Kitchen Confidante Podcast

In the Philippines, the term “mestiza” is used to describe a woman of mixed heritage, and a new restaurant in San Francisco's Filipino Heritage District celebrates not only a rich fusion and reimagining of flavors but a philosophy of building community and sharing food traditions across cultures. Mestiza is the vision of Deanna Sison, who is known for championing her cultural roots in all her restaurant and hospitality endeavors which include Little Skillet, Victory Hall, and the Mestiza Taqueria. Bringing the vision to life is Chef Syl Mislang - her expertise as a plant-based chef hails from her beginnings at the Sacramento Co-Op to her pop-up concept, The Roaming Spoon, and as Executive Corporate Chef at Miyokos. Chef Syl now brings all of her experiences to the Mestiza table, featuring the flavors of the Philippines with hyper-local and hyper-seasonal plant-forward foods. In this episode, we chat  about how their partnership came about, Mestiza's plant-forward fusion of flavors, the wonder of kamayan, and more! Learn more about Mestiza at https://www.mestizasf.com Follow on Instagram: Mestiza @mestizasf Deanna Sison @ladydeesf Chef Syl Mislang @theroamingspoon Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/mestiza-san-francisco-with-deanna-sison-and-chef-syl-mislang

In today's episode, we're joined by Rowena Scherer - educator, author, and culinary curator of global flavors. As the founder of eat2explore, Rowena is on a mission to bring the world's cuisines and cultures into our kitchens, one family at a time. With roots in Malaysia and a detour through Wall Street, Rowena's journey is as rich and diverse as the recipes she shares in her first cookbook for families, A Taste of the World: Celebrating Global Flavors, where kids of all ages can learn and taste their way through each recipe. We chat about the importance of early culinary exposure, creating lasting family bonds over shared meals, and how cooking can foster global citizenship. Learn more about Rowena and eat2explore at https://eat2explore.com Follow eat2explore on Instagram: @eat2explore Grab your copy of "A Taste of the World" and dive deeper in the Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/a-taste-of-the-world-with-rowena-scherer

If you love hosting and entertaining, you'll love this chat with Internet personality, host, podcaster, and author Danni Rose. You may know her from her popular YouTube Channel, where she shares Southern home cooking with a modern twist from her California kitchen. She brings this and her entertaining expertise to a new original series from Pinterest and Tastemade called Deliciously Entertaining. Each episode brings together food lovers and creatives to cook, create, and gather, whether it's a dinner party or a bubbly brunch, and Danni is there to show us how to find inspiration to do it ourselves at home. Tune in for her tips about creating the experience, community, and memories around the table! New episodes of Deliciously Entertaining air every other Friday on the Tastemade streaming channel. Tastemade is easy to watch anywhere you stream TV for free: https://www.tastemade.com/streaming Find Danni on YouTube. Follow Danni on Instagram: @thedannirose Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/deliciously-entertaining-with-danni-rose

Carb lover? Carb fearer? Phoebe Lapine is here to arm us with knowledge to help us navigate the confusing world of carbs and help us enjoy one of the most loved (and misunderstood) foods. Phoebe is the food and health writer, chef, speaker, and voice behind the award-winning blog Feed Me Phoebe. She is the author of four books, including her acclaimed memoir, The Wellness Project, and recently published Carbivore: 130 Healthy Recipes to Stop Fearing Carbs and Embrace the Comfort Foods You Love. Join us as we chat about the biology behind carbs, how we can make carbs work for our bodies, and so much more! Check out Carbivore at https://www.carbivorecookbook.com Learn more about Phoebe at https://phoebelapine.com and https://feedmephoebe.com Follow Phoebe on Instagram: @phoebelapine Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/carbivore-with-phoebe-lapine

Pizza lovers, you're in for a treat!  In this episode of the Kitchen Confidante, we're chatting with Christy Alia of Real Clever Food. Christy is a dedicated pizzaiola (pizza maker), sourdough bread baker, instructor, recipe developer, and founder of #WomensPizzaMonth, a community and celebration behind the iconic pizza and the women in our lives. This year, she has teamed up with Corto Olive Co. and Stanislaus to help us celebrate at home and a scholarship opportunity to send aspiring women pizza makers to Pizza University. Whether you're a seasoned pizzaiola or just starting, join us as we chat about the importance of high-quality ingredients, how to make your best pizza yet, and Christy's dedication to the art of pizza making! Get your limited-edition Corto x Stanislaus Pizza Kit and apply for the Pizza Scholarship:  https://corto-olive.com/products/pizza-kit **Follow on Instagram: ** Christy @realcleverfood Corto Olive Co. @corto_olive Stanislaus @stanislaustomatoes Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/a-slice-of-inspiration-womens-pizza-month-with-christy-alia

In this sizzling episode of the Kitchen Confidante Podcast, join Liren as she sits down with the dynamic duo behind Air Frying Foodie, Rebecca Abbot and Jennifer West. These culinary innovators and authors of "Air Fryer All Day" dive deep into the world of air frying, sharing the secrets that turned their passion into a 2.5 million-member Easy Air Fryer Recipes Facebook community. From childhood cooking memories to becoming accidental business partners, Jen and Becky's story is a testament to the power of food, friendship, and the wonder of the air fryer! Discover how an air fryer can transform your kitchen routine, offering everything from crispy chicken wings to decadent cheesecakes, all with the ease of minimal prep and clean-up. Whether you're a seasoned air fryer aficionado or a curious newbie, this episode is packed with tips, tricks, and mouthwatering recipes that are sure to inspire your next mea! Learn more about Jen and Becky at https://airfryingfoodie.com Connect with Jen and Becky on Instagram @airfryingfoodie Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/air-frying-foodie-with-rebecca-abbot-and-jennifer-west

In this episode of the Kitchen Confidante Podcast, we're whisked into the vibrant world of modern Jewish cuisine with Micah Siva, a San Francisco-based chef, dietitian, and the creative mind behind the blog Nosh with Micah. Micah takes us on a culinary journey that blends the rich traditions of Jewish food with a plant-forward twist. She shares the charming story of her first cooking memory — making thimble cookies with her grandmother — and her path from culinary school to food blogging. Micah discusses her new book, "Nosh: Plant-Forward Recipes Celebrating Modern Jewish Cuisine," and the personal and cultural inspirations that fueled its creation. From vegan matzo ball soup challenges to creating carrot “lox,” Micah's passion for food and storytelling is as nourishing as the dishes she creates.  Discover more about Micah and her culinary adventures at https://www.noshwithmicah.com Follow Micah on Instagram: @noshwithmicah Get your copy of "Nosh" and explore more in the Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/nosh-plant-forward-jewish-recipes-with-micah-siva

In this week's episode of the Kitchen Confidante Podcast, we're digging into the transformative power of gardening with Brian Brigantti of Red Leaf Ranch. From city slicker to rural rancher, Brian shares his journey from the bustling streets of New York City to the serene pastures of Tennessee, where he cultivates not just a thriving veggie garden but also a life filled with abundance. We'll discuss his first book, "Gardening for Abundance," and how it intertwines practical gardening tips with profound life lessons. Join us as Brian reveals the first dish he ever cooked, the importance of biodiversity in the garden, and why everyone should embrace the soil beneath their feet. Plus, we'll get a peek into his kitchen habits, from his favorite emergency dinner to the joy of cooking with homegrown produce. Prepare to be inspired to plant seeds of change in your own life, both in and out of the garden. Learn more about Brian and Redleaf Ranch at https://www.redleafranch.com/ Follow Brian on Instagram: @redleafranch Pre-order Brian's upcoming book and discover more in the Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/gardening-for-abundance-with-brian-brigantti

Melting pots of flavors make the world more delicious, and Caribbean cuisine is a prime example with its rich history of delicious influences! In this week's episode, we chat with Althea Brown, a certified Whole30 coach and creator of the immensely popular blog Metemgee, where she shares recipes inspired by Guyanese traditions and Caribbean flavors. Born and raised in Guyana, Althea is now based in Denver, CO, where she found herself missing the flavors of home, which she shares with her audience, along with Carribean Whole30 and Paleo recipes. We chat about her first cookbook, Caribbean Paleo: 75 Wholesome Dishes Celebrating Tropical Cuisine and Culture, the remarkable women in her family who inspired it, and so much more. Learn more about Althea at https://metemgee.com Follow Althea on Instagram @metemgee  Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/carribean-paleo-with-althea-brown

There is a general understanding that whole grains is better for us, but do you really know why? Rose Wilde is here to help us demystify whole grains and think of baking in a whole new way. Rose is a former human rights lawyer turned chef, master food preserver, master gardener, and owner of the bakery, Red Bread. She wrote her first cookbook, Bread and Roses: 100+ Grain Forward Recipes featuring Global Ingredients and Botanicals - where she shares her joy for grain in a comprehensive guide with recipes inspired by her travels across the globe. In this episode we dive into the world of whole grains, the rich flavor profiles in ancient grains, incorporating blossoms into baking, and more! Learn more about Rose at https://www.eatredbread.com Follow Rose on Instagram @trosewilde and @RedBread Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/bread-and-roses-author-rose-wilde

Chances are you may have a gluten-free or gluten-sensitive eater in your life. While cooking gluten-free may feel challenging, Lindsay Cotter is here to help. Lindsay is the creator of the popular gluten-free recipe blog, Cotter Crunch, where she shares allergy-friendly recipes that help cooks thrive. As a nutrition specialist for sports nutrition and gluten-free eating, Lindsay has been featured in Shape magazine, Dr. Axe, Men's Health, and more. Her latest cookbook: The Gluten-Free Family Cookbook: Allergy-friendly Recipes for Everyone Around Your Table is available now, and makes eating gluten-free easy and delicious. Learn more about Lindsay at https://www.cottercrunch.com/ Follow Lindsay on Instagram: @cottercrunch Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/gluten-free-family-cooking-with-lindsay-cotter

If you've ever marveled at the artistry behind beautiful cakes, pastries, and pastries, the decadence is within reach with the guidance of Janani Elavazhagan. Janani is the baker, recipe developer, blogger, and immensely talented food photographer of the blog Skillet to Plate. Based in Portland, Oregon, Janani's stunning photography accompanies her simple recipes, which have led to her first cookbook, The Effortless Baker: Your Complete Step-by-Step Guide to Decadent, Showstopping Sweets and Treats. The Effortless Baker blends the best of Indian and classic American desserts, making traditional Indian sweets more accessible by integrating simple baking techniques. In this episode, we chat about her love of fusion baking, how she hones her photography craft, and some of the beautiful recipes in her new book.  Learn more about Janani at https://www.skillettoplate.com Follow Janani on Instagram: @skillettoplate Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/the-effortless-baker-with-janani-elavazhagan

Pour yourself a glass of wine and join me in my conversation with Jermaine Stone! Also known as the Wolf of Wine, Jermaine is a Bronx native who has crafted a career blending his two passions: hip hop and wine. After getting his start at Zachys Wine Auction, he founded Cru Love Selections, a wine branding and marketing agency dedicated to engaging hip-hop fans with the world of wine. He also hosts the podcast The Original Wine & Hip Hop. Now, he travels the country in Tastemade's newest series, Street Somm, exploring the stories behind the chefs and delicious foods in each city and sharing unique wine pairings.  Learn more about Jermaine at wineandhiphop.com and https://www.cruluvwine.com Follow Jermaine on Instagram: @realwolfofwine Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/hip-hop-and-wine-street-somm-with-jermaine-stone

In this episode, we chat with writer, anthologist, and editor Jacqueline Chio-Lauri. Born in the Philippines and now based in Manchester, England Jackie's work includes the highly acclaimed book The New Filipino Kitchen: Stories and Recipes from around the Globe, as well as publications in anthologies, academic papers, and global media sites. She is back with her newest anthology, We Cook Filipino: Heart-Healthy Recipes and Inspiring Stories from Filipino Food Personalities and Award-Winning Chefs. This book presents the vibrant food culture of the Philippines through the lens of heart-healthy cooking in stories and recipes from 36 culinary trailblazers from around the globe. In this conversation, we are joined by some of the contributing authors, including Cynthia Cherish Malaran, Will Mordido, Kathy Vega Hardy, Cheryl Baun, Paolo Mendoza, and myself. I am honored to be a contributing author to this book, and I am excited to share this extraordinary book and episode of the podcast with you today, which marks We Cook Filipino's official release. Order We Cook Filipino on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3PQYkaS (affiliate link) Learn more about our guests: Jacqueline Chio-Lauri https://myfoodbeginnings.com Cynthia Cherish Malaran https://djcherishtheluv.com Will Mordido http://www.willmordido.com Kathy Vega Hardy https://www.atasteofthephilippines.com Cheryl Baun and Paolo Mendoza https://karenderyany.com Follow our guests on Instagram: Jacqueline Chio-Lauri @myfoodbeginnings Cynthia Cherish Malaran @djcherishtheluv Will Mordido @will.mordido Kathy Vega Hardy @tasteofthephilippines Cheryl Baun and Paolo Mendoza @karenderya_ny Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/redefining-filipino-food-with-jacqueline-chio-lauri-and-the-contributing-authors-of-we-cook-filipino

Gather 'round for storytime! In this episode, we chat with Sophia Lee and Christine Almeda — Sophia is the author of Holding On and Soaring Saturdays, and her first book, What Things Mean, won the Grand Prize at the 2014 Scholastic Asian Book Awards. Christine is a freelance illustrator and has worked with clients such as Scholastic, HarperCollins, The New York Times, Eater, and more. Together, they are the author and illustrator of Lolo's Sari-sari Store, a heartwarming children's book that celebrates community, connection, and Filipino culture. Learn more about Sophia at  https://www.sophialeewrites.com/ Follow Sophia on Instagram: @sophianleewrites https://www.instagram.com/sophianleewrites/ Learn more about Christine at  https://www.christinealmeda.com/ Follow Christine on Instagram: @eychristine https://www.instagram.com/eychristine/ Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/lolos-sari-sari-store-with-sophia-lee-and-christine-almeda

October marks Filipino-American History Month, and I can't think of a better way to honor the legacy of Filipinos in the United States and the Philippines than by welcoming my friend Elizabeth Ann Besa-Quirino in this episode. Betty Ann is an award-winning journalist, food writer, correspondent, cookbook author, artist, and the voice behind the food site The Quirino Kitchen, where she shares Filipino home cooking. She is a multi-award winner of the_ Plaridel Writing Awards_ for excellence in journalism, given by the Philippine-American Press Club, and is the recipient of a Doreen Gamboa Fernandez Food Writing Award for her essay, “A Hundred Mangoes in A Bottle.” She was named one of the Filipina Women's Network's 100 Most Influential Women of the World. In this episode, we discuss her recently published memoir, Every Ounce of Courage, where she chronicles an untold story of one of the unsung heroes of World War II — her mother, Lulu Reyes, during a frightening period of Filipino - and worldwide - history.  Learn more about Elizabeth Ann at https://thequirinokitchen.com Follow Elizabeth Ann on Instagram: @bettyannquirino Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/every-ounce-of-courage-with-elizabeth-ann-besa-quirino

If you've ever been to Utah, chances are you've been to Kneaders Bakery & Café. In this episode, we chat with Colleen Worthington -- more than 25 years ago, Colleen and her husband Gary pursued their passion for artisanal bread baking and opened their first bakery in Orem, Utah. Kneaders has grown to over 50 locations spanning Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, Texas, and Utah, and so has the Kneaders family behind the scenes. Colleen recently released a cookbook, Kneaders Bakery & Cafe: A Celebration of Our Best Recipes and Memories, to celebrate this milestone. In this episode, we chat about some of their beloved recipes, from deep-fried scones with pie filling to the secrets behind Nana's pumpkin pie. We also talk about some of the people who have become part of the Kneaders family in more ways than one. Learn more about Kneaders Bakery & Café at https://www.kneaders.com/ Follow Kneaders Bakery & Café on Instagram: @kneaders Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/kneaders-bakery-cafe-celebrating-25-years-with-colleen-worthington

Saddle up and join me as I chat with Elizabeth Poett, the star of Magnolia Network's Ranch to Table, where she shares life as a seventh-generation cattle rancher on her family's historic 14,000-acre cattle ranch on California's Central Coast. Elizabeth recently published The Ranch Table, which shares recipes from a year on the ranch, from harvests, celebrations, and family dinners. In this episode, we chat about life on the ranch - from what it was like to grow up in Rancho San Julian to how she now is a steward of the land and her family's legacy - how it is preserved in her new book, The Ranch Table, and more! Learn more about Elizabeth at https://theranchtable.com/ Follow Elizabeth on Instagram: @Elizabethpoett Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/the-ranch-table-with-elizabeth-poett

Let's pack our bags, hit the road, and eat our way through some amazing cities with Frankie Celenza! Frankie is the Emmy® Award Winning Culinary Host of the hit series Struggle Meals and Frankie Cooks. He recently launched a new mouthwatering food travel series on Tastemade - Worth the Hype, where he explores local food scenes and communities in cities like LA, New York, Austin, and more, airing every Wednesday at 7 pm on the Tastemade streaming channel. In this episode, we discuss some of his favorite food travel memories, what makes a place “worth the hype,” the chefs he has met, their unique stories, and more! Learn more about Frankie at http://www.frankiecelenza.com Follow Frankie on Instagram: @frankiecooks Watch Worth the Hype on the Tastemade streaming channel. Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/worth-the-hype-with-frankie-celenza

This episode welcomes David Garci-Aguirre, Master Miller for Corto Olive Company. Much like a winemaker, David ensures Corto's 100% California Extra Virgin Olive Oil adheres to rigorous flavor and freshness requirements while maintaining a full-bodied and dynamic flavor profile. Under David's direction, Corto won 30 olive oil competition medals in 2021 alone, including seven gold. In this episode, we chat about what the role of Master Miller entails, what makes the best quality olive oil, olive oil tips and myths, and so much more. Try Corto Olive Company's Virtual Tasting Experience. Learn more about Corto Olive Co. at https://corto-olive.com Follow Corto Olive Co. on Instagram @corto_olive Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/olive-oil-secrets-corto-olive-oil-david-garci-aguirre

Episode Notes Grace Lin is a New York Times bestselling author and illustrator whose vibrant children's books honor her Chinese heritage with her colorful storytelling. She won the Newbery Honor for “Where the Mountain Meets the Moon” and the Theodor Geisel Honor for “Ling and Ting.” Her novel “When the Sea Turned to Silver” was a National Book Award Finalist, and her picture book, “A Big Mooncake for Little Star” was awarded the Caldecott Honor. In this episode, we talk about her latest book, Chinese Menu: The History, Myths, and Legends Behind Your Favorite Foods, where she shares the tales behind iconic dishes we have all grown to love! Learn more about Grace at https://gracelin.com Follow Grace on Instagram: @paceylin Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/chinese-menu-grace-lin

Natalie Keng is the founder and CEO of Global Hearth and the creator of an award-winning line of Georgia-grown, Asian-inspired sauces that are based on old family recipes and feature natural ingredients, which have given her the nickname The Sauce Maven. She recently published her memoir cookbook, Egg Rolls & Sweet Tea, tracing her journey as a first-generation Chinese-American growing up in the Deep South. In this episode, we discuss creating traditional Chinese dishes with local Southern ingredients, the culinary tradition in Georgia, how she marries these two cultures in her cookbook, and more! Learn more about Natalie at nataliekeng.com and globalhearth.com Follow Natalie on Instagram: @thesaucemaven Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/egg-rolls-sweet-tea-with-natalie-keng

Dale Talde is the host of All Up In My Grill on the Tastemade streaming channel. No stranger to television, Dale is a three-time chef-testant and a familiar face on Top Chef and has also competed & served as a judge on Chopped, Iron Chef America, Knife Flight, and Beat Bobby Flay. Off screen, Dale is the restaurateur behind former restaurants TALDE, Massoni, and Rice & Gold. After launching Food Crush Hospitality with his life partner Agnes Chung, he opened his first concept restaurant, Goosefeather, in Westchester County, NY, which pays tribute to the cuisine of Hong Kong. In this episode, we chat about the 3rd season of All Up in My Grill, harnessing Filipino flavors in his cooking, and hands-on tips for better grilling. Tune in to All Up in My Grill on the Tastemade streaming channel. Learn more about Dale at https://foodcrushhospitality.com Follow Dale on Instagram: @daletalde Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/all-up-in-my-grill-with-dale-talde

Samantha Ferraro is the creator of The Little Ferraro Kitchen, where the diversity of her Sephardic heritage, her love for global flavors, and the places she has lived, spanning from Brooklyn, the Big Island of Hawaii, Southern California, and now, the Pacific Northwest, shines in the food she shares, whether it's on her website, media appearances, or publications. In 2019, Samantha released her debut cookbook, The Weeknight Mediterranean Kitchen, inspiring countless cooks to bring a taste of the Mediterranean into their own kitchens. She's back with a new cookbook, One-Pot Mediterranean, making weeknight cooking with Mediterranean flavors even simpler! In this episode, we chat about her heritage, cooking by "feeling," the versatility of Mediterranean and one-pot cooking, and more! Learn more about Samantha at https://littleferrarokitchen.com/ Follow Samantha on Instagram: @ferrarokitchen Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/one-pot-mediterranean-cooking-with-samantha-ferraro

In the summer of 2022, Linda Skeens won dozens of ribbons at the Virginia-Kentucky District Fair. From a clean sweep of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place for best cookies to awards for Best Cake, Best Pie, Best Brownies, Best Overall Baked Good, and more - she was a force to contend with. It didn't stop there. She also won in multiple savory categories, including canned tomatoes, pickled peppers, spaghetti sauce, and another clean sweep of all three embroidery categories. In this episode, Liren talks to Linda about her life and family in Appalachia, her long history with county fairs, and her book, Blue Ribbon Kitchen: Recipes and Tips from America's Favorite County Fair Champion. Learn more about Linda at http://lindaskeensblueribbon.com/ Follow Linda on Instagram: @lindaskeensblueribbon Follow Linda on TikTok: @lindaskeensblueribbon Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/americas-favorite-county-fair-champion-linda-skeens

Jessie-Sierra Ross is the voice of the cooking and home entertaining blog, Straight to the Hips, Baby, where she shares approachable food for every home cook. A native Bostonian and former professional ballerina and ballet coach, Jessie-Sierra now embraces the farm-to-table life in the Berkshires, sharing this creative adventure with her husband, Jonathan, which has expanded beyond the blog to television appearances, lectures, big-brand collaborations, and more. Learn more about Jessie-Sierra at https://straighttothehipsbaby.com Follow Jessie-Sierra on Instagram: @straighttothehipsbaby Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/creating-food-content-for-television-with-jessie-sierra-ross

Ed Mitchell has been cooking whole hog barbecue since he was a teenager, but it wasn't until his mid-40s that life steered him to devote his life to the tradition when he founded the famed Mitchell's Ribs, Chicken & Bar-B-Q in North Carolina. His son Ryan brought his background in finance to the family business; after eight years working in commercial and investment banking, he returned to his roots in BBQ to work with his father. As the family business grew, so did their reputation. Ed has cooked all over the world, including at the James Beard House in New York, and has featured on several television series, including Michael Pollan's “Cooked” on Netflix, Anthony Bourdain's “A Cooks Tour,” and “Beat Bobby Flay.” The family restaurant has transitioned to The Preserve, which opens this summer in Raleigh, and Ed's sauces and rubs - True Made Foods, are available at stores nationwide. In this episode, Ed and Ryan chat about the history of whole-hog barbecue and their cookbook, Ed Mitchell's Barbeque, which celebrates the tradition of whole-hog barbecue. Learn more about Ed and Ryan Mitchell at https://www.thepitmasteredmitchell.com Follow Ryan on Instagram: @bbqprince1031 Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/whole-hog-barbeque-with-ed-mitchell-and-ryan-mitchell Ed Mitchell's Recipe for Watermelon Sweet Tea: https://kitchenconfidante.com/watermelon-sweet-tea

Nisha Vora is a plant-based chef, food blogger, and author of the cookbook "The Vegan Instant Pot Cookbook." With a passion for healthy and delicious meals, Nisha has built a loyal following on social media and her website and YouTube channel, Rainbow Plant Life, where she shares her insights on plant-based cooking and tips for creating flavorful meals, with an audience of over 1 million subscribers. In this episode, we discuss trading her career in law for one in culinary, how it helps her with recipe development and content creation, her path to vegan cooking, how the Instant Pot improves vegan cooking, and more! Learn more about Nisha at https://rainbowplantlife.com. Follow Nisha on Instagram: @rainbowplantlife Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/vegan-instant-pot-cooking-with-nisha-vora Nisha's recipe for Instant Pot Mixed Berry Compote: https://kitchenconfidante.com/mixed-berry-compote-instant-pot

Anna Olson is the professionally trained chef and host of Food Network's Bake with Anna Olson and the popular Oh Yum with Anna Olson channel on YouTube. Anna also shares her baking expertise as the author of 10 best-selling and awarded-winning cookbooks. She has released her latest book, Baking Wisdom: The Complete Guide: Everything You Need to Know to Make You a Better Baker. This episode discusses Baking Wisdom, troubleshooting baking blunders, her love for Eastern European desserts, and more! Learn more about Anna at Oh Yum with Anna Olson channel Follow Anna on Instagram: @chefannaolson https://www.instagram.com/chefannaolson/ Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/anna-olsons-baking-wisdom Anna's Blueberry and Greek Yogurt Breakfast Galette: https://kitchenconfidante.com/blueberry-and-greek-yogurt-breakfast-galette

