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Join me and Chef Virginia as we discuss some of her amazing Southern recipes from her very successful cookbook, Bon Appetit, Ya'll!

Chef Divya is going to talk with us about her culinary expertise, secrets she's learned from talking with chefs "behind the burner" and has shared her Gnocchi with Tiger Shrimp and Walnut Butter! Be there live!

Join me and Chef O'Galdez as we discuss "The Gourmet Diva" and her recipe for Roasted Salmon with Mustard Crust and yes, it's easy on the pocket book while still being impressive, hence the reason it's called a "Recession Date Dinner"!

Join me as we chat with Mary McGuire-Wien, who has written the definitive book on living a pure life. Filled with insightful information offered in the warm voice of a close friend and guardian, The Seven Day Total Cleanse is a must read for anyone interested in enhancing their day to day lives through the magic of the mind-body connection. How does a cleanse work with a regular diet? She'll tell us all about it! But in the meantime, a decadent dessert that won't leave you feeling guilty!

Join me as I talk with Chef Wayne Smith, food spokesperson for the Grand Junction (Colo.) Visitor & Convention Bureau, about his peach recipes and much more!

Chef Gio of Sex, Food and Rock and Roll! is here to tell us all about her experience of how these three go together so perfectly. Having once served food on the set of "The Godfather", she has a wealth of culinary experience AND great stories to share!

Join me as I discuss a fabulous pasta dish with Chef Liz, The Food Nanny, who will tell you how to feed your family in a limited amount of time and while keeping it healthy!

Join me as I talk with Chef Kevin Gillespie about one of his favorite recipes, his experience on Top Chef and his fantastic restaurant, Woodfire Grill!

Join me and Chef Bill Park as we discuss his culinary expertise, contribution to the Gourmet Girl Mystery Series of Novels (yes, they have recipes AND mystery!) and talk about his recipe for Scallop and Shrimp Sausage with Roasted Tomato Aioli!

Join me and Chef Hopeton Hibbert, chef at Atmosphere in Atlanta, GA, as we discuss food, music and his recipe for Pan Roasted Rainbow Trout with Fingerling Potatoes! It's DELICIOUS!

Join me for an hour of chatting with cookbook author, Jerry Soloman, who wrote "A Man's Guide to Food for Foreplay", after all, women LOVE a man who can cook!

Chef Debbie, owner of a Chicago based gourmet store, Oil and Vinegar, and creates fantastic recipes based on her on-tap oils, vinegars and various spices she has found from around the world. Don't miss the fantastic recipe she created and is going to tell us about!

Chef Carrino has been a featured guest on NBCs Today Show, named winner of the April 7th episode of The Food Network show, Chopped, hosted by Ted Allen, and a was a recent contestant on Chopped Champions. Don't miss this interview and the incredible recipe he provided!

Chef Tonni has won awards for his mouth watering brisket and is the Executive Chef/ Proprietor for HinoSpices LLC, Rio Grande Catering. Don't miss this show and the mouth watering recipe he provided!

Chef Dawn tells us all about her cooking experience and shares her INCREDIBLE One Dish Meal - Macaroni & Cheese...but this isn't your ordinary Mac and Chz! I prepared it and it's FANTASTIC!

Chef Josh, a former chef with Walt Disney Resorts in Orlando and now teaching children at Young Chef's Academy will give us insight into both the adult and children's world of cooking! Don't miss this easy recipe for Pumpkin Roll you can make with your children!

Join me as I interview Chef Nick Sandler about one of his great recipes from his popular cookbook, The Branded Cookbook. Cooking with your favorite brands!

Join me and Chef Rotondi as we discuss Raw Food, his fantastic cookbook and his recipe for REAL DEAL OATMEAL! :)

Join me and Chef Jill, The Veggie Queen, as we discuss the importance of veggies, how to easily incorporate them into your diet and how delicious this recipe she provided is!

Join me for an interview with Chef Hector Santiago from season 6 of Top Chef. We'll be discussing his terrific line of sauces and rubs along with one of his popular menu items, Hanger Steak Pinchos! Don't miss it!

Join me for an interview Chef Alex Hitz, one of QVC's most popular chefs! He will be talking about his "secret" recipe Beef Bourguinon and sharing his recipe for his fantastic Chicken Pot Pie!

Chef Shan Shan Chen of San Francisco tells us all about Asian Cuisine and our recipe testers are going to tell you just how great this recipe for Lettuce Cups (or Lettuce Wraps, depending on how you eat them!) are! Don't miss it!

Join Angela McKeller for a fun and lively discussion as she interviews Moms and their children. These guests have prepared kid-friendly recipes and can't wait to share their experience.

