Archived Shows
November 2007

11/03/07
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No matter how you slice 'em it's the time of year to enjoy apples! On today's show we take a bit out of fall and get an in-depth look at the art of eating an apple. And if you want to get the most of out of your grill before the winter hits -- try breakfast. Then we take a look at a museum exhibit and the history of Chinese Restaurants. Susannah Foo stops by to talk about her Eastern/Western fusion, Corrine Trang gives us tips on rice and we cook with ginseng - it's not just for tea. Plus kids allergies, a singing table and a whiskey consultant.

More information on The Concerto Table

More information on The Museum of Chinese in the Americas in New York City

This week's featured recipe:
Apple Crisp

This week's featured books:

Tasting Club: 10 Hosting Ideas to Stimulate Your Friends' Palates
by Dina Cheney, Charles Schiller (Photographer)

Grilling: Exciting International Flavors from the World's Premier Culinary College
by Culinary Institute of America, Ben Fink (Photographer)

Susanna Foo Fresh Inspiration: New Approaches to Chinese Cuisine
by Susanna Foo, Tina Rupp (Photographer)

Serve It Forth
by M.F.K. Fisher

Ginseng, the Divine Root: The Curious History of the Plant That Captivated theWorld
by David Taylor

The Asian Grill: Great Recipes, Bold Flavors
by Corinne Trang

Kid Friendly Food Allergy Cookbook: More Than 150 Recipes That Are: Wheat-Free, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Egg-Free, Low in Sugar
by Leslie Hammond, Lynne Marie Rominger, (Foreword by Kevin A. Tracy)

11/10/07
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Want to have more fun and less stress in the kitchen? We've got some ideas! Learn the art of potluck. Also, how to include the kids when you entertain. Mark Bittman tells everything about vegetarian meals. Later, our nutritionist gives you advice on what to do when you over-do. And our sommelier, Maureen Petrosky, offers a great no-fat dessert. Plus Chef Tom Douglas on cooking Seattle style at home, and we'll play the last supper chef game.

This week's featured recipe:
Deep Dish Cheeseburger Pizza

This week's featured books:

My Last Supper by Melanie Dunea

Kitchen Playdates by Lauren Deen Banks

Foie Gras: A Passion by Michael Ginor

How To Cook Everything Vegetarian by Mark Bittman

Crowd Pleasing Potluck by Francine Halvorsen

The Wine Club: A Month By Month Guide To Learning About Wine With Friends by Maureen Petrosky

Tom's Big Dinners, Seattle Kitchen, and I Love Crab Cakes by Tom Douglas

11/17/07
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Let's talk turkey! Whether you are an experienced cook or making a turkey for the first time, we have some tips to make this Thanksgiving filled with delicious memories. We'll get a great recipe from the famous Irish Chef, Darina Allen — yep, the Celtic Tiger celebrates an American Thanksgiving! Tales of disaster from the Turkey Hotline and tips from the Do-Ahead Diva. Plus Native American culture and lore, baking with Dorie Greenspan and much more.

More Thanksgiving recipes, shows and guides.

This week's featured recipes:
Apple and Rice Stuffed Turkey Breast

This week's featured books:

"Easy Entertaining." by Darina Allen

"Delilah's Everyday Soul." by Delilah Winder

"Talk Turkey to Me: A Good Time in the Kitchen Talking Turkey and All the Trimmings"by Renee Ferguson

"Happy Holidays from the Diva of Do-Ahead by Diane Phillips

"Taste of Home Cookbook" Catherine Cassidy, editor

"Thanksgiving at the Tappletons." by Eileen Spinell

"Baking: From My Home to Yours." by Dorie Greenspan

"A Taste of Heritage: Crow Indian Recipes and Herbal Medicines." by Alma Hogan Snel

11/24/07
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Some call it the difference between Venice and Mars. For one married man, it's all about sex, love and dirty dishes. On the next Chef's Table, we're having some fun with the battle of the sexes. Judith Jones weighs in on men in the kitchen. Plus, where would the martini be without it? How would you pass hor's douvres? No to mention, every diner in America offers them at the cash register --we'll hear about the history of the toothpick. But, we'll also get a little serious and talk to Michael Pollen about his acclaimed book, "The Omnivore's Dilemma." Plus meatballs, sushi, and much more.

This week's featured recipes:
Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs

This week's featured books:

"The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollen

"The Toothpick: History And Culture" by Henry Petrosky

"Two Meatballs In The Italian Kitchen" by Pino Luongo and Mark Strausman

"Zen of Fish" by Trevor Corson

"A Great American Cook" by Jonathan Waxman

"The Tenth Muse: My Life In Food" by Judith Jones

"Husbandry Sex, Love And Dirty Laundry- Inside The Minds Of Married Men" by Stephen Fried