02/04/08 #60 To Audtin and Back Again (mp3)
Great food from Austin, Texas at the Driskill Hotel with new exec chef Josh Watkins; an Interview w/ the "Cowgirl Chef", Paula Diesbrow from Hart & Hind Ranch, and taste treats w/ music from the Hilltop Cafe in Fredericksburg, Texas owned by Johnny Nicolas of "Asleep at the Wheel "fame.Jim also talks with Daniel Boulud at his new "Bar Boulud" near Lincoln Center, NYC. A truly delicious charcouterie!Today's Recipe: Cowgirl Chef's Salsa Verde,
Posted on 02/04/08-8:02:55 PM-Comment

01/06/08 #59 New York's Fancy Food Show (mp3)
Take a tour with Jim at the 2007 Fancy Food Show in NYC......."taste" the fresh mint of Ciao Bella's new Vanilla Mint Ice Cream and listen to its President Charles Apt discuss why his company is a leader in this specialty dessert market.....also, Jim stops by Rick Bayless'(of Frontera Grill) exhibit where he talks about his new Mexican Food line. And we had a chance to talk with Amelia Palomar, the rep for the Spanish Pavilion which this year represented 84 Spanish Food Companies.
Posted on 01/06/08-8:02:15 PM - Comment

10/03/07 #58 Greetings from Paris (mp3)
Now that summer is over, we can look back and reminisce about the beach, picnics, barbeques we had, trips we took and friends with whom we spent quality time enjoying great food. For me, this last category was fulfilled in Paris. June, from the Plaza Athenee, Le Meurice Hotel, Le Louvre, the new Parisian hot restaurant "Spring", to the street market on Rue Cler in the 7th Arondissement for morning croissants, coffee and fresh fruit. And thanks to the comfort, efficiency and speed of the TGV(Trans Grande Vitesse) arranged through the always dependable RailEurope, we were able to enjoy the best Moules(mussels) en France in Belle-Ile, the small island off the coast of Bretagne, an easy and scenic three hour ride from Gare Montparnasse in downtown Paris. Come and share with me this gastronomic week where great chefs and great food were part of it all.
Today's Recipe: Brittany Crepes with creamy eggs, smoked ham and roasted peppers.
Posted on 10/03/07; 10:55 AM - Comment

09/13/07 #57 Rockin' Dining at the Great South Bay Music Festival (mp3)
Chef Jondreau managed to cover the Great South Bay Music Festival this summer along with the Ole Hippie and some of the great musicians who performed. "The Ole Hippie" introduced a number of these guest artists at the festival, and while Podarama was making its mark, Jim talked with several of the food purveyors providing the great tastes at this great festival. Listen in to some sizzling sounds of hamburgers on the grill, preparation of pulled pork sandwiches and tasty Zeppolis fresh from the fryer.
Today's Recipe: Indoor Barbeque Pork
Posted on 09/13/07; 10:55 AM - Comment

06/11/07 #56 Interview with Ben Pollinger (mp3)
Ben Pollinger, Executive Chef at Oceana Restaurant, NYC. Jim also serves up a tasty recipe for Block Island Clam Chowder.
Posted on 06/11/07; 10:55 AM - Comment

06/03/07 #55 Interview with Lynn Crawford (mp3)
The Four Seasons Hotel, New York City, famed for its elegance, quality of service and culinary leadership, has brought in Executive Chef Lynn Crawford from Toronto, Canada where she headed the kitchen at the famed Hotel's Canadian establishment. Jim discusses with Lynn her rise not only to culinary fame but as a food media personality and an early student of the master chefs Alice Waters & Barbara Tropp.
Lynn also shares with Jim her scrumptious recipe for Banana Chocolate French Toast. A must treat for any special occasion!
Posted on 06/03/07; 9:12 PM - Comment

