Join thousands of other listeners on our Substack, The Foodletter!   Brooke welcomes Amanda Frederickson, a chef, cookbook author, and owner of the fast-casual restaurant Radish, to the podcast. Amanda shares her inspiring journey from growing up in a food-neutral household in Florida to becoming a celebrated figure in the culinary world. She recounts her early experiences working at Williams-Sonoma, developing innovative recipes, and authoring cookbooks. Amanda also discusses her creative...

Join us on our Substack, AKA The Foodletter!   In this episode, Brooke Eliason sits down with pie artist and cookbook author Stacey Mei Yan Fong, who shares her unique journey of blending baking and storytelling through her cookbook, "50 Pies, 50 States." Stacey discusses her immigrant experience and how she found comfort, identity, and connection by baking a pie inspired by every state in America. Listeners will hear about Stacey’s artistic approach to creating state-themed pies, her...

Join us on our Substack, AKA The Foodletter! Erin is a cookbook author, recipe developer, and baker extraordinaire. She started baking as a young girl and put her skills to the test at the Culinary Institute of America. She’s now published three award-winning cookbooks, all on baking, and hosts the binge-worthy series Bake It Up A Notch for Food52. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Food Network, Bon Appetit, Food52 just to name a few.    In this episode...

In this episode of That Was Delicious, we dive into the world of home organization and decluttering with Stephanie Dulgarian, founder of Somewhat Simple Living. Stephanie shares her journey from a family blog to building a platform that inspires over 400,000 followers to simplify their lives. We explore practical tips for organizing your kitchen and home, making spaces more functional and less overwhelming. Whether you’re struggling with clutter or looking for ways to streamline your...

Join our brand new substack!   In this holiday-themed episode, Erika Kwee, known for her data-driven bake-offs, returns to discuss her favorite holiday recipes. Erika shares insights from her extensive bake-offs, covering everything from pumpkin bread and pies to holiday cookies and yeasted rolls. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to elevate their holiday baking with tried-and-tested recipes and tips. Whether you love pumpkin pie or prefer a flaky Parker House roll, you'll discover...

In this episode of That Was Delicious, host Brooke shares her personal experiences and insights from her travels in Italy, focusing on the eight biggest mistakes she’s made. With extensive time spent exploring Italy's vibrant cities, culinary delights, and hidden gems, Brooke offers listeners valuable tips and lessons learned from her travels. From overpacking to visiting during peak season, Brooke’s reflections provide practical advice to help travelers avoid common pitfalls and enhance...

In this episode, Brooke offers a detailed guide on what to pack for a trip to Italy, drawing from years of experience hosting Female Foodie Tours. The episode is filled with practical packing tips for everything from clothing and shoes to personal items and gadgets. Whether you're a light packer or prefer to check a bag, you'll learn essential strategies to maximize your trip to Italy or Europe in general. The episode also includes advice on dressing according to Italian culture, handling...

Show Notes   Slow Roasted Chicken with Potatoes   Easy Honey Granola   Coffee Cake Cookies   Risotto alla Milanese (Saffron Risotto)   Whole Roasted Cauliflower   Coquine-Inspired Chocolate Chip Cookies   French Onion Soup   Fall Salad with Rotisserie Chicken & Cornbread Croutons   Perfect Tomato Soup with Parmesan Croutons   30-Minute Gnocchi Bolognese   Olive Oil Pumpkin Bread   Balsamic Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Bacon   TashiBox   Mini Dutch Oven   ...

In this episode of That Was Delicious, we sit down with Chris Flanagan and Maya Setton, the dynamic husband-and-wife team behind Grana, a Neapolitan pizzeria in Portland, Oregon. From humble beginnings as a pop-up to becoming one of the top pizza destinations in the U.S., Chris and Maya share their journey in the culinary world. They delve into their passion for authentic pizza-making, the challenges of running a restaurant, and the joy of turning a vision into reality. Listeners will gain...

In this episode of That Was Delicious, host Brooke welcomes the iconic Debbi Fields, the founder of Mrs. Fields Cookies, to discuss her journey from a young cookie enthusiast to becoming America's Cookie Queen. Debbi shares her story of growing up in a modest household, the challenges she faced while building her cookie empire, and how her determination and passion for quality ingredients led to her success. Listeners will gain insights into Debbi's entrepreneurial spirit, her innovative...

In this episode, Dr. Annie Fenn, a renowned expert in brain health and the founder of the Brain Health Kitchen, joins us to discuss how our dietary choices can significantly impact cognitive function and the prevention of dementia. Dr. Fenn, who transitioned from a career as an OBGYN to a focus on brain health, shares invaluable insights from her latest research and her cookbook dedicated to brain-healthy recipes. Listeners will gain practical tips on how to incorporate brain-boosting foods...