ITALIAN CHICKPEA AND HERB FRITTATA Recipe courtesy of Robyn Webb Related Blog Post: http://www.kickbackkook.com/blog/index.cfm/2008/5/14/Italian-Chickpea-and-Herb-Frittata 6 servings/ serving size: 1 ( 2 inch) piece preparation time: 15 minutes cook time: 26 minutes 2 tsp olive oil �½ small red onion, minced 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 small shallot,minced 2 Tbsp finely minced prosciutto 1/2 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed ( or any other white bean) 2 eggs 4 egg whites 1 Tbsp minced fresh basil 1 tsp minced fresh rosemary 1 Tbsp Parmesan cheese salt and pepper to taste 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. 2. In a 10 inch non stick oven proof skillet( or use a cast iron skillet and first coat with cooking spray), heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onions, garlic and shallots and saute for 3 minutes. Add in the prosciutto and beans and saute for 2 minutes. 3. Whisk together the eggs, egg whites, basil, rosemary, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. Add to the beans and cook for about 5 minutes until the bottom is set. 4. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for about 12-15 minutes or until the top is no longer runny. Check after about 8 minutes to see how runny the top still may be. For extra color, turn the heat to broil and broil for 1-2 minutes. Cut into wedges and serve.

In this episode, Angela McKeller shares FIVE of her favorite recipe creations with mothers that tested them out in honor of Mothers Day. Perfect for brunch, easy to make and easy on the pocket book, you don't want to miss these recipes! Check my blog to get the recipes! Dana, a devout Christian and mother of two, Kayla 17, and Kyle, 13, she spends her days devoting her time to nurturing a close relationship with both of her children and her own parents. Family is her top priority, so preparing this recipe with her mother was a treat. She tried my Strawberry Cheesecake Bread with Blueberry Sauce and said that while she isn't much of a cook and thought it looked intimidating, it was easy and will tell you even more about it in the show! Tammye is the proud mother of one girl and one boy, both middle school age and only a year apart! She admits that she doesn't proclaim to be a cook or baker, but she LOVES to entertain! She will be launching her event planning business very soon and after teaching a cooking class in her home, I can see why! Listen to why Tammye enjoyed my recipe for Vegetable and Swiss Quiche so much and why it was so easy to make! Chef Luci isn't just a mother, she's a grandmother many times over! Very proud of her children and getting great enjoyment out of cooking with and for her grandchildren, She talks about my VERY Chocolate Belgian Waffles and my Baked Amaretto French Toast. She is a return guest, so THANK YOU Chef Luci! She keeps me on my toes! She has two groups on Caf�©Mom called Cooking 101 and another called Bakers Are Us. She recently took on another that is all about Southern Cooking. For more information about Luci, please visit http://www.cafemom.com/#box_18. A big thank you to the mothers that participated and to all of the mothers that create the future of the world for us! I also introduce as a bonus recipe myself for all the teens out there that may want to prepare a simple treat for their mothers! My Banana Muffins with Walnut Streusel Topping are always a hit and I give hints for how these just can't fail! Subscribe to the show so that you don't miss a thing! The next show is Chef Robyn Webb who is an EXPERT on Healthy Cooking and, again, how healthy cooking is not only great for everyone, but how it can also benefit diabetics. Our recipe tester tries out her Italian Chickpea and Herb Fritatta!

Chef Chris Smith, The Diabetic Chef, was 24 years old, a student at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York and working at Manhattan's four-star Le Cirque restaurant when he began having symptoms of Diabetes type 1. Thinking he was simply over-worked, he soon learned that he was in grave danger and he knew he had to make some serious lifestyle choices. Like so many others what it came down to was achieving a healthy lifestyle through insulin management, exercise and proper diet. For so many people being told to go on a restrictive diet is like being told they can never again eat food they enjoy or eat a regular meal with their family. During this show, Chef Chris explains how this is a fallacy and how he has created some fantastic cookbooks that offer recipes that are diabetic friendly without giving up taste OR desserts!! For cooking tips, more information about Chef Chris (www.diabeticchef.com) and the 3 free recipes he so graciously gave us, please listen to the show and check out my blog!

Chef Vikas Khanna is the proprietor and consultant to several restaurants and food organizations. He has authored many books, including "The Spice Story of India". He is the founder of "Cooking for Life" and "SAKIV" Organizations which host gastronomic events around the World in support of relief efforts and awareness issues. Not only is Chef Vikas an amazing chef, he is a humble and caring humanitarian. What a joy to interview him! He is the recipient of numerous National and International Awards and is also the honorary member of many foundations, in cluding the World Peace Society. Listen to the show to learn even more about the amazing Chef Vikas! To purchase his books, you may go to your local book store or his website at vkhanna.com. Jessica, our recipe tester, so enjoyed the recipe! Listen to hear how she prepared it, how much she enjoyed it, what changes she made and what kind of difference it made and Chef Vikas tells us about substitutions that are possible as well!

Chef Lisa, The Groovy Baker, is truly "groovy". There's just no better way to describe her! The Groovy Baker is a combination of all that she is; passionate about wholesome foods, supportive of the local community, and environmentally aware. Her specialty is cooking for those that have severe allergies and catering to the special dietary needs of autistic children. She is giving back to the world in a way that most people find too taxing or too labor intensive; but not Chef Lisa! See! I told you she's GROOVY! Chef Lisa supports her small local farmers - She even knows them by name! Very often her creations will be the result of a conversation that starts with "Hi - it's Lisa, what's good today?" She shops within her local community. If she has an organic option for her ingredients, she uses it. All of her baking is done from scratch - down to the smallest details like marshmallow cream and caramel saucesâ?¦..from scratch, every time. AND DELICIOUS! Good for you, good for the community, good for the planet. As well as just plain good to eat. That's what The Groovy Baker is all about. She shares her recipe for Everything Carrot Cake Cupcakes, but advises that you check with a doctor before making them. She describes the special ingredients, where to get them and more. Enjoy the show and subscribe so that you don't miss out on more great guests!

Please tune in as I interview Chef Liz Manthei, owner of Peppercorns Catering (www.peppercorns-catering.com) out of Augusta, Georgia. Professionally trained at Le Cordon Bleu, she now caters for major corporations that attend The Master's Tournament every year and has an incredible gift for working under pressure. She tells us all about life as the owner of a successful catering business and shares her recipe for Red Snapper on Corn, Sage and Cheddar Grits. Our panel of recipe testers for Chef Liz's recipe was a GREAT panel! Chef JoAnna (http://ChefJoAnna.com/kickbackkook about her appearance on my show and her website is http://CuisineConnection.com) shares her expertise regarding different types of fish that can be used for this recipe and a tip for making clarified butter! Our second recipe tester was Stefanie, a stay at home mom of two children who loved the recipe! Taught how to cook by her grandmother, she says that this recipe was both easy AND delicious! Our third guest, Alison, began cooking during her teenage years with her father. She finds that the most enjoyable part of cooking is sharing the bonding experience with a friend or loved one. She has created the online community "The Cooking with Friends Club" (www.cookingwithfriendsclub.com) where people can share recipes, cooking tips and such. She also shares her success and enjoyment of this recipe with us!

Listen as I discuss with my panel of recipe testers their success with Chef Shotts' recipe for Chocolate Shotts Cookies and my Almond Scented Brownies; the recipes are in my blog. I also interview Chef Shotts of Garrison's Confections (www.garrisonconfections.com). He twice named one of Pastry Art and Design's "Ten Best Pastry Chefs in America and was recognized as a "Top Ten Artisanal Chocolatier" by USA Today. By far some of the best chocolate I have ever had, even after ordering chocolate globally! And his book, Making Artisan Chocolates is worth it's weight in gold! Chef Sally Cameron is the owner of Everyday Gourmet - Personal Chef Services and you can learn more about her at www.evgourmet.com. She is a Premier Member of the U.S.Personal Chef Association and tells us all about her success with Chef Shotts' recipe for Chocolate Shotts Cookies! Chef Luci tried my Almond Scented Brownies and tells us all about her experience with my recipe. She owns two groups on CafeMom with over 600 members. One is Cooking 101 at http://www.cafemom.com/group/128 and the other is Bakers Are Us at http://www.cafemom.com/group/500 . For more information about Chef Luci, please check out her home page at http://www.cafemom.com/#box_18.

Nancy, Denise and I prepare one of my easiest brunch recipes! My Very Berry Stuffed French Toast! I talk about how to make it healthier, our success with the recipe and Nancy and Denise talk about how much they enjoyed making the recipe. Recipe in my blog! Please check it out! Later in the show, you can listen to my interview with Jill Burnett, showroom manager of HADCO. She talks about the difference between convection and thermal ovens, electric coil ranges versus electromagnetic ranges and how having the right appliances in your kitchen REALLY matters. She shares a fantastic chicken recipe with us and also her favorite fondue recipes! Again, check out my blog for those recipes!

Jessica Conant-Park, author of the Gourmet Girl Mysteries is kind enough to offer two of her novels as prizes to the listeners of the show! One has already won a copy of her novel, will the next be you? Mrs. Conant-Park's novels are funny and packed with recipes and she tells us all about what it is like to be an author, how she became a writer, how she finds her recipes and I share one of her recipes in my blog! In 2009, two of my recipes will be featured in her novel, Fed Up. Later in the show, Sam, a college student, tells us all about her experience making my Chocolate Hazelnut Lava Cakes! She talks about what a hit they were, how easy they were to make and what modifications she made that she felt made them even better.

Jon Kuffner, aka "Moostocas", is a culinary arts student out in Arizona. He shares with us his passion for cooking, the challenges and rewards of culinary arts training and offers some valuable cooking advice! Also, our panel of guests, Emmanuel and Denise, share their experiences with making my recipe for Southern Pecan Pie Cupcakes. This recipe was suggested by Mandi of California. Thank you to Mandi for such a great idea for a recipe!

In this particular episode, Angela discusses what she feels is necessary for anyone to be successful in the kitchen. She discusses her favorite gadgets, their uses and how you can get the best prices. Also discussed is how to find out which gadgets work for you and how you can know that what you buy online is what you saw in the store. She further discusses how to simply the grocery shopping process and informs her listeners of some of the things that you should always have in your pantry. Mentioned toward the end of the show is her recipe for Blackberry Glazed Chicken and the gadget that she can't live without that makes it so easy to make! Those that try the recipe, she encourages them to email her with pictures and stories of their experience!

Join Angela McKeller in her inaugural show to learn about the delicious and easy to make recipes that she will be bringing to her Internet Radio Show produced by STUDIO [darwin].