Podcasts about cookbooks

Claudette Zepeda returns to the pod after seven years to discuss her wonderful new book Cooking the Borderlands: Spice and Smoke Between Mexico and the United States. This is a compelling conversation that comprises Mexican cuisine, culinary vocabulary, the craft and business of cookbooks, and much more. Go pick up a copy of Claudette's book--it's terrific! (Listen to Claudette's previous appearance on the pod.) Our great thanks to our presenting sponsor, meez, the recipe-operating system for culinary professionals. And thanks to S.Pellegrino for their longstanding support of the pod. THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW:Andrew is a writer by trade. If you'd like to support him, there's no better way than by purchasing his most recent book, The Dish: The Lives and Labor Behind One Plate of Food (October 2023), about all the key people (in the restaurant, on farms, in delivery trucks, etc.) whose stories and work come together in a single restaurant dish.We'd love if you followed us on Instagram. Please also follow Andrew's real-time journal of the travel, research, writing, and production of/for his next book The Opening (working title), which will track four restaurants in different parts of the U.S. from inception to launch.For Andrew's writing, dining, and personal adventures, follow along at his personal feed.Thank you for listening—please don't hesitate to reach out with any feedback and/or suggestions!

We dive deep into the latest twists and turns of Love Island, featuring our special guest Keith Carlisle from New York City. With matching shirts and a casual vibe, we discuss the shocking Casa Amor twist that left us all reeling. From heart rate challenges to the girls' dramatic reactions, we dissect the emotional rollercoaster that unfolded this week. Join us as we navigate the highs and lows of this season, sharing our thoughts on who might find love and who might be headed for heartbreak. Chef Stu Social - send your questions for “Kitchen Quick Fix” Instagram: ► ⁠https://www.instagram.com/chefstuartokeeffe⁠ Facebook: ► ⁠https://www.facebook.com/chefstuartokeeffe⁠ Youtube: ► ⁠https://www.youtube.com/chefstuartokeeffe⁠ TikTok: ► ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@chefstuart?lang=en⁠ Chef Stu's Cookbooks & Seasoning: Quick Six Fix - ► ⁠https://amzn.to/49zVeB0⁠ Koch It, Spill It, Throw It: The Not-So-Real Housewives Parody Cookbook - ► ⁠https://amzn.to/49A8UMi⁠ Chef Stu's Spice Blends - ► ⁠https://spicetribe.com/collections/chef-stu⁠ Chef Stu's Lovely Seasonings - ► ⁠https://chefstuart.com/collections/seasonings⁠ GEAR WE USE TO MAKE PODCASTS: ⁠https://amzn.to/4dg7uZF⁠ SOFTWARE WE USE TO MAKE PODCASTS: ⁠https://hurrdatmedia.com/our-gear⁠ This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Entertainment Network by going to ⁠HurrdatEntertainment.com⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us as we dive into the latest pop culture, reality TV drama, and celebrity gossip, offering insights and humorous takes on the week's hottest topics. Chef Stu Social - send your questions for “Kitchen Quick Fix” Instagram: ► ⁠https://www.instagram.com/chefstuartokeeffe⁠ Facebook: ► ⁠https://www.facebook.com/chefstuartokeeffe⁠ Youtube: ► ⁠https://www.youtube.com/chefstuartokeeffe⁠ TikTok: ► ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@chefstuart?lang=en⁠ Chef Stu's Cookbooks & Seasoning: Quick Six Fix - ► ⁠https://amzn.to/49zVeB0⁠ Koch It, Spill It, Throw It: The Not-So-Real Housewives Parody Cookbook - ► ⁠https://amzn.to/49A8UMi⁠ Chef Stu's Spice Blends - ► ⁠https://spicetribe.com/collections/chef-stu⁠ Chef Stu's Lovely Seasonings - ► ⁠https://chefstuart.com/collections/seasonings⁠ GEAR WE USE TO MAKE PODCASTS: ⁠https://amzn.to/4dg7uZF⁠ SOFTWARE WE USE TO MAKE PODCASTS: ⁠https://hurrdatmedia.com/our-gear⁠ This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Entertainment Network by going to ⁠HurrdatEntertainment.com⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For more than five decades, Trent Angers has dedicated his life to journalism, publishing, and preserving the stories that define Louisiana and its people. As founder, editor, and publisher of Acadian House Publishing, Trent has edited and published 126 books over a 45-year career while also authoring six books of his own. His work has ranged from Cajun history and Louisiana political figures to military ethics, faith, and inspirational storytelling. A graduate of LSU’s School of Journalism, where he was named Outstanding Graduating Senior and received the Hodding Carter Award for Responsible Journalism, Trent followed in the footsteps of his father, Bob Angers, founder of Acadiana Profile magazine. Trent would eventually spend 36 years as editor and publisher of Acadiana Profile, helping build it into one of the longest-running regional magazines in America before selling the publication in 2010 to focus full-time on book publishing with Acadian House Publishing. During our conversation, Trent reflects on a life immersed in words, ideas, and the people behind them. “Born with printer’s ink in my blood” Trent jokes that journalism was his destiny. “You could say I was born with printer’s ink in the blood.” His father purchased the Franklin Banner-Tribune in 1953, and Trent grew up watching the realities of community journalism firsthand. When Bob Angers launched Acadiana Profile in 1968, regional magazines were virtually unheard of. “I thought he had lost his mind because there was almost no such thing as a city or regional magazine in this country at the time.” Instead, Bob Angers proved to be a visionary. More than fifty years later, the publication remains an important voice for South Louisiana. Acadian House Publishing: More Than Books Today, Acadian House Publishing is one of Louisiana’s most respected independent publishers. Its catalog includes biographies, history, cookbooks, inspirational works, faith-based books, and regional classics. Trent describes publishing as far more than simply printing books. “Publishing involves careful acquisition of titles, careful editing, fact-checking, correcting, perfecting, marketing, warehousing, accounting, and distribution.” Acadian House receives approximately 150 manuscript proposals each year but publishes only three or four books annually. “No is the most powerful word in the English language.” With limited capacity, Trent looks for books that move people, educate readers, and inspire meaningful reflection. Dispelling Myths About Cajun Culture At age 40, Trent wrote his first book, The Truth About the Cajuns, a work designed to challenge stereotypes and misconceptions about Acadian people. “The first book I actually wrote is when I turned 40. The book was titled The Truth About the Cajuns. The book was designed to dispel the myths and stereotypes about the Acadian people. We’re very proud of our Acadian heritage. We’re not simple minded people who aren’t so bright. We don’t all dwell in the swamp. Our lives do not revolve around eating, drinking and dancing Trent wanted readers to understand that Cajun identity extends far beyond the caricatures often portrayed in popular culture. The book remains one of the most thoughtful examinations of Cajun identity and heritage. Dudley LeBlanc: The Original Champion of Cajun Pride Another of Trent’s works is Dudley LeBlanc: A Biography, which chronicles the life of the legendary founder of Hadacol and one of Louisiana’s most colorful political figures. “Dudley LeBlanc, who founded Hadacol, was also known as the political and almost spiritual leader of the Acadian people. He had a French language radio show emanating from from Abbeville. The truth is, Dudley started the French Renaissance movement before Jimmy Domengeaux formalized it through CODIFIL. Dudley LeBlanc would bring it up and say, ‘Let’s stand up for our Acadian heritage and be proud and not ashamed of who we are, not ashamed of our heritage and culture.” While many remember LeBlanc for his wildly successful patent medicine business, Trent argues that his greatest contribution was cultural. Long before organizations formalized the movement to preserve Cajun culture, LeBlanc encouraged Acadians to embrace their language, traditions, and identity. According to Trent, both Dudley LeBlanc and James Domengeaux deserve tremendous credit for preserving and advancing Acadian culture in Louisiana. The Forgotten Hero of the My Lai Massacre Perhaps no project has shaped Trent’s career more than The Forgotten Hero of My Lai: The Hugh Thompson Story. The book tells the story of Hugh Thompson Jr., the American helicopter pilot credited with stopping the My Lai Massacre during the Vietnam War. “I became Thompson’s biographer and spent lots and lots of time with him in Vietnam, in Norway, and throughout the United States, in Washington, D.C., etc. I wrote his speech when he received the soldier’s medal in Washington at the Vietnam Wall, which is the highest award a soldier can earn for anything other than direct combat with the enemy,” Trent said. Trent devoted more than 3,000 hours of research across three continents to tell Thompson’s story. “That book was my opus.” The defining moment came when Thompson landed his helicopter between fleeing Vietnamese civilians and advancing American soldiers. “Not on my watch,” he said. Thompson ordered his gunner to protect the civilians, even if it meant turning their weapons on fellow Americans. His actions saved lives and ultimately helped bring the massacre to an end. Trent explains why Thompson’s story continues to resonate: “They were willing to give up their lives just because it was the right thing to do.” The book has since been placed on the reading list of the Joint Chiefs of Staff because of its lessons on leadership, battlefield ethics, and moral courage. Publishing Louisiana’s Most Influential Voices Over the years, Acadian House has published works by an extraordinary range of Louisiana authors and leaders. Among them are books by: Dale Brown Lt. General Russel L. Honoré Marcelle Bienvenu Camille Pavy Claiborne Brian Sibley Chad Judice Trent speaks admiringly of each, emphasizing not only their accomplishments but also their character, intellect, and ability to inspire others. Dale Brown and Human Dignity One of Trent’s most meaningful publishing relationships has been with legendary LSU basketball coach Dale Brown. Acadian House published Brown’s Getting Over the Four Hurdles of Life, and Trent later authored Dale Brown: Caught in the Battle for Human Dignity. He also played a significant role, along with Lafayette attorney Glenn Armentor, in the effort to have LSU’s basketball court named in Brown’s honor. “Every generation needs role models.” For Trent, Brown represents integrity, courage, compassion, and leadership. “Dale Brown is a role model of integrity, courage, bravery, intelligence.” Those qualities made him not only a successful coach but also one of America’s most sought-after motivational speakers. The Secret Life of an Editor One of the most fascinating parts of our conversation centered on the editor-author relationship. After working closely with writers for months or years, Trent says editors often develop a deep understanding of how authors think. “We call that mind meld.” His philosophy is simple: “The job of an editor is to make the writer look like a genius.” That requires more than correcting grammar. It involves improving structure, strengthening logic, checking facts, and helping authors communicate their ideas as clearly as possible. Cookbooks Outsell Almost Everything Despite publishing biographies, history, and inspirational works, Trent admits one category consistently surprises him: Cookbooks. Acadian House’s most successful title is Marcelle Bienvenu’s iconic cookbook Who’s Your Mama, Are You Catholic, and Can You Make a Roux? The book has sold approximately 200,000 copies. “That book is in the top one percentile of books ever published in America.” For Trent, the success is both gratifying and humbling. “You do a cookbook and you sell the heck out of it.” The enduring popularity of Louisiana food culture continues to introduce readers around the world to Acadiana traditions. Freedom of the Press As a lifelong journalist, Trent remains deeply passionate about the First Amendment. “Freedom of the press is the hill I would die on. This country is free, in part because of the free press. Because of the free flow of information. It’s the press’s job to educate, to inform, to entertain. We serve the public, not the government. The press exists to serve the public.” He argues that a free society depends upon the free flow of information and a press willing to challenge power when necessary. “The press exists to serve the public, not the government.” Regardless of political affiliation, Trent believes journalism’s highest calling remains informing citizens and protecting democratic accountability. What’s Next: Orphan Train to Louisiana Among Acadian House’s upcoming projects is Orphan Train to Louisiana, a book examining the little-known story of thousands of orphaned children transported from New York City to families across America. The project was inspired by a staggering historical reality. “At one point in New York City there were 30,000 babies and children on the street, homeless.” The book explores the efforts of religious organizations and charitable groups that worked to place children with loving families, including many in Louisiana. For Trent, it is exactly the kind of story Acadian House loves to tell: forgotten history that reveals the best of humanity. Faith, Service, and Gratitude Outside of publishing, Trent is active in the Secular Franciscan Order, whose members seek to live according to the spirit of Saint Francis of Assisi through service, humility, and care for others. Reflecting on his blessings, he says: “We’re among the luckiest people in the world, in the history of civilization.” That perspective of gratitude, combined with a lifelong commitment to storytelling, continues to shape his work today. Whether preserving Cajun history, documenting battlefield courage, promoting faith-filled voices, or introducing readers to remarkable Louisianans, Trent Angers remains one of Acadiana’s most important cultural storytellers. To learn more about Trent Angers and Acadian House Publishing, visit their website and explore a catalog that reflects the rich history, culture, faith, and character of Louisiana.

