Best Foodnetwork Podcasts (2024)

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Thaao Penghlis: How Kourabiedes (Greek Wedding Cookies) Changed His Life 28:30

17d ago28:30

28:30

Emmy Award Winning Actor and Daytime TV's favorite villain, Thaao Penghlis, recently released his cookbook: "Seducing Celebrities One Meal at a Time." This Australian-born Renaissance Man has traveled the world and hosted memorable dinner parties in his Hollywood Hills home with high profile celebrities. While this cookbook imagines the perfect mea…

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Eating Insects: An Interview with Award-Winning Scholar, The Ohio State University Professor, and Cultural Anthropologist, Jeffrey Cohen 52:45

25d ago52:45

52:45

In this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, will be interviewing Distinguished Professor and Cultural Anthropologist at The Ohio State University, Jeffrey Cohen. Simon and Jeffrey will talk about insects and how they might become a useful source of protein for some countries. Of the 8 billion people on earth, almost 2 billion of them…

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Milk It For All It’s Worth: The History of Milk & Milk Substitutes 41:28

1M ago41:28

41:28

In this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, will look at the development of milk and milk substitutes. This episode will take us through early times of human kind, when people could not keep milk, but turned it into cheese and butter; through times where drinking milk was considered barbaric by the Greeks and Romans, through the 18th…

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Celebrity Chef Dave White Sets Sail with "Salted" 27:55

1M ago27:55

27:55

Celebrity Chef Dave White recently released his first cookbook "Salted:A Recipe Book with a Story to Tell." This new book spotlights 50 of his favorite recipes and adventurous travels (photos included) around the world. Before he was the chef on Bravo's "Below Deck Mediterranean," Chef White cooked in some of the finest kitchens in London and Paris…

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Interview with the Award-Winning Curator, Islamic Art Specialist & Curator of the “Dining with the Sultan” Exhibit at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Linda Komaroff 57:29

1M ago57:29

57:29

In this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, will be talking to Linda Komaroff, the Curator and Department Head of Art of the Middle East at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. They will discuss LACMA’s latest exhibition, “Dining with the Sultan: The Fine Art of Feasting.” It is a fascinating conversation that will feature the influ…

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Interview with Matt Davies, General Manager of the Award-Winning Sauce, Henderson’s Relish 56:44

2M ago56:44

56:44

In this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, will be interviewing Matt Davies, the General Manager of Henderson’s Relish, or Hendo’s, as it is known in its hometown of Sheffield, England, and described by Matt Helder of the Arctic Monkeys as “Like Worcester Sauce, but one million times better.” Simon and Matt will discuss Hendo’s, one…

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Awesome Sauce: The History of Sauces 51:42

2M ago51:42

51:42

In this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, will look at the development of sauces. This will span from the fish sauces of ancient China, and the “Garum “ sauce of ancient Greece and Rome, though to the sauces of the Middle Ages and to the “Mother” sauces both of Carême and Escoffier. Along the way he will talk about the “Ketchup,” w…

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Monica Rothgery: Lessons from the Drive Through 36:23

2M ago36:23

36:23

Monica Rothgery, former COO of KFC US, part of Yum Brands, shares inspiring lessons about excellence along with surprising insights into fast food kitchens. Monica's recent book, "Lessons from the Drive-Thru: Real Life Wisdom for Frontline Leaders" goes beyond optimal team management practices and provides great advice for everyone who is pursuing …

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Interview with Historian and Award Winning Author, Theresa McCulla 52:09

2M ago52:09

52:09

In this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, will be interviewing one of our favorite interviewees, Theresa McCulla, who talked to us last time about the history of beer. This time, Theresa turns her attention to one of Simon’s favorite places to eat on the planet, New Orleans. They will talk about Theresa’s book, “Insatiable City,” w…

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The Menu: The History of the Restaurant & Eating Out 44:29

2M ago44:29

44:29

In this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, will look at the history of the restaurant from the ancient times of China and Greece, to how the Thermopolium of Rome used to operate, through the Middle Ages of British taverns, and to how the USA began to develop new ways of serving food, such as “Fast Food” style, “Diners” style, and “D…

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A Taste of Luxury, History and Hospitality at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel 16:24

2M ago16:24

16:24

Kitchen Chat Host and Founder Margaret McSweeney is joind by Executive Pastry Chef Riccardo Menicucci for "A Taste of Luxury, History and Hospitality at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel". The Beverly Wilshire is a sweet destination, especially during Oscars Week. This year's amenities included a film projector made of Valrhona Manjari, a luxu…

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Interview with Award-Winning Chef, Multiple Guinness Record Holder, and Thai Cuisine Culinary Ambassador, Jet Tila 55:38

3M ago55:38

55:38

In this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, will be interviewing Chef Jet Tila, a passionate chef of all things Thai cuisine. They will be talking about the origins of Thai food in Thailand as well as the popularity of Thai food throughout the world, where it now ranks as one of the favorite meals of “Dine-In” or “Take Out” cuisines.…

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ENCORE: Alice Waters Queen of the Garden 40:53

3M ago40:53

40:53

As we await the beautiful produce that will soon be arriving at our Farmer’s Markets, I thought it would be a good time to celebrate Spring with this encore piece featuring Alice Waters. Always remember to take a moment and Savor the Day! Chef Alice Waters is a counterculture culinary hero who has helped pioneer the farm to table movement in the Un…

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Sandra Gutierrez: The Julia Child of Latin American Cuisine 34:24

4M ago34:24

34:24

"Latin American Cuisine is like a house. I see Mexico as the front door with all the dishes we are most familiar with. But once you open and walk through that door, you can see twenty other kitchens full of food, vibrancy and amazing ingredients." Sandra Gutierrez. Sandra Gutierrez and I met in the White House Garden in 2015 during an International…

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Chef Florian V. Hugo: A Passion for Notre Dame and French Cuisine 50:33

4M ago50:33

50:33

“Everything changes. The only thing that remains immovable across the centuries and fixes the character of a people is cooking.” Victor Hugo The Cathedral de Notre Dame holds a special place of legacy for Chef Florian V. Hugo and for me. Chef Florian is the great great great great great-grandson of the literary maestro Victor Hugo, author of Hunchb…

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Wyatt Russell: Savor the Sip with Lake Hour Sparkling Cocktail 5:38

4M ago5:38

5:38

"Savor the Day" is the tagline of my life. It's a reminder to find and live your joy while connecting with family and friends. The multi-talented Wyatt Russell exemplifies how to "Savor the Day" and savor the sip with his approach to life and work. In addition to his athletic and acting careers, Wyatt is an entrepreneur as co-founder of Lake Hour, …

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Nancy Brinker: Leading the Global Movement to End Breast Cancer 44:36

5M ago44:36

44:36

"Find a great need in a near edge and act upon it to make a difference" as my father always encouraged. This has proven to be a powerful recipe for action, especially for Nancy Brinker, a three-time Ambassador and New York Times best-selling author, and Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient. She launched two impactful charitable organizations fro…

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Lidia Bastianich: "A Celebration of Family and Food" 30:48

7M ago30:48

30:48

What a joy it was to take Kitchen Chat on the road recently to New York's famed Becco and sit down with Lidia Bastianich in celebration of the publication of her sixteenth cookbook! Time with Lidia, a multiple Emmy and James Beard Award winning public television host, author, entrepreneur and fellow member of Les Dames d’Escoffier is always inspiri…

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Let Them Eat Cake: The History of Cake 45:47

7M ago45:47

45:47

In this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar,delvesinto the history of cake. It is a story that takes us back to the times of the Mesopotamians and the ancient Egyptians, where cakes have been used not just as food for the living but also for the afterlife; through the era of the ancient Greeks and Romans, where “Placenta” cakes abound…

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A Kitchen Chat with Great American Family and Hallmark Star, Jen Lilley and Adua Ring 29:07

7M ago29:07

29:07

Tis the Season for giving. Jen Lilley's heart for children has turned into an unexpected fundraising effort to provide 25,000 toys to children around the globe. Christmas is Not Cancelled is in its third year of bringing joy to the world. The deadline for donations is December 9, 2023. However, you can always donate next year if you miss the deadli…

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Interview with World - Renowned Iron Chef and Best - Selling Cookbook Author , Alex Guarnaschelli 58:47

7M ago58:47

58:47

In this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, has a dynamic discussion with world-renowned Iron Chef, best-selling cookbook author, and our pal, Alex Guarnaschelli, about food television, culinary schools and culinary apprenticeships, her fantastic new book with her daughter, Ava, called “Cook It Up,” and iconic chefs in our generation…

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Interview with Award-Winning Writer, Rossi Anastopoulo 57:51

7M ago57:51

57:51

In this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, has an engaging chat with Rossi Anastopoulo, an award-winning writer and authorof the book “Sweet Land of Liberty: A History of America in 11 Pies.” They touch on how apple pie, haupia pie, chiffon pie, navy bean pie, and many more, not only represent tasty treats but how they also reveal f…

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Sophisticated Fun with Chef Michael Mignano 19:50

7M ago19:50

19:50

"Sophisticated Fun" is the mantra for Chef Michael Mignano, Executive Chef/Culinary Director at The Pierre, a Taj Hotel. Since 1930, this iconic hotel has defined "timeless New York City luxury," and Auguste Escoffier was the opening chef and designer of the original kitchen. Chef Mignano continues this outstanding legacy of luxury and hospitality …

