Episodes
On this week's episode, we have two experts on delicious history. Daniel Zafran is a comedian and host of the Candy Is Dandy podcast, which is the world's only candy history and candy review podcast. Katie Melody is a food editor/video producer at The Feedfeed, and total food history nerd. This discussion is a tasty treat focused on sweets, funny historical anecdotes, and a showdown of favorite candies!
Published 02/09/23
On this week's episode, Chitra Agrawal joins the show to discuss her Indian heritage and how that forged her career, plus much more! Chitra Agrawal is a cook, cookbook author, cooking instructor, and the founder and CEO of Brooklyn Delhi. Brooklyn Delhi a beloved Indian condiment and sauce brand providing pantry staples for the modern kitchen.
Published 02/02/23
You may know Pati Jinich from her beloved PBS show, Pati's Mexican Table, which brings Mexican flavors, colors, textures and warmth into viewers’ homes. Pati is also the author of multiple cookbooks, and has turned her love and passion for Mexican culture & cuisine into her life's work! On this episode, Pati tells her story of moving to the U.S. and how she turned her large appetite for Mexican food into a career.
Published 01/26/23
Joe Nielsen has had a longtime passion for wine that's led him to being the General Manager and Director of Winemaking at Ram's Gate Winery in Sonoma County, California. On this episode, he talks about how he found his love for wine, as well as the importance and emphasis on sustainable practices when it comes to winemaking.
Published 01/19/23
Chef Maddie Sperling is the executive chef of popular Eastern Mediterranean restaurant Zou Zou’s in NYC. Before working at Zou Zou’s, Maddie worked at some of New York City’s most notable restaurants, where she honed her skills. On this episode, she talks about where she draws her inspiration, and how it feels to be running a successful kitchen in NYC.
Published 01/12/23
Nicole Presley AKA @presleyspantry is a food content creator & recipe developer specializing in Mexican-inspired sweets. She is also a new cookbook author of the book "¡Viva Desserts!" She joins the show to share her love of sweets, and talk about how she comes up with unique twists on them.
Published 12/22/22
Sean Sherman AKA The Sioux Chef is an Oglala Lakota Sioux chef who was born on a reservation in South Dakota. He is constantly working toward the revitalization and awareness of Indigenous food systems in a modern culinary context through his cookbooks, restaurants, and more. On this episode, Sean talks about his upbringing, the need for more education and awareness of Indigenous foods, and much more.
Published 12/15/22
Anna Gordon joins the show to talk about her successful American dream of opening a bakery. Anna is a pastry chef and the founder/CEO of The Good Batch, a famed cookie destination in New York City. She reveals how she gets her inspiration, plus how she fell so in love with baking in the first place.
Published 12/09/22
On this week's episode, Mary Ann Esposito joins to teach us about her endless knowledge of regional Italian cuisine, plus her expert tips for gardening at home! Mary Ann is an Italian-specialized chef, home cook, recipe developer, the host of the nationally televised PBS series "Ciao Italia" and the author of 14 cookbooks. Her newest book, Ciao Italia: Plant, Harvest, Cook! takes the reader on a seasonal home garden vegetable journey focusing on simple growing tips for anyone interested in...
Published 11/30/22
On this week's episode, Leslie McConnell (@chicagofoodscene) joins the show to talk about her journey from former waitress to food blogger documenting the best that Chicago dining has to offer! She also discusses the somewhat controversial topic of Chicago pizza and why (in her opinion) it’s the best! Leslie was recently a guest on Feedfeed Productions' "Pizza Stories" now streaming on GustoTV.
Published 11/17/22
On this week's episode, Nicole Keshishian Modic (@kalejunkie) joins the show to talk about her exciting new cookbook, "Love to Eat," plus divulges about her journey from struggling with an eating disorder to falling in love with food. Several years ago, Nicole left her career as a lawyer to pursue Kale Junkie full time, and so far is loving every second of it!
Published 11/09/22
On this week's episode, Italian pastry chef Andrea Guastella joins the show to talk about his Sicilian roots, plus his love and passion for Italian baked goods. Chef Andrea left his life in Sicily to come to the United States and make artisanal Italian pastries at L'Arte della Pasticceria in New Jersey, and he says he's loving every minute!
Published 11/02/22
On this week's episode, Chef Jeremy Salamon of Agi's Counter in Brooklyn joins the show to talk about all things Eastern European and Jewish Cuisine! His restaurant is named after his Hungarian grandmother, and his passion for the cuisine has now charted his career path.
