Dylan Mietinen

In this enlightening conversation, Alice Wilder, a Marketplace reporter on food insecurity, shares insights on budget cooking and viral TikTok 'recession recipes.' Alan Perlstein, CEO of California Cultured, discusses the innovative production of lab-grown chocolate and its environmental benefits. Mitchell Hartman profiles chefs Tom and Mariah Pisha Duffley, who navigate the busy holiday rush while prioritizing family meals. Finally, Dylan Mietinen dives into the quirky history of Jell-O, exploring its evolution in American culture.

Elizabeth Troval, a Marketplace reporter, delves into the challenges faced by Houston’s refugee farmers due to lost USDA funding, highlighting community efforts to support them. Dylan Mietinen, a digital producer, shares the whimsical history of Jell-O, exploring its rise as an affordable treat and its role during economic hardships. The discussion also touches on modern food insecurity, with budget-friendly recipes aimed at helping families navigate cooking amidst rising ingredient costs and busy holiday schedules.

Elizabeth Troval, a Marketplace reporter who covers urban farming and food accessibility, highlights the challenges faced by refugee farmers in Houston due to lost USDA funding. Dylan Mietinen, a digital producer, dives into the quirky history of Jell-O, exploring its rise from upscale delicacy to a staple of American cooking. They discuss budget-friendly cooking trends, how families adapt during high food prices, and the significance of maintaining traditions in a changing culinary landscape.