When it comes to the world of food, Susan Spungen is the paradigm of perfection. Former founding food editor at Martha Stewart Living, Hollywood food stylist and culinary consultant, Susan knows how to make food look good. A savvy and skilled cookbook author and recipe developer, Susan is an expert entertainer and celebrated cook. Susan’s newest cookbook, Open Kitchen:  Inspired Food for Casual Gatherings, was released in March on the precipice of the pandemic. Since March 13, Susan has made every single meal and she’s been creating an album of her pandemic meals. Tune in to this episode of Live to Eat as we talk about the staying power of cupcakes, how to make an empty-the-fridge-soup, the importance of making mistakes, and unsung ingredient heroes like lemony sumac.