Episode Notes Nancy Singleton Hachisu is a California native and Stanford alumnus who moved to Japan in 1988 to live in rural Saitama prefecture with her husband, a Japanese farmer. A James Beard Award-winning food writer, Nancy is the author of 4 cookbooks and frequently appears in Japanese print and television media. You may have seen her on Netflix's Salt Fat Acid Heat. Nancy's latest book, Japan: The Vegetarian Cookbook, is a follow-up to the global best seller, Japan: The Cookbook, and showcases the elegant simplicity of Japanese vegetarian dishes. In this episode, Nancy and Liren discuss her newest cookbook, a sense of spirituality and connection with vegetables, the finer points of tempura, and more! Learn more about Nancy at https://www.nancysingletonhachisu.com Follow Nancy on Instagram: @nancyhachisu

Pailin Chongchitnant is the best-selling and award-winning author of Hot Thai Kitchen and the creator and host of Pailin's Kitchen on YouTube! Born and raised in Thailand, Pailin is now based in Vancouver, Canada, where, as a professionally trained chef, she has made it her mission to show everyone how to create authentic Thai dishes, wherever they may be. She is out with a new book, Sabai: 100 Simple Thai Recipes for Any Day of the Week. In this episode, we chat about the authenticity of chicken satay, what makes a Thai meal balanced, what it means to cook "sabai," and more! Learn more about Pailin at https://hot-thai-kitchen.com and watch her on YouTube at Pailin's Kitchen. Follow Pai on Instagram: @hotthaikitchen Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/sabai-100-simple-thai-recipes-with-pailin-chongchitnant Pai's Mango Coconut Tapioca Pudding

Gesine Bullock-Prado is a celebrated pastry chef, instructor, and author who shares baking wisdom on her Food Network show, Baked in Vermont. Gesine has written six books on baking and recently released her newest book, this time embracing savory recipes, A Vermont Table: Recipes for All Six Seasons. In this episode, we chat about the six (!) seasons of Vermont, cooking and baking with maple syrup, tackling a cookbook with savory recipes, and more! Learn more about Gesine at https://www.gesine.com/ Follow Gesine on Instagram: @gesinebp Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/my-vermont-table-with-gesine-bullock-prado Gesine's Bavarian Pretzels: https://kitchenconfidante.com/bavarian-pretzels

Susan Gravely is the founder and CEO of Vietri, a lifestyle brand offering handcrafted Italian tabletop and home and garden accessories. Her love for handpainted dinnerware started after a trip to the Amalfi coast with her mother and sister in 1983 - and when they returned home, they built Vietri to share this beautiful craft. Vietri has since become the largest importer of Italian ceramics in the US. To celebrate the company's 40th anniversary, Susan has written a memoir and cookbook: Italy on a Plate: Travels, Memories, Menus, and in this episode, we chat about her book, the friendships and partnerships in Italy that have made Veitri so successful, the parallels between Italian and Southern hospitality, and more! Learn more about Vietri at https://www.vietri.com and Susan Gravely at https://susangravely.com. Follow Vietri on Instagram: @vietriinc Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/italy-on-a-plate-with-vietri-founder-susan-gravely Tita Bosio's recipe for Carrot and Zucchini Strudel.

Karista Bennett is a recipe developer, former culinary instructor, photographer, and the author of The Oregon Farm Table Cookbook. Her recipes have been featured in Home by Design, Hobby Farms, and she recently released a new book, For the Love of Seafood: 100 Flawless, Flavorful Recipes That Anyone Can Cook. In this episode, we talk about her surprising love story with seafood, the coastal cities she has called home, and her travels that inspired the flavors in her book. Learn more about Karista at https://karistabennett.com Follow Karistsa on Instagram: @karista_bennett_author Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/for-the-love-of-seafood-with-karista-bennett

Maggie Zhu founded the popular blog Omnivore's Cookbook in 2013, sharing traditional Chinese and Chinese American dishes with approachable recipes for western kitchens. Her recipes reflect her cooking journey from her native Beijing to her current kitchen in New York. More recently, Maggie has been enjoying a more plant-based diet and published her first cookbook, Chinese Homestyle: Everyday Plant-based recipes for takeout, dim sum, noodles & more. In this episode, we chat about how she was inspired by Chinese Buddhist cuisine, her experience recreating traditional dishes for plant-forward eaters, special tips and ingredients to add extra flavor, and more! Learn more about Maggie at https://omnivorescookbook.com Follow Maggie on Instagram: @omnivorescookbook Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/chinese-homestyle-with-maggie-zhu Maggie's Stir Fried String Beans with Tofu in Black Bean Sauce: https://kitchenconfidante.com/stir-fried-string-beans-with-tofu-in-black-bean-sauce

