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Ep 8: Carolina - Panda Express, Columbian Soups, Life in the Big City (NYC)
In this last episode of 2023, we will speak to Carolina about her life eating in Columbia and the U.S. after immigrating here to pursue her career. We will discuss eating in her family and how her eating habits changed after coming to America and being exposed to cuisines that were not accessible back home. Below are links to show notes:
Arracacha (https://specialtyproduce.com/produce/Arracacha_Root_17711.php) (Andean root vegetable)
Ahuyama (https://www.mycolombianrecipes.com/crema-de-auyama-o-calabaza-pumpkin-soup/) (Columbian pumpkin)
Changua (https://www.mycolombianrecipes.com/changua-colombian-egg-and-milk-soup/) (Columbian egg and milk soup)
Sanchoco (https://www.skinnytaste.com/colombian-chicken-sancocho-8-pts/) (Columbian soup)
Bandeja Paisa (https://abuelascounter.com/colombian-bandeja-paisa/) (Columbian national meal)
Restaurant in NYC: Buddha Bodai (https://www.yelp.com/biz/the-original-buddha-bodai-kosher-vegetarian-restaurant-new-york-4)
Restaurant in NYC: CheLi (https://www.yelp.com/biz/cheli-new-york-6)
17 Nov 2023
Ep 7: Chef Ernie and Mariah - Hawaiian Food Culture, Meeting in New York, Living in Hilo
In episode 7, I had the pleasure to interview Ernie and Mariah, who are a couple that owns a Poke shop in Hilo, Hawaii. We will hear about their experiences growing up in Hawaii, how they met in New York, and the foods of Hawaii. below are show notes of things that were discussed:
Ernie and Mariah's Poke shop: Poke Market (https://www.pokemarkethi.com/)
'Ulu (or breadfruit) Coop (https://eatbreadfruit.com/pages/aboutus)
Spam in Hawaii (https://www.vice.com/en/article/mgx7yx/why-hawaiians-are-utterly-obsessed-with-spam)
Spam Masubi (https://www.thehawaiiplan.com/what-is-spam-musubi/)
Lau Lau (https://whatscookingamerica.net/pork/hawaiian-laulaupork.htm)
Kalo (or Taro) (https://eatbreadfruit.com/pages/meet-kalo)
YouTube Channel: Bong Appetit (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnPDn1Lb79JHa7IiQk9k9rJhwuGJn43q2)
Restaurant in Hilo: Moon and Turtle (https://www.yelp.com/biz/moon-and-turtle-hilo-2)
Restaurant in Honolulu: Pai (https://www.yelp.com/biz/pai-honolulu-honolulu)
17 Oct 2023
Ep 6: Jose Posas, A Sports Neurologist in New Orleans on Food and Healthy Eating
In this episode, we will speak to Jose, who is a sports neurologist based in New Orleans. He is half Filipino and half Honduran. We will get his perspective about the food of New Orleans, ideas of healthy eating in medicine and the practice of everyday life, and also growing in New Orleans in a family of two different yet similar cultures. Below are links things we discussed in the show:
New Orleans Beignets (https://nola.eater.com/maps/best-beignets-new-orleans-sweet-savory)
New Orleans Jambalaya (https://www.neworleansrestaurants.com/news/articles/louisiana-food-origins-jambalaya)
New Orleans Red Beans and Rice (https://lacourkitchenandbar.com/exploring-the-origins-and-flavors-of-red-beans-and-rice/#:~:text=The%20Traditional%20Monday%20Staple,-The%20traditional%20Monday&text=This%20was%20when%20French%2Dspeaking,was%20adapted%20in%20New%20Orleans.)
New Orleans Gumbo (https://www.eater.com/2020/1/13/21056973/where-did-gumbo-originate-dish-history-new-orleans)
New Orleans Restaurant: Commander's Palace (https://www.commanderspalace.com/)
Civet Cat Coffee (https://www.npr.org/sections/thesalt/2012/09/20/161478954/heres-the-scoop-on-cat-poop-coffee)
Honduran Baleadas (https://www.curiouscuisiniere.com/honduran-baleadas/)
Filipino Lechon (https://www.tasteatlas.com/lechon)
TV Show: Is it Cake (https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/is_it_cake/s01)
15 Sept 2023
Ep 5: Cathy Erway, A Taiwanese-American Food Writer in NYC
In this episode, we will talk to Cathy, who is a New York-based food writer. She has written several books including my favorite - The Food of Taiwan. In this episode, we'll chat with Cathy about her writing career, what it's like to grow up in a bi-racial household, and how she thinks about food and nutrition. Here are some links to learn more about Cathy:
For a deep dive into Cathy's writing and podcasting career, you can check out her website by clicking here (https://www.cathyerway.com/).
Some books she wrote that was mentioned in this episode:
The Food of Taiwan (https://www.amazon.com/Food-Taiwan-Recipes-Beautiful-Island/dp/0544303016/ref=sr_1_1?crid=VS9PJF2AER30&keywords=The+Food+of+Taiwan&qid=1694695672&sprefix=the+food+of+taiwan%2Caps%2C118&sr=8-1)
Win Son Presents: A Taiwanese American Cookbook (https://www.amazon.com/Win-Presents-Taiwanese-American-Cookbook/dp/1419747088/ref=sr_1_1?crid=35PYI574LY6Q0&keywords=Win+Son+Presents%3A+A+Taiwanese+American+Cookbook&qid=1694695615&sprefix=win+son+presents+a+taiwanese+american+cookbook%2Caps%2C118&sr=8-1)
Sheet Pan Chicken (https://www.amazon.com/Sheet-Pan-Chicken-Simple-Satisfying/dp/1984858548/ref=sr_1_1?crid=XVLN41ZEBMC7&keywords=Sheet+Pan+Chicken+cathy+erway&qid=1694695586&sprefix=sheet+pan+chicken+cathy+erway%2Caps%2C124&sr=8-1)
The Art of Eating In (https://www.amazon.com/Art-Eating-Learned-Spending-Stove/dp/1592406041/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2M8HP5PT1YNRD&keywords=The+Art+of+Eating+In&qid=1694695548&sprefix=the+art+of+eating+in%2Caps%2C183&sr=8-1)
Other things mentioned in this podcast episode:
Traditional Taiwanese Breakfast - Congee (https://guide.michelin.com/sg/en/article/travel/taiwanese-congee-and-side-dishes#:~:text=The%20range%20of%20sides%20that,sorts%20of%20fried%20bean%20sticks.)
Book: Simple Art of Rice (https://www.amazon.com/Simple-Art-Rice-Recipes-Around/dp/125080910X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1KLTTM4GE1WYY&keywords=the+simple+art+of+rice+by+jj+johnson&qid=1694695973&sprefix=SIMPLE+ART+OF+RICE%2Caps%2C134&sr=8-1)
Fav Eating Spot: Nyonya, NYC (https://www.yelp.com/biz/nyonya-new-york)
Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) (https://www.nal.usda.gov/farms-and-agricultural-production-systems/community-supported-agriculture)
20 Aug 2023
Ep 4: Mike C., A Chef with Evolving Ideas of Eating and Nutrition
Mike is a chef living in Chicago. He comes from an Irish-American family and talks to us about his gastronomic journey that inspired him to become a chef. This episode covers a lot of interesting aspects of food culture in the U.S. such as fad diets, scientific eating, diversity of food culture in America, French vs. Mexican cooking, raising children and more. A few things mentioned in the podcast:
Book: Salad for Presidents (https://www.amazon.com/Salad-President-Cookbook-Inspired-Artists/dp/1419724118/ref=sr_1_1?crid=DMKH3AT3KQ5N&keywords=salads+for+presidents&qid=1692536838&sprefix=salad+for+president%2Caps%2C89&sr=8-1)
