Dinner SOS by Bon Appétit

Katianna and John Hong know all about sharing the kitchen together. They’re both chefs and run their restaurant Yangban Society, which was named one of our Best New Restaurants of 2022. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

They both love to cook, but they don't love cooking together. This Valentine's Day, we help Serena and her boyfriend navigate the kitchen as a team.Recipes featured in this episode: From Rachel, Vada Pav with Dry Coconut-Garlic Chutney, Masala Fried Chicken  and from Chris, Fresh Pepper Kung Pao Chicken, Weeknight Mapo Tofu with Ground Pork Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Whenever Blake makes mac and cheese, it tastes like cardboard. Maggie Hoffman and Chris offer him two approaches to the dish to make sure that never happens again.Recipes featured in this episode: From Maggie, Our Favorite Mac and Cheese and from Chris, Stovetop Mac and Cheese. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Like many of us, Jenn is experiencing leftover fatigue. So, Kendra and Chris introduce her to the lifechanging art of nextovers.Recipes featured in this episode: From Kendra, Beer-Braised Carnitas, Buttery Tomato and Cinnamon-Spiced Rice and from Chris, Chicken Tinga Tostadas with Bacony Black Beans Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Nico and Natalie love cooking together, but after Natalie developed a dairy intolerance cooking their favorite dishes just hasn't been the same. Chris invites vegan-chef Chrissy Tracey to help Nico and Natalie navigate the world of dairy-free.Recipes featured in this episode: From Chrissy, her Vegan Cacio e Pepe and from Chris, Chewy Date and Dark Chocolate Cookies Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Aruna is about as prepared as any home cook could be. But after a bad experience frying, she's terrified to try again.Chris brings in Test Kitchen Coordinator Inés Anguiano to get Aruna back in the frying game!Recipes featured in this recipe:From Inés: Cardamom Cream-Filled Sugar Donuts, Lemony Glazed Cake DoughnutsFrom Chris: Doughnuts with Grapefruit Curd and Citrus SugarMore information about frying from Bon Appétit: 5 Things That Can Go Horribly Wrong When Frying (and How to Avoid Them) Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

We love hearing from our listeners, but we get a lot of questions that we can't turn into full episodes. So, to answer your questions, we're going through our inbox and answering them on air. If you have a dinner emergency for us, write to us at dinnersos@bonappetit.com. Recommendations Below:For Serena:Zaynab Issa’s’ Chicken & Cabbage Salad. For Abby: Kendra Vaculin’s Sun-Dried Tomato Romesco PastaFor Jackson: Maesri Brand Curry PasteNY Shuk HarissaNY Shuk Preserved LemonsMaya Kaimmal’s Tikka Masala Indian Simmer SauceRick Bayless’s Red Chilli Enchilada SauceS & B Curry PowderRao’s Marinara SauceOld Bay SeasoningMutti Double Concentrated Tomato PasteCanned Tomatoes: Bianco DiNapoli, Sclafani, Jersey FreshFor Iyat: Chris’s Beef WellingtonSelections from Shilpa’s Fancy/Frugal Dinner Party: Shilpa’s Meatloaf. Plus, her pickled vegetables.A Charlotte Russe Cake; Here’s a dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Claire tends to spend her dinner parties in the kitchen, not with her guests. She called in search of a recipe with big make ahead potential.Recipes Featured in this Episode: From Zaynab, the Date & Soy Shortribs and from Chris, the Duck Confit.For a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Sam's kitchen is tiny, but she really wants to experiment in the kitchen, particularly with baking. Chris enlists the help of Bon Appetit's Deputy Food Editor Hana Asbrink to help Sam bake something beautiful in her small space. If you have a dinner emergency on your hands, write to us at podcasts@bonappetit.com. Or leave us a voice message at 212-286-7071.Recipes Featured in this Episode: From Hana, the Giant Cardamom Bun and from Chris, the Cocoa Brioche Morning Bun. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Neha is having a dinner party on Friday. But with five guests and a set of four dietary restrictions, she's stumped by what to serve. So, Chris brings in BA Food Editor Shilpa Uskokovic to help Neha figure out what to serve besides water soup! If you have a dinner emergency on your hands, write to us at podcasts@bonappetit.com. Or leave us a voice message at 212-286-7071!Recipes: From Shilpa, Weeknight Fancy Ravioli, and from Chris, Baked Minty Rice w/ PomegranateFor a transcript of this episode, please follow this link. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices