

548: How to Quit Your Job to Write a Cookbook with Kristina Cho
Feb 24, 2025
Kristina Cho, an award-winning cookbook author known for her books like 'Mooncakes and Milk Bread,' shares her journey from architecture to the culinary world. She dives into her rich family history and how it shapes her creative recipes. Eleanor Wilkinson, author of 'One Pot, One Portion,' discusses innovative cooking strategies for individuals. Together, they explore cultural identity through food, blending Midwestern flavors with Cantonese techniques, and the joys of cooking for one while minimizing waste.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Balancing Work, Food, and the Art of Cookbook Writing
02:10 • 2min
Exploring Cultural Identity Through Food in America
04:24 • 3min
From Architecture to Culinary Storytelling
06:58 • 19min
Culinary Fusion: Midwest Meets Cantonese
25:42 • 4min
Crafting Flavor: The Role of Kewpie Mayo in Culinary Creations
29:55 • 2min
Culinary Journeys and Cultural Insights
32:04 • 17min
Creative Cooking for One
48:57 • 18min
Food Favorites and Flops
01:06:49 • 6min