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Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Umma: A Korean Mom's Kitchen Wisdom and 100 Family Recipes
Margaret McSweeney welcomes cookbook author Sarah Ahn to discuss Umma: A Korean Mom's Kitchen Wisdom. Discover Korean culinary heritage, heartfelt family recipes, and the rich history behind beloved dishes like kimchi grilled cheese. "Kimchi is more than just a trendy food item. Kimchi is a Korean person's identity. It's our pride and it's a staple of our cuisine because it's the only food that got Koreans through the harsh winter months, got us through the wars, the Japanese occupation and the Korean War." Sarah Ahn On this Special Edition of Kitchen Chat: A Taste of...
2025-06-03
20 min
Kitchen Chat
Umma: A Korean Mom's Kitchen Wisdom and 100 Family Recipes
Margaret McSweeney welcomes cookbook author Sarah Ahn to discuss Umma: A Korean Mom's Kitchen Wisdom. Discover Korean culinary heritage, heartfelt family recipes, and the rich history behind beloved dishes like kimchi grilled cheese. "Kimchi is more than just a trendy food item. Kimchi is a Korean person's identity. It's our pride and it's a staple of our cuisine because it's the only food that got Koreans through the harsh winter months, got us through the wars, the Japanese occupation and the Korean War." Sarah Ahn On this Special Edition of Kitchen Chat: A Taste of...
2025-06-03
20 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Raffles London at The OWO: A Taste of Luxury, History and Hospitality
Join KItchen Chat host Margaret McSweeney as she steps both into the future and back in time, to the hallowed, historic grounds of the Raffles London at The OWO. Experience the property's recent magnificent transformation of the Old War Office, a building where history was profoundly made, from the days of Winston Churchill to Ian Fleming's James Bond. Today, the historic building's storied past seamlessly intertwines with Raffles London at the OWO's unparalleled commitment to modern hospitality and culinary excellence. I especially enjoyed the exquisite Afternoon Tea. Just the name "Raffles" conjures images of timeless lu...
2025-05-27
10 min
Kitchen Chat
Raffles London at The OWO: A Taste of Luxury, History and Hospitality
Join KItchen Chat host Margaret McSweeney as she steps both into the future and back in time, to the hallowed, historic grounds of the Raffles London at The OWO. Experience the property's recent magnificent transformation of the Old War Office, a building where history was profoundly made, from the days of Winston Churchill to Ian Fleming's James Bond. Today, the historic building's storied past seamlessly intertwines with Raffles London at the OWO's unparalleled commitment to modern hospitality and culinary excellence. I especially enjoyed the exquisite Afternoon Tea. Just the name "Raffles" conjures images of timeless lu...
2025-05-27
10 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Matcha, Matcha, Matcha!
On this particularly timely edition of Kitchen Chat®: A Taste of Luxury, History, and Hospitality, host Margaret McSweeney whisks you away on a flavorful journey into the captivating world of Matcha! From World Tea Expo in Las Vegas and the Chicago Tea Festival, where the global popularity and ceremonial allure of Matcha was undeniably the "hot topic. Join Margaret as she explores what this powdered green tea is, by uncovering its fascinating history, its luxurious applications, and the warm hospitality that surrounds its preparation and enjoyment. We'll hear from distinguished experts who are shaping the mo...
2025-05-22
09 min
Kitchen Chat
Matcha, Matcha, Matcha!
On this particularly timely edition of Kitchen Chat®: A Taste of Luxury, History, and Hospitality, host Margaret McSweeney whisks you away on a flavorful journey into the captivating world of Matcha! From World Tea Expo in Las Vegas and the Chicago Tea Festival, where the global popularity and ceremonial allure of Matcha was undeniably the "hot topic. Join Margaret as she explores what this powdered green tea is, by uncovering its fascinating history, its luxurious applications, and the warm hospitality that surrounds its preparation and enjoyment. We'll hear from distinguished experts who are shaping the mo...
2025-05-22
09 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons: A Culinary Fairytale
Exploring the Sustainable Michelin-Starred Legacy of Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons with Executive Chef Luke Selby. "The garden is the canvas, and we take all our inspiration from the garden and the seasons." Executive Chef Luke Selby Embark on a journey with host Margaret McSweeney to one of the most exceptional luxury resorts in the world for a truly special edition of Kitchen Chat®: A Taste of Luxury, History, and Hospitality. Join Margaret as she discovers an enchanting, Michelin-starred world in the heart of Oxfordshire, United Kingdom, on her first visit to th...
2025-04-29
10 min
Kitchen Chat
Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons: A Culinary Fairytale
Exploring the Sustainable Michelin-Starred Legacy of Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons with Executive Chef Luke Selby. "The garden is the canvas, and we take all our inspiration from the garden and the seasons." Executive Chef Luke Selby Embark on a journey with host Margaret McSweeney to one of the most exceptional luxury resorts in the world for a truly special edition of Kitchen Chat®: A Taste of Luxury, History, and Hospitality. Join Margaret as she discovers an enchanting, Michelin-starred world in the heart of Oxfordshire, United Kingdom, on her first visit to th...
2025-04-29
10 min
Kitchen Chat
MacCallum House: A Gem In Mendocino
Let's explores the heart of Mendocino, California, and discover a true gem: the MacCallum House. This isn't just a hotel; it's a living piece of history, nestled in the heart of downtown, yet just a stone's throw from the dramatic Mendocino Headlands and the crashing Pacific. On this Kitchen Chat episode, Margaret McSweeney steps inside this beautifully preserved Victorian estate, built in 1882 as a romantic wedding gift for the legendary Daisy MacCallum from her pioneering father William Kelley. We'll uncover the captivating story of the MacCallum family, whose influence shaped the very fabric of Mendocino. (You can e...
2025-02-27
11 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
MacCallum House: A Gem In Mendocino
Let's explores the heart of Mendocino, California, and discover a true gem: the MacCallum House. This isn't just a hotel; it's a living piece of history, nestled in the heart of downtown, yet just a stone's throw from the dramatic Mendocino Headlands and the crashing Pacific. On this Kitchen Chat episode, Margaret McSweeney steps inside this beautifully preserved Victorian estate, built in 1882 as a romantic wedding gift for the legendary Daisy MacCallum from her pioneering father William Kelley. We'll uncover the captivating story of the MacCallum family, whose influence shaped the very fabric of Mendocino. (You can e...
2025-02-27
11 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Fathers + Daughters Cellars: A Sip of Family Legacy
This episode of "Kitchen Chat" journeys to the scenic Anderson Valley on the Mendocino Coast, where we discover the story of Fathers & Daughters Cellars, a winery born from a father's passion and a daughter's shared dream, now a multi-generational family venture. "It’s pretty special to ‘Taste at the Top,’” and this episode offers a one-of-a-kind introduction to their exceptional wines while overlooking the breathtaking Anderson Valley. Guy Pacurar and his wife Sarah Schoeneman are the co-owners of Fathers and Daughters Cellars. Join Margaret McSweeney as she tastes the unique story behind Fathers & Daughters Cellars with each...
2025-02-21
13 min
Kitchen Chat
Fathers + Daughters Cellars: A Sip of Family Legacy
This episode of "Kitchen Chat" journeys to the scenic Anderson Valley on the Mendocino Coast, where we discover the story of Fathers & Daughters Cellars, a winery born from a father's passion and a daughter's shared dream, now a multi-generational family venture. "It’s pretty special to ‘Taste at the Top,’” and this episode offers a one-of-a-kind introduction to their exceptional wines while overlooking the breathtaking Anderson Valley. Guy Pacurar and his wife Sarah Schoeneman are the co-owners of Fathers and Daughters Cellars. Join Margaret McSweeney as she tastes the unique story behind Fathers & Daughters Cellars with each...
2025-02-21
13 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Cristina Ferrare: The Model Kitchen
Today, we have the privilege of welcoming a living legend, the woman who has redefined what it means to be a multifaceted icon – the gorgeous and glamorous Cristina Ferrare! From supermodel to cookbook author, actress to television host, Cristina has captivated audiences for decades. Now, in addition to a return to international supermodel work, she's adding another incredible title to her impressive resume: grandmother! Throughout her life, Cristina's passion for food has brought her joy. She celebrates and her and has most recently become the star of this next chapter of her storied life. Fresh of...
2025-02-11
12 min
Kitchen Chat
Cristina Ferrare: The Model Kitchen
Today, we have the privilege of welcoming a living legend, the woman who has redefined what it means to be a multifaceted icon – the gorgeous and glamorous Cristina Ferrare! From supermodel to cookbook author, actress to television host, Cristina has captivated audiences for decades. Now, in addition to a return to international supermodel work, she's adding another incredible title to her impressive resume: grandmother! Throughout her life, Cristina's passion for food has brought her joy. She celebrates and her and has most recently become the star of this next chapter of her storied life. Fresh of...
2025-02-11
12 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Stanford Inn By the Sea: Wellness and Sustainability at the Only Vegan Hotel in North America
In this episode, we embark on a sojourn to the breathtaking Mendocino coast, dramatic cliffs, whispering redwoods, and the understated luxury of eco-elegance of the Stanford Inn By The Sea: Historic Farm and Eco-Resort. Here, amidst nature's grandeur, we discover a sanctuary of sustainability, a haven where impeccable hospitality intertwines with a deep reverence for the earth. Join Margaret McSweeney as she engages in intimate conversation with Jeff and Joan Stanford, the visionary proprietors who have woven their passion for environmental stewardship into the very fabric of this remarkable eco-resort. Uncover the story behind the in...
2025-02-06
15 min
Kitchen Chat
Stanford Inn By the Sea: Wellness and Sustainability at the Only Vegan Hotel in North America
In this episode, we embark on a sojourn to the breathtaking Mendocino coast, dramatic cliffs, whispering redwoods, and the understated luxury of eco-elegance of the Stanford Inn By The Sea: Historic Farm and Eco-Resort. Here, amidst nature's grandeur, we discover a sanctuary of sustainability, a haven where impeccable hospitality intertwines with a deep reverence for the earth. Join Margaret McSweeney as she engages in intimate conversation with Jeff and Joan Stanford, the visionary proprietors who have woven their passion for environmental stewardship into the very fabric of this remarkable eco-resort. Uncover the story behind the in...
2025-02-06
15 min
Kitchen Chat
Little River Inn: Local Flavors and Majestic Views of Mendocino Coast
This episode of "Kitchen Chat" embarks on a journey to the enchanting Mendocino Coast, where we will explore the legendary Little River Inn, perched on a hillside with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean. The tranquility, beauty and hospitality of Little River Inn have welcomed guests for nearly a century. It doesn't matter if you are traveling solo, as a couple or with a family, Little River Inn can customize all that Mendocino Coast has to offer you such as outdoor excursions and culinary adventures. Join Margaret McSweeney as she learns about the inn's history from the...
2025-01-24
16 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Little River Inn: Local Flavors and Majestic Views of Mendocino Coast
This episode of "Kitchen Chat" embarks on a journey to the enchanting Mendocino Coast, where we will explore the legendary Little River Inn, perched on a hillside with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean. The tranquility, beauty and hospitality of Little River Inn have welcomed guests for nearly a century. It doesn't matter if you are traveling solo, as a couple or with a family, Little River Inn can customize all that Mendocino Coast has to offer you such as outdoor excursions and culinary adventures. Join Margaret McSweeney as she learns about the inn's history from the...
2025-01-24
16 min
Kitchen Chat
Lula Cellars: Savor the Sip
Get ready for a captivating journey to the heart of Mendocino Wine Country for a very special Kitchen Chat and Wine Tasting! Join Host Margaret McSweeney as she travels to the picturesque vineyards of Lula Cellars, a boutique winery nestled in the acclaimed "Deep End" of the Anderson Valley. This isn't just any visit; it's the 2024 harvest, a time of vibrant energy and anticipation, and Margaret is joining Hospitality Manager Kim Badenhop for a truly delicious and convivial experience amid the glorious ripe vines. Lula Cellars has garnered well-deserved praise for its handcrafted Pinot Noir wi...
2025-01-14
14 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Lula Cellars: Savor the Sip
Get ready for a captivating journey to the heart of Mendocino Wine Country for a very special Kitchen Chat and Wine Tasting! Join Host Margaret McSweeney as she travels to the picturesque vineyards of Lula Cellars, a boutique winery nestled in the acclaimed "Deep End" of the Anderson Valley. This isn't just any visit; it's the 2024 harvest, a time of vibrant energy and anticipation, and Margaret is joining Hospitality Manager Kim Badenhop for a truly delicious and convivial experience amid the glorious ripe vines. Lula Cellars has garnered well-deserved praise for its handcrafted Pinot Noir wi...
2025-01-14
14 min
Kitchen Chat
InterContinental Mark Hopkins: A Taste of Luxury, History and Hospitality
Welcome to a very special edition of Kitchen Chat: A Taste of History, Hospitality, and Luxury, broadcasting from the iconic InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco. Perched atop Nob Hill, the InterContinental Mark Hopkins has reigned as a San Francisco landmark for nearly a century, a beacon of elegance and a witness to the city's vibrant and transformative history. From its breathtaking panoramic views to the legendary Top of the Mark lounge, this distinguished hotel has played host to a constellation of illustrious dignitaries, celebrated figures, and discerning travelers from around the globe.
2024-12-28
15 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
InterContinental Mark Hopkins: A Taste of Luxury, History and Hospitality
Welcome to a very special edition of Kitchen Chat: A Taste of History, Hospitality, and Luxury, broadcasting from the iconic InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco. Perched atop Nob Hill, the InterContinental Mark Hopkins has reigned as a San Francisco landmark for nearly a century, a beacon of elegance and a witness to the city's vibrant and transformative history. From its breathtaking panoramic views to the legendary Top of the Mark lounge, this distinguished hotel has played host to a constellation of illustrious dignitaries, celebrated figures, and discerning travelers from around the globe.
2024-12-28
15 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Foods That Matter with John Robert Sutton
John Robert Sutton is known as the Indiana Jones of Food. As an accomplished food archeologist and importer of food which has taken him to over 120 countries, Sutton hosts Foods that Matter on Curtco Media. He shares some fascinating history about food and some great food trends around the world that you should know about. From a plant based perspective Sutton shares the following: Honey will play a greater role as a natural binder in food bars. You see it already being used for sunflower seed bars. Cashew apples from Brazil are being used in ice cream. Sea b...
2024-12-03
38 min
Kitchen Chat
Foods That Matter with John Robert Sutton
John Robert Sutton is known as the Indiana Jones of Food. As an accomplished food archeologist and importer of food which has taken him to over 120 countries, Sutton hosts Foods that Matter on Curtco Media. He shares some fascinating history about food and some great food trends around the world that you should know about. From a plant based perspective Sutton shares the following: Honey will play a greater role as a natural binder in food bars. You see it already being used for sunflower seed bars. Cashew apples from Brazil are being used in ice cream. Sea b...
2024-12-03
38 min
Kitchen Chat
Cameron House on Loch Lomond and Chef Rohan Wadke
Welcome to a very special edition of Kitchen Chat, where we meet an award-winning U.K. Master Chef and delve into his legendary world of luxury, history, and hospitality. I'm your host, Margaret McSweeney, and I'm delighted to take you on a spectacular journey to Loch Lomond, Scotland. Today, we're visiting Cameron House, a historic baronial stone castle nestled on the shores of Loch Lomond. This renowned resort has a rich history, hosting dignitaries and royalty over the centuries. Join me as we explore its luxurious amenities, appointments and ambiance from its award-winning spa to its...
2024-10-01
29 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Cameron House on Loch Lomond and Chef Rohan Wadke
Welcome to a very special edition of Kitchen Chat, where we meet an award-winning U.K. Master Chef and delve into his legendary world of luxury, history, and hospitality. I'm your host, Margaret McSweeney, and I'm delighted to take you on a spectacular journey to Loch Lomond, Scotland. Today, we're visiting Cameron House, a historic baronial stone castle nestled on the shores of Loch Lomond. This renowned resort has a rich history, hosting dignitaries and royalty over the centuries. Join me as we explore its luxurious amenities, appointments and ambiance from its award-winning spa to its...
2024-10-01
29 min
Kitchen Chat
Monica Rothgery: Lessons from the Drive Through
Monica Rothgery, former COO of KFC US, part of Yum Brands, shares inspiring lessons about excellence along with surprising insights into fast food kitchens. Monica's recent book, "Lessons from the Drive-Thru: Real Life Wisdom for Frontline Leaders" goes beyond optimal team management practices and provides great advice for everyone who is pursuing excellence in their lives. A great tip to attract and retain loyal employees and to create an environment where team members feel valued is to invest both monetary and relationship capital. Engagement is essential. Take the time to learn about your team members a...
2024-04-30
36 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Monica Rothgery: Lessons from the Drive Through
Monica Rothgery, former COO of KFC US, part of Yum Brands, shares inspiring lessons about excellence along with surprising insights into fast food kitchens. Monica's recent book, "Lessons from the Drive-Thru: Real Life Wisdom for Frontline Leaders" goes beyond optimal team management practices and provides great advice for everyone who is pursuing excellence in their lives. A great tip to attract and retain loyal employees and to create an environment where team members feel valued is to invest both monetary and relationship capital. Engagement is essential. Take the time to learn about your team members a...
2024-04-30
36 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
A Taste of Luxury, History and Hospitality at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel
Kitchen Chat Host and Founder Margaret McSweeney is joind by Executive Pastry Chef Riccardo Menicucci for "A Taste of Luxury, History and Hospitality at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel". The Beverly Wilshire is a sweet destination, especially during Oscars Week. This year's amenities included a film projector made of Valrhona Manjari, a luxury chocolate, in addition to a thoughtfully designed and braided croissant representing the team of talented people required to create a film. And of course it was topped with gold! Beverly Wilshire, a Four Seasons Hotel, has a long history within the...
2024-04-17
16 min
Kitchen Chat
A Taste of Luxury, History and Hospitality at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel
Kitchen Chat Host and Founder Margaret McSweeney is joind by Executive Pastry Chef Riccardo Menicucci for "A Taste of Luxury, History and Hospitality at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel". The Beverly Wilshire is a sweet destination, especially during Oscars Week. This year's amenities included a film projector made of Valrhona Manjari, a luxury chocolate, in addition to a thoughtfully designed and braided croissant representing the team of talented people required to create a film. And of course it was topped with gold! Beverly Wilshire, a Four Seasons Hotel, has a long history within the...
2024-04-17
16 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Cliveden House: A Taste of English History
Nestled amongst 370 acres of gardens and grounds is the grandeur of the historic Cliveden House. Originally built in 1666 by the Duke of Buckingham, the last owner was William Waldorf Astor who rebuilt the estate to what it is today. The National Trust is the owner of Cliveden House which is now a breathtaking luxury five star hotel. Recently, I booked an overnight stay at Cliveden House through American Express Travel's Fine Hotels and Resorts. The benefits included a free breakfast and free upgrade. I was traveling with my friend, May Wong from graduate school and h...
2023-10-06
05 min
Kitchen Chat
Cliveden House: A Taste of English History
Nestled amongst 370 acres of gardens and grounds is the grandeur of the historic Cliveden House. Originally built in 1666 by the Duke of Buckingham, the last owner was William Waldorf Astor who rebuilt the estate to what it is today. The National Trust is the owner of Cliveden House which is now a breathtaking luxury five star hotel. Recently, I booked an overnight stay at Cliveden House through American Express Travel's Fine Hotels and Resorts. The benefits included a free breakfast and free upgrade. I was traveling with my friend, May Wong from graduate school and h...
2023-10-06
05 min
Kitchen Chat
Kitchen Chat® in Antibes with Chef Lee Burton
Join Margaret McSweeney and Chef Lee Burton at a table by a tree-lined gravel driveway in front of an 18th century villa in Antibes for a special Kitchen Chat. Both Chef Lee and Margaret share Alabama roots and enjoyed connecting the dots of mutual friends and southern childhood taste memories. Enjoy the background sounds of cicadas singing and the birds chirping. As the foodie friends of Kitchen Chat know, charity begins in the kitchen. Chef Lee has a passion for teaching children how to cook and is involved with a fantastic charity, the Rochford Foundation. He...
2023-09-26
17 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Kitchen Chat® in Antibes with Chef Lee Burton
Join Margaret McSweeney and Chef Lee Burton at a table by a tree-lined gravel driveway in front of an 18th century villa in Antibes for a special Kitchen Chat. Both Chef Lee and Margaret share Alabama roots and enjoyed connecting the dots of mutual friends and southern childhood taste memories. Enjoy the background sounds of cicadas singing and the birds chirping. As the foodie friends of Kitchen Chat know, charity begins in the kitchen. Chef Lee has a passion for teaching children how to cook and is involved with a fantastic charity, the Rochford Foundation. He...
2023-09-26
17 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Chef Eric Lanlard: Royal Ascot Afternoon Tea
Highly acclaimed pastry chef Eric Lanlard, owner of Cakeboy Cookery School in London shares some great tips to enjoy an Afternoon Tea. As Chef for the Royal Ascot Afternoon Tea, Chef Lanlard prepared around 6,500 Afternoon Tea servings this season including 20,000 scones. Queen Anne founded Ascot Racecourse in 1711 and even stopped there often on her ride from Windsor for an Afternoon Tea before there was a racecourse. According to Chef Lanlard, a royal approach to prepare your scones is the Cornish way with jam first and then clotted cream on top. However, this remains a constant cuisine debate with Cornwall vs...
2023-08-09
19 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Butcher on the Block with Chef Matt Moore
As the grandson of a Butcher, Chef and Southern Gentleman Matt Moore's passion for meat is literally in his bones. As the author of the acclaimed A Southern Gentleman's Kitchen, South's Best Butts and Serial Griller, Chef Moore shares his rich legacy of recipes and methods for both 'low and slow' or 'fast and hot' cooking. Chef Moore shares his latest book , Butcher on the Block and celebrates the local Butcher as a culinary hero with stories, coveted family recipes, and expert tips from the people behind the counter who sell meats, poultry, fish, vegetables, and trimmings al...
2023-07-19
25 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Compound Butter with Chef Sheana Davis
Flavored butters from around the globe sound enticing, and as Kitchen Chat discovered they are easy to make and utterly delicious. Trained in the kitchen of M.F.K. Fisher, Chef Sheana Davis shares her priceless recipes and the origin story of her now world-famous compound butter passion in her wonderful new book: Buttermonger. As a young culinarian, Chef Sheana was mentored by the pre-eminent M.F.K. Fisher, and was introduced to compound butters, 3-2-1 cocktails, and other hospitality & culinary "essentials". Later, and throughout her distinguished culinary career, Chef Sheana continued to draw u...
2023-06-20
29 min
Kitchen Chat
Tuscan Women Cook: Sharing Abundance and Passion
If you are passionate about food, wine, family and friends, Tuscany beckons like few places on the planet with rolling hills and luscious abundance. Nestled in the magnificent, ancient province of Sienna, in the village of Montefollonico, is Tuscan Women Cook, an immersive cooking experience destination curated by Coleen Kirnan, which welcomes global guests for the culinary trip of a lifetime each week of the year. Join Margaret as she welcomes Coleen from the kitchens of Montefollonico for an inspiring conversation about the total-immersion Tuscan cooking school vacations she hosts in the medieval town in t...
2023-04-19
21 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Tuscan Women Cook: Sharing Abundance and Passion
If you are passionate about food, wine, family and friends, Tuscany beckons like few places on the planet with rolling hills and luscious abundance. Nestled in the magnificent, ancient province of Sienna, in the village of Montefollonico, is Tuscan Women Cook, an immersive cooking experience destination curated by Coleen Kirnan, which welcomes global guests for the culinary trip of a lifetime each week of the year. Join Margaret as she welcomes Coleen from the kitchens of Montefollonico for an inspiring conversation about the total-immersion Tuscan cooking school vacations she hosts in the medieval town in t...
2023-04-19
21 min
MAX & Friends
Sunday Suppers on MAX & Friends with James Beard award-winner Jennifer English & Guest: Author and Culinary Enthusiast Margaret McSweeney
Join Host Max Tucci and Co-Host James Beard Award-winner, Jennifer English as they welcome Author and Culinary Enthusiast, Margaret McSweeney to Sunday Suppers- All are welcome to the table, where we discuss family, traditions, hospitality, conviviality and cuisine!
2023-03-12
55 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
"The Delmonico Way" with Max Tucci
"And to the reader, I dedicate this book to you, with hopes that it will inspire you to celebrate life with elegance, grace, laughter, love, and intentions - in the spirit of the Delmonico Way." Max Tucci Hospitality is a way of life for Max Tucci, the grandson of the late Oscar Tucci, owner of the famous New York restaurant Delmonico's. The Delmonico brothers opened their first establishment in 1827, in 1926, Delmonico's became a part of Tucci's family. All were always welcome at the table in Delmonico's and that is a...
2022-12-16
51 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Chef Mary Sue Milliken: Living and Leading with Joy
"Joy comes from cooking for other people." -- Chef Mary Sue Milliken. Chef Mary Sue Milliken continues to enjoy her culinary career with great success in owning restaurants, writing cookbooks, and starring in TV shows. In this Kitchen Chat, Chef Milliken shares the joy of her journey and the life lessons she has learned along the way, including special insight from Julia Child. Chef Milliken's non-profit Regarding Her is helping empower and uplift the next generation of women in the hospitality industry. She is passionate about mentorship and giving back to the industry that she loves. In...
2022-11-02
36 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Queen of the Coop: Lisa Steele
Did you know that around 10 million in the United States are raising chickens? Lisa Steel, a fifth-generation chicken keeper and founder of Fresh Eggs Daily, has a new cookbook The Fresh Eggs Daily Cookbook: Over 100 Fabulous Recipes to Use Eggs in Unexpected Ways. In this podcast, you will learn about the benefits of a fresh egg, some tips on raising chickens and some great recipes with eggs from her new cookbook. Watch Lisa make some delicious and simple to prepare, Crispy Lemon-Fried Eggs at https://www.kitchenchat.info
2022-03-16
24 min
Kitchen Chat
Rohini Dey: Let's Talk Womxn
Let's celebrate International Women's Day with Rohini Day! She is an accomplished businesswoman who has worked with the World Bank, a large consulting firm and even launched the women's program at James Beard Foundation. She left the corporate world to pursue her passion of opening an Indian and Latin American fusion restaurant in Chicago called Vermilion. Margaret McSweeney and Chef Jaime Laurita recently had a Kitchen Chat to discuss cuisine with Rohini and her important initiative called Let's Talk Womxn. Let's Talk is a collaboration of women restaurateurs to build combined economic power. It's not a...
2022-03-07
17 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Rohini Dey: Let's Talk Womxn
Let's celebrate International Women's Day with Rohini Day! She is an accomplished businesswoman who has worked with the World Bank, a large consulting firm and even launched the women's program at James Beard Foundation. She left the corporate world to pursue her passion of opening an Indian and Latin American fusion restaurant in Chicago called Vermilion. Margaret McSweeney and Chef Jaime Laurita recently had a Kitchen Chat to discuss cuisine with Rohini and her important initiative called Let's Talk Womxn. Let's Talk is a collaboration of women restaurateurs to build combined economic power. It's not a...
2022-03-07
17 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Gender Equity and the Food Industry: A Spotlight on Daisy Zeijlon
The data points are staggering. 52% of all restaurant workers are women. 71% of servers are women. 82% of hostesses are women. 54% of all culinary students are women. And only 7% of all restaurants are led by women chefs. Daisy Zeijlon, food and gender scholar discusses the "why" behind these numbers along with the "how" to change them.
2022-02-01
18 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Celebrating Serendipity with Stephen Bruce
"New York was the spell, the impetus of making it work. We were three young men and we came to New York to seek fame and fortune. We turned out to be the toast of the town, at least on the East Side." Stephen Bruce Serendipity3 is a place of celebrating delicious milestones with family and friends while savoring an omelette and sipping a Frrrozen Hot Chocolate. This iconic restaurant recently celebrated 67 years, a rare honor in New York City. Very few restaurateurs can say that James Beard taught them how to cook...
2021-11-30
49 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Global Family Cookbook with Chef Katie Chin
Chef Katie Chin and I share a parallel culinary journey. She is honoring her late mother, Leann Chin, who was a successful restaurateur in Minnesota. I am honoring my late father, Dr. Claude H. Rhea Jr., who was a wonderful home chef. Cooking was an expression of love in both of our homes and a bridge to new cultures. What an honor it was to write the foreword to Katie's new book "Global Family Cookbook. After a fun event in the Middleby Residential Orange County Showroom, Chef Katie and I sat down for a Kitchen Chat to...
2021-07-19
22 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
A Father’s Day Celebration with Chef Bradford Thompson
First of all, Happy Father's Day to all who celebrate as a dad, granddad, or as someone who is a father influence in another person's life. For this week's celebration of Father's Day, I am spotlighting James Beard Award winner, Chef Bradford Thompson. He has a special tradition with his children to engage them in the appreciation of food preparation and fine dining. From a very young age, his children have understood how families connect in the kitchen. His daughter videotapes him creating recipes. For back to school celebrations, Chef Bradford and his daughter have a special...
2021-06-15
14 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Celebrating Flavors with Sherry Yard, Host of The Great American Baking Show
"If you make a syrup for a sorbet or souffle, take jasmine flowers and infuse them into a passionfruit base. Coax the flavor out from what already exists. Be intimate with your ingredients." - Chef Sherry Yard. Let's celebrate flavors with Chef Sherry Yard, James Beard Award winning Outstanding Pastry Chef and a host of The Great American Baking Show. As a creator of the legendary Spago Beverly Hills' chocolate "Oscars" at The Governors Ball and as a mentor on The Great American Baking Show, Chef Sherry exudes and shares her passion for creating sweet and memorable...
2021-05-26
39 min
Kitchen Chat
Celebrating Flavors with Sherry Yard, Host of The Great American Baking Show
"If you make a syrup for a sorbet or souffle, take jasmine flowers and infuse them into a passionfruit base. Coax the flavor out from what already exists. Be intimate with your ingredients." - Chef Sherry Yard. Let's celebrate flavors with Chef Sherry Yard, James Beard Award winning Outstanding Pastry Chef and a host of The Great American Baking Show. As a creator of the legendary Spago Beverly Hills' chocolate "Oscars" at The Governors Ball and as a mentor on The Great American Baking Show, Chef Sherry exudes and shares her passion for creating sweet and memorable...
2021-05-26
39 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Chef Jeremiah Tower: A Shining Culinary Constellation
Let's celebrate Chef Jeremiah Tower's culinary past, present and future. Considered to be the first Celebrity Chef and a creator of California cuisine, Chef Tower's creative genius continues to influence chefs around the world and across generations. During this special Kitchen Chat, he shares delightful stories about Julia Child, James Beard and Anthony Bourdain with Chef Jaime Laurita and me. Chef Tower also touches upon the music in the kitchen at Chez Panisse and shares why he left Stars, his famous restaurant in San Francisco. He explains, "At the very top, you step off. That's why I left and...
2021-05-05
30 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Fanny Singer: Always Home Encore
A milestone moment of my culinary journey was sitting down with Alice Waters at Chez Panisse for a Kitchen Chat while sipping fresh mint water. How special for Chef Jaime Laurita and me to recently interview Alice Waters' daughter, Fanny Singer about her new book, Always Home: A Daughter’s Recipes & Stories. This book reflects upon Fanny's childhood memories of life with her parents and of Chez Panisse. Fanny Singer is an accomplished editor, writer, and co-founder of the design brand Permanent Collection. Singer also earned a PhD. Fanny explains how art and food are connected by th...
2021-03-28
36 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Chef Alice Waters: Queen of the Garden Encore
Chef Alice Waters is a counterculture culinary hero who has helped pioneer the farm to table movement in the United States at her iconic restaurant Chez Panisse. At age four, she won a costume contest dressed as "Queen of the Garden" that featured produce from her parents' Victory Garden. This win was just a mere glimpse into her future as an award winning chef, cookbook author, philanthropist, activist and advocate for sustainability and freshly grown produce. Recently, Chef Alice Waters graciously greeted me at her Chez Panisse office in Berkeley. A lovely glass teapot sat atop the...
2021-03-22
41 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Chef Rick Bayless: Creating Bold Flavor from your Farmers Market Produxe.
Are you ready to create a vital and bold flavor profile with the produce? Chef Rick Bayless, a Maestro of Mexican Cuisine, provides tips, techniques and recipes from his latest cookbook More Mexican Everyday that will delight your palate. Chef Bayless is an award winning chef, restaurateur, entrepreneur, cookbook author and philanthropist. Over the past decade, his Frontera Farmer Foundation has funded over $1.5 million in grants to help small midwestern family farms bring delicious produce to the marketplace. Chef Bayless is a Renaissance man and chef who savors the authentic flavors of Mexico and shares his expertise and passion with...
2021-03-10
13 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Chef Martin Yan
Do you want to learn how to debone a chicken in 18 seconds? Chef Martin Yan recently joined Margaret McSweeney and Chef Jaime Laurita in the Middleby Residential Showroom for an exciting Kitchen Chat on Viking Facebook Live. Chef Yan welcomes us all into his kitchen with enthusiasm and encourages us with his motto: "If Yan can cook, so can you!" Chef Yan's multiple accolades include the distinction of Master Chef by American Culinary Federation, an Emmy award-winning television show, James Beard award-winning cookbook along with many other honors.
2021-01-10
35 min
Kitchen Chat
Chef Martin Yan
Do you want to learn how to debone a chicken in 18 seconds? Chef Martin Yan recently joined Margaret McSweeney and Chef Jaime Laurita in the Middleby Residential Showroom for an exciting Kitchen Chat on Viking Facebook Live. Chef Yan welcomes us all into his kitchen with enthusiasm and encourages us with his motto: "If Yan can cook, so can you!" Chef Yan's multiple accolades include the distinction of Master Chef by American Culinary Federation, an Emmy award-winning television show, James Beard award-winning cookbook along with many other honors.
2021-01-10
35 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Chef Andrew Zimmern: Experiencing Food, Sharing Culture
What is aquaculture? Have you ever tried sea grapes? Chef Andrew Zimmern shares his passion for solving the issues of feeding the planet. "Sea Vegetables are the new wave of eating, so delicious and so good for you," Andrew explains. Family Dinner, Andrew's new show, will be premiering on Magnolia in 2021. Chef Jaime Laurita and I have had the honor of meeting Andrew twice on the James Beard Foundation Awards Red Carpet in Chicago in 2017 and 2018. Andrew is delightful and knows how to savor the day.
2020-12-19
47 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
The Breath of a Wok with Grace Young
"When a stir fry is cooked, it possesses "Wok Hei (hay)" which means life force. I like to call it the breath of a wok." Grace Young aka Stir Fry Guru. Grace Young will teach you the insiders' secrets of seasoning your wok. Also known as Stir Fry Guru and a Wok Therapist, Young is a prolific cookbook author. Grace Young has recently partnered with the James Beard Foundation to help #SaveChineseRestaurants through Instagram. Post a dish from your local Chinese restaurant and tag a friend along with James Beard Foundation on Instagram and use...
2020-11-25
42 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Celebrating Women’s Entrepreneurship Day 2020 with Cynthia Rowley
Celebrating Women’s Entrepreneurship Day 2020 with Cynthia Rowley.
2020-11-18
19 min
Kitchen Chat
Chef Roy Yamaguchi: The Pioneer of Asian Fusion
Chef Roy Yamaguchi is the Pioneer of Asian Fusion. Born and raised on a U.S. Army base in Japan, Chef Yamaguchi discovered his love of cooking through a home economics course in high school. A young Chef Roy made roast turkey, and his school counselor was so impressed that he encouraged him to consider cooking as a career. Chef Roy graduated from Culinary Institute of America and he soon created his own identity and style of cooking by showcasing the Japanese cuisine of his upbringing combined with the techniques and flavors of French cuisine. Join Margaret McSweeney and...
2020-11-03
34 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Chef Roy Yamaguchi: The Pioneer of Asian Fusion
Chef Roy Yamaguchi is the Pioneer of Asian Fusion. Born and raised on a U.S. Army base in Japan, Chef Yamaguchi discovered his love of cooking through a home economics course in high school. A young Chef Roy made roast turkey, and his school counselor was so impressed that he encouraged him to consider cooking as a career. Chef Roy graduated from Culinary Institute of America and he soon created his own identity and style of cooking by showcasing the Japanese cuisine of his upbringing combined with the techniques and flavors of French cuisine. Join Margaret McSweeney and...
2020-11-03
34 min
Kitchen Chat
Peas, Love and Carrots
What is a schug and how can it make your life delicious? Danielle Renov's new book Peas, Love and Carrots is bursting with Moroccan-Israeli inspired flavors. Learn about harissa and how it can spice up any dish. Danielle has a collection of recipes for sauces and dips to have ready to elevate any meal. You will feel her passion and love for cooking as Margaret McSweeney and Chef Jaime Laurita chat with Danielle Renov about her new book Peas, Love and Carrots.
2020-10-12
32 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Peas, Love and Carrots
What is a schug and how can it make your life delicious? Danielle Renov's new book Peas, Love and Carrots is bursting with Moroccan-Israeli inspired flavors. Learn about harissa and how it can spice up any dish. Danielle has a collection of recipes for sauces and dips to have ready to elevate any meal. You will feel her passion and love for cooking as Margaret McSweeney and Chef Jaime Laurita chat with Danielle Renov about her new book Peas, Love and Carrots.
2020-10-12
32 min
Kitchen Chat
Live Life Deliciously with Tara Teaspoon
Tara Bench, aka Tara Teaspoon has worked for decades in food publishing and was the food editor for Martha Stewart Living and the food director for Ladies Home Journal. Through these publications, she has always inspired home chefs and has encouraged everyone to view recipes as a guide and to "make it work for you." She discusses the changes in the publishing industry and the role that influencers play. For those aspiring culinary writers, Tara notes that there are many paths that one can take to share their stories, including podcasts, social media, blogs, websites and even...
2020-10-01
23 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Live Life Deliciously with Tara Teaspoon
Tara Bench, aka Tara Teaspoon has worked for decades in food publishing and was the food editor for Martha Stewart Living and the food director for Ladies Home Journal. Through these publications, she has always inspired home chefs and has encouraged everyone to view recipes as a guide and to "make it work for you." She discusses the changes in the publishing industry and the role that influencers play. For those aspiring culinary writers, Tara notes that there are many paths that one can take to share their stories, including podcasts, social media, blogs, websites and even...
2020-10-01
23 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
The History and Future of Spago: Barbara Lazaroff and Byron Lazaroff-Puck
Spago, Beverly Hills is the iconic flagship of the Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group. Celebrations at Spago are legendary. Did you know that the Oscars parties at Spago predate the Vanity Fair parties? Just days before Covid hit in March, Chef Jaime Laurita and I went to Spago for a very special Kitchen Chat with Barbara Lazaroff, co-founder of Wolfgang Puck Brand and her youngest son, Byron Lazaroff-Puck.
2020-08-31
1h 01
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Best of BBQ
Enjoy the Best of BBQ and Grilling with some of the top experts! Steven Raichlen, Meathead, Mike Mills, and Myron Mixon share their tips and techniques to make you a BBQ Rock Star in your backyard!
2020-08-16
41 min
Kitchen Chat
Home Baking Recipes with Pastry Chef Angela Garbacz
Satisfy your sweet tooth with Perfectly Golden: Adapatable Recipes for Sweet and Simple Treats, a delicious new cookbook by Angela Garbacz, pastry chef and owner of Goldenrod Pastries in Lincoln Nebraska. Recently, Margaret McSweeney and Chef Jaime Laurita spoke with Chef Garbacz about this popular trend of people spending more time baking in their kitchens. Home baking has never been bigger. Flour is in high demand and Chef Garbacz helps us understand if including how to tell if the dough feels right or how to tell if a cake smells like it is done.
2020-07-09
18 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Home Baking Recipes with Pastry Chef Angela Garbacz
Satisfy your sweet tooth with Perfectly Golden: Adapatable Recipes for Sweet and Simple Treats, a delicious new cookbook by Angela Garbacz, pastry chef and owner of Goldenrod Pastries in Lincoln Nebraska. Recently, Margaret McSweeney and Chef Jaime Laurita spoke with Chef Garbacz about this popular trend of people spending more time baking in their kitchens. Home baking has never been bigger. Flour is in high demand and Chef Garbacz helps us understand if including how to tell if the dough feels right or how to tell if a cake smells like it is done.
2020-07-09
18 min
Kitchen Chat
The Berkshires Farm Table Cookbook: 125 Homegrown Recipes from the Hills of New England
Join Margaret McSweeney and Jaime Laurita for a Kitchen Chat with Elisa and Rob Buildner about the farm to table culture in the rolling New England Hills. The Berkshires are are a cultural mecca and food hub thriving with small farms and specialty food. Elisa and Rob's cookbook share and celebrate these homegrown secrets.
2020-06-25
30 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
The Berkshires Farm Table Cookbook: 125 Homegrown Recipes from the Hills of New England
Join Margaret McSweeney and Jaime Laurita for a Kitchen Chat with Elisa and Rob Buildner about the farm to table culture in the rolling New England Hills. The Berkshires are are a cultural mecca and food hub thriving with small farms and specialty food. Elisa and Rob's cookbook share and celebrate these homegrown secrets.
2020-06-25
30 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Navigating the New Normal: Chef Bill Kim & Yvonne Cadiz-Kim
Chef Bill Kim and Yvonne Cadiz-Kim are both highly respected throughout the hospitality industry. Recently, Chef Jaime Laurita and I had a Kitchen Chat with this dynamic duo. As chef/owner of Urban Belly and chef/partner of Crate & Barrel's The Table at Crate, Chef Kim is navigating the new normal. Carry out is the main focus for Urban Belly, and Chef Bill and Yvonne have amplified the process for controlling the restaurant's environment to keep everything sanitized and to keep everyone safe.
2020-06-25
29 min
Kitchen Chat
A Special Tribute to Ubon's Garry Roark
Today on KitchenChat your host Margaret McSweeney talks to Garry and Leslie Roark-Scott of Ubon's Barbeque at Chicago's "Windy City Smokeout". Garry died just a few weeks after this interview in 2018. I purposely held onto this video to let some time pass before reaching out to Leslie to ask her permission to share this special Kitchen Chat. Leslie encouraged me to share this to honor her father, and I thought that the week of Father's Day would be such a fitting time. My heart aches for her and her family as they continue to mourn...
2020-06-16
14 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
A Special Tribute to Ubon's Garry Roark
Today on KitchenChat your host Margaret McSweeney talks to Garry and Leslie Roark-Scott of Ubon's Barbeque at Chicago's "Windy City Smokeout". Garry died just a few weeks after this interview in 2018. I purposely held onto this video to let some time pass before reaching out to Leslie to ask her permission to share this special Kitchen Chat. Leslie encouraged me to share this to honor her father, and I thought that the week of Father's Day would be such a fitting time. My heart aches for her and her family as they continue to mourn...
2020-06-16
14 min
Kitchen Chat
Matt Moore, Serial Griller
Join Margaret McSweeney and Jaime Laurita as they talk with Serial Griller Matt Moore. Learn the secrets of grilling the ultimate comfort food. Matt traveled 10,000 miles to explore hot and fast grilling as documented in his new book, Serial Griller- Grillmaster secrets for flame-cooked perfection. Chefs Matt worked with include James Beard outstanding chefs Michael Solomonov, Ashley Christensen and Meathead. Ashley encouraged Matt to use the practice of “shaping fire” while grilling. Based out of Nashville, Matt lives in the heart of the city, He spends 200 days of the year on the road and...
2020-05-18
17 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Matt Moore, Serial Griller
Join Margaret McSweeney and Jaime Laurita as they talk with Serial Griller Matt Moore. Learn the secrets of grilling the ultimate comfort food. Matt traveled 10,000 miles to explore hot and fast grilling as documented in his new book, Serial Griller- Grillmaster secrets for flame-cooked perfection. Chefs Matt worked with include James Beard outstanding chefs Michael Solomonov, Ashley Christensen and Meathead. Ashley encouraged Matt to use the practice of “shaping fire” while grilling. Based out of Nashville, Matt lives in the heart of the city, He spends 200 days of the year on the road and...
2020-05-18
17 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Navigating the New Normal: Chef Bill Kim and Yvonne Cadiz-Kim
Chef Bill Kim and Yvonne Cadiz-Kim are both highly respected throughout the hospitality industry. Recently, Chef Jaime Laurita and I had a Kitchen Chat with this dynamic duo. As chef/owner of Urban Belly and chef/partner of Crate & Barrel's The Table at Crate, Chef Kim is navigating the new normal. Carry out is the main focus for Urban Belly, and Chef Bill and Yvonne have amplified the process for controlling the restaurant's environment to keep everything sanitized and to keep everyone safe.
2020-05-18
29 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Fanny Singer: Always Home
How special for Chef Jaime Laurita and me to recently interview Alice Waters' daughter, Fanny Singer about her new book, Always Home: A Daughter’s Recipes & Stories. This book reflects upon Fanny's childhood memories of life with her parents and of Chez Panisse. Fanny Singer is an accomplished editor, writer, and co-founder of the design brand Permanent Collection. Singer also earned a PhD. Fanny explains how art and food are connected by the compulsion to create beauty in one’s environment. Completed just before the pandemic, her book, Always Home, imparts an even deeper meaning duri...
2020-04-29
36 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Donnie Madia: Impact of COVID-19 on Restaurant Industry
Restaurants are the hearts and souls of each community. Comprising 10% of the overall workforce in the U.S. with eleven million employees and adding $1 trillion to the economy, the restaurant industry is an essential player in the economic health and well-being of this country. This industry is feeling the brunt of COVD-19 pandemic, both for the employees and for the restaurateurs, and the effect is even more far reaching as farmers, fishermen, beverage distributors, linen services and other food and service suppliers are impacted. Restaurants are uniting to find solutions to sustain the workforce through this time and strategize...
2020-04-24
21 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Comfort Food and Comfort Mood with Chef Carla Hall
Chef Carla Hall is a bouquet of sunshine. Her genuine kindness and enthusiasm for cooking are her hallmarks. During this challenging time, we all need a little sunshine and encouragement. Chef Carla Hall shares what she is cooking during the quarantine and has words of comfort from her kitchen. Get inspired to try your hand at baking bread or starting a family cooking night! Join Chef Jaime Laurita and me for this special Kitchen Chat with Chef Carla Hall.
2020-04-10
29 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Connecting with Friends: Chef Jaime Laurita in His Kitchen
Let's connect in our kitchens! I know this is a difficult time, dear foodie friends. We can all feel a bit disconnected and discouraged. Please know that you are not alone. Please reach out to others in your community. My dear friend and co-host, Chef Jaime Laurita and I recently had a Kitchen Chat by phone in our respective kitchens. How odd this felt not to actually be in person recording. Just a few weeks ago, we were celebrating on the red carpet in Los Angeles as Kitchen Chat was inducted into the Taste Awards Hall of...
2020-03-31
15 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
The Joy of Julia Child
Julia Child always had that special "joie de vivre." I so wish that I had met her. Through Kitchen Chat, however, I have been able to get to know her through the stories and anecdotes shared by our guests. "Riding in Cars with Julia Child" will be the first in this special series. It features three wonderful chefs: Jim Dodge, Dorie Greenspan and Sanford D'Amato, each with a unique experience of riding in a car with Julia.
2020-03-25
06 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Deepa’s Secrets: Slow Carb/New Indian Cuisine
Join me on a delicious and healthy journey with Deepa Thomas, author of Deepa’s Secrets. As Deepa says, “It’s not rocket science that we are what we eat.” As many of you know, I am a five year breast cancer survivor and have been trying to embrace a healthier lifestyle. However, the constant challenge is trying to find the balance of delicious and nutritious. Deepa’s kitchen chat has literally changed my life. Her recipes empower and nourish and will expand your global palate and help satiate the spirit and the stomach.
2020-03-06
37 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Faith, Family and The Feast: Recipes to Feed Your Crew from the Grill, Garden and Iron Skillet by Kent and Shannon Rollins
Join Cowboy Kent Rollins and his wife Shannon on the chuckwagon trail as they share recipes for life, love and delicious meals in the new book Faith, Family & The Feast: Recipes to Feed Your Crew from the Grill, Garden and Iron Skillet. Kent's parents taught him an important lesson at a young age; "Faith, love, and food will get you through anything in life that might happen to you."
2020-02-06
24 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Vegen Meal Prep with Robin Asbell
The plant-based lifestyle is quite trendy these days; however it's now a way of life for me. After an unexpected detour in my health, I began this green journey and am grateful for Robin Asbell and Chef Dave Choi for being my GPS. Whether or not you are fully making the change to plant-based or just adding a little more plants to your plate, Robin Asbell has some delicious dishes for you. In her new book, Vegan Meal Prep, A 5 week program with 125 ready to go recipes, Robin provides a roadmap of recipes for your journey. Robin...
2020-01-30
28 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Keeping it Simple (easy weeknight one-pot recipes) by Yasmin Fahr
Are you ready to keep it simple in the kitchen? Yasmin Fahr, author of Keeping it Simple will inspire and encourage you on today's Kitchen Chat. Yasmin is a food writer and recipe developer featured in Serious Eats, The Kitchen, Epicurious, Taste, Bon Appetit, Food & Wine and The Los Angeles Times. Her new book will build your culinary foundation and will provide a more organized approach for cooking. Yasmin has curated over 60 easy weeknight one-pot recipes. These "one-pot wonders" will provide less stress and less mess in your kitchen. How does charred corn, avocado and feta salad...
