Kate Lebo
Poet, pie maker, and author of The Book of Difficult Fruit, invited for her expertise and writing about challenging and unusual fruits.
Best podcasts with Kate Lebo
Ranked by the Snipd community
10 snips
Jan 2, 2026 • 51min
The World’s Most Difficult Fruits
Kate Lebo, a food and culture essayist, takes us on a delicious journey through the world of challenging fruits, like the medlar and huckleberries, discussing their unique traits and the importance of preserving heirloom flavors. J.M. Hirsch shares the rich history of Hungarian chicken paprikash, emphasizing paprika's key role and the mouthwatering accompaniments like dumplings. Together, they explore the beauty in culinary difficulty, both in fruits and beloved dishes, revealing how embracing challenges can enhance our cooking adventures.
10 snips
Nov 7, 2025 • 45min
Full of Pith and Vinegar (with Kate Lebo)
In this lively discussion, poet and pie maker Kate Lebo, known for her book *The Book of Difficult Fruit*, dives into the intriguing world of unusual fruits. She highlights the quirky medlar and reveals how foraging inspired her writing. Kate shares delicious ways to prepare meddlers, from making a paste with cheese to crafting liqueurs. The conversation also touches on the many uses of pomegranates and prickly pears, offering tips for reducing waste and flavoring dishes with vinegar. Get ready to reconsider your relationship with fruit!