Let’s dive into the BookTok discourse, shall we? Specifically, how algorithms work and why dismissing the community tends to say more about the dismisser than the community. Then debut romance novelist (and longtime cookbook author) Julia Turshen joins to talk about her 831 Stories novella Down to Earth, why food is the fastest way to put a reader in a room, the formula that cookbooks and romance novels quietly share, and what it means to write competency porn about a lesbian farmer without realizing that's what you're doing. And: Sanjana and Tyler each pitch a queer romance recommendation…and somehow both pick historicals. On BookTok: why thinking of it as a monolith is lazy, how algorithms reflect what you engage with (and not objective taste), and the misogyny baked into most think pieces about genre fiction. Julia Turshen is the author of numerous cookbooks including Small Victories and Simply Julia, and her debut sapphic romance, Down to Earth, is out this month from 831 Stories. Referenced: “I Found It: The Best Free Restaurant Bread in America” by Caity Weaver. The queer romance recommendations: Tyler picks An Island Princess Starts a Scandal by Adriana Herrera, and Sanjana picks The Companion by E.E. Ottoman. Honorable mentions: You Made a Fool of Death with Your Beauty by Akwaeke Emezi and The Pairing by Casey McQuiston. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The James Beard Awards are often called the "Oscars of the Food World," recognizing excellence in culinary arts, food writing, and cookbook publishing. In this episode, we celebrate three remarkable Cookbook Love Podcast guests whose books were honored by the James Beard Foundation this year and explore why cookbook awards matter so much in the culinary world. In This Episode: • Discover what makes cookbook awards such as the James Beard Awards influential in the publishing and culinary industries. • Celebrate Sapna Punjabi, author of Dal Chawal, a James Beard Award nominee whose work highlights the nourishing power of vegetarian home-style Indian cooking and Ayurvedic wellness. • Learn how Sarah Ahn and Nam Soon Ahn transformed family recipes and Korean-American culinary traditions into Umma, the James Beard Award winner for U.S. Foodways. • Hear why Helen Goh's Baking and the Meaning of Life captured the James Beard Award for Baking and Desserts through its unique blend of baking, psychology, and human connection. Cookbooks do more than teach recipes. They preserve culture, share wisdom, build community, and tell stories that shape how we understand food and one another. Mentioned in This Episode: Episode 347 with Sapna Punjabi, author of Dal Chawal Episode 348 with Sarah Ahn and Nam Soon Ahn, authors of Umma Episode 391 with Helen Goh, author of Baking and the Meaning of Life Episode 215 All About Cookbook Public Relations with Carrie Bachman If you're ready to build the visibility and audience publishers are looking for, download the free Cookbook Author Platform Checklist and learn how to create an engaged community that supports your book before it's published.   