In this episode, Brooke welcomes Megan Foley, a seasoned performance dietician and professional triathlete, to discuss her experiences at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Megan shares a behind-the-scenes look at life in the Olympic Village, the challenges athletes face in terms of nutrition and daily routines, and her role in supporting athletes to achieve peak performance. Listeners will gain insights into the unique lifestyle within the Olympic Village, the importance of proper nutrition for...

Alessandro Frassica is an Italian chef and the creator of our favorite panino shop of all time, Ino, in Florence, Italy. Alessandro is a cookbook author, the recipient of several noteworthy culinary awards, and a proud husband and father. His friends affectionally call him Ino and today on That Was Delicious, we discuss what makes a fantastic panino, how he started his iconic panino shop 18 years ago, and how to enjoy Italian food in its purest form without overcomplicating things.      ...

Carolina Gelen is an exceptionally talented food writer, recipe developer, and cookbook author. Originally from Romania, she immigrated to the U.S. in 2021 to pursue her passion for cooking. Carolina is without question one of the most noteworthy, talented recipe developers of our time. Today on That Was Delicious, Brooke & Carolina discuss Carolina’s captivating story of how she immigrated to the U.S., some of the culture shocks she encountered early on, how she grew her audience and...

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Show Notes: Subscribe for info on the Female Foodie Rome Tour Subscribe for info on the Female Foodie Tuscany Tour Fresh off a seven-week adventure hosting Female Foodie tours in Italy, Brooke shares seven invaluable lessons she learned from Italian food culture in this episode. From perfecting signature dishes to savoring slow meals, Brooke's observations offer a glimpse inside Italian cuisine and what makes it so spectacular. Whether you're a foodie, a home cook, or you simply love...

Mckay is a mother, wife, and SLC native and has been an insect and bee enthusiast for over 16 years. She specializes in natural beekeeping and honey tastings and shares informative and captivating content with her rapidly growing audience of over 150,000 followers.      Today on this episode of That Was Delicious, McKay and Brooke discuss beekeeping and honey in-depth, including everything you should know about how honey is made, shortcuts big businesses make when it comes to the...

Levi DeGarmo is a Salt Lake City native and has been in the food and beverage industry for over 20 years. Today on the show we discuss the dramatic changes concerning tipping over the past few years (AKA tipping fatigue), including how to tip, when to tip, and more insightful conversation between two former co-workers. Resources: Follow Female Foodie on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/femalefoodie/)

Kacie Rose had always dreamed of coming to Italy, but when she finally took the plunge and visited for the first time on a solo trip in 2018, she had no idea that as she says, in true Lizzie McGuire fashion, she would meet the love of her life. Fast forward to 2024 and Kacie is now a full-blown content creator and Italy expert, sharing her wisdom and day-to-day life with over a million of her adoring fans online.      Today in this episode of That Was Delicious, we discuss Kacie’s story of...

Julia Scarpaleggia is a Tuscan-born and bred food writer, cookbook author, podcaster, and cooking class instructor. She learned to cook from her grandmother and mother and lives in the countryside in her family house with her husband Tommaso, their beautiful daughter Livia, and two rescue dogs, Noa and Teo.   Today on That Was Delicious, we discuss how JulsKitchen.com came to be, what it’s like being a food blogger in Italy, how she started cooking classes, Italian food culture, and so much...

Natalie Kennedy is a Californian who has been living in Rome since 2010. Although she initially came to the Eternal City for graduate school to study Economics, she shortly after met her now Irish husband, and the rest is history. She regularly contributes to guidebooks, magazines, and her own social media and website, An American in Rome, sharing her love of la dolce vita between pizza slices and gelato breaks. Today, on the show, we discussed why she decided to live in Rome, her...

Ruth is a New Yorker and dual Italian American citizen who has lived in Italy for 25+ years with her husband and two children. She is the co-founder and president of the nonprofit Save Vernazza, a founding member of the tourism board for Visit Vernazza, and the owner of Cinque Terre Vacation Rentals where she and her husband have lovingly converted two seafront apartments into stunning properties that guests from all over the world come to stay in.    In this episode of That Was Delicious,...

Gabriel Rucker is a chef, husband, father, and has lived in the Portland area for over 20 years. He is a two-time James Beard Award winner and is known nationwide and particularly in Portland for his restaurants Le Pigeon and Canard. On this episode of the chow, Chef Gabriel shares his story of becoming a chef, what the most pivotal steps were in growing his successful restaurants, and several relatable stories about his childhood, personal food preferences, and even his experience with being...

Tom Douglas is a husband, father, grandfather, and one of the most beloved chefs not only in his home of the Pacific Northwest but across the entire country. He’s a multiple time James Beard Award winner, the owner of 10 businesses, and a four-time cookbook author. Today on That Was Delicious, we discuss some of the culinary highlights of Tom’s life including his family and home life growing up, how he became one of the best chefs in the country, and the stories behind two of our favorite...