Best Helen Wilkinson Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 283: Antoni Porowski 1:03:28

7h ago1:03:28

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‘Queer Eye’s Antoni Porowski joins us at the Dream Restaurant this week. We hope there’s enough room on the table… ‘No Taste Like Home with Antoni Porowski’ is available now on National Geographic Channel and Disney+. Follow Antoni on Instagram @antoni Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster. Produced, recorded and edited…

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Episode 278: Happily Dressed with Brandon Hayden 45:39

42m ago45:39

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We interview Brandon Hayden, a pattern designer, sewing teacher, and content creator who makes menswear with bold fabrics and cool details. He wants to empower sewists to build their skills and express themselves! Show NotesBy Caroline Somos & Helen Wilkinson : Sewing Enthusiasts and Indie Sewing Entrepreneurs

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Ep 282: Ellie Taylor 1:13:34

7h ago1:13:34

1:13:34

Ellie Taylor – ‘Ted Lasso’ star, ‘Strictly’ contestant and superb stand-up – has a booking this week. Shout out to Theresa’s broccoli pasta. Ellie Taylor is on tour with ‘Palavering!’. For dates and tickets head to ellietaylorcomedy.com Follow Ellie on Instagram @elliejanetaylor Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster. Pr…

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Episode 277: Sewing Machine Chat 48:26

1d ago48:26

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We’re back with the first episode of the spring 2025 season! We chat about our sewing machines - the ones we learned on, the ones we have today, and the ones we want in the future. Plus: we catch up about what we did on our winter break, name our fave sewing machine features and pet peeves, and share what our machines are named! Show Notes…

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822: The King Arthur Baking Company's Big Book of Bread with Jessica Battilana and Martin Philip 50:10

6d ago50:10

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This week, we dedicate the entire episode to answering your bread baking questions with two brilliant bakers and teachers, King Arthur’s very own Jessica Battilana, Staff Editor, and Martin Philip, King Arthur’s Baking Ambassador. While King Arthur has taught millions of people to bake through their school, website, and classic cookbooks. They only…

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Ep 281: David Tennant 1:11:30

7d ago1:11:30

1:11:30

David Tennant Does a Podcast With… Ed and James! The ‘Doctor Who’ and ‘Rivals’ star has a table booked in the Dream Restaurant this week, and James starts thinking about a career change. ‘David Tennant Does a Podcast With…’ series 3 is out now with guests including Stanley Tucci, Russell T Davies, Ben Schwartz and Jameela Jamil. Listen here. Follow…

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799: The Dish with Andrew Friedman and Flavorama with Arielle Johnson 50:07

12d ago50:07

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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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Ep 280: Robert De Niro 57:50

14d ago57:50

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We can’t quite believe this either. Acting royalty Robert De Niro visits the Dream Restaurant this week. Or, more accurately, the Dream Restaurant visits him. Trigger warning: this episode contains talk about losing and gaining weight for acting roles. Robert De Niro stars in ‘Zero Day’ which is out now on Netflix. Watch it here. Off Menu is a come…

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821: The Splendid Tour- Celebrating 30 Years: Live from Indianapolis 49:44

18d ago49:44

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We're taking the show on the road this year to celebrate our 30th Anniversary! This week, we bring you to our first stop, Indianapolis, in partnership with WFYI. We dig into the local food scene with restaurateur Martha Hoover, founder of Cafe Patachou and the Patachou Foundation. We talk to her about her start as a prosecutor turned restaurateur a…

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Ep 279: Stephen Graham 1:11:16

21d ago1:11:16

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Finally, one of our most requested guests – multi-Bafta-nominated actor Stephen Graham – visits the Dream Restaurant. Will James put his money where his mouth is? Will he avenge Romesh? Let’s get ready to rumble… Trigger warning: this episode contains talk about losing and gaining weight for acting roles. Stephen Graham stars in ‘A Thousand Blows’ …

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

1M 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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Ep 278: John Kearns (Tasting Menu) 1:26:59

28d ago1:26:59

1:26:59

In an Off Menu first, we invite a previous guest back to the Dream Restaurant. But they’re not choosing their meal – they’re being served another guest’s choices. This is the first Tasting Menu episode with fan favourite, John Kearns. John Kearns’s special ‘The Varnishing Days’ is available to watch now on NOW. Watch it here. John stars in Adam Ric…

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820: Cooking Questions with Lisa Donovan and We The Pizza with Muhammad Abdul-Hadi 50:08

1M ago50:08

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This week, food columnist for The New York Times Magazine, Lisa Donovan, joins us to talk about what she's been cooking up recently and help answer our listeners' kitchen conundrums, from making the best tomato paste despite out-of-season tomatoes to using unsweetened chocolate in baking recipes. Lisa is the author of the memoir Our Lady of Perpetu…

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Ep 277: Mo Gilligan 1:26:44

1M ago1:26:44

1:26:44

Who’s that behind the mask? It’s Mo Gilligan! ‘The Lateish Show’ host and superstar stand-up joins us in the Dream Restaurant this week. Mo Gilligan is on tour with his world tour ‘In The Moment’. For dates and tickets head to mogilligan.com Mo’s podcast, ‘Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle and End’ is out now, wherever you get your podcasts. Listen he…

