Christopher Kimball

Joining the fun are Kenji López-Alt, a culinary mastermind known for his innovative cooking techniques, and Deb Perelman, a beloved food blogger and author. They dive into the origins of French toast, revealing it isn't French at all! The trio passionately debates the best bread choices, from baguettes to challah, and shares techniques like Deb's oven-baked cinnamon-sugar method. They explore global variations, savory twists, and even experiment with waffle-iron French toast, ensuring breakfast never gets boring!

Christopher Kimball, the host of Milk Street Radio and a culinary expert, is joined by Dominique Ansel, the inventive pastry chef behind the Cronut. They delve into holiday recipes, sharing techniques that ease festive baking stress. Expect tips on freezing cookie dough and a lively debate over the effects of light versus dark brown sugar in baking. Ansel recounts the chaotic rise of the Cronut, while both reflect on the emotional ties between food and cherished memories, offering a delicious mix of innovation and nostalgia.

Christopher Kimball, creator of Cooks Country and America’s Test Kitchen, discusses why media needs to go back to basics to build lasting brands. Topics include the dangers of algorithms, the importance of selling valuable content, brand loyalty, advertising, and culinary delights.