

Samin Nosrat Returns: New Book, New Recipes, New Life
Sep 12, 2025
Samin Nosrat, renowned chef and author of "Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat," discusses her new book, "Good Things," and shares her joyful cooking journey through flavors like whipped tahini and burnt honey. James Ooi, owner of Little Bao Boy, reveals secrets of navigating Chinese supermarkets, emphasizing the importance of quality ingredients. The conversation also delves into the emotional facets of cooking, touching on family, grief, and resilience. Together, they explore the balance between culinary creativity and tradition, making for a delectable discourse.
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Prevent Chewy Clams
- Remove clams from heat as soon as each shell opens to avoid overcooking and toughness.
- For chowder, place steamed clams in the bowl and pour hot soup over them to reduce chewiness.
Frost Cakes For Hot Fairs
- Use an Italian (hot-syrup) buttercream and replace part of the butter with vegetable shortening for heat resistance.
- Alternatively use cream cheese frosting or a glaze if durability matters more than ribbons.
Ripen Pears With Ethylene
- Ripen harvested pears off the tree in a cool place then at room temperature in a bag with a banana or apple.
- Store some pears separately to stagger ripening so you don't need to use them all at once.