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773: Happy Lunar New Year! 50:06

1M ago50:06

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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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Ep 276: Emily Campbell 1:06:19

1M ago1:06:19

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Team GB’s Emily Campbell – double Olympic medalist and four-time European weightlifting champion – has a table booked this week. Emily Campbell co-hosts the Unofficial Gladiators podcast ‘Contender Ready’, available on your favourite podcast app. Listen here. Follow Emily on Instagram @emilyjade_gb Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble a…

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819: Mediterranean Eating with Suzy Karadsheh & Olive Oil with Claudia Hanna 49:51

2M ago49:51

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This week, we’re all about the Mediterranean dish. First, we sit down with New York Times bestselling author Suzy Karadsheh. Suzy talks about “eating the Mediterranean way,” growing up in a region with a plant-forward cuisine, Levantine cooking, using dried fruits in savory recipes, and making simplified Mediterranean recipes at home like her Flaky…

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Free! Mini-Episode 59: Grading, Trimming, and Notching, Oh My! 20:54

2M ago20:54

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We’re bringing this mini-episode out from behind the paywall as a treat for you! It was originally released in September 2024. This mini-episode is about bread-and-butter sewing techniques that reduce bulk. We review the basics of grading, trimming, and notching, plus some more advanced and unexpected techniques that will give you a great finish. C…

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Ep 275: Harris Dickinson 1:21:37

2M ago1:21:37

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The Dream Restaurant has opened its doors for series 13, and our first guest of 2025 is Bafta-nominated actor and star of ‘Babygirl’ and ‘Triangle of Sadness’, Harris Dickinson. Harris Dickinson stars in ‘Babygirl’ which is in cinemas now. Follow Harris on Instagram @harrisdickinson Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster…

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Series 13 Trailer – Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster 1:32

2M ago1:32

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The Dream Restaurant opens for bookings on Wednesday 22nd January. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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796: Soup Season with Mariana Velásquez, Gregory Gourdet, and Jing Gao 49:55

2M ago49:55

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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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818: Ireland’s National Culinary Treasure, Darina Allen 49:56

2M ago49:56

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This week, we’re spending the hour with the charming and beloved Irish cooking teacher and writer Darina Allen. It’s a spirited conversation about growing up in a country kitchen, her love of eating, and the single moment she decided to pursue her career in cooking. She tells us about her organic farm at the Ballymaloe Cookery School in Ireland, sh…

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795: Iconic Midwestern Food with Paul Fehribach and George Motz 50:32

2M ago50:32

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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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Best of 2024: Live 3:02:51

2M ago3:02:51

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We couldn’t forget we released a whole live tour’s worth of episodes this year, could we? Here are our favourite clips for first time taking our meals on wheels. Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster. Recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive. Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design). Follow Off Menu on Twi…

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794: Holiday Cheer with Nik Sharma, Claire Saffitz, & Toni Tipton-Martin 49:48

2M ago49:48

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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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Best of 2024: Part 2 3:02:04

3M ago3:02:04

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It’s the second half of our favourite clips of the year. If Cannibalism needs to be a trigger warning, then consider yourself warned. Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster. Recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive. Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design). Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenu…

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Best of 2024: Part 1 3:10:53

3M ago3:10:53

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Another year at the Dream Restaurant comes to an end. Here’s part one of the most delicious clips from 2024. Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster. Recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive. Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design). Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial. And go to our w…

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817: Holidays with Lisa Kyung Gross and Helen Rosner 49:38

3M ago49:38

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This week, we’re all about community and coming together for the holidays. First, we talk to Lisa Kyung Gross, founder of The League of Kitchens, a unique cooking school where women from all over the world, welcome you into their homes and teach you how to make one of their family recipes. She talks about the delicious recipes she has collected in …

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Ep 274: Andy Zaltzman (Christmas Special) 1:21:42

3M ago1:21:42

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Joining us for a Christmas Special second helping is ‘Taskmaster’ champion and ‘The Bugle’ podcast, Andy Zaltzman. Andy Zaltzman is on tour now with ‘The Zaltgeist’, running until 9th May 2025 at London's Leicester Square Theatre. For full dates and tickets, visit www.andyzaltzman.co.uk Follow Andy on Twitter @ZaltzCricket Off Menu is a comedy podc…

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793: The Secret of Cooking with Bee Wilson and Cassoulet Confessions with Sylvie Bigar 48:51

3M ago48:51

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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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Ep 273: Rose Matafeo (Christmas Special) 1:17:04

3M ago1:17:04

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Merry festivities! We’re back with our first Christmas special, and our very special guest diner is NZ comedian and ‘Junior Taskmaster’ host, Rose Matafeo. Rose’s new special ‘On And On And On’ is on Max on 19 Dec. ‘Junior Taskmaster’ is on Channel 4, Fridays at 8pm. Watch it here. Follow Rose on Instagram @rosematafeo Off Menu is a comedy podcast …

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816: Crumbs with Ben Mims and Wild Chocolate with Rowan Jacobsen 48:53

3M ago48:53

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It’s the holiday season, and we’re kicking it off this week with some sweet treats. First, food editor and recipe developer Ben Mims joins us with his latest project, covering over 300 cookie recipes from Asia to the Levant to Scandinavia to the Caribbean. The varieties are astonishing. We get into cookie styles, the fascinating ingredients in regi…

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Bonus Episode 81 1:11:01

3M ago1:11:01

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This month’s bonus episode is free for all of our listeners! Helen chats about her holiday crafting: sewing, block printing, beading, and more. Caroline shares about her trip to NYC, what she’s been cooking lately, and the pair of me-made pants that pushed her out of her style comfort zone. Plus, new indie pattern releases, a fun fantasy book, and …

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791: Fall Cookbook Roundup 48:58

4M ago48:58

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It’s our favorite time of year – Fall Cookbook season! We’re joined by baker Samantha Seneviratne, author of Bake Smart, who tells us about her favorite baking techniques, including a butter trick that creates the creamy texture in her Gooey Cranberry Crumb Cake. Then, chef and content creator Jon Kung talks about his debut cookbook, Kung Food: Chi…

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Turkey Confidential 2024 1:56:02

4M ago1:56:02

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Join us for Turkey Confidential, our must-listen-to annual Thanksgiving Day broadcast! This year’s guests are Andrea Nguyen author of Ever Green Vietnamese, Super Fresh Recipes Starring Plants from Land and Sea, Dallas-based chef Tiffany Derry of Roots Southern Table and The Great American Recipe on PBS, Washington Post Food Editor and author of Ma…

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Episode 276: Sewing Quick Wins 40:47

4M ago40:47

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Quick wins are projects that refresh you and revive your sewjo. If you’re feeling uninspired and unmotivated to sew, have a listen! We go over what makes a project “quick” and what makes it a “win” so you can choose a project that will work for you. Plus, we share a bunch of specific ideas for quick win projects, including our personal faves! Show …

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815: Your Thanksgiving meal with Deb Perelman and J. Kenji Lopez-Alt & Desi Bakes with Hetal Vasavada 48:49

4M ago48:49

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We are a week away from Thanksgiving, and this week, Award-winning authors J. Kenji Lopez-Alt and Deb Perelman give us the best advice on making the perfect Thanksgiving spread. From gravy hot takes to best brining practices and the ideal way to cook a perfect turkey we have you covered. J. Kenji López-Alt and Deb Perelman are co-hosts of "The Reci…

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Ep 272: Derren Brown 1:18:16

4M ago1:18:16

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Who could’ve predicted that, for the final episode of the series, we’d have Derren Brown in the Dream Restaurant? Oh… Derren Brown is on tour in 2025 with his new show ‘Only Human’. Get tickets at derrenbrown.co.uk Follow Derren on Instagram and Twitter @derrenbrown Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster. Recorded and ed…

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Episode 275: Fabric Design with Rashida Coleman-Hale 50:30

4M ago50:30

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We interview Rashida Coleman-Hale, fabric designer for Ruby Star Society! We talk to her about her journey to becoming a surface designer, her process for designing fabric collections, and her upcoming book. Show NotesBy Caroline Somos & Helen Wilkinson : Sewing Enthusiasts and Indie Sewing Entrepreneurs

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792: A Chef’s Thanksgiving with Amy Thielen, Eric Ripert, and Pierre Thiam 48:58

4M ago48:58

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This week, we are all about getting you ready for your Thanksgiving feast! First, cookbook author Amy Thielen sets us up with tips on keeping the holiday stress-free and enjoyable. She shares her remarkable thinking around “turkey secrets,” talks us through some of her favorite techniques for stuffing and starters, and leaves us with her amazing al…

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Ep 271: Olga Koch 1:21:38

4M ago1:21:38

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Russian-British stand-up, podcaster and Writer’s Guild Award winner Olga Koch has a table booked this week. Let’s hope she doesn’t eat too many sweets. Olga’s bringing her new show ‘Olga Koch Comes From Money’ to London’s Soho Theatre, 3-21 Dec. Buy tickets at sohotheatre.com Olga’s new special ‘Prawn Cocktail’ is out now on YouTube. Watch it here.…

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Episode 274: Sewing for Others 47:22

4M ago47:22

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We chat about sewing for others - what to make, what to avoid, and how to make sure that your experience is fun and fulfilling! We talk about the pros and cons of sewing for others, whether as a gift or as a favour. We share tips about fitting and choosing fabric. And we share OUR experiences sewing for our loved ones! Show Notes…

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814: Ottolenghi Comfort with Yotam Ottolenghi and Classic German Cooking with Luisa Weiss 49:17

4M ago49:17

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Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Pandora This week, we talk about comfort food around the world. First, Yotam Ottolenghi tells us about his latest book, which is filled with recipes for his favorite comfort foods. He talks about what it is about specific dishes that evoke emotional reactions, from taste to texture …

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