French-Algerian stand-up Celya AB talks about her solo show at Edinburgh Fringe, technical challenges of a live show, cat communication, learning languages, preferences for sparkling water, poppadom scams at an Indian restaurant, steak sizes based on face measurements, noodle preferences, cocktails in Birmingham, deconstructed food, and the sponsor of the podcast.
Celia's dream starter consists of a variety of flavors and textures in small portions.
Celia desires to savor the rich and meaty taste of the best bread she's ever had from a French bakery in Paris.
Celia seeks to experience different tastes in small, enjoyable portions that showcase a range of flavors and cultural influences.
The hosts express their dislike for deconstructed dishes and advocate for traditionally constructed dishes that are familiar and satisfying.
Deep dives
Sips and Bites
Celia's dream starter consists of a sip of the best vegetable soup she's ever had, a bite of lamb bap with delicious gravy, and a dip of the sauce from the bottom of a finger of mussels. She wants to enjoy a variety of flavors and textures in small portions.
French Bread Deluxe
Celia wants a slice of the best bread she's ever had from a French bakery in Paris called Du Pont-des-arts, with a little bit of softened salted and unsalted butter. She appreciates the rich and meaty taste of the bread, and the butter would add a creamy and indulgent touch.
Sips of Algerian Soup
Celia desires two sips of Shorba, an Algerian soup that her mother makes. The mild and satisfying soup is often enjoyed during Ramadan and has cultural significance for Celia. She wants to savor the flavor and tradition of her heritage in small sips.
Final Note
Celia's starter consists of sips and bites that showcase a range of flavors and cultural influences. From UK pub lamb bap to French bread and Algerian soup, she seeks to experience different tastes in small, enjoyable portions.
Restaurant Experience: A Dream Menu
In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss their dream menu for a restaurant experience. They mention a variety of dishes and drinks, including chicken wings from Shaq Fu Yu, a square of lasagna made by a friend, a bowl of ramen with pork, a peachy cocktail from a Birmingham fashion show, deconstructed tiramisu, Paris breasts, sacrotorte, peppermint and licorice tea, and a happy hippo as a sweet treat. They also share anecdotes and personal experiences related to these dishes.
The Controversy of Food Deconstruction
One topic discussed in the podcast is the idea of deconstructing dishes, such as deconstructed tiramisu. The hosts express their dislike for this trend and argue that it often feels snobbish and unnecessary. Instead, they advocate for dishes that are traditionally constructed in a way that is familiar and satisfying.
Personal Food Preferences and Fond Memories
The hosts also delve into personal food preferences and nostalgic experiences. They talk about their love for particular dishes, such as the chicken wings from Shaq Fu Yu and a perfectly made lasagna by a former housemate. They share anecdotes related to these dishes, including funny stories about messy eating, secret recipes, and memories associated with specific flavors and textures.