The Sip and Feast Podcast

Latest Episodes:

The Sip and Feast Podcast 8 – Kitchen Tools Worth Buying? Jul 23, 2023

Show notes

It seems as though every year a new "must-have" kitchen tool rears its head accompanied by a flurry of recipes with a focus on that specific tool. But for many of us with limited kitchen space, the true utility of these tools and gadgets is an important consideration. If you've ever been left shaking your head and wondering which kitchen gadgets are actually worth buying, you'll want to give a listen. If you prefer video, watch the full episode 8 YouTube video version. We recently visited an Airbnb that had every kitchen tools imaginable! While these tools greatly enhanced our experience there, we know many of them weren't practical in that they take up precious space, whether on a counter or shelf or in a drawer or cabinet. We decided to dive a little deeper and explore which gadgets and appliances are worth the space they take. Tara surprised me and kicked things off with a little game where she posed the age-old question, "if you were stranded in a deserted kitchen, which 3 tools would you choose?". Which 3 would be yours? We talk in detail about the importance of the ultimate tool, the chef's knife, and aim to help you decide which of the larger appliances are a must versus nice to have. Included in this discussion are the Instant Pot, slow cookers, air fryers, induction cooktops, stand mixers, blenders and food processors, waffle and pizzelle irons, and more. We ran out of time, but continued the conversation on Patreon where we got into a few more of the smaller gadgets, tools, and coffee makers. This is a topic we could have spent much more time on, so if you want to hear more on this topic, or if there are specific kitchen gadgets you would like to hear more about that weren't discussed here, drop us a comment below and let us know! Resources Cannoli Pizzelle Short rib ragu Pesto Trapanese If you enjoyed the Kitchen Tools Episode, leave us a comment below and let us know! We love your questions. Please send them to podcast@sipand11111feast.com (remove the 11111 for our contact). There's no question not worth asking. If you enjoy our weekly podcast, support us on Patreon and you will get 2 more bonus episodes each month! Thanks for listening!

The Sip and Feast Podcast 7 – What’s So Great About NY Delis? Jul 16, 2023

Show notes

Deli culture, much like pizza and bagel culture, is part of the New Yorkers' (specifically Long Islanders') DNA. If you're from Long Island, you know someone who worked in a deli or have worked in one yourself, and you most definitely have a strong opinion about which deli you think is best. If you prefer video, watch the full episode 7 YouTube video version. We explore deli culture through the lens of native Long Islanders and how leaving New York can create a yearning for those things that are uniquely "deli": the glistening white potato and macaroni salads, the prolific bacon egg and cheese on a roll, the familiar face of the dude behind the counter smiling as he asks, "what'll it be chief?". We also discuss Jim's experience as a deli worker, the most popular Long Island deli lunch and breakfast orders, the importance of a properly wrapped deli sandwich, the prep involved ahead of the lunch rush, the influence of Boar's Head and it's significance in deli culture, and how Jim perfected the recipes for New York deli macaroni salad, potato salad, and coleslaw. We also discuss the importance of the round deli roll that looks like a Kaiser roll, but is anything but, the Italian hero and why it never has mayo, and Jim regales us with excerpts from his deli days and why you should never block someone in with your car! Resources Bacon Egg and Cheese Sandwich New York Deli Macaroni Salad New York Deli Potato Salad New York Deli Coleslaw New York Pizza Italian Hero Chicken Cutlets The Pizza Podcast Episode If you enjoyed the Long Island Deli Episode, leave us a comment below and let us know! We love your questions. Please send them to podcast@sipand11111feast.com (remove the 11111 for our contact). There's no question not worth asking. If you enjoy our weekly podcast, support us on Patreon and you will get 2 more bonus episodes each month! Thanks for listening!

The Sip and Feast Podcast 6 – What Happened To Food TV? Jul 09, 2023

Show notes

This is episode number 6 of The Sip and Feast Podcast. In this episode, we're discussing The Food Network and the changes it and other cooking programs have made over the years. If you watched The Food Network intently from its beginning you know it took a turn from substance and instruction to pure style and dramatics. Why did this happen and is it such a bad thing anyway? Maybe it's what the audience, deep down, really wants. Finally, we answer a few listener-submitted questions. We love your questions. Please send them to podcast@sipand11111feast.com (remove the 11111 for our contact). There's no question not worth asking. If you enjoy our weekly podcast, support us on Patreon and you will get 2 more bonus episodes each month!

The Sip and Feast Podcast 5 – New York Pizza Jul 02, 2023

Show notes

This is episode number 5 of The Sip and Feast Podcast. In this episode, we're talking New York pizza. It took Jim over 150 pounds of bread flour and lots of time messing up pizzas before he really nailed down the technique. While the traditional New York Pizza took the longest to perfect he also put time into making a Sicilian and Grandma pizza. We'll also discuss other things you can make with homemade pizza dough such as garlic knots, broccoli rolls, and pepperoni pinwheels to name but a few. Finally, we answer a few listener-submitted questions. We love your questions. Please send them to podcast@sipand11111feast.com (remove the 11111 for our contact). There's no question not worth asking. If you enjoy our weekly podcast, support us on Patreon and you will get 2 more bonus episodes each month!

The Sip and Feast Podcast 4 – Olive Oil Jun 25, 2023

Show notes

This is episode number 4 of The Sip and Feast Podcast. In this episode, we're talking about extra virgin olive oil. What makes a good extra virgin olive oil? When is it appropriate to use extra virgin vs regular olive oil? We'll also discuss other uses for olive oil from an orange olive oil cake to a great cocktail called the oliveto. Finally, we answer a few listener-submitted questions. We love your questions. Please send them to podcast@sipand11111feast.com (remove the 11111 for our contact). There's no question not worth asking. If you enjoy our weekly podcast, support us on Patreon and you will get 2 more bonus episodes each month!

The Sip and Feast Podcast 3 – Talking Meatballs Jun 18, 2023

Show notes

This is the third episode of The Sip and Feast Podcast. If you prefer video, watch the full episode 3 YouTube video version. In this episode, we're talking meatballs. What makes a great meatball? What type of ingredients are needed for tasty meatballs and how do you keep them tender? Besides classic Italian meatballs, we also discuss non-meat meatballs like eggplant meatballs and polpette di pane. Finally, we answer a few listener-submitted questions. We love your questions. Send them to podcast@sipand11111feast.com (remove the 11111 for our contact). There's no question not worth asking. If you enjoy our weekly podcast, support us on Patreon and you will get 2 more bonus episodes each month!

The Sip and Feast Podcast 2 – All About Sunday Sauce Jun 12, 2023

Show notes

It's no secret that Italian-Americans feel strongly about their sauce. Whether it's the age-old dispute of sauce vs. gravy or types of tomatoes or meat to use folks usually have a strong opinion. The Sunday sauce podcast episode is dedicated to demystifying the passion of the sauce. If you prefer video, watch the full episode 2 YouTube video version. When a viewer shared their confusion around the Italian-American passion for sauce, we felt compelled to discuss. The Sunday sauce podcast episode focuses on all things sauce to help explain what we believe fuels this passion. The importance of the sauce Sunday sauce has appeared in pop culture through the years as the stereotypical Italian-American meal. The Godfather, Goodfellas, The Sopranos, and many others have all depicted scenes of Italian-Americans preparing their sauce, and while each version is different, the one thing that remains constant is the passion! For many Italian-Americans, sauce is part of their identity. Their methods may have been passed down from their nonna, while other nonnas have taken their recipe to the grave leaving their descendants to figure things out on their own. But what actually makes a great sauce? We discuss the types of tomatoes (passata, crushed, whole, D.O.P, etc.), tomato paste, the method of cooking, and also share how we feel about jarred sauce. As we fleshed out this topic, we came to the realization that the weekly recurrence of Sunday dinner, sauce and bread included, provides a sense of comfort and familiarity, and harkens back to a time when things were simpler. And therein lies the passion. Resources Meatballs and Sunday sauce Marinara sauce Beef braciole New York pizza Spaghetti and meatballs If you enjoyed the Sunday sauce podcast episode, leave us a comment below and let us know! We love your questions. Please send them to podcast@sipand11111feast.com (remove the 11111 for our contact). There's no question not worth asking. If you enjoy our weekly podcast, support us on Patreon and you will get 2 more bonus episodes each month! Thanks for listening!

The Sip and Feast Podcast 1 – How We Got Here Jun 04, 2023

Show notes

Every business has a backstory, and ours is no different. The Sip and Feast backstory started in a small kitchen back in the 1980's and through the years was fueled by family, food, and determination. If you prefer video, watch the full episode 1 YouTube video version. Since starting the Sip and Feast YouTube channel in 2018, we're often asked to share more of our history, how we got here, and whether or not I'm a professional chef. We decided to use the very first episode of the Sip and Feast podcast to tell you everything you could possibly want to know about the Sip and Feast backstory. Who is James Delmage? From the time I was a kid, I knew food was an important part of my DNA. In this episode, I share more about why that is and how I was able to turn a passion into a full-time business. Together, Tara and I discuss my grandma and her influence on the food I made as a kid and still make to this day. We talk about some of the food I'd prepare throughout my time in college and in the early days of our relationship before moving on to post-college, life as a trader, starting our family, and a 1,000+ mile move to the midwest and back. I share how the Sip and Feast name came to be, and how it evolved out of my first Instagram account formerly known as "James Loves to Cook". We explore my YouTube journey and how it really helped propel the Sip and Feast business and brand. Speckled throughout the episode you'll hear references to some of my favorite foods, recipes, the culture and mentality of New Yorkers, and what makes me tick. Resources Italian zucchini soup with broken spaghetti Italian-American Sunday sauce Bacon egg and cheese sandwich Beef braciole Green beans with garlic and oil Italian broccoli salad Italian cauliflower salad Chicken Marsala Chicken Francese If you enjoyed the Sip and Feast backstory episode, leave us a comment below and let us know! We love questions. Send them to podcast@sipand11111feast.com (remove the 11111 for our contact). There's no question not worth asking. If you enjoy our weekly podcast, support us on Patreon and you will get 2 more bonus episodes each month! Thanks for listening!

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected