Archived Shows
May 2004

05/01/04
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Mother's Day is one of the busiest days in the restaurant industry. Everybody wants to do something special for the mom in their life, but many chefs agree; you might be better off cooking at home! How about a special picnic? We'll hear about recipes that travel well, and discuss what kinds of gear you need. Our guest is Jennifer Barry, one of the authors of "Festive Picnics." Later, we'll chat with Greek restaurateur George Kyrtatas, whose mother taught him how to run a successful restaurant. We'll also visit a bistro that celebrates mom's cooking every day of the year and discuss women's history in connection with food.

This week's featured recipe:
Shrimp Salad

05/08/04
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French cuisine doesn't have to be difficult with fancy sauces and complicated cooking techniques. On today's show we'll travel to Provence and discover the delicious and simple cuisine that focuses on the ingredients of the region's beautiful countryside. Our guest is Patricia Wells, author of "The Provence Cookbook." And if you thought lavender was just for perfume, think again. Sharon Shipley will teach us how to make tasty dishes using this fragrant herb. She has written "The Lavender Cookbook." Later, we'll discover the secrets of Paris' famed pastry shops. Dorie Greenspan joins us to discuss her latest book "Paris Sweets." Finally, we'll learn how to bring casual French Bistro food to the home kitchen with Boston chef Gordon Hamersley.

This week's featured recipe:
Lavender Lime Cookies

05/15/04
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It seems like every year, there's more to choose from in the produce section of grocery store. How to pick out the best exotic-looking fruit, heirloom tomatoes, and new hybrid veggies? Jim's guest is Aliza Green, author of "Field Guide to Produce." And with all the produce that's available, now is a great time to add some vegetarian dishes to your meals. Food writer Nava Atlas joins us to talk about family friendly ideas. Later on in the show, we'll find out who makes the best pie in America, and learn about perfect vacations for food lovers. We'll also talk about pro-biotic foods which promote health and well-being.

This week's featured recipe:
Stuffed Avocado Salad with Avocado Vinaigrette

05/22/04
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The grill's been cleaned off, the lawn mower is out of storage, and another year of school is about to end. It must be summer! We'll celebrate Memorial Day and the beginning of the season, and since summer means the beach, we'll start off with great recipes for crab. Our guest is Fred Thompson, author of "Crazy for Crab." Later on the show, we'll quench our summer thirst with home-made soda. And if you're planning a big catered summer event, we'll tell you everything you need to know to hire the musical entertainment.

This week's featured recipe:
Summer Cold Crab Meat Salad

05/29/04
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Every country has its favorite baked goods; croissants in France, flatbreads in India, scones in England, and it's home bakers who pass the recipes on from one generation to the next. Our guests are Jeffrey Alford and Naomi Duguid, they traveled around the world to collect baking recipes, stories and photographs. Their new book is called "Home Baking: The Artful Mix of Flour and Tradition Around the World." Later, we'll get the scoop on "Jubilee Chocolates" an artisan chocolate company that's getting a lot of attention around the country. We'll also discover the flavors of Turkish cuisine with writer Joy Stocke. Finally, we'll pull out the old fondue set for a party!

This week's featured recipe:
Bronzed Honey Rolls