Join us as we dissect the latest episodes of Love Island, sharing insights on relationships, drama, and behind-the-scenes secrets. Perfect for fans who want a deeper understanding of the show's dynamics. Chef Stu Social - send your questions for “Kitchen Quick Fix” Instagram: ► ⁠https://www.instagram.com/chefstuartokeeffe⁠ Facebook: ► ⁠https://www.facebook.com/chefstuartokeeffe⁠ Youtube: ► ⁠https://www.youtube.com/chefstuartokeeffe⁠ TikTok: ► ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@chefstuart?lang=en⁠ Chef Stu's Cookbooks & Seasoning: Quick Six Fix - ► ⁠https://amzn.to/49zVeB0⁠ Koch It, Spill It, Throw It: The Not-So-Real Housewives Parody Cookbook - ► ⁠https://amzn.to/49A8UMi⁠ Chef Stu's Spice Blends - ► ⁠https://spicetribe.com/collections/chef-stu⁠ Chef Stu's Lovely Seasonings - ► ⁠https://chefstuart.com/collections/seasonings⁠ GEAR WE USE TO MAKE PODCASTS: ⁠https://amzn.to/4dg7uZF⁠ SOFTWARE WE USE TO MAKE PODCASTS: ⁠https://hurrdatmedia.com/our-gear⁠ This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Entertainment Network by going to ⁠HurrdatEntertainment.com⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us as we dive into the latest episodes of Love Island, Summerhouse, and other pop culture topics, sharing insights, opinions, and hilarious impressions. Perfect for fans of reality TV and pop culture enthusiasts. Chef Stu Social - send your questions for “Kitchen Quick Fix” Instagram: ► ⁠https://www.instagram.com/chefstuartokeeffe⁠ Facebook: ► ⁠https://www.facebook.com/chefstuartokeeffe⁠ Youtube: ► ⁠https://www.youtube.com/chefstuartokeeffe⁠ TikTok: ► ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@chefstuart?lang=en⁠ Chef Stu's Cookbooks & Seasoning: Quick Six Fix - ► ⁠https://amzn.to/49zVeB0⁠ Koch It, Spill It, Throw It: The Not-So-Real Housewives Parody Cookbook - ► ⁠https://amzn.to/49A8UMi⁠ Chef Stu's Spice Blends - ► ⁠https://spicetribe.com/collections/chef-stu⁠ Chef Stu's Lovely Seasonings - ► ⁠https://chefstuart.com/collections/seasonings⁠ GEAR WE USE TO MAKE PODCASTS: ⁠https://amzn.to/4dg7uZF⁠ SOFTWARE WE USE TO MAKE PODCASTS: ⁠https://hurrdatmedia.com/our-gear⁠ This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Entertainment Network by going to ⁠HurrdatEntertainment.com⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Don't Let It Stu, Chef Stu and Keith Carlisle dive deep into the latest twists and turns of Love Island. They discuss the shocking elimination of Sean, the dynamics of the couples, and the unexpected arrival of new bombshells. Keith shares his insights on the contestants, while Stu provides a humorous take on the absurdities of reality TV, from awkward challenges to cringeworthy catchphrases. As they analyze the evolving relationships and the game strategies at play, you won't want to miss their hilarious commentary and keen observations! Chef Stu Social - send your questions for “Kitchen Quick Fix” Instagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/chefstuartokeeffe Facebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/chefstuartokeeffe Youtube: ► https://www.youtube.com/chefstuartokeeffe TikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@chefstuart?lang=en Chef Stu's Cookbooks & Seasoning: Quick Six Fix - ► https://amzn.to/49zVeB0 Koch It, Spill It, Throw It: The Not-So-Real Housewives Parody Cookbook - ► https://amzn.to/49A8UMi Chef Stu's Spice Blends - ► https://spicetribe.com/collections/chef-stu Chef Stu's Lovely Seasonings - ► https://chefstuart.com/collections/seasonings GEAR WE USE TO MAKE PODCASTS: https://amzn.to/4dg7uZF SOFTWARE WE USE TO MAKE PODCASTS: https://hurrdatmedia.com/our-gear This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Entertainment Network by going to HurrdatEntertainment.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A candid and humorous discussion covering pet loss, LA snake encounters, celebrity gossip, plastic surgery, and Pride celebrations. The host shares personal stories and opinions on current events, entertainment, and lifestyle topics. Chef Stu Social - send your questions for “Kitchen Quick Fix” Instagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/chefstuartokeeffe Facebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/chefstuartokeeffe Youtube: ► https://www.youtube.com/chefstuartokeeffe TikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@chefstuart?lang=en Chef Stu's Cookbooks & Seasoning: Quick Six Fix - ► https://amzn.to/49zVeB0 Koch It, Spill It, Throw It: The Not-So-Real Housewives Parody Cookbook - ► https://amzn.to/49A8UMi Chef Stu's Spice Blends - ► https://spicetribe.com/collections/chef-stu Chef Stu's Lovely Seasonings - ► https://chefstuart.com/collections/seasonings GEAR WE USE TO MAKE PODCASTS: https://amzn.to/4dg7uZF SOFTWARE WE USE TO MAKE PODCASTS: https://hurrdatmedia.com/our-gear This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Entertainment Network by going to HurrdatEntertainment.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us as we analyze the latest episode of Love Island, exploring the contestants' strategies, emotional reactions, and the show's production secrets. Keith and Chef Stu provide a humorous and insightful breakdown of the drama, relationships, and game tactics. Chef Stu Social - send your questions for “Kitchen Quick Fix” Instagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/chefstuartokeeffe Facebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/chefstuartokeeffe Youtube: ► https://www.youtube.com/chefstuartokeeffe TikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@chefstuart?lang=en Chef Stu's Cookbooks & Seasoning: Quick Six Fix - ► https://amzn.to/49zVeB0 Koch It, Spill It, Throw It: The Not-So-Real Housewives Parody Cookbook - ► https://amzn.to/49A8UMi Chef Stu's Spice Blends - ► https://spicetribe.com/collections/chef-stu Chef Stu's Lovely Seasonings - ► https://chefstuart.com/collections/seasonings GEAR WE USE TO MAKE PODCASTS: https://amzn.to/4dg7uZF SOFTWARE WE USE TO MAKE PODCASTS: https://hurrdatmedia.com/our-gear This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Entertainment Network by going to HurrdatEntertainment.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chef Stu and Keith Carlisle dive into the latest drama from Love Island, sharing their first impressions of the new season and the hilariously awkward dance breaks that left them cringing. They also explore the reunion chaos from Summer House, dissecting the tangled relationships and the fallout from Kathy Hilton's controversial Pride appearance. As they navigate the complexities of love, loyalty, and the realities of reality TV, they provide sharp commentary and plenty of laughs along the way. Don't miss their insights into the dynamics of the cast and the unexpected twists that keep viewers hooked! Chef Stu Social - send your questions for “Kitchen Quick Fix” Instagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/chefstuartokeeffe Facebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/chefstuartokeeffe Youtube: ► https://www.youtube.com/chefstuartokeeffe TikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@chefstuart?lang=en Chef Stu's Cookbooks & Seasoning: Quick Six Fix - ► https://amzn.to/49zVeB0 Koch It, Spill It, Throw It: The Not-So-Real Housewives Parody Cookbook - ► https://amzn.to/49A8UMi Chef Stu's Spice Blends - ► https://spicetribe.com/collections/chef-stu Chef Stu's Lovely Seasonings - ► https://chefstuart.com/collections/seasonings GEAR WE USE TO MAKE PODCASTS: https://amzn.to/4dg7uZF SOFTWARE WE USE TO MAKE PODCASTS: https://hurrdatmedia.com/our-gear This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Entertainment Network by going to HurrdatEntertainment.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As someone who is passionate about cookbooks, I'm always up for talking about them with other cookbook collectors. I know there are lots of cookbook collectors out there, but one who really stands out is Jenna Helwig, who writes the Cookbookery Collective newsletter, which she describes as:…a hub for the cookbook community—authors, eaters, cooks, editors, publicists, publishers, agents, and aspiring authors alike. It's a place to celebrate all cookbooks, new and old, blockbuster and under-the-radar. It's a place to hear from your favorite authors and talk amongst ourselves in the comments section. It's a place where everyone is welcome, whether you have just a handful of beloved books or a collection in the hundreds.I couldn't have said it better, except to add what a wonderful resource Jenna, and her newsletter, have become to the cookbook community, which features interviews with cookbook authors, including me……plus seasonal round-ups of the latest cookbooks to hit the shelves, previews of cookbooks that are about to be released, as well as recipes from her favorite cookbooks. Not only does Jenna write a newsletter, she's also the food director at Real Simple magazine, the author of five cookbooks, and runs a personal chef business. Whew!In addition to her other activities, Jenna is now a novelist, having penned her first novel, coming out this Fall, The Foreign Correspondent's Wife, a mystery set in Paris. I was thrilled to get a chance to sit down for this podcast episode with Jenna to talk about our favorite subject: Cookbooks! We talked about everything, from what makes a good cookbook (and what drives her crazy in a cookbook) to how she decides which cookbooks that cross her desk she holds on to, and which ones she lets go. We also discussed what she thinks of influencer cookbooks, and talked about one of the big questions of our time - how will AI affect cookbooks, and will it (or can it) replace them. Subscribe to my newsletter to get future podcasts, videos, recipes, and Paris travel tips, sent right to your inbox!I hope you enjoy my chat with Jenna as much as I did…and let us know in the comments what are some of your favorite cookbooks, and why. - David* Follow Cookbookery Collective and Jenna Helwig on Instagram* Visit Jenna Helwig's website* Subscribe to the Cookbookery Collective newsletter This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit davidlebovitz.substack.com/subscribe

