If you love to eat, cook and travel, The Splendid Table is your weekly go-to source. Our public radio program has been connecting people through the common language of food for over three decades. Hosted by award-winning food journalist Francis Lam, each week we bring you fresh voices and surprising conversations at the intersection of cooking, people and culture. We cover all things food – from recipes and restaurants to history and science, farmer’s markets and of course, the Thanksgiving feast. Our wide-ranging, freewheeling guest list includes both world-class and rookie chefs, bestselling authors, scientists, poets, musicians, and even an astronaut in orbit! <br/>Subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The Weeknight Kitchen, to receive practical, delicious weeknight-ready recipes. Once a month, we also share a sweet treat or baking recipe. Sign up at Splendidtable.org/newsletter <br/>Produced by American Public Media. Part of the Vox Media Podcast Network
The Splendid Table: Conversations & Recipes For Curious Cooks & Eaters
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If you love to eat, cook and travel, The Splendid Table is your weekly go-to source. Our public radio program has been connecting people through the common language of food for over three decades. Hosted by award-winning food journalist Francis Lam, each week we bring you fresh voices and surprising conversations at the intersection of cooking, people and culture. We cover all things food – from recipes and restaurants to history and science, farmer’s markets and of course, the Thanksgiving feast. Our wide-ranging, freewheeling guest list includes both world-class and rookie chefs, bestselling authors, scientists, poets, musicians, and even an astronaut in orbit! <br/>Subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The Weeknight Kitchen, to receive practical, delicious weeknight-ready recipes. Once a month, we also share a sweet treat or baking recipe. Sign up at Splendidtable.org/newsletter <br/>Produced by American Public Media. Part of the Vox Media Podcast Network
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Recent Episodes
July 3, 2026
852: 4th of July Cookout with Andrea Nguyen and Farideh Sadeghin
Host Francis Lam interviews author Andrea Nguyen about Vietnamese grilling and author Farideh Sadeghin about regional hot dog variations for a festive cookout.
June 12, 2026
851: Spanglish with Monti Carlo and The Lao Kitchen with Saeng Douangdara
Host Francis Lam interviews Food Editor Monti Carlo about her book "Spanglish" and Saeng Douangdara on Laotian cuisine, exploring food's connection to identity and heritage.
June 2, 2026
Culinary Masters Collection -Anthony Bourdain
Host Lynne Rossetto Kasper interviews the late Anthony Bourdain about his book "A Cook's Tour" and his definition of perfect meals.
808 total episodes available with 96 transcripts
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