Ali Slagle, an author known for her cookbook on simplifying dinner, joins to help tackle the breakfast chaos for a mom with three kids. They discuss quick, nutritious recipes like granola scones and breakfast smoothies that appeal to young taste buds. The conversation includes clever meal prep tips to streamline mornings and the importance of engaging kids in cooking. Ali shares advice on customizing meals to meet dietary preferences, making mornings enjoyable for both kids and parents.

In this engaging conversation, Kendra, a food editor with a flair for crafting delicious lunch recipes, dives into the lunch rut faced by food scientists Kaitlin and her husband. They discuss how to breathe new life into work-from-home lunches, moving from monotonous yogurt to vibrant meals. Kendra shares exciting recipes like Salmon Nicoise Salad and Herbed Chickpeas, emphasizing meal prep, versatility, and the joy of using fresh ingredients. Listeners are encouraged to experiment and creatively use leftovers to transform their lunch routines!

Today, we're sharing an episode from our friends at Milk Street Radio. Tamar Haspel of the Washington Post is here to share 10 truths about food that nobody wants to believe. From diet soda to organic vegetables to farm-fresh eggs, nothing is sacred. Plus, Amanda Herbert brings us inside history’s wildest dinner parties; Adam Gopnik reveals what your drink of choice says about you; we make Thai Coconut and Chicken Soup; and Cheryl Day returns to take your baking calls.To hear more from Milk Street Radio, go to www.177milkstreet.com/radio Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

René Redzepi, a trailblazer in Nordic cuisine, joins food culture writer Matt Goulding to explore the intricate relationship between food and the environment. They discuss their docu-series 'Omnivore,' highlighting the cultural significance of ingredients like rice and coffee. The conversation dives into how climate change impacts our food choices and encourages a sustainable approach to eating. They advocate for understanding food origins and the stories behind ingredients, urging listeners to cultivate a hopeful perspective on food systems.

This summer, Dinner SOS has you covered. Chris & Shilpa share their hot takes on cooking in the heat (AC required, obviously), plus what produce is overrated and what's under-celebrated. And stick around for answers to listener questions about using CSA produce, grilling, jaggery, and non-dairy options for tender, juicy chicken marinades.RECIPES & LINKS:Shilpa's Feel Good Food PlanBasil Chicken Stir FryGrilled Asparagus with Tahini Super SauceGrilled Squash with Nuoc Cham ChimichurriTahini-Ranch DressingGrilled Party Salmon with Green RomescoGrilled Shrimp with Turmeric Mojo SauceBulgogi Tofu BurgersHoney-Glazed Rib-Eye SteaksSake-and-Soy-Braised Pork BellySweet and Sticky Grilled ChickenSprite-Grilled Chicken SkewersGinger Beer and Mustard Pork ChopsSoy-and-Cola-Marinated Steak Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Maggie invited a group of old friends to her small Upstate New York house, expecting some to drop out last minute. But nobody did, and now she has to feed 21 adults, 7 toddlers, and 3 dogs... for a week! This is, admittedly, Chris's nightmare. Enter: Sarah Copeland and Anna Stockwell, Upstate entertainers extraordinaire! They walk Maggie through the strategies, pro tips, and recipes that will help keep her big reunion focused on the people, not the stress.Recipes & Links:Magic Pork ShoulderDinner is Best Served ColdCold Roast SalmonChocolate Chip Cookies for Modern TimesSarah's cookbook, Every Day Is SaturdayAnna's cookbook, For the Table Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Join Amiel Stanek, BA resident fermentation enthusiast, as he helps Jenny recreate the signature half-sour pickle crunch from Zingerman's Deli. Explore the art of pickling, the differences between saltwater brine fermentation and vinegar pickling, and the unique sensory experiences of acidity in fermented foods. Delight in the world of half-sour pickles, home fermentation experiments, and the joy of making and enjoying pickles.

Today, we're sharing an episode from our friends at “The Splendid Table.” “The Splendid Table” has been celebrating the intersection of food and life for more than two decades and is hosted by award-winning food writer Francis Lam.This week, the show features two guests that will get you excited about cooking and baking. First, New York Times food desk reporter Priya Krishna tells us about her food writing career, building connections through her stories and travels and her most recent book, Priya’s Kitchen Adventures: A Cookbook for Kids. In her book, she draws recipes from different cuisines worldwide and tells us what working with kids as recipe testers was like. She leaves us with a recipe for Life Changing Udon. Then, Baker Yossy Arefi talks us through what it takes to make delicious and simple baking recipes. She talks about making desserts without occasion and finding freedom in combining flavors in her recipes, like her delicious Pink Cookie Bars with cardamom and almond cream cheese frosting. Plus, she sticks around to answer your baking questions. Yossy Arefi’s latest book is Snacking Bakes, Simple Recipes for Cookies, Bars, Brownies, Cakes, and More.  If you’d like to hear more episodes of “The Splendid Table” you can learn more at splendidtable.org and listen wherever you get your podcasts. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Jennifer and her husband are busy—they spend their weekends occupied taking their 3 dogs to agility competitions—and Jennifer suspects her Instant Pot would help her make dinner quicker and tastier. The only problem? She's terrified of it. So Shilpa and Chris join forces to help Jennifer conquer her fears and take advantage of her electric pressure cooker.Recipes & Links:Instant Pot Pork CarnitasPork Spareribs with Jammy Barbecue SauceInstant Pot: Summer Cooking Hero Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Lale Arikoglu is an expert traveler. And she’s headed out of town with friends, where she’ll need to make dinner in a vacation home. Faced with a flurry of dietary restrictions, she turned to Dinner SOS for some direction.Recipes & LinksSesame Tofu with Broccoli Peanut Butter Noodles with CucumbersEasy Fish Tacos with Spicy Sauce Chipotle-Crusted Cauliflower TacosSizzling Turmeric-Dill Fish Tacos What to Pack for Vacation Cooking  Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices