On this episode, hosts Rick Martinez and Carla Lalli Music share how they keep their kitchens pristine, break down the variables to keep your cream sauces from splitting, and discuss what it takes to plan the perfect party menu.  Also, the first live Rad Fad/Bad Fad tasting! Rick soldiers through a bite of the latest trend that is under review: fresh watermelon topped with mustard.  This week’s recipe book: In NYC? Check out Ernesto’s Carla’s Spiced and Grilled Pork Spareribs (feat. Cosmo!) Rick’s Vegan Carnitas Tacos With Guajillo Jam Carla’s Fat Noodles with Pan-Roasted Mushrooms and Crushed Herb Sauce As always, we’d love to hear about your cooking conundrums at 833-433-FOOD (3663).  Find us on Instagram @borderlinesalty Find full episode transcripts and more about the podcast on our website borderlinesalty.fm.  If you can’t get enough of our hosts – we don’t blame you! Subscribe to Carla's newsletters here and find links to her Instagram and YouTube channel at www.carlalallimusic.com.  You can order Rick’s cookbook “Mi Cocina: Recipes and Rapture from My Kitchen in Mexico here, watch the companion Mi Cocina video series here, and find all of his socials at www.rick-martinez.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices