsiao-Ching then takes us on a soy sauce tasting journey · Kevin Smith, Co-Owner of Beast & Cleaver, talks about celebrating local, sustainable meats · And we’ll wrap it all up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia

National Pastry Day is around the corner, and we’re celebrating by exploring the world of pastries // Chef Instructor Rasyidah Rosli teaches us about the art of Dim Sum // Chicory season is upon us, and we’re diving into their unique, bitter charm // Betsy and Andrea Sherrow from Seattle Caviar Co. join us for an exciting chat // Chef Bridget Charters shares her expertise on handmade pastas // Chef Lauren Jackson of Pintxo by Valdemar shares Spanish treats and holiday vibes from the Holiday Market at Woodinville Schoolhouse District // And, as always, we wrap up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

We’re talking Easy Weeknight Dinners! // Susan Cathcart of 58 Stars Travel and our friend Kathy Rautureau take us on a journey through culinary travels, featuring an upcoming tour of Sicily’s Etna wine region in 2025 // Award-winning Chef Maggie Trujillo from Fire & Vine Hospitality shares delicious samples from El Gaucho, Aerlume, and AQUA // We delve into crafting a show-stopping Holiday Prime Rib Roast // Then, it’s all about Favorite Holiday Potatoes // Lara Hamilton, owner of the Book Larder, shares her top recommendations of new cookbooks for the holiday season // And of course, we wrap things up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

We talk Turkey! // Eliza Ward, owner of ChefShop.com, takes us on a journey through the world of panettone // We dive into the flavors of Down Under // Pastry Chef Brittany Bardeleben inspires us with her take on holiday desserts // Dr. Nathan Myhrvold shares insights from his latest book Modernist Bread at Home // And of course, we wrap it all up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

It’s Gravy Season - Tom talks Gravy // Award-winning Chef Maggie Trujillo from Fire & Vine Hospitality joins us to share insights on the power of collaboration in the kitchen // We’ll dig into ways to make the most of Fall Greens // Father-and-son captains John and Jack McHenry dive into the world of Alaskan halibut fishing // Loretta’s “Shortcut or Scratch” Gnocchi // Eric Tanaka, Managing Partner of TD & Co, joins us to talk about his recent culinary adventures through Mexico City // And of course, we wrap up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

Chef Bridget Charters shares expert tips for crafting exceptional Thanksgiving pies // Seattle filmmaker and Eva’s Wild founder, Mark Titus, dives into the story of Alaska’s sockeye salmon, the beauty of whole salmon for the holidays, and a sneak peak at his upcoming film // The Hot Stove Society Tasting Panel tackles a seasonal favorite—canned pumpkin! // Jasmine Donovan, President and CFO of Seattle’s iconic Dick’s Drive-In Restaurants, talks about this beloved institution and its future // Austin Allred, owner of Royal Family Farming, joins us to discuss their partnership with Dick’s Drive-In and the importance of regenerative agriculture // And of course, we wrap up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

We walk through what makes an excellent Eggs Benedict // Dive into creating a delicious Meatloaf // Explore how to bring out the best in Fall greens // Then, craft creamy fall Polenta // After all that cooking, Rachel Belle joins us to share her new book: Open Sesame // The Hot Stove Society Tasting Panel explores the world of Tahini // And of course, we’ll wrap up the show with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

The Hot Stove Society Tasting Panel dives into maple syrup // We're wrapping up National Seafood Month with Alaskan Crab as part of the Seafood 101 campaign // We build the Ultimate Seafood Platter // Back by popular demand, Cynthia Nims is here for part two of Preserving Family Recipes // New York Times bestselling author Julia Turshen is here to share her new cookbook 'What Goes With What: 100 Recipes, 20 Charts, Endless Possibilities' // And of course, we finish up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!!

Did a listener’s home-grown tomato outshine Jackie’s perfect one? If so, we’ll reveal the Tomato Triumph winner // We dig into Winter Squash! // Continuing our celebration of National Seafood Month, we’re joined by Craig Morris from Genuine Alaska Pollock Producers // We talk braising meats – fall’s ultimate comfort food // Pastry Chef Britany Bardeleben is here to chat about seasonal sweet treats // The Hot Stove Society Tasting Panel explores pears // Cynthia Nims is here to talk about preserving family recipes // And of course, we wrap up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!!

We talk French culinary travels with our producer Becky Guzak // Back by popular demand, we welcome Kirsten Vracko from Cheeky & Dry, Seattle’s first non-alcoholic bottle shop // Fresh from the harvest, we explore produce-packed fall salads // In celebration of National Seafood Month, we’re joined by Rut Perez-Studer, Sr. Manager of Fisherman’s Terminal // The Hot Stove Society Tasting Panel searches for the best store-bought vanilla ice cream // Tom shares his recent “Duck Four Ways” menu // And of course, we wrap up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

Fall produce with Loretta Douglas // Café Lago and Chef Laura Thompson // Pork Chops // National Seafood Month // Thierry's Pot-au-feu

We celebrate the life of Thierry Rautureau in honor of his birthday, September 26, 1958 // We start with a special compilation of memorable moments featuring Chef Thierry from past shows // Joining us are his friends Dr. Nathan Myhrvold, Chef John Sundstrom, Leslie Kelly, and Chef Adam Hoffman, who will share their favorite Thierry stories and reminisce about his legacy // In our final Simple to Spectacular! segment we celebrate “the Chef in the Chapeau” by diving into his Rover’s fall recipe: Quail & Frisée Salad with Duck Prosciutto, Poached Quail Egg, & Red Wine Vinegar // And of course, we wrap up the show playing one of Thierry’s favorite segments: Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

We explore new crop Washington apples with our Hot Stove Society Tasting Panel // Chef Bruce Naftaly is here to share his latest adventure // We celebrate Chef Thierry Rautureau by diving into one of his fall recipes from his Rover’s cookbook // Katie Harris and Tori Elwood join us to inspire a deeper appreciation for sablefish // We talk with Dick Stevens about the James Beard Foundation’s Taste America Seattle event // Chef Annie Elmore is here to introduce us to Hungarian cuisine, walking us through a traditional Hungarian supper // And of course, we wrap up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

We’re welcoming Kurt Dammeier, founder of Sugar Mountain - home to Beecher’s Handmade Cheese, Mishima Reserve, The Butcher’s Table, and Pasta & Co. // On Simple to Spectacular, we celebrate Chef Thierry with one of his fall Rover’s recipes // Alissa Leinonen, founder and CEO of Gourmondo, is here with her daughter Olivia, to discuss their new partnership with PCC Community Markets // With National Cheeseburger Day coming up, our managing partner Eric Tanaka shares what makes the perfect cheeseburger // Sheryl Wiser from Pie and Persistence talks about making a difference through food // And of course, stick around for Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

We explore the world of zucchini // Chef Steven Ariel & Stephanie Cobbs from TRACE Market and W Living Room Bar join us to talk specialty cocktails and their unique Hawaiian & Filipino influenced cuisine // On Simple to Spectacular! we celebrate Chef Thierry by talking through one of his Rover’s Fall recipes // Our very own Sean McFadyen is here to guide us through making the perfect Jambalaya // We dive into Negronis with Jenny Lentz, Executive GM of all Serious Pie locations & Resident Negroni Master // It’s time to celebrate the season’s best as we turn our focus to all things tomatoes // And of course, we play Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

Spice Up Fall Flavors with Jamie Aragonez from World Spice // Delve into an end of summer Perfect Porterhouse Steak // Explore what makes a great Pesto? // On Simple to Spectacular! we celebrate Chef Thierry by talking through one of his Rover’s recipes // We talk Seasonal Bruschetta // Tony Catini, Director of Serious Pie Division at TD & Co. is here // And of course, we play Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

Celebrate Chef Tamara Murphy’s life and legacy with reflections and stories // Welcome Brian Clevenger, Executive Chef and owner of General Harvest Restaurants // Talk about Pete Wells’ final column in the New York Times as a restaurant critic reflecting on the changes in the dining world over his 12-year tenure // On Simple to Spectacular! we celebrate Chef Thierry by talking through one of his Rover’s summer recipes // We talk Labor Day dishes with inspiration from Rubbed with Love recipes // Loretta and I revel in our Prosser Farm Meatball Project // And of course, we play Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

Loretta shares “Prosser Farm Tales” from a recent family staycation // We talk Washington Cheese with Dr. Courtney Johnson of the Washington State Cheesemakers Association & Owner of Street Cheese // On Simple to Spectacular! we celebrate Chef Thierry by talking through one of his summer Rover’s recipes // The Hot Stove Society tasting panel dives into Canned Tuna // We explore Cold Noodle Dishes for when it’s too hot for Ramen // We talk cookies, gift baskets, and more with Bite Society’s Co-owners Lendy Hensley & Chef Bob Pennington // And of course, we play Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

Bruce Miyahara is there to tell us all about Pizzakaya 8.0 coming to Neb // FareStart’s Patrick D’Amelio & Meg Viera are here talk about their recent restaurant reopening and Guest Chef Night // On Simple to Spectacular! we celebrate Chef Thierry by talking through one of hissummer Rover’s recipes // We welcome Ballard Food Bank and learn about their upcoming“Ballard Bites and Brews” event // Chef Matt Broussard, aka “acooknamedmatt” is here to share his experience going from a restaurant chef to showcasing his craft on social media // And of course, we play Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

We delve into Eggplant // Jonathan Bower is here from Whidbey Island Distillery // On Simple to Spectacular! we celebrate Chef Thierry by talking through one of his Rover’s Summer desserts // We welcome Chef Matt Fortner from Matt’s in the Market // We create a Plum-Inspired Supper // Chef Annie Elmore is here to teach us how to make Soup Dumplings // And of course, we play Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

We explore Tarte Tatin // Tiffany Hitt from Pike Place Market Foundation is here with Mike Mackley of Old Stove Brewing, to talk about the upcoming Sunset Supper Benefit // We craft a Paris-Inspired Olympics Viewing Party Menu // On Simple to Spectacular! we celebrate Chef Thierry by talking through one of his Summer Rover’s recipes // We welcome Chris Curtis, Founder of the Seattle Neighborhood Farmers Markets, and Executive Director Jennifer Antos as they share exciting upcoming events and happenings // And of course, we play Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!