Sisters Patrizia and Graziella Pasqualetti represent generations of tradition in the art of Italian gelato. The renowned Gelateria Pasqualetti was founded by their father Giuseppe in Orvieto, Italy, where they share their passion and love for good ingredients with every gelato flavor they produce. Patrizia brought this passion and generations of gelato expertise to California. As the former master gelatiere at Gio Gelato, Patrizia's artisanal creations can now be found in Eataly Silicon Valley and Los Angeles. Graziella meanwhile, holds down the fort in Italy with the locations that have expanded beyond Umbria. Learn more about Patrizia at Eataly at https://www.eataly.com/us_en/stores/silicon-valley/silicon-valley-counters/il-gelato-silicon-valley/ Learn more about Gelateria Pasqualetti at https://www.ilgelatodipasqualetti.com/en/ Follow Patrizia on Instagram: @patrizia_pasqualetti Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/traditional-italian-gelato-with-california-ingredients-with-patrizia-pasqualetti

Molly Chester and her filmmaker husband, John, left the urban jungle of LA to purchase and rehabilitate a neglected piece of land northwest of the city into a lush, biodynamic farm. They shared the inspiring process, along with the struggles and its success, in the award-winning documentary, The Biggest Little Farm. Apricot Lane Farms has since expanded to 234 thriving acres, where they continue to research, restore, educate, grow, and inspire. Molly recently published The Apricot Lane Farms Cookbook, which brings the farm's bounty to all of us! In this episode, we chat about how human gut health and soil health are interconnected, the importance of biodiversity on the farm, and how the farm comes to life in the cookbook. Learn more about Apricot Lane Farms at https://www.apricotlanefarms.com/ Follow Apricot Lane Farms on Instagram: @apricotlanefarms Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/apricot-lane-farms-with-molly-chester

Vicky Bennison is the creator of the immensely popular - and endearing - Pasta Grannies. What began in 2014 as a channel on YouTube filming grandmothers making pasta by hand in their Italian kitchens has since grown to a following of over 2 million over social media, and her first book, Pasta Grannies: The Official Cookbook, which was the recipient of a James Beard Award. She is back with a second book, Pasta Grannies: Comfort Cooking. In this episode, we chat about the nonnas and the traditional regional dishes they share, their secrets to staying young and active, and what the next generation of pasta makers in Italy will look like. Learn more about Pasta Grannies at https://www.pastagrannies.com/ Watch Pasta Grannies on YouTube. Follow Vicky Bennison @vickybennison and Pasta Grannies @pastagrammies on Instagram Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/comfort-cooking-with-pasta-grannies

Sarah Koszyk is a Registered Dietitian & Sports Nutritionist based in San Francisco, specializing in sports nutrition, weight management, and digestive and skin health. In her private practice, she works with clients all over the world, which includes everyone from tech firm CEOs and employees to families and professional elite athletes. Sarah is also the co-founder and formulator of MIJA, a wellness superfood company. In this episode, we chat about how elite athletes and fitness enthusiasts can boost their performance through nutrition, brain health, how superfoods can help our skin, and more! Learn more about Sarah at https://sarahkoszyk.com/ and MIJA at https://mijanaturals.com/ Follow Sarah on Instagram: @sarahkoszyk Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/sports-nutrition-with-sarah-koszyk

Mary Ann Esposito is the creator and host of the nationally televised PBS series Ciao Italia and the author of numerous cookbooks, including her most recent, Ciao Italia, Plant, Harvest, Cook! In her latest book, Mary Ann shares tips for anyone interested in growing their vegetables and cooking them Italian style. Join us on this episode, where we chat about Ciao Italia's longevity as the longest-running television cooking series, her home garden with her husband Guy, the family feud between her two nonnas and eggplant parmesan, and more! Learn more about Mary Ann at www.ciaoitalia.com Follow Mary Ann on Instagram: @ciaoitaliashow Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/plant-harvest-cook-with-mary-ann-esposito

Molly Gilbert is a sheet pan queen! The creator of the site Dunk & Crumble, Molly is a professionally trained pastry chef, with culinary and pastry training from the French Culinary Institute and experience as a private chef, a chocolatier, and the SAVEUR Magazine test kitchen. Her first two books - One Pan & Done and Sheet Pan Suppers - embrace simple meals that go from oven to table. She's back with a third book, Sheet Pan Sweets: Simple, Streamlined Dessert Recipes! In this episode, we chat about her love of sheet pan cooking and baking, what makes the perfect sheet pan, and all her best cooking and baking tips! Learn more about Molly at http://www.dunkandcrumble.com Follow Molly on Instagram: @mollydunkncrumb Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/sheet-pan-sweets-molly-gilbert

Bri Beaudoin is the creator of the food blog, Evergreen Kitchen, where she shares delicious, crowd-pleasing vegetarian recipes. As a recipe developer, certified holistic nutritionist, and food stylist, Bri runs Evergreen Kitchen with her husband, Anguel Dimov - sharing the food that inspires them in Vancouver, British Columbia. In this interview, we chat about Bri's first cookbook, Evergreen Kitchen: Weeknight Vegetarian Dinners for Everyone, what it's like to work as a husband and wife team, the secret to a good vegetarian congee, and more! Learn more about Bri at https://evergreenkitchen.ca Follow Bri on Instagram: @evergreenkitchen Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/evergreen-kitchen-with-bri-beaudoin

In this episode, I am on location in Santa Paula, California at the Calavo Growers headquarters, where I had the unique opportunity to learn firsthand how the Calavo family of growers has been providing us with avocados for nearly 100 years! In addition to my very personal tour of the groves, processing plant, and ripening facilities, I sat down with Calavo CEO, Brian Kocher, to learn all about how they grow, harvest, package, and distribute avocados all over the world! We also chat about how Calavo has grown from the original family of growers since 1924, the other produce and ready-to-eat items Calavo distributes, his favorite way to enjoy avocados, and more! If you love avocados as much as I do, this episode is a must-listen! Learn more about Calavo at https://calavo.com Follow Calavo on Instagram: @calavogrowers Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/all-things-avocado-with-calavo-growers

Join me in welcoming my son, Carsten, into the studio, for the 2022 #AskMeAnything episode! We pick up where we left off from last year's Ask Me Anything episode with my daughter, and tackle your questions from Instagram! Technically it was an #AskUsAnything episode! We chat about all the topics you are curious about, from staying young (!?), raising a competitive cyclist, my son's favorite food memory, what it's like to be the child of a food content creator, our holiday baking tradition, and more! Related Episodes: #AskMeAnything Q&A with Liren (Plus Meet my Daughter!)

Episode Notes We welcome back award-winning, international food and travel writer Sylvie Bigar to the show to chat about her recently released memoir, Cassoulet Confessions, Food, France, Family, and the Stew That Saved My Soul. In this episode, Sylvie talks to host Liren Baker about how cassoulet has become a beloved dish in France, how she immersed herself in Carcassonne with her mentor and cassoulet master, Chef Eric Garcia, her beloved father, and more! Learn more about Sylvie Bigar at https://sbigar.com Follow Sylvie Bigar on Instagram: @sylviebigar Podcast show notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/cassoulet-confessions-with-sylvie-bigar

Episode Notes Tara Bench is a veteran in the food publishing and magazine industry, and a trained chef. She has over 20 years of experience, with prominent roles as Food Editor at Martha Stewart Living and Food Director at the Ladies' Home Journal, and is also known for her site, Tara Teaspoon. She is celebrating the release of her new book, Delicious Gatherings: Recipes to Celebrate Together.   In this episode, Tara shares all about cooking with her mom growing up, her career as a food stylist and now book author and blogger, and the inspiration behind her new book. Learn more about Tara at https://tarateaspoon.com Follow Tara on Instagram: @tarateaspoon

Chef Ariel Fox is best known as the winner of Hell's Kitchen in season 18 and as a guest judge on Food Network's Beat Bobby Flay. Off-screen, she is the Regional Vice President of Culinary for Landry's at Dos Caminos and Del Friscos. She recently released her latest book: Spice Kitchen: Healthy Latin and Caribbean Cuisine.   In this episode, Chef Ariel shares all about her worldly culinary upbringing and the vibrant, adaptable recipes in her new book. Follow Chef Ariel Fox on Instagram: @chefarielfox

Episode Notes If anyone can get even the staunchest doubter excited about veggies, leave it to Australian food writer, broadcaster, and television host, Alice Zaslavsky. Alice is the resident Culinary Correspondent on ABC News Breakfast, the host of ABC Radio Sunday Drive and numerous Australian food shows, and the writer of the best-selling and award-winning cookbook, In Praise of Veg: The Ultimate Cookbook for Vegetable Lovers. In this episode, she chats with host Liren Baker about her secrets to enjoying vegetables (for both kids and grown-ups!), the importance of color, the hot veggies of the moment, and more! Learn more about Alice Zaslavsky at https://www.aliceinframes.com Follow Alice Zaslavsky on Instagram: @aliceinframes

Episode Notes Since 2012, Nicole Cardone and Deborah Gorman have been on a mission to give sorbet the respect it deserves. As the cofounders of SorBabes, they're out to revolutionize the way we think of sorbet with their bold flavors and creamy sorbet bars! In this episode, Nicole and Deborah share what makes SorBabes such a unique frozen treat, the inspiration behind their flavors, and their wisdom for women entrepreneurs. Learn more about SorBabes at https://www.sorbabes.com Follow SorBabes on Instagram: @sorbabes Podcast show notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/redefining-sorbet-with-sorbabes-founders-nicole-cardone-and-deborah-gorman

Episode Notes Vedika Luthra is the creator of the food blog and popular YouTube channel, Hot Chocolate Hits. Born in India, Vedika was raised in Poland and later moved to the Netherlands where she pursues postgraduate studies in law. Vedika's first cookbook, 52 Weeks, 52 Sweets: Elegant Recipes for all Occasions, was released last year and offers tasty treats every week of the year! In this episode, Vedika shares the inspiration behind her book, how she built her YouTube channel, how she harnesses the power of spices in baking, and more! Learn more about Vedika on http://hotchocolatehits.com Follow Vedika on Instagram @hotchocolatehits

Episode Notes In this episode, we peel the curtain on the world of food blogging with Christine Pittman of the site Cook the Story. With over 2 million monthly readers, Cook the Story is one of the top-ranked food blogs in the world. Christine doesn't stop there, however! She manages another site, The Cookful, and is also busy as the host of two podcasts – Time Management Insider (TMI) and Recipe of the Day. Learn how Christine balances it all! Find Christine at: Cook the Story The Cookful Time Management Insider (TMI) Podcast Recipe of the Day Podcast Follow Christine Pittman on Instagram: @cookthestory