Best Foodnetwork Podcasts (2026)

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Interview with NY Times Bestselling Author, Michael Ruhlman 55:11

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8d ago55:11

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In this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, talks to NY Times Bestselling author, Michael Ruhlman. He has written numerous cookbooks including his own as well as those he has co-authored with The French Laundry and Per Se chef, Thomas Keller, and Le Bernardin chef, Eric Ripert. Simon and Michael discuss Michael's writing process, the…

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Drew Nieporent: One of America's Most Respected and Celebrated Restaurateurs 13:06

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Get ready for what we're calling the most exciting and anticipated Kitchen Chat episode of the year! Host Margaret McSweeney traveled straight to the heart of the culinary world in New York City to sit down with a true legend: celebrated restaurateur Drew Nieporent, the founder and inspiration behind the Myriad Restaurant Group. The reason for this…

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The Wurst is yet to come: The History of the Sausage 35:36

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In this episode of Eat My Globe our host, Simon Majumdar, will explore the history of the sausage. He will discuss the origins of the sausage where it was used to keep offal and blood in a casing of entrails to keep them from spoiling. He will also look at other countries' current love of the sausage from Germany to China to Taiwan to Argentina and…

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Interview with Award-Winning Author, Shahnaz Ahsan 1:04:21

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In this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, will be speaking with award-winning author, Shahnaz Ahsan, about her wonderful new book, "The Jackfruit Chronicles," which talks about Bangladeshi cooking. They will discuss similarities and differences between Bengali and Bangladeshi cooking from other types of Indian cooking, and the univ…

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Taking the Biscuit: The History of British Biscuits 32:14

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In a battle for the biscuit, Eat My Globe host, Simon Majumdar, takes on the origins of biscuits from ancient Romans, to "Ship Biscuits," which helped British ships to conquer the world, to the arrival of sugar and chocolate in mass distribution, to Britain's passion for biscuits with a cup of "Rosie Lee" tea. This is one of Simon's favorite topics…

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ENCORE: Biscuit Time! Holiday Baking with Carla Hall 45:01

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It's time for a holiday kitchen confession… I grew up in the South, yet somehow never learned how to make biscuits! Thankfully, my dear friend Chef Carla Hall—along with the wonderful Chadwick Boyd—brought Biscuit Time to this special encore edition of Kitchen Chat. We rolled up our sleeves at Chicago's Merchandise Mart, where Chef Jaime Laurita jo…

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Interview with James Beard Award Winner, Noah Rothbaum 1:11:06

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In this episode of Eat My Globe our host, Simon Majumdar, will be chatting with James Beard Award winner, Noah Rothbaum, the author of "The Whiskey Bible: A Complete Guide to the World's Greatest Spirit." It's a book that will give both amateurs, professional mixologists, and whiskey collectors all the information they need to know about one of wor…

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Pop Quiz: The History of Soda Drinks 35:01

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In this episode of Eat My Globe our host, Simon Majumdar, explores the history of soda. It is the fizzy pop that is so popular around the world today. He will look at the ancient beginnings of soda, its development throughout the 18th and 19th century, the advent of soda fountains, its role during World War II, surprising soda ingredients, and pres…

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Interview with Award Winning Chef and Author, Eric Ripert 56:20

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In this episode of Eat My Globe our host, Simon Majumdar, will be interviewing the legendary chef, Eric Ripert. Eric is the owner and chef of Le Bernardin, the superb 3-Michelin starred seafood restaurant in New York City. They will discuss Eric's fantastic cookbook, "Seafood Simple," his childhood in France and Andorra, his time in French kitchens…

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The Bottomless Cup: A Memoir of Secrets, Restaurants and Forgiveness by Kevin Boehm 22:23

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Congratulations to Kevin Boehm on the launch of his compelling book The Bottomless Cup: A Memoir of Secrets, Restaurants and Forgiveness. In this Kitchen Chat, Kevin shares the highs and lows of his personal life along with key components of success in his professional life. He also discusses the importance of mental health. You will be inspired by…

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A Schmear of the History of the Bagel 31:47

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What an amazing history. In this episode of Eat My Globe our host, Simon Majumdar, takes us through the proto-bagel world of ancient times to similar styles of bread from other countries. The history of the modern-day bagel may have originated in Poland but it became the go to breakfast of New York City – with a schmear, of course – and is now popu…

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Estelle Manor: A Taste of Luxury, History and Hospitality 4:49

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Host Margaret McSweeney takes us to the Oxfordshire countryside to Estelle Manor, one of the "hottest" destinations in England. Originally built in 1780 in Georgian style and rebuilt in 1908 in Jacobean style, Estelle Manor sits on 85 acres and is surrounded by 3,000 acres of parklands and gardens. In 2023, Ennismore opened this beautiful property …

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Gleneagles: The Glorious Playground of Scotland 5:06

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"Scotland is a land of mountains, glens, and islands, a land of myth and legend" - Walter Scott. Join Kitchen Chat host Margaret McSweeney as she celebrates the 100th anniversary of Gleneagles, located at the base of the Scottish Southern Highlands. After its grand opening in 1924, media proclaimed that Gleneagles was the "8th Wonder of the World" …

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Cromlix: A Luxury Country House Hotel in Scotland 12:54

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Welcome to a very special episode of Kitchen Chat: A Taste of Luxury, History & Hospitality. Today, we're traveling to a storybook setting in Scotland. Let's visit Cromlix (https://www.cromlix.com/), the breathtaking Victorian mansion and five-star luxury country house hotel near Dunblane, owned by tennis legend, Sir Andy Murray and his wife, Kim (…

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Brown's Hotel and the Mayfair Bun 13:20

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Welcome to a special edition of Kitchen Chat: A Taste of Luxury, History, and Hospitality. Host Margaret McSweeney takes you to the heart of London's Mayfair, a place synonymous with timeless elegance, to visit the incomparable Brown's Hotel, a Rocco Forte Property, https://www.roccofortehotels.com/hotels-and-resorts/brown-s-hotel/ Brown's is more …

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The Meathead Method: The Art, Soul and Science of Outdoor Cooking 19:23

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"I like to think that whatever you cook indoors. you can cook it even better outdoors" Meathead Goldwyn. On this special episode of Kitchen Chat, host Margaret McSweeney visits the living legend of grilling in his kitchen for an insightful conversation and a Masterclass on one of America's most revered traditions. She is joined by the celebrated pi…

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Fashion Icon Nigel Barker Launches an Espresso Martini 13:22

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Step onto the runway of flavor and fashion in this special episode of Kitchen Chat: A Taste of Luxury, History and Hospitality. Host Margaret McSweeney joins world-renowned fashion photographer and TV personality Nigel Barker at a Chicago philanthropic fashion show benefiting WINGS Program Inc. Discover how Nigel turned his creative eye from coutur…

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The Market at Pepper Place: A Culinary Renaissance 5:04

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On this very special episode of Kitchen Chat: A Taste of Luxury, History and Hospitality, host Margaret McSweeney takes us on a sweet, very personal journey home. Broadcasting from the vibrant culinary heart of her beloved hometown, Birmingham, Alabama, Margaret has a Kitchen Chat with Leigh Sloss-Corra, the dynamic Executive Director of The Market…

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Great British Tea Party and Kitchen Chat: A Taste of Luxury, History and Hospitality 10:21

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Through their shared passion for the rich traditions of afternoon tea, Margaret and Claire celebrate the global success of the GBTP, a global community Myers-Lamptey built which now connects nearly 300,000 enthusiasts worldwide, and to make a very important announcement. Kitchen Chat will now also air on Great British Tea Party's Facebook page. The…

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Baccarat New York: A Taste of Luxury, History and Hospitality 16:05

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Join Kitchen Chat host Margaret McSweeney as she visits the truly sparkling Baccarat Hotel New York. Margaret is known to spotlight the brightest and most brilliant examples of Luxury, History, and Hospitality, and this hotel, a stunning blend of heritage and modern opulence aptly fits this description. Opened in 2015, this Manhattan gem is the fir…

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A National Living Treasure: The History of Wagyu 33:12

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On this episode of Eat My Globe our host, Simon Majumdar, talks about one of his favorite subjects: Wagyu. He will discuss its origins; its development in Japan in the 17th century when very few people in the country ate meat at all; how it became a national treasure by the 19th century; the many styles of wagyu; the creation of wagyu-crossbreeds; …

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Interview with James Beard Award Winning Authors & Chefs, Lois Ellen Frank & Walter Whitewater 59:12

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On this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, talks to the truly unique duo of James Beard Award Winning Chefs, Lois Ellen Frank, PhD, and Walter Whitewater about their newest book collaboration, "Seed to Plate. Soil to Sky," and another of their great books, "Foods of the Southwest Indian Nations." They will be talking about Native Am…

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Cinnamon: The History of True Cinnamon & Cassia 28:55

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On this episode of Eat My Globe our host, Simon Majumdar, will be discussing the origins of cinnamon, a spice that is now in most kitchens in the world but was once the most expensive spice on earth. He will discuss the difference between cinnamon and cassia; how a Roman emperor burned a huge amount of cinnamon at the funeral of his wife; how the S…

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Interview with Author & Smithsonian American History Museum Curator & Project Director, Paula Johnson 1:15:31

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On this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, will be talking to Paula J. Johnson, the Curator and Project Director of The American Food History Project at The Smithsonian National Museum of American History. They will discuss her remarkable book, "Julia Child's Kitchen: The Design, Tools, Stories and Legacy of an Iconic Space." Julia'…

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Umma: A Korean Mom's Kitchen Wisdom and 100 Family Recipes 20:25

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Margaret McSweeney welcomes cookbook author Sarah Ahn to discuss Umma: A Korean Mom's Kitchen Wisdom. Discover Korean culinary heritage, heartfelt family recipes, and the rich history behind beloved dishes like kimchi grilled cheese. "Kimchi is more than just a trendy food item. Kimchi is a Korean person's identity. It's our pride and it's a staple…

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A Skewered History: The History of Skewers & Kebabs 33:47

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On this episode of Eat My Globe our host, Simon Majumdar, will be looking at the history of skewers. Now this might sound like a subject that doesn't need much thought. You put stuff on a skewer and then put it on a grill. Skewers, however, have so much interesting history. Simon will talk about the difference between "Kebab" and "Kebob"; the skewe…

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Raffles London at The OWO: A Taste of Luxury, History and Hospitality 10:42

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Join KItchen Chat host Margaret McSweeney as she steps both into the future and back in time, to the hallowed, historic grounds of the Raffles London at The OWO. Experience the property's recent magnificent transformation of the Old War Office, a building where history was profoundly made, from the days of Winston Churchill to Ian Fleming's James B…

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Interview with TikTok's Condiment Claire 1:05:34

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On this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, will be talking with TikTok phenom Claire Dinhut about her fantastic new book, "The Condiment Book." They will discuss how condiments were used in history to preserve food, like pickling, and how it became part of everyday life. They will also discuss the science of condiments from sweet to…

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Matcha, Matcha, Matcha! 9:35

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On this particularly timely edition of Kitchen Chat®: A Taste of Luxury, History, and Hospitality, host Margaret McSweeney whisks you away on a flavorful journey into the captivating world of Matcha! From World Tea Expo in Las Vegas and the Chicago Tea Festival, where the global popularity and ceremonial allure of Matcha was undeniably the "hot top…

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How Do You Like them Apples?: The History of the Apple 40:38

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On this episode of Eat My Globe our host, Simon Majumdar, will be looking at the remarkable history of the apple from its beginning point in the hills of the Tien Shan mountains in Kazakhstan to its ubiquity in cuisines around the world. Along the way we shall see how these apples were spread around the world by the Romans, and by traders through t…

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Interview with Celebrated Chef and Author, Eric Adjepong 59:20

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On this episode of Eat My Globe our host, Simon Majumdar, chats with celebrated chef and author, Eric Adjepong, about his new book, "Ghana To the World: Recipes and Stories that Look Forward While Honoring the Past." They will discuss the influence of West African cooking on American cooking, the people who influenced his cooking, dishes that he lo…

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Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons: A Culinary Fairytale 10:42

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Exploring the Sustainable Michelin-Starred Legacy of Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons with Executive Chef Luke Selby. "The garden is the canvas, and we take all our inspiration from the garden and the seasons." Executive Chef Luke Selby Embark on a journey with host Margaret McSweeney to one of the most exceptional luxury resorts in the world for a truly…

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Brewery Gulch Inn and Spa: A Taste of Mendocino Coast 7:52

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Nestled amidst the breathtaking Mendocino coastline, Brewery Gulch Inn & Spa offers a sanctuary where rustic elegance meets a deep respect for the natural world. Built upon a foundation of remarkable ocean-salvaged redwood logs, the Inn stands as a testament to sustainable luxury and a harmonious connection with its stunning surroundings. From the …

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MacCallum House: A Gem In Mendocino 11:18

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Let's explores the heart of Mendocino, California, and discover a true gem: the MacCallum House. This isn't just a hotel; it's a living piece of history, nestled in the heart of downtown, yet just a stone's throw from the dramatic Mendocino Headlands and the crashing Pacific. On this Kitchen Chat episode, Margaret McSweeney steps inside this beauti…