04/10/07 #54 Interview with Zarela (mp3)
One of the finest Mexican Restaurants in New York City, and a neighborhood favorite, is Zarela's, owned by Zarela Martinez. Orignally from the Vera Cruz area of Mexico, Zarela began learning to cook at home and then came to New York to study at the CIA--Culinary Institute of America. Her mentor, Paul Prudhomme, encouraged her to focus on her authentic cuisine and in 1987 she opened her namesake restaurant which is still going strong. She has catereed to President Reagan, cooked for actress Lauren Bacall and finds time for TV and radio shows. In her new book, Zarela's VeraCruz one can find many of these delicious recipes. Have a listen as Jim speaks with her about her origins and development of this terrific Mexican cuisine.
Today's Recipe: Traditional Spanish Rice.
Posted on 04/10/07; 12:22 AM - Comment

03/25/07 #53 Interview with Eileen Yin Fei-Lo (mp3)
Renowned Chinese cooking authority Eileen Yin Fei-Lo, Radio and TV personality, talks with Jim about growing up in Sun Tak, China, an agricultural region where cooking is the way of life. Eileen also teaches at the New School and the China Institute in New York City, where her students learn about preparation and how to shop for just the right ingredients. Her new Cookbook, My Grandmother's Chinese Kitchen is a fascinating chronicle of her early life and journey to America.
A must read!
Today's Recipe: Traditional Glutinous Rice, Cantonese style.
Posted on 03/25/07; 10:24 AM - Comment

03/11/07 #52 Gilt Restaurant, Helmsley Palace, NYC (mp3)
In the newly restored space in The Helmsley Palace, New York City, Gilt Restaurant now occupies what used to be Le Cirque. Executive Chef Christopher Lee and his highly respected staff present what could be considered one of the top new restaurants of the year. The food and the service are impeccable wine sommelier Jason Ferris and Pastry Chef Nick Morgenstern complete one of the best menus in town. Listen in as Jim speaks with these very talented professionals.
Today's Recipe: Port & Raspberry Sauce
Posted on 03/11/07; 10:24 AM - Comment

02/14/07 #51 Valentine's Day with Judiaann Woo (mp3)
After a successful year, Judiaann Woo, founder of The Pastry Scoop (www.pastryscoop.com), returns to Jim's Kitchen to discuss Sticky Toffee Pudding, her winning Ice Cream flavor for the new taste at Haagen-Dazs.
And who doesn't like to hear about the sensation of delicious Chocolate?  Listen in and get some new ideas....Happy Valentine's Day.!
Today's Recipe: Chocolate Profiteroles
Posted on 02/14/07; 11:24 AM - Comment

01/29/07 #50 Interview with Aliza Green (mp3)
Before we start to cook, we must prep. And what do we need to prep? Why, the ingredients, of course! And Chef, Consultant and Author Aliza Green has provided us with just the book to get us going. Starting with Ingredients is Ms. Green's seventh cookbook and all one needs to know to get started is provided for in this tome of 100 chapters. Ms. Green has written food columns for the Inquirer, Daily News and other publications in Philadelphia and worked as a chef at Ristorante DiLullo, Apropos and the White Dog Cafe. Listen in as she chronicles her journey through the world of cuisine.
Posted on 01/29/07; 11:04 AM - Comment

01/21/07 #49 Interview with Joanna Pruess (mp3)
Bringing home the bacon. Jim spends time talking with author/journalist/culinary artist and gourmand Joanna Pruess, as she discusses her new book "Seduced by Bacon: Recipes & Lore about America's Favorite Indulgence". Listen in as she reveals how her early years cooking at home with her family lead her to the development of delectable and creative dishes.
Posted on 01/21/07; 11:04 AM - Comment

01/15/07 #48 Walking Around NY (mp3)
In the Heart of the Theatre District, at 44th Street (between 6th & 7th Ave) is one of the finest Italian Restaurants in NYC: " Il Dopo Teatro". Owned by two members of the same family from the Piedmont region of Italy, the food is authentic and the wine some of the finest Italian. Jim gets to visit with them and discusses the menu and fine vintages...Also, in this show, Jim goes downtown New York to one of the oldest markets in the city, the Essex & Delancey Street market...listen in...as we walk through a piece of New York history..."
Todays Recipe: Penne with Roasted Cauliflower & Parmesan.
Posted on 01/15/07; 11:04 AM - Comment

01/05/07 #47 The Chocolate Show (mp3)
At the 9th Annual Chocolate Show in NYC, Jim manages to talk with some of the top people in the Chocolate World, while tasting and sampling truffles, ganaches, cookies, chocolate chunks &, the Hippie Crunch, a delectable tidbit from the West Coast...Join in and listen to lusciousness...
Also, Jim gets a surprise visit from some "special" guests??
Today's Recipe: Smooth Chocolate Ganache
Posted on 01/05/07; 2:01PM - Comment

12/20/06 #46 On The Mayan Riviera - Part 2 (mp3)
After sampling the Yucatecan cuisine of the Mayan Riviera, Jim heads west to the city of Merida to stay and eat at Hacienda Xcanatun, certainly the most elegant of the restored plantations of the western Peninsula. Come into the kitchen and listen in as Jim makes the traditional Hanal Pixan tamale, the celebrated food on the "Day of the Dead" event in Mexico. On the way, we are given a slice of Mayan history as we stop with our guide Umberto at some of the great Mayan ruins.
Today's Recipe: Traditional Tamale
Posted on 12/20/06; 2:01PM - Comment

Everyone knows of the French Riviera.....But have you heard of the Mayan Riviera? On the eastern shore of the Yucatan Peninsula? At least as beautiful and surely more pristine and romantic.

And the food? La Mejor!; Listen in as Jim spends time in the kitchen with executive chef Guillermo Gomez at the Maroma Resort and exec chef Alejandro Rojas at Essencia south of Cancun. Today's recipe: The Yucatan Mole king, Felipe, talks about his award winning recipe.

Posted on 12/14/06; 2:01PM - Comment

11/13/06 #44 Spanish Cuisine at The Queen Sofia Institute (mp3)
Food Arts Magazine gives the Silver Spoon award to individuals in the culinary world who have shown in their work exemplary commitment, accomplishment, creativity and who have earned great respect from their peers and others. Clara Maria Gonzalez de Amezua of Spain is one such person who was recently honored in New York. A 70 plus year old "madrilena", whose influence has helped create a new awareness of cocina nueva espanola, one of the world's most innovative cooking movements, has sometimes been referred to as the "Julia Child" of Spain..
Jim speaks here with Clara Maria at the Queen Sofia Institute in New York City on the night of her award reception...
Today's Menu: One of the best Tapas dishes of Barcelona--Omelette de potate.
Posted on 11/13/06; 2:01PM - Comment

10/22/06 #43 Emerging Tastemakers of the Future (mp3)
In Union Square, NYC, at the OLIVE Restaurant in the W Hotel last month Food Arts Magazine awarded several young chefs and culinary artists ceritificates of recognition for their contribution to, well, the art of Food!. Jim spent some time with several of them at the restaurant getting to know what inspires them....Most notably, Todd English, Alexandra Guarnaschelli, David Chang, Colin Devlin and Pete Gagen from Cargill Meats..
Listen in as each expresses his or her creativity and experience in this ever growing world of cuisine.
Today's Recipe: Sweet Potato Ravioli w/ sundried tomato/parmesan cream sauce..
Posted on 10/22/06; 12:30 PM - Comment

09/27/06 #42 Interviews with Katy Sparks and Marisa May (mp3)
Jim shares an afternoon luncheon with Katy Sparks, VP of Culinary Research & Development for Great Performances, at one of their Midtown Cafes, the Cafe Opaline at the Dahesh Museum on Madison Ave, NYC. Katy, former owner of Quiltys downtown discusses her early experiences at The Quilted Giraffe, Bobby Flay's Mesa Grill and her current role as she prepares for Gourmet Magazine's Bermuda Getaway at the end of October.
Also, Tony May's daughter, Marisa, has a new role as Director/Hostess/GM of her father's famous Central Park South Restaurant, "San Domenico". Tune in to hear her describe the traditional and contemporary menu now offered.
Posted on 09/27/06; 12:30 PM - Comment

09/11/06 #41 Terrace in the Sky (mp3)
One of the finest views of NYC can be seen while dining at the Terrace In The Sky restaurant in Morningside Heights, Manhattan, just next to Columbia University. Listen in as Jim talks with the exec chef, Jason Potanevich and the owner/manager Chris Bernic as they discuss the evolution of this 30 year old classic dining establishment from its roots in Croation creations to the elegance of modern cuisine and decor.
Today's Recipe: Good Company Eggs, for that special brunch occasion.
Posted on 09/11/06; 12:30 PM - Comment

NEW: 09/04/06 #40 Interview with Louisa Hargrave (mp3)
The first Winemaker of Long Island. On a bright, warm, clear blue August day, under a wisteria arbor on the North Fork of Long Island, Louisa shares with Jim her transformation from college student to viniculturist, who, along with her husband, decided to grow wine where none grew before. This decision, in 1973, led to the now prolific North Fork Winemaking region of Long Island, which boasts more than 30 Wineries, producing some of the best in the USA. Louisa's energy seems to be endless and one can hear her enthusiasm as she discusses her book, The Vineyard as well as the work she is presently doing as director for the Stony Brook University Center for Food, Wine & Culture.
*Today's Recipe:* Parmesan Crab Cakes with Lobster Slaw.
Posted on 09/04/06; 9:30 AM - Comment

08/28/06 #39 Interview with Janeen Sarlin (mp3)
Author, Food Columnist, Chef and Bon Vivant, Janeen exudes a flare for the "good life" in this candid interview with Jim. Listen in as she discusses her early years on a Minnesota farm, and her appreciation of all things artistic, not the least of which is locally grown, fresh food from produce to poultry. Today's Recipe from Janeen: Summer Savory Plum Tart
Posted on 08/28/06; 4:30 PM - Comment

08/21/06 #38 Interview with Barton G. (mp3)
Jim talks with Barton G., Owner/Operator of Barton G. the Restaurant one of Miami's trendiest restaurants in South Beach, about his life and journey to the forefront of today's Culinary world. From Figure Skater to Theatrical Producer to Gown Designer(Liza Minelli and Cher) to one of Miami's busiest Caterers and Restauranteurs, Barton G seems to have done it all and is still going. Today he is considered one of the leading Corporate Events Producers in the country. His food alone is viewed as orgiinal and over-the-Top: Mini Hot Dogs with Caviar?
Posted on 08/21/06; 11:30 PM - Comment

08/07/06 #37
Chefs & Champagne 2006  (mp3)
At the Annual Fundraiser for The James Beard Foundation at the Wolffer Estate Vineyards in the Hamptons, Jim catches up with this year's guest of honor Thomas Keller (The French Laundry-San Francisco, Per Se- New York) and others. Listen in to the voices of this 20 year old event which brings together some of the leading wine makers, chefs and other culinarians, including the newly appointed President of the Foundation Susan Ungaro.
Today's Recipe: Jim helps you take the fear and worry out of The Basic Souffle. Simple and delicious.
Posted on 08/07/06; 9:21AM - Comment

07/31/06 #36
Interview with Dorothy Cann Hamilton  (mp3)
Dorothy Cann Hamilton, founder & CEO of the French Culinary Institute in New York City, shares her thoughts and new direction for FCI with Jim. She also talks about her early years in England & Thailand as inspiration for founding and operating one of the finest cooking schools in the USA.
Todays Recipe: The best Creme Brulee you'll ever serve.
Posted on 07/31/06; 10:01AM - Comment

07/24/06 #35
Interviews with Jose Andres and Chris Nathan  (mp3)
One of Spain's leading chefs and personalities, Jose Andres, talks with Jim about Iberico black-footed Ham, soon coming to America, and his plans for expanding his famous restaurants, Cafe Atlantico and Jaleo in Wash, D.C. Jose also discusses his early years with Ferran Adria at El Bulli.
And the International Fancy Food Show at the Javits Center in NYC Jim catches up with Chris Nathan, owner of Olivado, the New Zealand company responsible for the best Avocado Oil around.
Posted on 07/24/06; 12:21PM - Comment

07/17/06 #34
Interview with Lidia Bastianich  (mp3)
America's favorite Italian chef and TV host Lidia Bastianich talks candidly with Jim at her restaurant Felidia in New York. Lidia discusses how she came to America as a young woman and how she built a veritable Italian food empire which is now enjoyed by millions through her show, cookbooks and restaurants.
Posted on 07/17/06; 8:12AM - Comment

07/10/06 #33 Interview with Ian Kelly  (mp3)
Jim sits and talks with internationally known British author, actor and chef Ian Kelly backstage at the E 59th St Theatre in NYC. Kelly has transformed his award winning novel "Cooking for Kings" into a one-man show about the original celebrity chef, Antonin Careme, who was private chef to Napoleon, the Tsar of Russia and the King of England in the 19th century.
Posted on 07/10/06; 3:15PM - Comment

07/05/06 #32 4th Annual Big Apple Barbeque Block Party  (mp3)
You can almost hear the sizzle as Jim interviews the top BBQ Pitmasters in the USA at the 4th annual Block Party BBQ in Madison Square Park, NYC. Hear Mike Mills talk about his famous baby back ribs from the 17th St Cafe in southern Illinois. Ricky Parker from Lexington, Tennesee lets us know why he is the last Whole Smoked Hog pitmaster in the country and Ken Callaghan, executive chef/owner of Blue Smoke Restaurant in NYC and founder of the BBQ Block Party tantalizes us with his succulent menu.
Posted on 07/05/06; 11:41PM - Comment

06/26/06 #31 Interview with Southwestern Chefs Robert DelGrande and Dean Fearing  (mp3)
At the Food Arts BBQ in Chicago Jim catches up with two of the most famous and instrumental chefs of the Southwest: Robert Del Grande, chef/owner of Cafe Annie in Houston, TX and Dean Fearing, former executive chef at The Mansion on Turtle Creek, Dallas, TX- they discuss their recipe for success in bringing one of America's great regional culinary treasures to the forefront of contemporary cuisine and Jim gives us two of their most famous recipes.
Posted on 06/26/06; 12:12 PM - Comment

06/19/06 #30 Interview with David DeGregorio of Osteria via Stato, Chicago  (mp3)
Jim talks to rising star chef and partner of Osteria via Stato, one of the top Italian restaurants in Chicago. David talks about his trips to Italy to find authentic Italian dishes and gives listener's the recipe for his famed Vidalia onions baked in cream.
Posted on 06/19/06; 05:43 PM - Comment

06/12/06 #29 Interview with Cat Cora, Author and Iron Chef  (mp3)
Jim interviews Cat Cora, the first female Iron Chef, at the National Restaurant Assoc show in Chicago. Tune in and listen to what she, as co-founder of Chef's for Humanity, is doing with her colleagues for rebuilding Gulfport, Mississippi in the aftermath of Katrina. Cat also discusses her background growing up and learning to cook in Jackson, Mississippi.
Posted on 06/12/06; 05:43 PM - Comment

06/01/06 #28 Interview with Steven C. Anderson  (mp3)
Interview with Steven C. Anderson, President of the National Restaurant Association
Jim files his first report from Chicago.
Posted on 06/01/06; 12:43 PM - Comment

05/11/06 #27 Interview with Ariane Daquin of D'Artagnan Foods  (mp3)
Ms. Daquin, a founder of D'Artagnan Foods, purveyor of the very best organic chickens and poultry, discuss Foie Gras.
Today's Recipe: Redfish with Sizzling Crabmeat & Herbs.
Posted on 05/11/06; 11:48 PM - Comment

05/01/06 #26 Interview with Michael Batterberry (mp3)
"Want to know what you'll be eating in restaurants tomorrow? Want to know why you're eating what you're eating in restaurants today. Listen to Jim's interview with Michael Batterberry, founding editor and publisher with his wife Ariane of Food Arts, the premier mag for food professionals, who also founded Food and Wine Magazine for consumers. No one has a stronger finger on the pulse of trends in food and dining or speaks about them more eloquently."
Posted on 05/01/06; 05:38 PM - Comment

04/13/06 #25 Interview with Morimoto, "The Iron Chef"  (mp3) Jim talks with Iron Chef Morimoto at his restaurant, Morimoto in NYC. Listen to Chef Morimoto talk about growing up in Japan and how he transformed his early experiences into becoming today one ot the world's leading culinary artists.

Posted on 04/13/06; 09:27 AM - Comment

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