2020-01-29
18 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Holiday Tips
Make holiday entertaining a little easier with tips from Rachael Hollis and Food Network’s Michelle Buffardi. Rachel Hollis, celebrity event planner, entrepreneur and founder of www.thechicsite.com, and Hollis Co shares hacks for the hostess from her book Upscale Downhome. With clients including Bradley Cooper and many other stars, Rachel will help you make your guests feel like VIPs without breaking your budget. Michelle Buffardi shares tips from her book Great Balls of Cheese, giving us a new look at a holiday tradition. New flavor profiles and creative crafting will make your holiday cheese ball the star of...
2019-12-21
42 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Pasta Grannies
Vicky Bennison takes us into the kitchens across Italy to meet the beloved "Pasta Grannies" who share their time-treasured techniques and secrets to pasta making. From her home in Italy, Vicky started exploring the food of the area and discovered that only the Italian grandmothers were preserving the tradition of making pasta by hand. She began capturing this culinary this culinary history on video and launched her successful Pasta Grannies Youtube channel. You will learn heartfelt life lessons and culinary insights from these recipes and stories. Regionally methods and ingredients vary resulting in a wide variety of...
2019-12-20
21 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Sharing The Joy of Cooking
The Joy of Cooking is a treasured cookbook with millions of home chefs following the recipes and creating taste memories for their families.
2019-12-12
28 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Chef Michael Kornick and His Culinary Journey
Chef Michael Kornick is a successful restaurateur, active in supporting the community. His culinary journey has taken him into some of the greatest kitchens in the world. He is a nationally recognized leader in the culinary arts. His inspiration began at home, cooking with his grandmother and mother. Chef Kornick recalls, “They took a lot of pride and passion in bringing family occasions to the table with joy and love, so I started cooking at a very young age.” At 15 he took a job at a restaurant busing tables and washing dishes. He came of age...
2019-12-05
32 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
CHILL at the Merchandise Mart: An Evening of Food, Wine & Charity
As we know, charity begins in the kitchen. On today's Kitchen Chat, we are featuring Chef Didier Durand, Executive Chef of Marchesa and Chef James De Marte, Chef/owner of Pisolino along with his business partner, Rachel De Marte. These two chefs joined Chef Jaime Laurita and me in the Middleby Residential Showroom for cooking demos. Their restaurants are participating in CHILL on November 14, 2019, an annual event at the Merchandise Mart to benefit three Chicago charities: Saturday Place, The Lynn Sage Foundation and Respiratory Health Association Over 70 restaurants are featured this year and each showroom will have delicious food...
2019-11-07
19 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Meals on Wheels Chicago
On November 8, Chef Jaime Laurita and I will emcee the Celebrity Chef Ball for Meals on Wheels Chicago. It's extra special this year as the organization will be honoring the legendary Ina Pinkney. Ina is a dear friend and mentor. Her experience as a restaurateur, cookbook author, brand ambassador, a polio survivor and a woman entrepreneur is impactful. Ina's passion to share her knowledge with others is her hallmark. On a personal note, Ina has been a constant source of encouragement during my recovery process post broken knee - all while she is recovering from a broken...
2019-10-23
43 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Hero Dinners with Marge Perry and David Bonom
Do you want to be a hero in your kitchen? Marge Perry and David Bonom share the tips and recipes for one pan meals that will expand the palates with even more flavor for your family. Recently, I stopped by Read it and Eat in Chicago where this dynamic duo was preparing Ooey Gooey Mac and Cheese from their new cookbook Hero Dinners: One-pan Meals that will Save the Day. Their recipes will make you rethink everything you thought about meal preparation. My friendship with Dave and Marge began at IACP, a wonderful organization you should check...
2019-10-10
26 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Joan Nathan: Preserving the Taste of Home
“If you preserve the food, you preserve who your family is.” This poignant quote by Joan Nathan, an award winning author of eleven cookbooks including her latest King Solomon’s Table: A Culinary Exploration of Jewish Cooking from Around the World, truly captures the essence of why recipes matter. It was an honor to meet Joan Nathan at Les Dames d’Escoffier conference in Washington, D.C. and discuss the importance of preserving foodways. Not until Nathan was married did she fully appreciate the influence Jewish foodways had on her family.Her mother-in-law was a Holocaust survivor from Poland w...
2019-09-25
10 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Plant Based Lifestyle with Chef Dave Choi
Chef Dave Choi has a passion for a plant based lifestyle. He encourages us to consider a three day challenge of eating meals without sugar, yeast, dairy and animal protein which he explains are the sources of inflammation. He says, “After three days ask yourself, do I feel better?” His message to eat what is grounded to the earth is truly his life choice. Chef Choi opened the first vegan restaurant in Chicago, Amitabul. He explains that in a plant based lifestyle, one only eats what grows from the ground. He also stresses that vegetables should be stea...
2019-09-06
27 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
In the Kitchen with Anne Willan
With over 30 books, Anne Willan is truly one of the world’s preeminent authorities on French cooking and she is one of the nicest and most gracious people you will ever meet. I first met Anne at the International Association of Culinary Professionals conference in Chicago during 2014 at a book signing for her outstanding memoir One Souffle at a Time. In February 2015, Chef Jaime Laurita and I enjoyed an afternoon tea in Anne’s kitchen.
2019-08-25
23 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
The Art of Baking with Chef Jim Dodge
Chef Jim Dodge has deep culinary and hospitality roots. Chef Dodge's family has been in the hospitality business in the White Mountains of New Hampshire since 1794. He worked in every department of his family's New Hampshire resorts. Although he didn't stay in the family business, Chef Dodge continues the art of hospitality with his impressive pastry chef career. I first met Chef Dodge at the very first Julia Child Foundation Awards honoring Chef Jacques Pepin. What a delight to at last have a Kitchen Chat with him during the IACP conference in Santa Fe, New Mexico. We sat at...
2019-08-08
25 min
Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney
Common Threads: The Power of Using Food for Change and Eduction
Over 16 million children in the United States experience hunger. Common Threads is helping lead the way to empower and educate children across the country. Recently, Linda Novick O'Keefe, the founding CEO of Common Threads joined Chef Jaime Laurita and me for a Kitchen Chat in the Middleby Residential Showroom in Chicago's Merchandise Mart. Linda shared with us her passion for educating school age children on how to prepare healthy affordable meals. She also discussed how Chef Art Smith (Oprah's award-winning personal chef) experienced the power of bringing people to the table while cooking for families impacted after 9/11 in New Yor...
2019-07-26
22 min
Kitchen Chat with Margaret McSweeney
Kitchen Chat 2018 with Chef Jaime Laurita and Margaret McSweeney
Thank you foodie friends for making 2018 a great year for Kitchen Chat! And thank you, Chef Jaime Laurita (https://www.instagram.com/jaimelaurita/?hl=en) for co-hosting Kitchen Chat with me in the award winning Viking and La Cornue Showroom (http://vikingrange.com) at the Merchandise Mart (http://themart.com) Luxe Home (http://www.luxehome.com). You and the Middleby Residential team designed two stunning showrooms! Make sure you also check out the new showroom in New York City! What a fun year this has been! Chef Jaime is a very dear friend and a fabulous culinary companion on my jo...
2018-12-31
41 min