Seattle Kitchen

Chef Bridget Charters shares the vibrant flavors and traditions of Turkish cuisine // We celebrate fall squash with Frank Genzale Jr., President of Charlie’s Produce Seattle // We’re getting a jump on Thanksgiving with Tom’s newly released Hot Stove class // In honor of National Seafood Month, Katie Gatto from Keyport dives deep into the world of Alaskan king crab as part of our Seafood 101 series // Eliza Ward from Chef Shop leads us on a craft chocolate tasting journey // Christina Wood, chef and owner of Temple Pastries, introduces her new book Pastry Temple: Baking with Inspired Flavors

We’re celebrating 25 years on KIRO Radio – a milestone built on stories, flavor, and community! // Amy Pennington - writer, author, and former producer – shares smart, seasonal strategies for preserving the fall harvest // Eric Tanaka, managing director of TD & Co., reflects on our shared journey and the shifting landscape of the restaurant world over the past 30+ years // Leslie Kelly, food & travel writer, brings tales from her culinary road trips // We hear from a few of our listeners – thank you for being part of the ride // And of course, we’ll wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought: Tasty Trivia!

Joel Gamoran, CEO of Home Made, joins us to explore how cooking shows have evolved—and how chef creators are reshaping food media // We dish on butternut squash: bold flavors, cozy tips, and kitchen inspiration // James Shakelford, CEO of Lifelong, shares their mission and previews next week’s Dining out for Life event // What makes the perfect madeleine? We crack the shell on this French classic // Jesse Parker, Master Blender at Doc Swinson’s, pours us a taste of American whiskey tradition and innovation // And of course, we’ll wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought: Tasty Trivia!!

Pan-Seared Steaks and Sauce Pairings // Jacques Pépin turns 90, and he’s still whisking up opportunity. He and Rollie Wesen join us to talk about their foundation - its mission: to improve lives through culinary education // We celebrate National Cheeseburger Day with Eric Tanaka  // Gloria Hatcher-Mays of the Rainier Valley Food Bank and chef-author Becky Selengut share their work and culinary advocacy // We build a Harvest Season Supper – course by course // What’s In Your Fridge? We make dinner from your fridge confessions // And of course, we’ll wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought: Tasty Trivia!

We preserve the flavor of summer with a batch of vibrant basil pesto // Jillian Moore of Mom’s Micro Garden shares the big impact of tiny greens // Shawna Perez of Sasquatch Family Farms brings pork, lamb, and a mission to nourish land, animals, and community // Deborah Tuggle, President of Bite Me Cookies, shares the bold spirit behind her sweet empire // We dive into Paella – with crispy socarrat and Pacific Northwest bounty // We steam things up with a look at when – and why – to use a bamboo steamer // And of course, we’ll wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought: Tasty Trivia!

We toast fregola - Italian pasta pearls with a nutty bite // Celebrate the height of Washington sweet corn season // Gear up for a Labor Day cookout // Dylan Joffe, owner of Little Thing on Beacon Hill, shares the charm of independent wine shops and thoughtfully curated bottles // We delve into savory Italian pastries with chef Bridget Charters // The Hot Stove Society Tasting Panel churns through a delicious debate: butter // And of course, we’ll wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought: Tasty Trivia!

Sean Hartley, Operations Director of TD & Co., shares the craft behind a perfect tonic // Chefs Matt Fortner and Annie Elmore stir things up with their upcoming class, Cooking, Drinking, & Cursing  // We celebrate the peak of tomato season—juicy, ripe, and irresistible // Food and travel writer Leslie Kelly dishes on the latest in the local food scene // Hot Stove Society’s Rasyidah Rosli and cookbook author Patricia Tanumihardja share Indonesian cooking techniques from Pat’s latest book in their upcoming class, Mortar & Pestle // The Hot Stove Tasting Panel takes on a juicy debate: What’s the best ground meat for burgers? // And we wrap things up with Food for Thought: Tasty Trivia!

Leftover Salmon Reimagined: A fresh take on yesterday’s fish // Mother-son authors Jyoti and Auyon Mukharji share their new book Heartland Masala: An Indian Cookbook from an American Kitchen // Explore the world of amaro: Jamie Hunt of Fast Penny Spirits on bitters, bottles, and bold flavors // Summer Taco Party: Chef Eric Tanaka helps us build the ultimate spread // NW Summer Chanterelles: Pacific golden mushrooms and how to cook with them // Multicourse Summer Supper: A seasonal menu roundtable // And of course, we’ll wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought: Tasty Trivia!!

It’s peak season for Washington melons – small, sweet, and full of flavor // We’re talking summer skewers – grilled meats, seafood, and more // We dive into the world of crunchy, satisfying lettuce wraps // David Burger, Executive Director of Steward Partners, joins us to preview Feast on the Farm, coming up this September // Chef Danae McLaughlin dishes on what the Hot Stove Sisters have in store // Alex and Peter Apostolopoulos from Hellenika Cultured Creamery at Pike Place Market stop by with their live churning cart // And of course, we’ll wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought: Tasty Trivia!!

Demystify the art of soufflé // Celebrate the classic French dish ratatouille – perfect for summer produce // Dive into Washington’s stone fruit season with apricots, peaches, and plums // Father-daughter duo David and Ariel Holcomb share their passion for crafting heirloom-quality tools and homeware through Holcomb Studio // Chefs Annie & Danae dish on what the Hot Stove Sisters have in store // Chef Eric Tanaka stops by to talk okonomiyaki—Japan’s beloved savory pancake  // And of course, we’ll wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought: Tasty Trivia!

Loretta shares tales from Prosser Farm // We dish on staff meals – and how they fuel restaurant camaraderie and culinary inspiration // We dive into Tom’s Tuscan Bread Salad // We chat Auction of Washington Wines with Jamie Peha and winemaker Jean-Francois Pellet of Pepper Bridge Winery and Amavi Cellars // Chef Danae McLaughlin brings bold flavor with Jamaican dishes // Rachel Belle returns, tackling the great condiment conundrum – fridge or pantry // And as always, we wrap things up with Food for Thought: Tasty Trivia!

The Hot Stove Society Tasting Panel dives into creamy buffalo milk mozzarella // Patricia Gray from the Pike Place Market Foundation and Chef Traci Calderon of Atrium Kitchen join us to chat about this year’s Sunset Supper at Pike Place Market // Tom shares his process and passion behind homemade miso // Brady Ishiwata Williams, chef-owner of Tomo in White Center, reveals how intention and simplicity shape his Japanese-American cuisine // We explore “the Art of Crafting a Dish” // Chef Makini Howell returns with her new retail venture: pre-pressed and pre-seasoned Makini’s Tofu // And of course, we’ll wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought: Tasty Trivia!!

We dive into summertime aquachile with Josh Green, executive chef at Half Shell and Mr. Fish // Tina Fahnbulleh, chef-owner of Gold Coast Ghal Kitchen, takes us on a flavorful journey into West African cuisine // Wendy Monroe of Westwind Organics at Griffin Creek Farm joins us to talk // Feast on the Farm and talk summer produce // Yuliya Wilson, owner of West Coast Dumpling, shares her love of stuffed dough - from pelmeni and pierogi to piroshki // The Hot Stove Society Tasting Panel tackles fresh mozzarella // Sean De Tore, our longtime editor at KIRO, stirs things up with a culinary quandary // And of course, we’ll wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought: Tasty Trivia!

