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Islamic Kitchens
This week it's a look at the golden age of Islamic food and conquest with guest Charles Perry, historian of Arab cuisine. Mr. Perry authored the fore…
16 years, 11 months ago
The Queen of Fats
This week it's a look at the fat we hear so much about—Omega-3—and why it's gone missing from our diet. Science writer Susan Allport joins us with id…
16 years, 11 months ago
Buyology
This week it's a look at why we buy. What drives us to purchase nonsense, even when we're watching every penny? Branding consultant Martin Lindstrom …
16 years, 11 months ago
Bananas and Politics
This week it's a different look at the seemingly simple and innocent banana. It's played a role in building regimes, toppling governments, partnering…
16 years, 11 months ago
Service Included
This week it's a peek into the life of a waiter at one of the world's most demanding restaurants. It's a profession and high craft, and not for the f…
17 years ago
Stock Making with Michael Ruhlman
This week it's the one recipe that can make all the difference: stock. Author Michael Ruhlman guides us through the steps to creating that essential …
17 years, 1 month ago
Locavore Nation
We are taking a look at our Locavore Nation project. 15 adventurous souls took on the challenge to eat a sustainable, local diet for a year. We will …
17 years, 1 month ago
Padma Lakshmi
Our guest this week is Padma Lakshmi, host of TV's reality show, "Top Chef." Her famous line is "please pack your knives and go." Padma packed her kn…
17 years, 2 months ago
Meat: A Love Story
Broadcast dates for this episode:
December 13, 2008
17 years, 2 months ago
Robert Parker Jr.
This week it's the story behind the wine world's most revered and feared critic. One bad review from him can take a wine down. He's Robert Parker, Jr…
17 years, 2 months ago