Join us for an engaging conversation with SE Cupp as we explore the latest in politics, media, and pop culture. From celebrity antics to reality TV insights, this episode offers a mix of humor, analysis, and personal stories that keep you informed and entertained. Chef Stu Social - send your questions for “Kitchen Quick Fix” Instagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/chefstuartokeeffe Facebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/chefstuartokeeffe Youtube: ► https://www.youtube.com/chefstuartokeeffe TikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@chefstuart?lang=en Chef Stu's Cookbooks & Seasoning: Quick Six Fix - ► https://amzn.to/49zVeB0 Koch It, Spill It, Throw It: The Not-So-Real Housewives Parody Cookbook - ► https://amzn.to/49A8UMi Chef Stu's Spice Blends - ► https://spicetribe.com/collections/chef-stu Chef Stu's Lovely Seasonings - ►https://chefstuart.com/collections/seasonings GEAR WE USE TO MAKE PODCASTS: https://amzn.to/4dg7uZF SOFTWARE WE USE TO MAKE PODCASTS: https://hurrdatmedia.com/our-gear/ This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Entertainment Network by going to HurrdatEntertainment.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Don't Let It Stu, Chef Stu reunites with the insightful Brianna Diorio to dive deep into the explosive finale of Summer House. They dissect the tangled web of relationships, including the fallout from Amanda and Wes's controversial actions and the emotional turmoil it has caused for Cierra. With Brianna's professional perspective on interpersonal dynamics, they explore themes of accountability, manipulation, and the complexities of friendship in the reality TV realm. From Gwyneth Paltrow's latest culinary tips to the intricacies of reality TV drama, this episode is packed with engaging commentary and sharp insights that you won't want to miss! Chef Stu Social - send your questions for “Kitchen Quick Fix” Instagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/chefstuartokeeffe Facebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/chefstuartokeeffe Youtube: ► https://www.youtube.com/chefstuartokeeffe TikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@chefstuart?lang=en Chef Stu's Cookbooks & Seasoning: Quick Six Fix - ► https://amzn.to/49zVeB0 Cook It, Spill It, Throw It: The Not-So-Real Housewives Parody Cookbook - ► https://amzn.to/49A8UMi Chef Stu's Spice Blends - ► https://spicetribe.com/collections/chef-stu Chef Stu's Lovely Seasonings - ►https://chefstuart.com/collections/seasonings GEAR WE USE TO MAKE PODCASTS: https://amzn.to/4dg7uZF SOFTWARE WE USE TO MAKE PODCASTS: https://hurrdatmedia.com/our-gear/ This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Entertainment Network by going to HurrdatEntertainment.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah Ahn documents her mother, Nam Soon's, Korean home cooking with stunning imagery and detailed recipes in her debut book, "UMMA: A Korean Mom's Kitchen Wisdom and 100 Family Recipes." (America's Test Kitchen). The family's story, from Sarah's parents emigrating from Korea and settling in Southern California, is intertwined with Nam Soon's home-cooked recipes and kitchen secrets. The book portrays a beautiful bond between mother and daughter through cherished family recipes.Fearless Fabulous You is broadcast live Wednesdays at 12 Noon ET on W4WN Radio - Women 4 Women Network (www.w4wn.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com).  Fearless Fabulous You Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

Chef and cookbook author José Andrés shares recipes, kitchen tips and food stories from his new cookbook, Spain My Way: Eat, Drink, and Cook Like a Spaniard. Book cover courtesy of the publisher   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Don't Let It Stu, host Stu is joined by resident attorney Jasmine Weg to dissect the latest drama unfolding in the world of reality TV, including the ongoing chaos surrounding Jen Fessler and Wes. The conversation shifts to Spencer Pratt's surprising mayoral ambitions and the mixed reactions from the public. Plus, they tackle the messy divorce between Dorit and PK, analyzing the financial discrepancies and the couple's tumultuous communication. All this, along with a recap of the latest episode of The Valley, where tensions rise among friends, and the stakes get higher. Join us for a candid discussion filled with legal insights and pop culture commentary that you won't want to miss! Chef Stu Social - send your questions for “Kitchen Quick Fix” Instagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/chefstuartokeeffe Facebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/chefstuartokeeffe Youtube: ► https://www.youtube.com/chefstuartokeeffe TikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@chefstuart?lang=en Chef Stu's Cookbooks & Seasoning: Quick Six Fix - ► https://amzn.to/49zVeB0 Cook It, Spill It, Throw It: The Not-So-Real Housewives Parody Cookbook - ► https://amzn.to/49A8UMi Chef Stu's Spice Blends - ► https://spicetribe.com/collections/chef-stu Chef Stu's Lovely Seasonings - ►https://chefstuart.com/collections/seasonings GEAR WE USE TO MAKE PODCASTS: https://amzn.to/4dg7uZF SOFTWARE WE USE TO MAKE PODCASTS: https://hurrdatmedia.com/our-gear/A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. http://hurrdatmedia.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"There is magic in cooking, and in cooking Italian food there is alchemy" - Old World Italian by Mimi ThorissonSince our lives contain multitudes, yes an American poet once said that, I feel to step away from the noise is to disarm the outside influences that are at times necessary and sometimes it is just kind of ridiculous. So the remedy is to open a cookbook and read a recipe and make something beautiful. I am an instinctual cook, I like throwing things together and using what is within reach, but sometimes I do find it quite meditative to pull a book and take some quiet time to wander through the pages, let the pages talk to me. I find this kind of thing quite wonderful and simple. I like reading about the author's philosophy and personal experience, what brought them to share their world of cooking and eating and sharing. I find this rather meditative and inspirational, a balm for my spirit. In these changing times I believe it could be the perfect antidote to the things piling up on top of us. Cook something, eat something, and maybe share it with a friend.Note: The image is from my table, while editing I was baking my favourite Ricciarelli - the Tuscan almond biscuits from the cookbook by Gennaro Contaldo - Gennaro's Italian Bakery...Enjoy, Michelle xShownotes A Writer in Italy InstagramSubstack - At My TableMichelle's BooksMusical Scores by Richard JohnstonA Writer in Italy is about travel and life. A place to share the beautiful travel journeys and the discoveries along the way. Support the show