Movie: The Menu (https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_menu)
USDA Food Plate (https://www.myplate.gov/)
Book: The Best Ever 20 Minute Cookbook (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1780190522/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?smid=A1KIF2Y9A1PQYE&psc=1)
Mike's Favorite Good Eats in Chicago: Woo Chon Restaurant (https://www.yelp.com/biz/woo-chon-restaurant-chicago-2)
Mike's Favorite Good Eats in Chicago: Taco Boom (https://tacoboomchicago.com/)
10 Jul 2023
Ep 3: Philippe, French Gastronomy to Vegan Lifestyle
In episode 3, we'll talk to Philippe, who grew up eating French food cooked by his French father and later on became a vegan for reasons that include nutrition, environment, and animal welfare. Below are links for further exploration of this episode:
Vegan Films:
The Invisible Vegan (https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_invisible_vegan)
Food Inc. (https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/food_inc)
Fork Over Knives (https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/forks_over_knives)
Vegucated (https://vegucated.com/film/)
What the Health (https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/what_the_health)
Other Points Mentioned:
Fast Food Restaurant Roy Rogers (https://www.royrogersrestaurants.com/)
The French Paradox (https://www.lefoodist.com/paris-cooking-class/the-french-paradox)
Four Vegetarian/Vegan Food Culture (https://www.greenpeace.org.uk/news/world-cultures-and-religions-plant-based-vegetarian-vegan-diet/)
7 Jun 2023
Ep 2: Sophia, Ethiopian Gluten-Free Cuisine, Eat Alone Die Alone
In Episode 2 of Budding Taste, Sophia will shed light on Ethiopian cuisine, how meals are shared, it's gluten-free nature and what healthy eating looks growing up in Ethiopia. We will also discuss "lonely eating" in America and how that contrasts with Ethiopia's idea of communal eating. Below are show notes of books and restaurants. I also really enjoy the Simpson episode of eating in an Ethiopian restaurant.
Simpson Episode: Dining in an Ethiopian Restaurant (https://youtu.be/77dkSeuvq2c)
Book: Exotic Ethiopian Cooking - Society, Culture, Hospitality & Traditions (https://www.amazon.com/Exotic-Ethiopian-Cooking-Hospitality-Traditions/dp/0961634529)
Restaurants:
Lalibela, NYC (https://www.yelp.com/biz/lalibela-ethiopian-restaurant-new-york-2)
Meskerem, NYC (https://www.yelp.com/biz/meskerem-ethiopian-cuisine-new-york)
Habesha Market, Washington D.C. (https://www.habeshamarket.com/)
13 May 2023
Ep1: Giacomo, Italian Food and Cooking, Coming to America
In Episode 1 of Budding Taste, we will speak to Giacomo, who is from Italy, about growing up cooking and eating in an Italian Family. We will discuss how meals were structured in his family, ideas of food and nutrition, and how this has informed the way he eats today. Below are links to books and restaurants that he mentioned during our interview:
Books
Shark's Fin and Sichuan Pepper: A Sweet-Sour Memoir of Eating in China, Fuschia Dunlop (https://www.amazon.com/Sharks-Fin-Sichuan-Pepper-Sweet-Sour/dp/0393357740/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=)
My Kitchen in Rome: Recipes and Notes on Italian Cooking, Rachel Roddy (https://www.amazon.com/My-Kitchen-Rome-Recipes-Italian/dp/1455585165)
Jay Rayner's Last Supper (https://www.amazon.com/Jay-Rayners-Last-Supper-Rayner/dp/1783352213)
Restaurants in NYC
Spicy Village, Chinatown, Manhattan (https://www.yelp.com/biz/spicy-village-new-york)
Boran, Caroll Gardens, Brooklyn (https://www.yelp.com/biz/boran-brooklyn-2)
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