Dinner SOS by Bon Appétit

I Need to Cook for My Girlfriend

Sep 24, 2024

Cate, an incredible cook navigating chronic illness, inspires her partner Nelson to step out of his cooking comfort zone. With expert guidance from Chris and Shilpa, Nelson learns to whip up fun, nourishing dishes like vegan tacos, herby fritters, and comforting samosa-dillas. They dive into the emotional significance of food in strengthening their bond, explore kitchen mishaps humorously, and discuss the joys of cooking with forgiving ingredients. It's a heartwarming journey of love and culinary adventure.

31:05

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Quick takeaways

Nelson's desire to learn cooking for his girlfriend Cate, who suffers from chronic illness, highlights cooking as a profound expression of love and support.

The podcast provides novice-friendly vegetarian recipes and emphasizes clear instructions to help boost Nelson's cooking confidence and skills.

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The episode emphasizes the importance of audience feedback in shaping future content, particularly through a survey designed for Dinner SOS listeners. The survey not only collects valuable insights but also includes a tempting incentive of a prize drawing worth up to $1,000. This approach showcases the show's commitment to understanding listener preferences and enhancing engagement. It establishes a collaborative relationship between the creators and their audience, which can lead to a more tailored and enjoyable listening experience.

Intro

4min

Cooking with Heart: A Journey to Comfort Through Food

5min

Overcoming Kitchen Challenges and Personal Moves

6min

Impressive Dinner Recipes for Two

7min

Cooking Adventures and Recipe Innovations

6min

Exploring Culinary Creativity and Kitchen Challenges

5min

Cooking Together: A Journey of Support and Confidence

4min

Nelson's partner, Cate, is an incredible cook. But she's chronically ill, and not always feeling well enough to cook. So Nelson wants to step up and make her delicious, nourishing meals when she's not feeling her best. The only issue? He's not so confident in the kitchen - especially when it comes to taking on a new recipe or technique. So Chris & Shilpa step in to provide him with a cornucopia of straightforward, unfussy recipes to build his confidence and help him make dinner for Cate.

Recipes Featured:

Very Good Vegan Tacos

Herby Cauliflower Fritters

Samosa-Dillas with Cucumber Salad

Cold Soy Milk Noodles with Chili Crisp

Cold Noodles with Tomatoes and Peanut Sauce

Tofu Meatballs in Burst Tomato Sauce

Everyone’s Favorite Gado Gado

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