Best Deb Perelman Podcasts (2024)

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Mailbag Part 2 27:59

1h ago27:59

27:59

We know you don’t want to burn your food in the kitchen (unless it’s a char/sear kinda situation), but you know what else you don’t want to burn? You, the cook. Deb and Kenji reveal their tips for avoiding cooking burnout, as well as how to mine your own sodium citrate at home. Did your eyes get whiplash reading this? Buckle up because your letters…

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Mailbag Part 1 30:33

11d ago30:33

30:33

After putting out our first batch of episodes, we put out a call to our listeners — any questions? You sure did. Thanks to listeners from around the world who heeded our call, we bring you our first mailbag episode. Kenji and Deb debunk the 30-minute recipe, contemplate tiers of butter, go down the soup dumpling rabbit hole, and much more.…

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Podcast: A chat with Rosa Jackson, cookbook author and cooking school teacher 40:33

13d ago40:33

40:33

If anyone knows the cuisine of Nice, it’s Rosa Jackson, owner of Les Petits Farcis for over twenty years. Located in the sunny south of France, Niçoise cooking is known for its freshness and Mediterranean flavors, using ingredients that range from local olive oil and anchovies to vibrant vegetables, such as tomatoes, Swiss chard, and zucchini (and …

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Asparagus 40:41

25d ago40:41

40:41

In this episode, Kenji and Deb talk all about asparagus. You can roast it, puree it, sautee it, grill it, and even eat it raw. It can serve as a snack or as part of a main dish. Did you know it grows in different colors? Hear how Deb prepares asparagus as a family snack and how it can make for a great pizza topping. And it wouldn't be an episode ab…

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Grilled Chicken 37:10

1M ago37:10

37:10

Grilling season is here and so are Kenji and Deb to talk grilled chicken. From marinades to brines, to the one thing that can prevent dried-out grilled chicken: a meat thermometer. No easy access to a grill? We talk grill pans, using vinaigrette for grilled chicken, and a condiment base for your marinades that Deb now swears by. Recipes mentioned: …

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Iceberg Salad 41:22

2M ago41:22

41:22

Iceberg lettuce gets a bad rap, but can make a good wrap. In this episode, Kenji and Deb go all in on lettuce. From wedge salads with homemade ranch to chronicling the rise, fall, and resurgence of the hardest-working lettuce in the kitchen. Knife and fork wedge salads are just the tip of the iceberg. Iceberg lettuce soup? Pickled iceberg lettuce? …

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Grilled Cheese 43:15

2M ago43:15

43:15

News to us at Radiotopia, but there are some of you out there who have some really strong feelings about grilled cheese, almost enough for a whole separate podcast. What is it about this seemingly mellow, humble sandwich — a favorite of both small children and stoners — that elicits all this controversy? (It’s always the quiet ones.) Even if you do…

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James Park gets spicy & saucy with his debut, Chili Crisp 36:07

2M ago36:07

36:07

Episode 166: James Park This week, James Park joins us to discuss his first cookbook, Chili Crisp: 50+ Recipes to Satisfy Your Spicy, Crunchy, Garlicky Cravings. James is a seasoned recipe developer and food writer who has been published in outlets including Eater, Food52, BuzzFeed, and Chowhound. After moving from Korea to the American South when …

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Tomato Soup 41:14

3M ago41:14

41:14

Some people think tomato soup only exists to serve as a dipping sauce for grilled cheese, but Kenji and Deb are here to set them straight. A properly, lovingly made tomato soup — even with sad-looking supermarket tomatoes from February — can be a time portal, from the dreariest winter day to the peak of summer farmer’s market fresh. Kenji makes Deb…

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Podcast: A Chat with Jane Bertch, author of The French Ingredient: Making a Life in Paris One Lesson at a Time 48:25

3M ago48:25

48:25

Can I tell you how much fun it’s been getting to know Jane Bertch over the years? I’m not exactly sure how we met, but it may have been when I was leading tours and brought our guests for a day-long market tour and cooking class at La Cuisine, her cooking school in Paris. Everyone enjoyed the day very much, including me, and over the years, we’ve s…