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A Right Earful: The History of Corn 42:03

7M ago42:03

42:03

In this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar,looksinto the history of corn. From its origins in Mexico, and its spread throughout the Americas and the rest of the world, corn has played a role in trade, through migration of peoples–whether voluntary or involuntary–and through colonization. And particularly, corn, and the Native peoples…

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Interview with James Beard Award - Winning Chef and Best - Selling Author, Rocco DiSpirito 1:00:01

8M ago1:00:01

1:00:01

In this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, has an animated conversation with James Beard award-winning chef, best-selling authorand our pal, Rocco DiSpirito, about how Italian American cuisine became ubiquitous in the US. They also chat about their favorite Italian American dishes, as well as their favorite roast potatoes and other …

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We Didn’t Start the Fire: The History of Fire and the Oven 33:18

8M ago33:18

33:18

In this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, delves into the history of when humans first started using fire for cooking, and how our ancestors progressed to cooking in ovens. From cooking using flames from naturally occurring phenomena, to other sources of heat, and frominventing primitive earth ovens, to closed ovens, to portable ov…

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Kitchen Chat: A Taste of Luxury, History and Hospitality. The Pierre New York, A Taj Hotel 15:58

8M ago15:58

15:58

Welcome to the new Kitchen Chat series called A Taste of Luxury, History and Hospitality. In this first episode, we will visit The Pierre New York, A Taj Hotel. This iconic place has defined luxury and hospitality since 1930 in New York City. The culinary history is epic in that Auguste Escoffier, known as the father of the world's chefs, was the o…

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Interview with Award - Winning Chef, Ippy Aiona 1:00:25

8M ago1:00:25

1:00:25

In this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, has a spirited chat with Philip “Ippy” Aiona, who is anaward-winning chef, the youngest finalist onthe hit show “Food Network Star,”and our friend.Simon and Ippy discuss Hawaiian history and, of course, Hawaiian cuisine as shaped by Native Hawaiians and subsequent groups that has since arri…

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The History of Chicken: The Egg or the Hen 37:35

8M ago37:35

37:35

In this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, shares the fascinating history of chicken, which arguably has increased humans’ meat consumption in recent memory. It is an animal that originated in Asia, has links to the Tyrannosaurus Rex, and initially spread around the world through cockfighting. The evolution of the chicken –and its e…

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Cliveden House: A Taste of English History 5:06

9M ago5:06

5:06

Nestled amongst 370 acres of gardens and grounds is the grandeur of the historic Cliveden House. Originally built in 1666 by the Duke of Buckingham, the last owner was William Waldorf Astor who rebuilt the estate to what it is today. The National Trust is the owner of Cliveden House which is now a breathtaking luxury five star hotel. Recently, I bo…

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Kitchen Chat® in Antibes with Chef Lee Burton 17:03

9M ago17:03

17:03

Join Margaret McSweeney and Chef Lee Burton at a table by a tree-lined gravel driveway in front of an 18th century villa in Antibes for a special Kitchen Chat. Both Chef Lee and Margaret share Alabama roots and enjoyed connecting the dots of mutual friends and southern childhood taste memories. Enjoy the background sounds of cicadas singing and the…

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Chef Eric Lanlard: Royal Ascot Afternoon Tea 19:11

11M ago19:11

19:11

Highly acclaimed pastry chef Eric Lanlard, owner of Cakeboy Cookery School in London shares some great tips to enjoy an Afternoon Tea. As Chef for the Royal Ascot Afternoon Tea, Chef Lanlard prepared around 6,500 Afternoon Tea servings this season including 20,000 scones. Queen Anne founded Ascot Racecourse in 1711 and even stopped there often on h…

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Butcher on the Block with Chef Matt Moore 25:58

12M ago25:58

25:58

As the grandson of a Butcher, Chef and Southern Gentleman Matt Moore's passion for meat is literally in his bones. As the author of the acclaimed A Southern Gentleman's Kitchen, South's Best Butts and Serial Griller, Chef Moore shares his rich legacy of recipes and methods for both 'low and slow' or 'fast and hot' cooking. Chef Moore shares his lat…

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Compound Butter with Chef Sheana Davis 29:10

1y ago29:10

29:10

Flavored butters from around the globe sound enticing, and as Kitchen Chat discovered they are easy to make and utterly delicious. Trained in the kitchen of M.F.K. Fisher, Chef Sheana Davis shares her priceless recipes and the origin story of her now world-famous compound butter passion in her wonderful new book: Buttermonger. As a young culinarian…

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