Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Radio

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50-Year-Old Ramen: Culinary Adventures in Japan Apr 17, 2020

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Writer Matt Goulding brings us on a culinary tour of Japan including sushi, yakitori and the exquisite egg salad sandwiches at 7-Eleven. Plus, author Crystal King tells us about one of history’s best-selling cookbooks, which was published in 1570; Dr. Aaron Carroll gives us the real scoop on intermittent fasting; and we make French Almond-Rum Cake.

Get this week's recipe, French Almond-Rum Cake: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/french-almond-rum-cake-gateau-nantais

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Inside and Outside “The Great British Bake Off”: Winner John Whaite Speaks Out Apr 10, 2020

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John Whaite takes us behind the scenes of “The Great British Bake Off.” He talks life after winning, the simple pleasures of Eton mess and the importance of listening to your food. Plus, we dive into the crazy world of culinary Facebook groups; Alex Aïnouz tries to reverse engineer Joël Robuchon’s mashed potatoes; and we cook an Indian staple of simmered lentils with spice-infused hot butter.

Get this week's recipe, Dal Tarka: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/dal-tarka

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The Greek Makeover: Diane Kochilas Freshens Up Greek Cooking Apr 03, 2020

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Chef Diane Kochilas talks real Greek yogurt, how to make great dishes with stale bread and the magical Greek island of Ikaria. Plus, we explore the art and nostalgia of Jell-O molds; we present a fresh new take on Spaghetti Puttanesca; and Dan Pashman untangles the legal definition of a sandwich. (Originally aired May 10, 2019.)

Get this week's recipe, Spaghetti Puttanesca: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/spaghetti-puttanesca

For photos from O Moldy Night, visit: https://www.177milkstreet.com/2019/05/o-moldy-night-jell-o-exhibit

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I Cooked for Stevie Wonder: Makini Howell Redefines Vegan Mar 27, 2020

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In 2015, chef Makini Howell took a sabbatical from her vegan food empire to cook for Stevie Wonder on tour. We discuss her unique take on vegan cooking and what she learned during her year on the road. Plus, we discover the strange history of flavor science; Adam Gopnik reveals J.D. Salinger’s favorite recipe for popcorn salt; and we learn Croatia’s secret to perfect cabbage rolls.

Get this week's recipe, Paprika-Pork Stuffed Cabbage: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/paprika-pork-stuffed-cabbage

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Mood Food, Veggie Ice Cream and Delivery Robots: Food Trends with the NYT’s Kim Severson Mar 20, 2020

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Kim Severson of The New York Times tells us about the food world’s biggest trends. Plus, we chat with Fuchsia Dunlop about the textures, flavors and fragrances of Sichuan cuisine; Grant Barrett and Martha Barnette of “A Way With Words” discuss food names that have a secret; and we put a new spin on an old classic—the pineapple upside-down cake.

Get this week's recipe, Pineapple Upside-Down Cornmeal Cake: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/pineapple-upside-down-cornmeal-cake

Read “What Will We Eat in 2020? Something Toasted, Something Blue” by Kim Severson: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/12/30/dining/food-trends-predictions-2020.html

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Like Carrots for Meat: The Irish Food Revolution with Chef Jp McMahon Mar 13, 2020

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We go beyond soda bread and shepherd's pie to discover the new Irish cooking with chef Jp McMahon. We discuss why the Irish ate very little seafood, how leftover cake was turned into a new dessert, the joys of frying with animal fat and the best way to cook any vegetable. Plus, we chat with Dan Pashman about the perfect ice cube; we discover the magic of crispy pasta; and the New Yorker’s Burkhard Bilger asks: Can babies learn to love vegetables?

Get this week's recipe, Crispy Pasta with Chickpeas, Lemon and Parsley: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/lemon-chickpea-crispy-pasta

Read “Can Babies Learn to Love Vegetables?” by Burkhard Bilger: https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2019/11/25/can-babies-learn-to-love-vegetables

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The Mystery of the $13,500 Melon Mar 06, 2020

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We explore why Tokyo shoppers spend a fortune on fruits with journalist Bianca Bosker. Plus, Dan Pashman teaches us how to outsmart a buffet; we take a food tour of Lisbon with chef Nuno Mendes; and we share a recipe for Spanish tortillas at home. (Originally aired January 4, 2019.)

Get this week's recipe, Potato and Eggplant Tortilla Española: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/potato-and-eggplant-tortilla-espa%C3%B1ola

Read “Why Should a Melon Cost As Much As a Car?” by Bianca Bosker: https://roadsandkingdoms.com/travel-guide/tokyo/why-should-a-melon-cost-as-much-as-a-car/

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Twinkies Gone Wild: Claire Saffitz Decodes Cheetos, Hot Pockets, Gushers and Oreos Feb 28, 2020

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This week, Claire Saffitz describes the trials and tribulations of creating famous snack foods on the Bon Appétit YouTube series “Gourmet Makes.” Plus, we talk to Ed Currie, the creator of the Carolina Reaper—the world’s hottest pepper; we transform chickpeas; and Alex Aïnouz brews beer at home using only ingredients found in a supermarket.

Greek-Style Braised Chickpeas with Tomatoes and Orange: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/greek-style-braised-chickpeas

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Crazy for Beans: Salads, Stews, Ceviche and Pies - Joe Yonan Goes Nuts Over Beans Feb 21, 2020

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The Washington Post’s Joe Yonan takes us on a tour of the world’s best and most creative bean recipes, from navy bean pie to bean ceviche. Plus, we try to find out if somebody actually paid $99,900 for a gorilla-shaped Cheeto; we make Palestinian Upside-Down Chicken and Rice; and Dr. Aaron Carroll asks: Is diet soda bad for us?

Get this week's recipe, Palestinian Upside-Down Chicken and Rice (Maqlubeh): https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/palestinian-chicken-rice-maqlubeh

Read “The Dangerously Cheesy Collectible Cheetos Market” by Tove Danovich: https://theoutline.com/post/8083/cheeto-ebay-rare-market-harambe

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Beyond Blini and Borscht: A Return to Russian Cooking Feb 14, 2020

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This week, we chat with Bonnie Morales, who wants to introduce America to the real Russian cooking—blinchiki, pyanka, Uzbek watermelon and beyond. Plus, Hannah Goldfield teaches us about the sweet rewards of bitter food; we make sweet potato cake from Macau; and Adam Gopnik discusses what to eat when you’re blue. (Originally aired March 9, 2018.)

Get this week's recipe, Macanese Sweet Potato Cake: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/macanese-sweet-potato-cake-batatada

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