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Pancakes 44:20

3M ago44:20

44:20

In preparation for this episode, Deb and Kenji fed their children so many pancakes that they are now on a pancake strike. But before you start feeling sorry for these young people, don’t forget they got to taste the rainbow of pancake styles. Tall and fluffy. Crisp and fluffy. Thin and crispy. The hottest pancake in the world right now, the Japanes…

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Meatloaf 35:55

4M ago35:55

35:55

Kenji and Deb have history with meatloaf that goes way, way back, to summer camp in the 80s. It was not love at first taste, but Deb has a moment of clarity and achieves meatloaf enlightenment. Kenji and Deb chew over “meat batter”, how many Meat Loaf references in one podcast episode constitutes audio malpractice, and if parents who send their tee…

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Podcast: A Chat with Deb Perelman of Smitten Kitchen 53:17

4M ago53:17

53:17

I remember when Deb Perelman, aka: Smitten Kitchen, came on the scene in 2006. A few of us had been blogging for a couple of years, doing our thing—when suddenly, a fresh new voice came out of the blue (and out of New York), that segued perfectly to the new way we eat, and cook—less rules, more fun, and how we write about food. If you’re anything l…

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Stovetop Mac and Cheese 38:16

4M ago38:16

38:16

Most people are familiar with the stuff in the blue box, but what might seem like a simple dish holds many nuances, from achieving that perfectly smooth cheese melt to avoiding greasiness or lumpiness. Find out why mac and cheese holds a special place in Kenji's heart and the results of Deb’s experience making Kenji’s three ingredient recipe. Recip…

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'The State of California Cuisine' is Native, Black, Arab, and More 57:01

5M ago57:01

57:01

Well, hello there! It’s been a minute. The Salt + Spine team has been busy taking some much-needed rest—and, of course, planning for an inspiring year ahead. What’s in store? Amazing podcast episodes, naturally, and all the typical goods: exclusive recipes, cookbook giveaways, and behind-the-spine content you won’t find anywhere else. But there’s m…

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Introducing: The Recipe with Kenji and Deb 1:34

5M ago1:34

1:34

New from Radiotopia, The Recipe with Kenji and Deb. Join us to hear what goes into writing our recipes — the techniques we test, the ingredients we taste — so that you can be on your way to creating your own perfect recipe. Whether you're cooking meatloaf, pancakes, or chicken soup, we got you, and you've got this. Episode 1 drops February 26. Foll…

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Podcast: A Chat (and Cooking Videos) with Trigg Brown of Win Son Bakery 42:45

6M ago42:45

42:45

The first time I went to Win Son bakery and café in Brooklyn, I wasn’t sure what to expect. It’s billed as a Taiwanese-American bakery, and I’m not too familiar with Taiwanese baked goods. I ordered a few things off the menu that sounded good, and after I brought them to the table, I started tasting my way around the tray, and everything I ate blew…

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S2 Ep. 8 – “Lobster Américaine” with Chris Keyser, Daniel Goldfarb, and Madhur Jaffrey 44:55

6M ago44:55

44:55

The finale is here! Before we say au revoir to The French Chef cast and crew, we check in with Julia creator Daniel Goldfarb and showrunner Chris Keyser for their take on Season Two as well as their favorite on-camera and behind-the-scenes moments. Host Kerry Diamond also talks to award-winning actor and cookbook author Madhur Jaffrey about her leg…

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S2 Ep. 7 – “Shrimp & Grits” with Chris Keyser and Alex Prud’homme 49:17

7M ago49:17

49:17

Lights, Camera, White House! In the latest episode, Julia takes her talents to Washington, D.C., to film a special on a White House state dinner, which was a historic first for the time. In this episode of Dishing On Julia, Later, Julia showrunner Chris Keyser joins Kerry to talk about this pivotal episode and how it fits into the season at large. …

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S2 Ep. 6 – “Chartwinkerie” with David Hyde Pierce, Fiona Glascott, and Jacques Pepin 42:15

7M ago42:15

42:15

In this episode, host Kerry Diamond talks to Julia’s very own David Hyde Pierce who plays Paul Child and Fiona Glascott who plays Judith Jones. In the second half of the show, Jacques Pepin, culinary icon and great friend of Julia’s, joins to share his early experiences in front of the camera and fond memories with Julia. Learn more about your ad c…

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From yuck cakes to vodka sawce, how Dan Pelosi built the Grossy universe 41:40

7M ago41:40

41:40

Hi there, I hope those of you who celebrated Thanksgiving had a relaxing and delicious moment of gratitude. Or maybe you went hard like I did? By the way: I’m so thankful for all of you, the Salt + Spine community. After six years, it’s incredible to continue to hear from you all—what you’re cooking, something in our interviews that stood out to yo…

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S2 Ep. 5 - “Bûche de Noël” with Erica Dunton, Emily Bensinger, and Grace Young 48:02

7M ago48:02

48:02

In Episode 5 of Dishing On Julia, host Kerry Diamond takes a deep dive with director Erica Dunton and writer Emily Bensinger. They share a peek behind the scenes of this very special episode and reflect on what makes Julia so enduring. In the second half of the episode, Grace Young joins Kerry to share the importance of Chinatowns and her fondest m…

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S2 Ep. 4 - “Chocolate Mousse” with Jenée LaMarque, Natalia Temesgen, and Erin French 45:02

7M ago45:02

45:02

In this episode, Julia director Jenée LaMarque and writer Natalia Temesgen join host Kerry Diamond to talk about the unique honor of telling stories rooted in history while reflecting on change. Later, Erin French of The Lost Kitchen in Maine talks about similarities with Julia, from starring in a TV program to writing bestselling cookbooks to work…

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S2 Ep. 3 - “Pressed Duck" with Erwin Stoff, Scott Ellis and Klancy Miller 42:58

7M ago42:58

42:58

In Julia's world, one golden rule holds true: Paris is always a good idea. In Episode 3 of Dishing On Julia, host Kerry Diamond takes a deep dive into Episode 3 of Julia with executive producer Erwin Stoff and director Scott Ellis. They share what made Julia herself so special and the particular challenges and delights of creating this episode on l…

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S2 Ep. 2 - “Fried Chicken" with Christine Tobin and Deb Perelman 43:46

7M ago43:46

43:46

In Episode 2 of Dishing On Julia, we’re pulling back the culinary curtain to reveal the magic that happens both on the set of Julia and behind the blog Smitten Kitchen. In the first half of this episode, host Kerry Diamond talks to food stylist Christine Tobin about her creative process and strong loyalty to historical accuracy. In the second half,…

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S2 Ep. 1 - “Loup en Croûte" with Daniel Goldfarb and Eric Ripert 45:18

7M ago45:18

45:18

When Julia Child stole the hearts and stomachs of households across the nation, no one knew how far she’d go—least of all herself. In the Season 2 premiere, we find Julia and the gang in the Provençal countryside, contemplating her next adventure. For the inaugural episode of Season 2 of Dishing On Julia, host Kerry Diamond talks to Julia creator a…

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LIVE at Hog Island Oyster Co. with co-founder John Finger and chef John Ash 43:28

8M ago43:28

43:28

Hi there. First today: We’re remembering beloved photographer Aubrie Pick, who tragically passed away last week after a battle with cancer. Aubrie’s work was stunning and personal, and she was a visionary creative force in the Bay Area. Elana Kadvany writes in the San Francisco Chronicle: Pick’s images — vibrant and charismatic, like the photograph…

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Dishing On Julia S2 - Trailer 0:57

8M ago0:57

0:57

Julia Child is back. The OG celebrity chef, the trailblazer, the feminist icon. The woman who made America fall in love with French cuisine and who turned cooking into a spectator sport. Join us each week for a discussion on the second season of the Max Original series Julia, inspired by the life of Julia Child, and discover how her talent, determi…

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In Their Words: Hetty Lui McKinnon reads from Tenderheart 2:44

8M ago2:44

2:44

This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit saltandspine.substack.com/subscribeBy Brian Hogan Stewart and Hetty Lui McKinnon

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Hetty Lui McKinnon on her deeply personal Tenderheart—and how home cooks can break free of their 'vegetable handcuffs' 54:31

8M ago54:31

54:31

Hi, long time! Phew, October is always the wildest cookbook month—it’s even officially dubbed National Cookbook Month—and we’ve been a bit quiet around here. With two little ones running around the house, germs have been rampant, and my voice just hasn’t been cooperating. So we’re catching back after falling a bit behind on our fall release schedul…

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Eating in Tel Aviv with Amit Aaronsohn 43:24

9M ago43:24

43:24

Before I left for Tel Aviv this summer, I rounded up advice from friends who are chefs, cookbook authors, and seasoned eaters about where to eat. I’ve lived in food-centric cities most of my life, but Tel Aviv is in a class by itself. There are so many good places to eat, it’s hard to whittle it down to just a few. And if you’re there, and ask anyo…

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Deb Perelman on building Smitten Kitchen and what makes a "keeper" recipe 40:22

9M ago40:22

40:22

Hi there, happy Thursday! We’ve got a great chat with Smitten Kitchen herself (aka Deb Perelman) this week, so let’s cut right to it: Episode 161: Deb Perelman In this week’s episode, of and I discuss: * Her initial foray into blogging—from her short stint chronicling her dating life in New York City and shifting the focus to cooking; * How she app…

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Coming Soon 0:36

9M ago0:36

0:36

The Recipe - coming to Radiotopia in 2024!By Deb Perelman & J. Kenji López-Alt

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Katie Parla on the Italian islands, shepherd culture, and diving for urchin 40:05

9M ago40:05

40:05

Happy Friday folks! This week’s episode is a wee bit late because it’s a live show (!!!) which means the audio gave us a slight technical run-around. But it’s a fun one, for sure, in which we chat with Katie Parla in front of a live audience at our beloved Omnivore Books in San Francisco. First — last week, I shared the New York Times profile of B.…

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Frankie Gaw on Olive Garden, Lion's Head Big Macs, and learning to love yourself 46:39

10M ago46:39

46:39

Hi there, fellow cookbook lover. I’m here with great news: We’rrrreeee bacccckkkkk, baby! Season 13 (but who’s counting?) of Salt + Spine starts right here, and we’ve got an awesome line-up of conversations headed your way this fall. Plus, loads of new featured recipes, bonus content, events, and more. We’ve got Deb Perelman. Dan Pelosi. Katie Parl…

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Podcast with Jon Bonné, author of The New French Wine 57:21

11M ago57:21

57:21

I didn’t expect to be as captivated as I was by The New French Wine: Redefining the World’s Greatest Wine Culture. It’s an immense two-volume book spanning nearly 850 pages, exploring the lush vineyards and wine regions of France with profiles of 800 producers and notes on around 7,000 wines. I’m no wine expert, but as soon as I started reading the…

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Podcast: The Art of French "Joie" with Ajiri Aki 58:00

12M ago58:00

58:00

When it comes to style, I don’t think anyone is eager to copy what I wear every day, although I do know that some people covet some of the dishes and cookware that I pick up at flea markets in France. Fortunately, we have Ajiri Aki in Paris, who founded Madame de la Maison, a fabulous online resource for carefully curated French antiques and linens…

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Podcast: A Chat with Dianne Jacob, author of Will Write for Food 52:52

1y ago52:52

52:52

It’s always a pleasure to chat with Dianne Jacob of newsletter, food writing coach, teacher, editor, and author of Will Write for Food, which is the handbook for food writing, covering everything from how to break into the world of food writing, starting a blog or a newsletter, as well as valuable tips on writing recipes, what to know if you want t…

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Preserving Tradition, One Nonna at a Time, with Pasta Grannies' Vicky Bennison 33:52

1y ago33:52

33:52

Episode 158: Vicky Bennison In this week’s episode, Vicky and I discuss: * Growing up for several years on a farm in Kenya, where her father was working in agricultural development, and how she formed a relationship with food at an early age; * Her nearly-decade-long project, Pasta Grannies, to document the time-honored techniques and recipes passe…

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Don't panic! Unlocking the secrets of pantry cooking with Noah Galuten 34:47

1y ago34:47

34:47

Episode 157: Noah Galuten In this week’s episode, Noah and I discuss: * His early interest in both food television (Lidia Bastianich, Ming Tsai) and cookbooks (Marcella Hazan, Edna Lewis), * How he fell into opening up new locations of Bludso’s BBQ and then teaming up with Kevin Bludso to co-author Bludso's BBQ Cookbook: A Family Affair in Smoke an…

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