[**New episodes of ATTC are now available in video! You can watch on Spotify, or YouTube. Or you can just keep on listening in all the same places you usually do.**] Two weeks ago, we took Andrew Talks to Chefs on the road, and recorded a LIVE! show as part of the inaugural Cookbook Week in San Francisco. The subject was Forgotten Cookbook Classics. The guests were two of San Francisco's favorite chefs, Stuart Brioza and Nicole Krasinski (State Bird Provisions, The Progress, The Anchovy Bar). The location was Civic Kitchen. Before an enthusiastic audience, we discussed books by Jacques Pepin, Gordon Ramsay (!), and Claudia Fleming, among many others. We were honored to share the bill with Michele Norris and her wonderful Your Mama's Kitchen podcast. If you're not familiar with the show, we suggest you check it out--it's great! If you are an aspiring chef younger than 30, or think you might know of one who'd thrive in this program, please check out S.Pellegrino's Young Chef Academy Competition, or go directly to the application. Andrew has interviewed many past competitors and observed several competitions, and personally recommends applying. Our great thanks to our presenting sponsor, meez, the recipe-operating system for culinary professionals. And thanks to S.Pellegrino for their longstanding support of the pod. THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW:Andrew is a writer by trade. If you'd like to support him, there's no better way than by purchasing his most recent book, The Dish: The Lives and Labor Behind One Plate of Food (October 2023), about all the key people (in the restaurant, on farms, in delivery trucks, etc.) whose stories and work come together in a single restaurant dish.We'd love if you followed us on Instagram. Please also follow Andrew's real-time journal of the travel, research, writing, and production of/for his next book The Opening (working title), which will track four restaurants in different parts of the U.S. from inception to launch.For Andrew's writing, dining, and personal adventures, follow along at his personal feed.Thank you for listening—please don't hesitate to reach out with any feedback and/or suggestions!

Author and baker Graham Herterich never loved the length of a novel but found his niche with culinary reads. He reads cookbooks for fun! Do you?Graham joins Andrea to discuss.

For her latest cookbook, Domenic Marchetti traveled around Italy collection recipes for everyone's favorite dessert: cookies! She discusses the result, Italian Cookies: Authentic Recipes and Sweet Stories from Every Region. Plus, listeners share their favorite Italian cookie or Italian bakery.  Cover art courtesy of the publisher

Welcome to Episode 400 of the Cookbook Love Podcast! If you've been thinking about writing a cookbook, collecting recipes, organizing ideas, or waiting for the right time to begin, I invite you to join my free masterclass happening now: Stop Dreaming About Writing a Cookbook, Start with a Clear Plan. Inside the class, I'll walk you through the decisions that actually move cookbook projects forward so you can stop circling the idea and start building your book with clarity and direction. If writing a cookbook has been on your heart for a while, this is a chance to take a real next step. Learn more and register at: Cookbook Writers Academy In this special episode, I'm reflecting on one of the biggest lessons I've learned after 400 episodes talking with cookbook writers, authors, and aspiring creators. I'm sharing what I've seen over and over again about what actually gets a cookbook written and published and why the difference is often not talent, timing, or opportunity, but willingness. If you've been thinking about writing a cookbook but keep waiting for more time, more clarity, or the "right" moment, this episode is for you. I talk about the difference between feeling ready and deciding to begin, the quiet ways we stay in preparation mode, and how repetition and consistency are what truly move projects forward. In this episode, I share: Why willingness matters more than readiness What 400 episodes taught me about consistency and follow-through The subtle ways we delay the projects we care about most The story of finally submitting my first cookbook proposal Why creating space and structure matters if you want your cookbook to happen If you've been thinking about writing a cookbook, collecting recipes, organizing ideas, or waiting for the right time to begin, I invite you to join my free masterclass happening now: Stop Dreaming About Writing a Cookbook, Start with a Clear Plan. Inside the class, I'll walk you through the decisions that actually move cookbook projects forward so you can stop circling the idea and start building your book with clarity and direction. If writing a cookbook has been on your heart for a while, this is a chance to take a real next step. Learn more and register at: Cookbook Writers Academy

Olivia Wilde is all over the internet and Chef Stu and Zack Peter cannot stop talking about it — the weight loss, the buggy eyes, and the Adderall vs. Ozempic debate that has everyone spiraling. Plus, Erika Jayne keeps making headlines and both hosts agree she needs to take the Anne Hathaway approach and disappear for a while before the memes consume her entirely. The guys also break down the Pussycat Dolls' reportedly struggling 53-date reunion tour (only three members, no urgency, and Nicole Scherzinger is the only one who ever mattered anyway), weigh in on Barry Keoghan finally breaking his silence about the Sabrina Carpenter cheating rumors, and recap the latest from The Valley — including Kristen and Luke's crumbling relationship and whether Janet is finally, maybe, starting to take accountability. All that plus Chef Stu's very controversial new Coach bag, a Chanel barefoot heel-cap situation nobody asked for, and early planning for a Chef Stu x Zack Peter group trip to Europe. TRAVEL TO IRELAND WITH CHEF STU: https://trovatrip.com/trip/europe/ireland/ireland-with-stuart-okeeffe-sep-09-2026 NUCORE HEALTH ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nucorehealth.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ MONTH OF MARCH GLP1 giving 100$ off your order Code: CHEFSTU100 Chef Stu Social - send your questions for “Kitchen Quick Fix” Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefstuartokeeffe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chefstuartokeeffe Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/chefstuartokeeffe TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chefstuart?lang=en Chef Stu's Cookbooks & Seasoning: Quick Six Fix - https://amzn.to/49zVeB0 Cook It, Spill It, Throw It: The Not-So-Real Housewives Parody Cookbook - https://amzn.to/49A8UMi Chef Stu Lovely Seasonings - https://chefstuart.com This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or the Hurrdat Media YouTube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Chef Stu and Dana Bowling (Daily Dose of Donna) are dissecting the Summer House reunion audio leak that Andy Cohen called "disgusting and illegal" — including who they think actually pressed record, why Amanda Batula made a choice she can't take back, and why Sierra Furtado might be the biggest winner of this whole mess. Plus: the RHOBH Part 1 reunion breakdown, including Dorit's empathy delusion, Kyle's three-season crying loop, the mystery of who Natalie actually is, and Amanda Boz's $4.8 million mortgage situation that contradicts her whole "money queen" persona. Stu also confirms his Ireland trip (only 3 spots left — September 9–16!) and Dana explains why she watches TV while doing puzzles, which honestly makes complete sense. TRAVEL TO IRELAND WITH CHEF STU: https://trovatrip.com/trip/europe/ireland/ireland-with-stuart-okeeffe-sep-09-2026 NUCORE HEALTH ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nucorehealth.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ MONTH OF MARCH GLP1 giving 100$ off your order Code: CHEFSTU100 Chef Stu Social - send your questions for “Kitchen Quick Fix” Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefstuartokeeffe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chefstuartokeeffe Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/chefstuartokeeffe TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chefstuart?lang=en Chef Stu's Cookbooks & Seasoning: Quick Six Fix - https://amzn.to/49zVeB0 Cook It, Spill It, Throw It: The Not-So-Real Housewives Parody Cookbook - https://amzn.to/49A8UMi Chef Stu Lovely Seasonings - https://chefstuart.com This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or the Hurrdat Media YouTube channel! #DontLetItStu #SummerHouse #RHOBH Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Beyond the Shelves, hosts Sarah and Jes kick things off with a lively conversation about what they've been reading lately and the spring publishing season's standout titles. Along the way they craft thoughtful cookbook–novel pairings built around themes like memory, heritage, legacy, flavor, and identity. Watch this episode on Youtube What We're Reading Star Shipped by Cat Sebastian Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir How to Commit a Postcolonial Murder by Nina McConigley Adult Braces by Lindy West Gunk by Saba Sams The Children by Melissa Albert Exciting new releases The Tapestry of Fate by Shannon Chakraborty By the Bootstraps by Alexa Martin American Spirits by Anna Dorn Japanese Gothic by Kylie Lee Baker Yesteryear by Cara Claire Burke Cookbooks and Novels Praisesong for the kitchen ghosts by Crystal Wilkinson The Kamogawa food detectives by Hisashi Kashiwai Butter by Asako Yuzuki The Butter Book by Anna Stockwell Recipe for Persuasion by Sonali Dev Cook Once Eat Twice by Nadiya Hussain The legendary frybread drive in by Intertribal stories Turtle Island: foods and traditions of the indigenous peoples of North America by Sean Sherman Maydan by Rose Previte The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer The particular sadness of lemon cake by Aimee Bender Dorie's anytime Cakes by Dorie Greeenspan Book Bulletin Release Dates for Next 2 'ACOTAR' Books Revealed by Sarah J. Maas New! Did Not Finish Shelf is On Its Way A.I. Is Writing Fiction. Publishers Are Unprepared.

Is this the next Scandoval?!

This week on Kitchen Tape, Rose and Crystal sit down with Carrie Bachman, a renowned publicist and longtime champion of cookbook authors, to talk about advocacy, trust, and the quiet power behind a book's success. From shaping long-term author careers to navigating launches, festivals, and press cycles, Carrie shares how taste, timing, and deep belief in a project help books find their readers — and why publicity, at its best, is about stewardship as much as strategy.Mentioned in this episode:• Big Bites: Wholesome, Comforting Recipes That Are Big on Flavor, Nourishment, and Fun by Kat Ashmore• Gluten-Free Orange-Ricotta Company Cake (Kat Ashmore)• Dorie Greenspan (including Dorie's Anytime Cakes)• Ina Garten• Marcella Hazan• Tom Douglas' Seattle Kitchen• The Betty Crocker Cookbook• William Morrow (now part of HarperCollins)• Barbara Kafka• Julia Child• Jacques Pépin• Emeril Lagasse• Heartland Masala by Jyoti Mukharji• Umma by Sarah Ahn and Nam Soon Ahn• American Library Association Conference• Fancy Food Show• Sisterly Love Collective• The New Making of a Cook by Madeleine Kamman• Nathan Myhrvold• Darlingside

Amanda Batula is facing major backlash as brand deals reportedly disappear after her Summer House drama and even Margaret Josephs is stepping in to defend her. In this episode of Don't Let It Stu, hosts Chef Stu and Keith Carlisle break down whether Amanda is being unfairly “cancelled,” why brands are distancing themselves, and what this means for her future. Plus, they dive into Bethenny Frankel's controversial social media era and why fans are begging for her return to RHONY, slam Dumois and toxic gossip culture after shocking false rumors, and question whether the rumored Sydney Sweeney vs Zendaya feud is just a PR stunt ahead of a new season. It's messy, unfiltered, and exactly what Bravo fans are talking about. TRAVEL TO IRELAND WITH CHEF STU: https://trovatrip.com/trip/europe/ireland/ireland-with-stuart-okeeffe-sep-09-2026 NUCORE HEALTH ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nucorehealth.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ MONTH OF MARCH GLP1 giving 100$ off your order Code: CHEFSTU100 Chef Stu Social - send your questions for “Kitchen Quick Fix” Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefstuartokeeffe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chefstuartokeeffe Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/chefstuartokeeffe TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chefstuart?lang=en Chef Stu's Cookbooks & Seasoning: Quick Six Fix - https://amzn.to/49zVeB0 Cook It, Spill It, Throw It: The Not-So-Real Housewives Parody Cookbook - https://amzn.to/49A8UMi Chef Stu Lovely Seasonings - https://chefstuart.com This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or the Hurrdat Media YouTube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Summer House drama just crossed a line — and fans are calling it a full-on betrayal. Did Amanda Batula and West Wilson hook up behind Ciara Miller's back… and was everything we watched this season fake? We break down the timeline confusion, the flirty footage that looks VERY suspicious, and why this scandal is giving major Scandoval energy. Plus, we dive into The Valley meltdown as fans slam the husbands over “calendar sex” drama, and unpack a viral real-world story about a worker setting a warehouse on fire that has the internet completely divided. Catch the full breakdown on Don't Let It Stu with Chef Stu & Kezhal Dashti — your go-to for Bravo chaos, reality TV scandals, and unfiltered pop culture takes. TRAVEL TO IRELAND WITH CHEF STU: https://trovatrip.com/trip/europe/ireland/ireland-with-stuart-okeeffe-sep-09-2026 NUCORE HEALTH ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nucorehealth.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ MONTH OF MARCH GLP1 giving 100$ off your order Code: CHEFSTU100 Chef Stu Social - send your questions for “Kitchen Quick Fix” Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefstuartokeeffe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chefstuartokeeffe Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/chefstuartokeeffe TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chefstuart?lang=en Chef Stu's Cookbooks & Seasoning: Quick Six Fix - https://amzn.to/49zVeB0 Cook It, Spill It, Throw It: The Not-So-Real Housewives Parody Cookbook - https://amzn.to/49A8UMi Chef Stu Lovely Seasonings - https://chefstuart.com This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or the Hurrdat Media YouTube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The beloved Central Park restaurant Tavern on the Green has been open for 90+ years. Now, a new cookbook from executive chef Bill Peet allows home cooks to attempt to make some of their classic recipes in their own kitchens. Peet, and Tavern on the Green co-owner Jim Caiola, join to discuss Tavern on the Green Cookbook: Seasonal Recipes and Historical Treasures from New York City's Iconic Restaurant. Plus, listeners share their favorite memories of Tavern on the Green. Photo by Deb Cohn-Orbach/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images

Today's episode features two cookbooks: One new, the other newly translated. First, a classic Italian cookbook (and classic wedding gift) has been translated into English in full for the first time. Juana Summers spoke with publisher Michael Szczerban about the long journey that brought the regional Italian recipes of The Talisman of Happiness to a global audience. Then, pastry chef Tanya Bush once looked to the kitchen during a difficult moment. She spoke with NPR's Scott Detrow about Will This Make You Happy, a cookbook and memoir about her year of self-discovery and imperfect baking.To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookofthedaySee pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

