003 Sizzling Stories of Heritage and Flavor with Tara Jones

When Tara Jones joined culinary forces with her mom The Diabetic Pastry Chef, she didn't just expand a family business—she launched a new flavor revolution in Pittsburgh. On this week's episode of The Pittsburgh Dish, we're taking a culinary voyage that traces Tara's delicious Peri Peri Chicken back to her Portuguese roots. As the mastermind behind Tara Peri Chicken, she shares her  journey from culinary expert to a tastemaker of the local food scene, and how her family's past intertwines with every spicy, savory bite.Imagine capturing the essence of your grandmother's kitchen, and adding a zesty twist—that's exactly what our local gourmet did with her Pastéis de Nata & crème brûlée custard tartlets. Throughout the show, Tara shares stories of exploration with culinary creativity, and the life-affirming power of returning to one's roots through food. Her personal tale is a comforting reminder of how recipes, like family memories, are passed down and cherished through generations.Plus, we're dishing out local love with a shout-out to St Clair Social, a neighborhood gem that's got our taste buds humming. And one listener shares a recipe that has staying power, beyond a first marriage. Stay tuned as we connect the dots between identity, ancestry, and the universal language of food—with a few recipes to boot.Support the show