In honor of Bastille Day coming up on July 14 – we’re celebrating with summer fruit clafoutis and silky custard tarts // Seunghoon Lee, chef-owner of OMNI Korean Cuisine & BBQ shares his take on flavor, fire, and fermentation // We dig into the world of fried chicken // Eliza Ward of ChefShop returns with peak-season Washington cherries -and tips on how to use them // We take a trip to Provence with a look at classic bouillabaisse and the role of rouille //Zane and Duke Dunham of NoWhere Foods introduce their non-alcoholic terroir craft beverages – plus a taste of whiskey barrel-aged maple syrup // And of course, we’ll wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought: Tasty Trivia!!

The Hot Stove Society Tasting Panel tackles hot dogs // Nathan Lockwood, chef-owner of Carrello and Altura, joins us to talk about hyperlocal meat, vegetables, herbs, and flowers // We’ll delve into elevated summer pastas // Jeff Koehler shares his new book: The Spanish Mediterranean Islands Cookbook // We explore the role of eggs in Spanish cooking // Bryan Vietmeier joins us to celebrate the reopening of Take 5 Urban Market in Ballard // And of course, we’ll wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought: Tasty Trivia!

Dive into the joys of grilling whole fish // Take a fresh look at the 2025 Dirty Dozen & Clean Fifteen produce lists // Celebrating the arrival of Washington’s sweet, sun-ripened strawberries // Nathan Bainbridge of Premier Meat Pies shares the craft behind perfect meat pies // Taylor Fealy explore the tradition of West Virginia’s beloved pepperoni rolls // Kirbie Predmore shares what’s on the menu at Uptown Hophouse, a sports bar across from Climate Pledge Arena // And of course, we’ll wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought!!

Food and travel writer Leslie Kelly returns with fresh tales from the San Juan Islands // The Tasting Panel explores the nuances of vanilla extract with Meggen Wilson, founder of Pine & Palm Kitchen and Wild Montana Foods // Bridget Charters takes us shrimping for prized spot prawns // We dive into the preservation of Pacific Northwest wild salmon with Duke Moscrip and Heather Anderson, founders of Duke’s Damsel on a Train Foundation // Rick Steves shares insights on food and European travel—straight from his kitchen in Edmonds // And of course, we wrap things up with Food for Thought: Tasty Trivia!

We’re serving up a masterclass in grilling the perfect steak // Bob Donegan, President of Ivar’s, joins us to talk about the legacy of their iconic seafood joints // We dig into a Father’s Day menu // Howard Lev, Founder and Owner of Mama Lil’s Peppers, discusses his new book, A Pepper for Your Thoughts: How NOT to Start a Gourmet Food Business // Nichelle Hilton, Founder and Executive Director of Backpack Brigade, shares their mission to end weekend hunger for kids in King County // And we wrap things up with Food for Thought: Tasty Trivia!

It’s peak season for Washington asparagus! // The Caspian Chef, Omid Roustaei, shares a masterclass in Persian cooking // We dive into wild Alaskan Copper River salmon // Kevin Smith of Beast & Cleaver talks butcher boxes, meat pies - and shares some big news // We explore food and travel with chef and travel host Patti Curfman of Adventure Tripr

We hear culinary highlights from Tom’s travels through Europe // Chef Micah Windham from Sleeping Lady Mountain Resort in Leavenworth // Joins us to talk about Keipi Dinners and Horse Soldier Whiskey // We build a Memorial Day Menu // Eliza Ward from ChefShop guides us through the world of the King of Cheeses – Parmigiano Reggiano // It’s Washington asparagus season! // Larry and Sharon Brown share the story of their new shop, MOOO! Ice Cream, in Fall City // And of course, we’ll wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought: Tasty Trivia!

Food and travel writer Leslie Kelly rolls back into town to dish on her latest RV food adventures // Award-winning cookbook author Chef Sally James joins us to talk about Australian wines // The Hot Stove Society Tasting Panel explores low-carb noodles // Chef Jules Houser shares her new projects with Flower Chef Foods and Project Flower Power // We build a quintessential Pacific Northwest summer picnic with Chef Rasyidah Rosli // Don Morin of SaltWorks offers a masterclass on artisan salt // And of course, we’ll wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

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!