The Splendid Table: Conversations & Recipes For Curious Cooks & Eaters 817: Holidays with Lisa Kyung Gross and Helen Rosner
Dec 20, 2024
In this conversation, Lisa Kyung Gross, founder of The League of Kitchens, shares the joy of food and community during the holidays, highlighting family recipes from immigrant women. She introduces an Afghan Cake Jawari recipe, bursting with rosewater and cardamom. Food critic Helen Rosner adds her delicious insights on thoughtful gifting and presents last-minute culinary gift ideas. Listeners explore cozy winter flavors, unique dishes calling back to their culinary heritage, and the art of gifting through meaningful connections.
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Home Cooking vs. Restaurants
- Home cooking represents the heart of any cuisine, showcasing intricate details often impractical for restaurants.
- South Asian home cooking, for example, uses a complex layering of spices and techniques rarely found in restaurants.
Origin of League of Kitchens
- Lisa Kyung-Gross's mother, a Korean immigrant, discouraged her from cooking, prioritizing education instead.
- Later, Lisa struggled to recreate her grandmother's Korean dishes, realizing the importance of subtle details often missed in written recipes.
Recipe Precision
- Measure ingredients precisely when trying new recipes from unfamiliar cuisines.
- This ensures the dish tastes as intended, allowing for personalized adjustments later.
