Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Radio

Cookbook author Durkhanai Ayubi tells us how the Silk Road shaped the food and history of Afghanistan, from Mongolian dumplings to the life-changing braised eggplant at her family’s restaurant, Parwana. Plus, we sample Cajun seafood from the coast of Louisiana with chef Melissa Martin; Adam Gopnik waxes poetic about New York’s greenmarkets; and we make a dish inspired by Palestinian maftoul.Get the recipe for Pearl Couscous with Chicken and Chickpeas: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/pearl-couscous-with-chicken-and-chickpeasThis week’s sponsors:Go to kingarthurbaking.com/milkstreet to get 10% off King Arthur’s line of products.Get 50% off your first month of KiwiCo plus free shipping on any crate line with code MILK at kiwico.com.Go to masterclass.com/MILK to get an Annual MasterClass All-Access Pass and give one to a friend for free. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Linguist Dan Jurafsky investigates the language of food, from the hidden meaning of adjectives on restaurant menus to the psychological attraction of brand names like Cheerios and Pop-Tarts. Plus, we hear how gospel star Mahalia Jackson became famous for her fried chicken franchise; J. Kenji López-Alt gives us tips on how to get young kids to eat adventurously; and we make crispy German Pork Schnitzel.Get the recipe for German Pork Schnitzel: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/german-pork-schnitzelThis week’s sponsors:Go to masterclass.com/MILK to get an Annual MasterClass All-Access Pass and give one to a friend for free. Go to kingarthurbaking.com/milkstreet to get 10% off King Arthur’s line of products. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can your significant other’s food preferences become a nonstarter when searching for marital bliss? Reporter Emily Thomas of “The Food Chain” introduces us to three couples who are learning to make peace despite their domestic culinary wars. Plus, we explore kaiseki with Niki Nakayama and Carole Iida-Nakayama; Dan Pashman rails against avocado toast; and we share our recipe for Chewy Molasses Spice Cookies with Browned Butter Icing, which was inspired by a listener question. (Originally aired November 30, 2019.)Get the recipe for Chewy Molasses Spice Cookies with Browned Butter Icing: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/chewy-molasses-spice-cookiesThis week’s sponsors:Go to masterclass.com/MILK for 15% off your Annual MasterClass All-Access Pass.Go to kingarthurbaking.com/milkstreet to get 10% off King Arthur’s line of products. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re celebrating Thanksgiving with friends old and new. Andrea Nguyen shares her family traditions, inspired by the Vietnamese Moon Festival; pie experts Chris Taylor and Paul Arguin put a new spin on classic desserts; Grant Barrett and Martha Barnette give us a language lesson on Thanksgiving Day; Rachael Ray, Maneet Chauhan, Maangchi, David Lebovitz and more chefs, authors and friends recount their Thanksgiving tales of disaster, culinary wisdom and family memories; and Dan Pashman breaks down the pros and cons of hosting a virtual Thanksgiving.This week’s sponsors:Go to masterclass.com/MILK for 15% off your Annual MasterClass All-Access Pass.Go to kingarthurbaking.com/milkstreet to get 10% off King Arthur’s line of products.Get 50% off your first month of KiwiCo plus free shipping on any crate line with code MILK at kiwico.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We chat with chef and TV host Marcus Samuelsson about his childhood in Ethiopia, his adoption by Swedish parents and the rich complexity of the Black experience in America, from cooking to culture. Plus, Joe Berkowitz reveals secrets from the little-known world of cheesemaking; Bianca Bosker gives us a history lesson on the humble fork; and we make hearty Soupe au Pistou. Get the recipe for Soupe au Pistou: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/soupe-au-pistoThis week’s sponsors:Discover the Sleep Number 360 smart bed for proven quality sleep. During the Veterans Day Sale, save $1,000 on a special edition smart bed, now $1,799. Plus, exclusive offers for military members! For a limited time, only at Sleep Number stores or sleepnumber.com/MILKGo to kingarthurbaking.com/milkstreet to get 10% off King Arthur’s line of products. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we’re talking carnitas, barbacoa and al pastor with Javier Cabral, associate producer for the Netflix documentary series “Taco Chronicles.” He describes some of the more unusual tacos he has encountered as a “taco scout,” how to eat a dozen tacos a day and the rise of the $15 gourmet taco. Plus, we get an in-depth look at the life and legacy of James Beard; Adam Gopnik walks us through creating his own whimsical dessert; and we whip up a delicious Danish Dream Cake.Get the recipe for Danish Dream Cake: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/danish-dream-cakeThis week’s sponsors:Go to masterclass.com/MILK for 15% off your Annual MasterClass All-Access Pass.Go to kingarthurbaking.com/milkstreet to get 10% off King Arthur’s line of products. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Every day, zoo chef Stacy Kyles prepares breakfast, lunch and dinner for 600 animals at the Oakland Zoo. This week, we chat about how she feeds the pickiest eaters, how she celebrates birthdays at the zoo and what everyone eats—from watermelon-licking lions to smoothie-guzzling primates. Plus, we discover Tokyo’s Neapolitan pizza scene; we make a Greek-style risotto; and Dr. Aaron Carroll demystifies the latest study on eggs and health. (Originally aired September 13, 2019.)Get the recipe for Tomato Rice with Oregano and Feta: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/tomato-rice Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We get a lesson in the science of flavor from Nik Sharma. He explains why he might consider fat to be its own flavor—just like sweet, sour, salty and bitter—and reveals the chemistry behind some of his best recipes, like spareribs in malt vinegar. Plus, Kim Severson explains how the pandemic has changed the way we shop for food; Dan Pashman reflects on 10 years at The Sporkful; and we make Austrian Goulash.Get the recipe for Austrian Beef Stew with Paprika and Caraway: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/austrian-beef-stew-with-paprika-and-caraway-goulashThis week's sponsors:There’s something for every kid (or kid-at-heart) at KiwiCo. Get 30% off your first month plus FREE shipping on any crate line with code MILK at kiwico.com. Get Honey for free today at joinhoney.com/MILK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We go behind the scenes with Bren Smith, who lived the dangerous life of a fisherman on the Bering Sea. He talks about his transformation from chasing big fish on the high seas to growing sustainable sea greens. Plus, Ana Roš shares Slovenian cuisine from the Soča Valley; Martha Barnette and Grant Barrett decode the meaning of edible flower names; and we whip up silky Maple-Whiskey Pudding Cakes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We ride the railroads of India with Maneet Chauhan to sample chaat: snacks like warm carrot pudding and chili-fried potatoes served at street stalls and train stations. Plus, Shannon Mustipher gives us a taste of Tiki cocktails and culture; Bianca Bosker explains the appeal of ultra-peaceful cooking shows; and we make hearty Ethiopian Chickpea Stew.Get this week’s recipe, Ethiopian Chickpea Stew: https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/ethiopian-chickpea-stewThis week’s sponsors:Go to TryPowerXL.com and use promo code MILK to get 10% off the Power XL Air Fryer plus free shipping and a free cookbook.Go to masterclass.com/MILK for 15% off your Annual MasterClass All-Access Pass Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.