Best Crystal Velasquez Podcasts (2024)

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803: Priya Krishna’s Kitchen Adventures and Snacking Bakes with Yossy Arefi 50:08

6d ago50:08

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This week, we’re bringing you two guests that will get you excited about cooking and baking. First, New York Times food desk reporter Priya Krishna tells us about her food writing career, building connections through her stories and travels and her most recent book, Priya’s Kitchen Adventures: A Cookbook for Kids. In her book, she draws recipes fro…

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Check Out: Be My Guest with Ina Garten 27:53

11d ago27:53

27:53

In each episode of Be My Guest, Ina does what she does best - welcomes a different friend at her home to talk about life, love, and career, all while cooking an amazing meal or two. Before she was a culinary icon, Ina was an iconic host - making her guests feel comfortable just as easily as she makes a four-course meal. Who wouldn’t want to spend a…

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780: Spring Cookbook Roundup 50:23

9d ago50:23

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This week, we are celebrating the spring cookbooks of 2023! First, we talk with Chef Lara Lee about her approach to flavorful meals using iconic Asian ingredients from her pantry, including recipes for her stellar Tom Yum Bloody Mary and Sambal Patatas Bravas - crispy potatoes topped with a sambal spiced tomato mixture and a bit of mayo! Addictive!…

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802: Chasing Flavor with Carla Hall and Roots, Heart, Soul with Todd Richards 50:19

16d ago50:19

50:19

Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Pandora This week, it’s the food journeys of two chefs. First, TV Star and author Carla Hall joins us to talk about her latest show, Chasing Flavor. She brings us stories about her filming and travels and the connection between people and their food. She sticks around to answer some…

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779: Fruits & Veggies with Abra Berens and Sheela Prakash 50:00

23d ago50:00

50:00

This week, we promise you will get your recommended dose of fruits and vegetables! Award-winning author Abra Berens takes us on a sweet and savory journey with fruit. From best cooking methods to subtle and exotic pickling methods- think Brined Cherries + Salty Snacks, to advice on picking the best fruit to throw on the grill. She’s the author of t…

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801: Islas: A Celebration of Tropical Cooking with Von Diaz and My Life in Recipes, Food, Family and Memories with Joan Nathan 50:03

1M ago50:03

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We are looking at food stories from different cultures this week. First, documentarian and journalist Von Diaz joins us to talk about her latest book, Islas: A Celebration of Tropical Cooking. She writes about island cuisine from all over the world and talks about her academic field research, the connections she feels when she is on an island, and …

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778: Spring Baking with Natasha Pickowicz, Esteban Castillo, and Chetna Makan 49:57

1M ago49:57

49:57

We’re all about baking today, from New York to Mexico to London by way of India. First, Pastry Chef Natasha Pickowicz talks to us about her favorite recipes and her baking process. Then, she shares her baking techniques, from bringing egg whites back to life to saving overbaked cakes by soaking them in delicious liquid. She is the author of More Th…

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800: Start Here with Sohla El-Waylly 49:24

2M ago49:24

49:24

This week, we spend the hour with cooking columnist and internet sensation, Sohla El-Waylly. We talk about her connection to food and how she got her start as a pastry chef, writer, and recipe developer. She talks about her work in restaurants and her passion for teaching people how to cook. And she answers your cooking questions, from the best way…

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777: Chef Robynne Maii Takes On Your Culinary Quandaries & Magic Crispy Things with Nik Sharma 50:17

2M ago50:17

50:17

This week, Honolulu chef Robynne Maii teams up with Francis to answer your cooking questions! First, we catch up on her connection to cooking and dancing, what she grew up eating thanks to her mom's love of faithfully following a recipe, and what she loves to eat as a Honolulu local. Then she dives right in with our listener questions, from what to…

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799: The Dish with Andrew Friedman and Flavorama with Arielle Johnson 49:50

2M ago49:50

49:50

This week, we're all about the world of restaurants and flavor. First, we talked with Andrew Friedman about his career, writing about American food culture, chefs, and the restaurant scene. He talks to us about his latest project, spending time behind the swinging doors of a restaurant and how all the kitchen roles—from the butcher to the delivery …

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776: Chinese Tea with Theresa Wong & Masala Chai with Leena Trivedi-Grenier 49:56

2M ago49:56

49:56

This week, we dive into the world of tea, its history, and traditions. First up, we visit the T Shop in New York City with East Asian tea expert Theresa Wong. Theresa leads Francis through a tea tasting, from black, thru oolong all the way to green. We learn a few brewing tips along the way as well. Then, food and culture writer Leena Trevedi-Greni…

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798: On the Road – Orange County, CA with Gustavo Arellano, Daniel & Brenda Castillo, Kenneth Nguyen & Patricia Huang 50:06

3M ago50:06

50:06

This week, we’re bringing you a show we recorded with LAist in Orange County, CA, one of the richest food scenes in the US. We talk to award-winning journalist Gustavo Arellano about the evolution of OC’s culinary scene, the immigrant influences, and how its diverse foodways continue to be embraced by the different generations. Gustavo is the Los A…

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775: Home Cooking with Gavin Kaysen 50:32

3M ago50:32

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This week, we talk about home cooking with Minneapolis chef Gavin Kaysen. He tells us how he finds a balance between cooking at home and cooking at a restaurant and writing his latest cookbook, aptly titled, At Home. He shares tips for making the cooking process less stressful and how to think about it as an enjoyment versus a task. He leaves us wi…

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797: Melissa Clark’s Deep Dive into Salt & Crystal Wilkinson on her Kitchen Ghosts 50:19

3M ago50:19

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This week, we talk to two award-winning authors about their latest work. First, The New York Times cooking columnist Melissa Clark talks to us about her deep dive into the world of salt. From exploring salt harvesting in France to the history and revival of artisanal salts, she walks us through different types of salt and their uses in cooking. She…

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774: On the Road – Hawaii with Chefs Sheldon Simeon, Ed Kenney, Robynne Maii and More! 50:21

3M ago50:21

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We took the show on the road for a live event at the Hawaii Theatre Center in Honolulu. First, we spoke to Hawaii Public Radio’s Culture and Arts reporter Jayna Omaye and Chef Sheldon Simeon of Tin Roof Maui about Hawaiian cuisine’s unique mix of cultures. Then, James Beard award-winning chef Robynne Maii of Fête in Chinatown, Honolulu, and chef-ow…

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796: Soup Season with Mariana Velásquez, Gregory Gourdet, and Jing Gao 49:51

3M ago49:51

49:51

This week, we welcome the cold with delicious soup! Food Stylist Mariana Velásquez Villegas, author of Colombiana: A Rediscovery of Recipes and Rituals from the Soul of Colombia talks us through Colombia's biodiversity and regional identity and the unique foods it inspires like Sancocho. This hearty stew brings people together in a communal dining …

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773: Happy Lunar New Year! 49:56

4M ago49:56

49:56

This week it’s a look at the different Lunar New Year celebrations in China, Vietnam, and Korea. First, Sarah and Kaitlin Leung talk about their Chinese New Year traditions and the symbolism behind the dishes they serve at their new year table. Sarah and Kaitlin, along with their parents, Judy and Bill, are the family behind The Woks of Life blog a…

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795: Iconic Midwestern Food with Paul Fehribach and George Motz 49:45

4M ago49:45

49:45

This week, we explore some of the iconic dishes of the Midwest. First, we talked to chef Paul Fehribach about Midwestern cuisine and the history of its unique dishes as they evolved from generations of immigrants. From the evolution of Midwestern-style barbecue to Cincinnati chili, considered by Paul to be one of the oldest examples of fusion cooki…

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724: The Power of Smell with Harold McGee 50:44

4M ago50:44

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Have you ever wondered why things in the world have the smells that they do? Food science writer Harold McGee, long a fan of flavor, explored the world of smell to find out. He joins Francis to talk about his discoveries, explaining how he “listens” to smells, and what it can teach us about our lives. He’s one of the legends of food science writing…

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718: Things You’ve Gotta Try 50:02

5M ago50:02

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This week, we’re all about trying some new things in the kitchen. We’ve got unexpected ideas from our listeners and from pros like Milk Bar’s Christina Tosi. Food & Wine’s restaurant editor Khushbu Shah weighs in on the best way to cook rice and their wine editor Ray Isle turns to canned wine. Chef Pierre Thiam introduces us the African super grain…

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794: Holiday Cheer with Nik Sharma, Claire Saffitz, & Toni Tipton-Martin 50:20

5M ago50:20

50:20

This week, we have just what you need to prepare for this holiday season. First, award-winning author and food scientist Nik Sharma shares his favorite holiday traditions and food pairings that will make your vegetables shine at the table. He is the author of Veg-Table, Recipes, Techniques and Plant Science for Big-Flavored, Vegetable-Focused Meals…

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Bonus Episode: The One Recipe's Holiday Special 2023 47:56

5M ago47:56

47:56

We’re dropping a bonus episode in our feed this week from our Sister Podcast, The One Recipe. Join host Jesse Sparks for a holiday edition of The Splendid Table’s sister podcast, The One Recipe. In this hour-long episode, Jesse talks to culinary superstars about their family traditions and their “One,” the recipe that signals the holidays have offi…

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771: Holiday Cookbooks 2022 49:35

5M ago49:35

49:35

We’ve got the most exciting cookbooks to gift this holiday season. Chef Chris Scott talks to us about his latest, Amish Soul Food and pays homage to the food of his Pennsylvanian German ancestors, and talks us through traditional recipes like chow chow, biscuits, and scrapple. He leaves us with his recipe for Okra Chow-Chow. Cynthia Shanmugalingam …

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793: The Secret of Cooking with Bee Wilson and Cassoulet Confessions with Sylvie Bigar 50:05

5M ago50:05

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This week, we’re all about discovering the secret of cooking—and exploring an iconic French Dish. First, Award-winning food historian Bee Wilson talks to us about her latest book, The Secret of Cooking: Recipes for an Easier Life in the Kitchen. She talks about how to find the joy in cooking with real-world advice, from embracing your favorite kitc…

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781: Eating With Funny People 49:56

12M ago49:56

49:56

This week, we're joined by two comedians to talk about their connection to food. First, Ivy Le, host of the podcast Fear of Going Outside. We quote, "Most nature shows are hosted by reckless white men, but avid indoors woman Ivy Le is an Asian mom with severe allergies. Last season, Ivy conquered camping. She's back, braving the outdoors to go hunt…

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Friends, Family & Feng Shui with Amy Shellhorn 1:29:07

2y ago1:29:07

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In this episode, Phallyn and Rosie invite a very special guest, Amy Shellhorn. There is history with the three ladies as Amy was the person who introduced Phallyn and Rosie to each other. Listen in on how the connection began and how they use BTB Feng Shui in their daily lives. You can connect with Amy at http://www.joyfulfamilyspaces.com/ to sched…

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How Everyday Things Like Food Ground Us 41:02

2y ago41:02

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Join in weekly with Phallyn Folse and Rosie Velasquez in their casual conversations on how they navigate life as empaths. They offer their favorite tips on how to step into your gifts while staying grounded in your daily life. They'll tap into different "clairs" and how to work with them. We've discussed going out in nature to ground, but we can us…

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New Beginnings 41:01

2+ y ago41:01

41:01

Phallyn and Rosie discuss how new beginnings can be a beautiful way to see what is most important to you in your life. Join in weekly with Phallyn Folse and Rosie Velasquez in their casual conversations on how they navigate life as empaths. They offer their favorite tips on how to step into your gifts while staying grounded in your daily life. They…

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How to See Dreams As a Glimpse Into the Future 1:07:12

2+ y ago1:07:12

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Dreams can be a powerful way to see what's to come. Phallyn and Rosie discuss how these glimpses can be beautiful messages of what's available to us and help us step into our calling. Join in weekly with Phallyn Folse and Rosie Velasquez in their casual conversations on how they navigate life as empaths. They offer their favorite tips on how to ste…

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How Tools, Crystals and Colors Open Up Our Clairs 49:17

2+ y ago49:17

49:17

In this episode, Phallyn shares how a story she heard opened up her mediumship abilites. Rosie and Phallyn also discuss how tools like pendulums, crystals and colors help you enhance your gifts and open up your clairs. Join in weekly with Phallyn Folse and Rosie Velasquez in their casual conversations on how they navigate life as empaths. They offe…

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Tapping Into the Land Your On 44:06

2+ y ago44:06

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Phallyn and Rosie share how to build a relationship with your home as well as the land you live on. Join in weekly with Phallyn Folse and Rosie Velasquez in their casual conversations on how they navigate life as empaths. They offer their favorite tips on how to step into your gifts while staying grounded in your daily life. They'll tap into differ…

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Trusting the Messages 38:53

2+ y ago38:53

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Oftentimes, as we begin to open up to our intuition, we can doubt the many ways we receive messages are more than just a fluke coincidence. In this episode, Phallyn and Rosie share some of the ways they receive messages and how to trust in your unique gifts. Join in weekly with Phallyn Folse and Rosie Velasquez in their casual conversations on how …

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How to Stay Grounded During the Holidays 35:41

2+ y ago35:41

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This is such a potent time with the transition from the end of the year to the possibilities as we look gaze onto the beginning of the new year. As a highly sensitive person, it can be really difficult during the holiday season. Our nervous systems may be completely disrupted by family, work gatherings, finances, and even indulgences. In this episo…

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Meet the Clairs Angels 30:19

2+ y ago30:19

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Meet hosts Phallyn Folse and Rosie Velasquez in this brand new podcast cheekily name Clairs Angles. Phallyn and Rosie cover how they met and how they want to bring the oftentimes confusing feelings of opening up to your intuitive gift. Fast friends and now business partners of Clarifully.com, a new approach to community and interactive online learn…