Published 10/27/22
On this week's episode, Shannon Sarna (@shasarna) joins the show to talk about being a food editor, recipe developer, mother, and cookbook author! She's now the author of two Jewish-themed cookbooks, and juggles all of that with raising her 3 kids.
Published 10/19/22
On this week's episode, Allie Chernick (@alliesbananabread) joins the show to talk about how banana bread became her passion! Allie turned her grandmother's famous banana bread recipe into a bustling small business, and is now shipping nationwide.
Published 10/14/22
On this week's episode, Bri Beaudoin (@EvergreenKitchen) joins the show to talk about her vegetarian lifestyle, her culinary inspirations, and her brand new cookbook - Evergreen Kitchen!
Published 10/07/22
On this week's episode, Anna Voloshyna (@annavoloshynacooks) speaks about growing up in Ukraine and how that molded her love of all things food! Anna is now based in California and is a chef, culinary instructor, content creator, and new cookbook author. Anna's work celebrates Ukrainian cuisine and also brings awareness to conditions in Ukraine during the recent crisis.
Published 09/29/22
Jorge Gaviria joins the show to speak with Feedfeed Senior Producer Alexa Santos (@alexawhatsfordinner) about his passion for masa - which is a corn dough used in so many recipes! Jorge, a small business owner, has a brand new cookbook out called Masienda, which delves into all things masa.
Published 09/22/22
Divya Alter (@divyaalter) speaks with Feedfeed Senior Producer Alexa Santos (@alexawhatsfordinner) about all things Ayurveda and what that means. Divya is the chef behind the celeb-favorite Ayurvedic restaurant Divya’s Kitchen in NYC. She's also a masterclass teacher and cookbook author! She speaks about how she cooks in a way that’s best for optimal health, and how you can make similar dietary choices.
Published 09/14/22
Luladey Moges joins the show to speak with Feedfeed Senior Producer Alexa Santos (@alexawhatsfordinner) about her Ethiopian upbringing and the foods from her childhood. Lula is an enthusiastic home cook, and has long been introducing Ethiopian cuisine to her friends in North America. She has a brand new cookbook coming out this fall, called Enebla, which means "let's eat" in Ethiopian.
Published 09/01/22
Aviva Wittenberg (@avivawittenberg) joins the show to talk to Feedfeed Senior Producer Alexa Santos (@alexawhatsfordinner). Aviva has been sharing her adventures in lunch packing online for the last 7 years, packing more than 3,700 lunches (and counting!). She has a new cookbook out called "Lunchbox," which has months’ worth of recipes for flavorful, filling, nutritious, and delicious meals—guaranteed to stay fresh until lunch.
Published 08/24/22
Chef Rodrigo Fernandini (@RodrigoFernandini) joins the show to speak with Feedfeed Food Editor Andrea Loret de Mola (@andrealoretdemola) and Feedfeed Senior Producer Alexa Santos (@alexawhatsfordinner). Chef Rodrigo talks about how he's bringing his Peruvian culinary roots to his brand new fine-dining restaurant in NYC called Artesano. Chef Rodrigo has been woking in top kitchens in Peru and as a recipe developer in his home kitchen for many years. Artesano will showcase his Michelin training...
Published 08/11/22
Joshua Walbolt AKA @lovefoodmore joins the show to speak with Feedfeed Senior Producer Alexa Santos (@alexawhatsfordinner) about his take on global cuisine and food content. Joshua has worked in several Michelin-starred restaurants and combines that expertise with his life experiences to make new and exciting dishes for restaurants and on social media!
Published 07/21/22
Jillian Glenn AKA @peanutbutterandjillybeans joins the show to speak with Feedfeed Senior Producer Alexa Santos (@alexawhatsfordinner) about her Southern roots and how they've inspired her vegan culinary journey! Jillian now has 2 cookbooks that should be able to inspire any of your vegan southern food cravings.
Published 06/22/22
Nur Ashour AKA @catastrophiccook joins the show to speak with Feedfeed Senior Producer Alexa Santos (@alexawhatsfordinner) about her Palestinian roots and how they inspired her to start cooking (spoiler alert: it was "catastrophic" at first!) Now Nur is a cook, blogger, food photographer, and writer, sharing simplified Palestinian dishes with her audience.
Published 06/08/22