Summer House fans are spiraling after Amanda and West's very suspicious “statement” — after previously denying everything — and now the internet is digging up receipts. Meanwhile, Jen Shah is back in headlines with an interview that has people questioning whether she's taking any real accountability, and over on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, even Andy Cohen is catching heat after the season gets labeled “boring.” We break down the Amanda/Sierra drama, Bravo's biggest controversies this week, and all the messy reality TV moments you need to know on Don't Let It Stu with Chef Stu and David Yontef. TRAVEL TO IRELAND WITH CHEF STU: https://trovatrip.com/trip/europe/ireland/ireland-with-stuart-okeeffe-sep-09-2026 NUCORE HEALTH ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nucorehealth.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ MONTH OF MARCH GLP1 giving 100$ off your order Code: CHEFSTU100 Chef Stu Social - send your questions for “Kitchen Quick Fix” Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefstuartokeeffe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chefstuartokeeffe Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/chefstuartokeeffe TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chefstuart?lang=en Chef Stu's Cookbooks & Seasoning: Quick Six Fix - https://amzn.to/49zVeB0 Cook It, Spill It, Throw It: The Not-So-Real Housewives Parody Cookbook - https://amzn.to/49A8UMi Chef Stu Lovely Seasonings - https://chefstuart.com This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or the Hurrdat Media YouTube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Kitchen Tape, Rose and Crystal sit down with Aran Goyoaga, the James Beard Award–winning creator of Cannelle et Vanille and author of multiple groundbreaking gluten-free baking books, including The Art of Gluten-Free Bread. We talk about building technical authority in a space once dismissed as niche, how Aran's work has reshaped expectations around gluten-free bread and pastry, and what it means to evolve from blogger to bestselling author while holding onto craft. We also cover Aran's evolution, workflow and recommended practices for someone who wants to photogragh their own books. The conversation moves through innovation, testing, photography, and the discipline required to make alternative baking feel both rigorous and deeply nourishing.Mentioned in this episode:• The Art of Gluten-Free Bread• Cannelle et Vanille• Small Plates and Sweet Treats• Cannelle et Vanille• Cannelle et Vanille Bakes Simple• 101 Cookbooks by Heidi Swanson• Orangette by Molly Wizenberg• Smitten Kitchen• Dorothy Brand• Baking with Julia by Dorie Greenspan• The Pioneer Woman Cooks by Ree Drummond• Justine Doiron• Hetty McKinnon• America's Test Kitchen

What can a beautifully prepared dinner teach about running a successful business? Quite a lot, according to Ellen Wright, a five-time cookbook author who trained with culinary icons Julia Child and James Beard. In this week's episode, Ellen shares how the principles that guide her cooking translate seamlessly into leadership, entrepreneurship, and everyday decision-making. Her approach is refreshingly practical: keep things simple, prepare in advance, and don't panic when something goes wrong. A collapsed dessert can become a new creation. A business misstep can spark innovation. The key is adaptability. Ellen also highlights something many leaders overlook — success is less about perfection and more about people. Whether hosting a dinner party or managing a team, the goal is to create an environment where others feel comfortable, engaged, and valued. From disciplined preparation to creative problem-solving, Ellen's insights offer a recipe for success that any business owner can follow. If you're hungry for fresh ideas — and practical strategies you can apply immediately — this episode is a feast. Bon appétit. [Ellen's latest book is Best of The Best: Select Recipes from 4 Cookbooks and 60 Years of Cooking. Order your copy here.] Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Ellen Wright Posted: March 30, 2026 Monday Morning Run Time: 48:20 Episode: 14.39

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills drama just hit a breaking point — and fans are NOT happy. From Amanda getting piled on at dinner to the explosive “you're aggressive” moment, this episode had viewers calling out the cast for going too far. Plus, the Bachelorette scandal involving Taylor Frankie Paul takes another wild turn as lawsuit rumors swirl and new details surface. We also break down Justin Timberlake's awkward DUI footage, Chappell Roan's viral paparazzi rant, and why fans are divided on it all. Catch the full breakdown on Don't Let It Stu with Chef Stu, Anne, and Gina — your weekly dose of Bravo chaos, reality TV drama, and unfiltered pop culture takes TRAVEL TO IRELAND WITH CHEF STU: https://trovatrip.com/trip/europe/ireland/ireland-with-stuart-okeeffe-sep-09-2026 NUCORE HEALTH ⁠⁠⁠https://nucorehealth.com/⁠⁠⁠ MONTH OF MARCH GLP1 giving 100$ off your order Code: CHEFSTU100 Chef Stu Social - send your questions for “Kitchen Quick Fix” Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefstuartokeeffe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chefstuartokeeffe Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/chefstuartokeeffe TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chefstuart?lang=en Chef Stu's Cookbooks & Seasoning: Quick Six Fix - https://amzn.to/49zVeB0 Cook It, Spill It, Throw It: The Not-So-Real Housewives Parody Cookbook - https://amzn.to/49A8UMi Chef Stu Lovely Seasonings - https://chefstuart.com This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or the Hurrdat Media YouTube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mama Dip's Kitchen was one of Chapel Hill, North Carolina's most beloved restaurants. Now, founder Mildred “Mama Dip” Council's youngest daughter, Anita “Spring” Council, has published a collection of recipes, family secrets, and personal vignettes about coming of age as a Black girl in the Jim Crow South. Anita discusses the book, titled Southern Roots: Recipes and Stories from Mama Dip's Daughter. Family photo courtesy of  Anita “Spring” Council

The Bachelorette is in total chaos after a shocking video surfaced — and now ABC is scrambling. We break down the full timeline, what the footage shows, and why this could cost the network MILLIONS. Plus, Chef Stu shares his wild DM exchange with Chelsea Handler (yes, she's literally setting people up on Instagram), and we get into Bravo drama as fans react to The Real Housewives of Miami being put on pause. From casting controversies to viral scandals, this week in pop culture is completely unhinged. TRAVEL TO IRELAND WITH CHEF STU: https://trovatrip.com/trip/europe/ireland/ireland-with-stuart-okeeffe-sep-09-2026 NUCORE HEALTH ⁠⁠https://nucorehealth.com/⁠⁠ MONTH OF MARCH GLP1 giving 100$ off your order Code: CHEFSTU100 Chef Stu Social - send your questions for “Kitchen Quick Fix” Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefstuartokeeffe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chefstuartokeeffe Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/chefstuartokeeffe TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chefstuart?lang=en Chef Stu's Cookbooks & Seasoning: Quick Six Fix - https://amzn.to/49zVeB0 Cook It, Spill It, Throw It: The Not-So-Real Housewives Parody Cookbook - https://amzn.to/49A8UMi Chef Stu Lovely Seasonings - https://chefstuart.com This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or the Hurrdat Media YouTube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Head Peloton Instructor and former lawyer Robin Arzon has a new cookbook called Eat to Hustle: 75 High-Protein Plant-Based Recipes. A diabetic and a strength training advocate, she shares vegan protein recipes from the book, and talks about techniques for getting the most out of plant-based proteins. Cover art courtesy of the publisher

There may be no such thing as "the best," but journalist and food writer Ella Quittner didn't let that stop her from diving into ways to make "the best" scrambled eggs, pasta, meatballs, or even bacon. She discusses her new cookbook, Obsessed With the Best: 100+ Methodically Perfected Recipes Based on 20+ Head-to-Head Tests, in which she records her deeply researched techniques to use to produce maximal flavor with minimum effort. Cover art courtesy of the publisher

Erin & Tam dive into a list of unexpected hobbies people are picking up lately. From silent book clubs to mastering one recipe at a time, we explore what makes these hobbies appealing and why niche hobbies are having a moment. “12 Of-The-Moment Hobbies To Try This Year” by Jolie Kerr The Washington Post

Kathy Hilton shocked the entire table during the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Italy trip when she snapped at Amanda with the now-viral line: “Know your place.” On this episode of Don't Let It Stu, Chef Stu O'Keeffe and comedian Keith Carlisle break down the awkward RHOBH dinner, Dorit dominating the season, and why fans are getting tired of the drama. Plus — Teresa Giudice is reportedly facing foreclosure on her $6.5 million home after an $800K loan controversy, Boy George has advice for rising pop star Chappell Roan about fame, and the internet is obsessed with a hilarious Selena Gomez impersonation TikTok. TRAVEL TO IRELAND WITH CHEF STU: https://trovatrip.com/trip/europe/ireland/ireland-with-stuart-okeeffe-sep-09-2026 NUCORE HEALTH ⁠https://nucorehealth.com/⁠ MONTH OF MARCH GLP1 giving 100$ off your order Code: CHEFSTU100 Chef Stu Social - send your questions for “Kitchen Quick Fix” Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefstuartokeeffe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chefstuartokeeffe Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/chefstuartokeeffe TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chefstuart?lang=en Chef Stu's Cookbooks & Seasoning: Quick Six Fix - https://amzn.to/49zVeB0 Cook It, Spill It, Throw It: The Not-So-Real Housewives Parody Cookbook - https://amzn.to/49A8UMi Chef Stu Lovely Seasonings - https://chefstuart.com This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or the Hurrdat Media YouTube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to another episode of the Cookbook Love Podcast. Most people think the outcome of writing a cookbook is the finished book, but I've seen something much bigger happen along the way. In this episode, I explore what really happens when we choose a meaningful creative challenge like writing a cookbook. Many cookbook writers I work with are already successful professionals: chefs, dietitians, coaches, and entrepreneurs who decide to write a book not because they have to, but because the work matters to them. I share the unexpected benefits I've seen from writing a cookbook, including identity shifts, creative discipline, professional credibility, community, and new opportunities. In this episode, I talk about: • Why writing a cookbook is a chosen challenge • How creative projects activate your agency and identity • Why hard work doesn't have to feel miserable • The deeper benefits that come from finishing a creative project Whether you're writing a cookbook, building a food business, or starting another creative project, this episode will help you see the deeper transformation that can happen when you commit to creating something meaningful. If you want to get paid to write a cookbook, join our waitlist for the next cohort of Cookbooks on KDP.   

Reality TV drama is heating up this week! Stu and Jami break down Meghan Markle's controversial new $5K retreat, and whether it's another attempt to stay relevant after Netflix reportedly dropped her show. Then they dive into The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, including Amanda Francis' flashy money flexes, Dorit's ongoing financial drama, and why fans are calling this season “boring.” Plus: Tyra Banks resurfaces online with old viral clips, Bravo show recommendations, and the reality TV moments everyone is talking about right now. TRAVEL TO IRELAND WITH CHEF STU: https://trovatrip.com/trip/europe/ireland/ireland-with-stuart-okeeffe-sep-09-2026 NUCORE HEALTH https://nucorehealth.com/ MONTH OF MARCH GLP1 giving 100$ off your order Code: CHEFSTU100 Chef Stu Social - send your questions for “Kitchen Quick Fix” Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefstuartokeeffe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chefstuartokeeffe Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/chefstuartokeeffe TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chefstuart?lang=en Chef Stu's Cookbooks & Seasoning: Quick Six Fix - https://amzn.to/49zVeB0 Cook It, Spill It, Throw It: The Not-So-Real Housewives Parody Cookbook - https://amzn.to/49A8UMi Chef Stu Lovely Seasonings - https://chefstuart.com This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or the Hurrdat Media YouTube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andre Fowles is a former chef at Miss Lily's, the popular Jamaican restaurant and bar right off Tompkins Square Park. Fowles, who is also the personal chef of Bruce Springsteen, discusses his new cookbook, My Jamaican Table: Vibrant Recipes from a Sun-Drenched Island, including how to cook Jamaican food at home, and the special connection between Jamaica and New York. Image: From My Jamaican Table by Andre Fowles (Artisan Books). Copyright © 2026. Photographs by Michael Condran

The latest cookbook from James Beard Award-winner Anissa Helou presents an in-depth look at the history of Lebanese cuisine throughout the country, from Helou's hometown of Beirut, to Tripoli, to the mountainous regions. The cookbook is titled Lebanon: Cooking the Foods of My Homeland. Helou will be speaking at MOFAD on March 10 at 7 pm. Photo by Kristin Perers

Daisy Kelliher joins Don't Let It Stu to break down the latest chaos on Below Deck Down Under — from Chef Ben's timing struggles to the infamous swimsuit delay that had fans spiraling. Daisy gets candid about managing pressure in the galley, why “you should've said NOW” isn't an excuse, and what really happens behind the scenes when dinner runs 20 minutes late. She also reveals how 16–18 hour days without breaks lead to real drama (no scripts involved). Plus, Daisy teases what's still to come this season, including major tension in the galley. IRELAND TRIP WITH CHEF STU: https://trovatrip.com/get-connected?hostId=698e52b862d88a4738387f75&host=Chef+Stuart Chef Stu Social - send your questions for “Kitchen Quick Fix” Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefstuartokeeffe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chefstuartokeeffe Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/chefstuartokeeffe TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chefstuart?lang=en Chef Stu's Cookbooks & Seasoning: Quick Six Fix - https://amzn.to/49zVeB0 Cook It, Spill It, Throw It: The Not-So-Real Housewives Parody Cookbook - https://amzn.to/49A8UMi Chef Stu Lovely Seasonings - https://chefstuart.com This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or the Hurrdat Media YouTube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new cookbook offers advice for South Asian cooking techniques including how to build a Masala Dabba, how to make ordinary ingredients sing, and best practices for cooking with spices. Diaspora Spice. Co. founder Sana Javeri Kadri and recipe developer Asha Loupy discuss some of the recipes from their debut cookbook, The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook: Seasonal Home Cooking from South Asia's Best Spice Farms, which releases March 3rd. Cover art courtesy of Harvest

Lisa Rinna is making headlines again after claiming she was allegedly “roofied” at The Abbey — but is the timing suspicious with her new book launch? We break down the drama, including her comments about Garcelle Beauvais, her feud with Kathy Hilton, and whether this is classic Rinna PR. We also discuss the heartbreaking news of Mary Cosby's son Robert Jr. and the realities of addiction, plus Whitney Rose's potential legal trouble on The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. Then we recap Below Deck — from Chef Ben's kitchen chaos to Daisy's meltdown, the snorkeling scare, and Annette's never-ending complaints. It's Bravo chaos at its finest on this episode of Don't Let It Stu with Chef Stu and Kelly and Sarah. Chef Stu and Georgio also break down Below Deck chef tension, the possible return of blunt daytime TV energy, and why podcasts are replacing traditional talk shows — on this episode of Don't Let It Stu. IRELAND TRIP WITH CHEF STU: https://trovatrip.com/get-connected?hostId=698e52b862d88a4738387f75&host=Chef+Stuart Chef Stu Social - send your questions for “Kitchen Quick Fix” Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefstuartokeeffe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chefstuartokeeffe Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/chefstuartokeeffe TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chefstuart?lang=en Chef Stu's Cookbooks & Seasoning: Quick Six Fix - https://amzn.to/49zVeB0 Cook It, Spill It, Throw It: The Not-So-Real Housewives Parody Cookbook - https://amzn.to/49A8UMi Chef Stu Lovely Seasonings - https://chefstuart.com This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or the Hurrdat Media YouTube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brandi Glanville's shocking health update may finally explain her facial swelling after reports her breast implants leaked silicone into her lymph nodes. Plus Vicki Gunvalson gets detained in Mexico over car parts, the America's Next Top Model documentary sparks backlash against Tyra Banks, and Bethenny and Ramona have an awkward real-life run-in that feels straight out of old RHONY. Chef Stu and Georgio also break down Below Deck chef tension, the possible return of blunt daytime TV energy, and why podcasts are replacing traditional talk shows — on this episode of Don't Let It Stu. IRELAND TRIP WITH CHEF STU: https://trovatrip.com/get-connected?hostId=698e52b862d88a4738387f75&host=Chef+Stuart Chef Stu Social - send your questions for “Kitchen Quick Fix” Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefstuartokeeffe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chefstuartokeeffe Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/chefstuartokeeffe TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chefstuart?lang=en Chef Stu's Cookbooks & Seasoning: Quick Six Fix - https://amzn.to/49zVeB0 Cook It, Spill It, Throw It: The Not-So-Real Housewives Parody Cookbook - https://amzn.to/49A8UMi Chef Stu Lovely Seasonings - https://chefstuart.com This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or the Hurrdat Media YouTube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices