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Coco’s Latest Bite
by Arlene Coco
This is a podcast about all things food in my universe that are inspired by nature's bounty. Your source of inspiration for recipes and stories, food travels, and new ingredients. it’s a mash-up of all things culinary and delicious. As a chef instructor, I try to teach methods and techniques instead of recipes, so a lot of my podcasts feature how to cook intuitively with what you have on hand, I like to call it "fridge foraging". So come along with me to learn from my decades of work as a pro chef as I teach you new ways to get cooking and tell you about my latest bite. www.arlenecoco.com
Episodes
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Episode # 32 Season Finale- Pantry Salsa in a Flash
My favorite kind of salsa is the smooth kind versus the chunky. Most Mexican Restaurants serve this style of salsa when you sit down to eat with warm chips. I love the fresh chunky pico style, however, for everyday eating and multi-tasking into different dishes, the smooth version fits the bill....
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Episode 31- Wild and Gathered Summer Salad
One of my favorite recipes of all time is this salad. I love it because it can be used all year round just by changing a few of the ingredients out. This week I share my favorite Summer Salad that can transform simple ingredients into a sensational salad. As always, check my website blog at...
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Episode 30 - A Nightshade to remember
In this week's podcast, I give you my best-kept secrets on grilling Eggplant. You can see the transcript here and check out the video of me grilling it. Grilled Eggplant Dry Italian seasoning can be substituted for Herbs de Provence. Serving size: 4-6 Ingredients: 1 large eggplant 1/8 cup olive…
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Episode 29 Cooking over an open fire
In this episode, I talk about different techniques for cooking over an open fire. When I had my outdoor kitchen built, my blacksmith installed a big fireplace with a trammel or swinging black hanging iron arm with notches in it so I could hang a black pot over the fire with ease and adjust the...
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Episode 28 Tuscan Chicken under a brick
In this week's episode, I give you the secrets of my sensational Tuscan Brick Grilled Chicken. It's my most popular blog post and I love making it for family and friends in the Summer when herbs are plentiful. Tuscan Brick Grilled Chicken The origins of this dish are from Northern Italy. For best...
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Episode 27 Pesto Slathered Salmom
Grilling salmon is an easy and tasty way to eat fish. Loaded with protein and Omega 3's combined with easy availability makes it a natural choice for a lazy summer dinner. In this episode, I walk you through one of my favorite summer recipes on the grill. Easy and sensational, this dish never...
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Episode 26 Summer Entertaining tips and Maple Brined Chicken on the Grill
In this week's episode, I give you some new tips and tricks for easy Summer entertaining. Check my blog on my website for more information at www.arlenecoco.com Maple Brined Chicken Most local poultry lends itself well to brining. Just remember if you brine chicken, you can’t use the drippings…
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Summer Salads With In Season Produce for a Healthy Community
What makes local in-season produce taste better? Maybe it’s because it’s grown with care and love... Because our dinner today from a grocery store originates from no less than five countries, we are starting to take a closer look at just where our food comes from. A healthy, sensational salad is...
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History of the 4th of July
When John Adams signed the Declaration of Independence, he wrote to his wife, Abigail, that the day of the signing "Will be the most memorable epoch in the history of America. That was back in 1776. In some ways, not much has changed with the celebration of the 4th of July. In this episode, I…
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A Picnic Basket is Like a Treasure Chest & Wild Rice Salad Recipe
Every summer I vow to spend more time outside dining al fresco with my husband. Such accessible natural beauty, it’s the perfect backdrop for a mini-vacation escape. In this episode, I let you in on my picnic secrets to make your next picnic epic! I give you tips and hacks and a recipe for my...
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Fridge foraging: Easy Peasy Toast and Topping Bar for Dad's Special Day
With Dad's Special day coming up, why not try something different? Scheduling full-blown parties are challenging this time of the year because of busy summer weekend schedules. In this episode, I teach you how to set up a fun and delicious show-stopping buffet that lends itself to easy...
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Tickle your tastebuds with The Iconic Muffalotta Sandwich and Bonus Salad Recipe
Central Grocery, an iconic specialty store in the heart of the French Quarter in New Orleans has a secret recipe. Certain dishes are so ingrained in this region's stew-pot cuisine that to eliminate them would be unthinkable. One is muffuletta, an Italian submarine-type sandwich with a distinctive...
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Travel Episode, You gotta Eat Here: South Florida and My Mixed Grill & Salad Bar
There's no place on earth like South Florida. The beaches are like sugar, the water is so blue and beautiful and the sunshine is abundant. I have been making the pilgrimage annually to get a break from the snow. In this episode, I give you tips on places I go back to and new places I have just...
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Memorial Day cooking outside- Recipe for Pan Seared Ahi Tuna
Cooking Outside is one of my favorite things to do when the weather warms up. When I was a catering chef, we always cooked outside onsite for a party, even in the winter. Cooking around my guests gives me a chance to be in the action and they can help move things along. In this episode, I give…
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Mediterranean Diet Tips & Chicken with Lemons
Is the Mediterranean diet really the healthiest diet in the world? Experts agree that, yes indeed it is the best diet for overall health. The Mediterranean diet is based on the traditional foods that people used to eat in countries like Italy and Greece back in 1960. Researchers noted that these...
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Mother’s Day New Orleans Style Brunch
Whether you are bringing mom breakfast in bed or planning a show-stopping brunch, the moms in your life deserve a morning off. The national restaurant association says that Mothers's day is the busiest restaurant day of the year. So if you don't want to make a reservation, dining at home with a...
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Savor the flavors of Spring with a Buddha Bowl
Grain Bowls aka Buddha bowls are making the rounds these days on recipe websites. The history I am told of the Buddha bowl is Buddha often traveled all day to see people and along the way, they gave him a food offering which he put in a large bowl. At the end of the day, he would eat the bowl as...
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It’s Crawfish season! Time for Crawfish Etouffee
When I was a kid, one of my favorite outings was crawfishing on Sunday afternoon with my father. I grew up crawfishing in Louisiana and enjoying the bounty of Louisiana every season. Today I am going to share with you some fun facts about Crawfish, tips on buying and cooking, and my mama's…
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Pizzetas- Perfect for Fridge Foraging
Pizza is one of the world's favorite foods, we eat it at home, in restaurants, and standing on the street corner too. In this episode, I introduce you to Pizzettas which translates to "Little Pizzas". I give you tips and tricks on how to make an easy peasy 2 ingredient dough and give you a recipe...
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Top tips for Spring Salad Prep and Harrod's Salad Recipe
Even though Spring is always late in the Northland where I live, It never stops me from enjoying fresh produce, even if it's not from the local garden. I am ready for greens, tender shoots, and delicate leaves that Spring brings to us. Join me today as I talk about tips for getting ahead of salad...
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Travel Episode:Seattle, The Foodie’s Mecca & Salmon Chowder Recipe
In this week's episode, I take you on a tour of one of my favorite destinations- Pike Place Market. I give you my tips and talk about my can't miss stops for hard-to-pass-up food finds. Be sure to stay to the end when I will give you a smoked salmon chowder recipe to make at home. As usual, you…
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Chef's Secrets to Make Life Easier In the Kitchen
One of the greatest lessons one can learn in the kitchen is how to work organized and efficient. I have spent my career teaching staff and students how to work smarter, not harder. In this week's episode, I share some of the secrets I have learned from logging decades of hours behind a stove. So,...
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Italian Comfort Food for Winters End
At the end of these long days of winter, my thoughts turn to my Cajitalian roots- a mix of Cajun and Italian comfort foods I grew up with. Today, I introduce you to one of the many comfort foods of Sicily, Braciola- which translates to Stuffed Meat. Cousin to the meatball, this dish is served…
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Travel Episode: Ireland, the Fresh Island
In this episode, I reminisce about a trip I took to Ireland a few years ago. It was a magical glimpse of the Southern part of the Island. The food has certainly evolved there in recent years, with a focus on FLOSS- Fresh, Local, Organic, Sustainable, and Seasonable. I also talk about the dishes I...
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Afternoon Tea and Scones
In this episode, I talk about all things Afternoon Tea, I am channeling Dame Dolores Synder the author of "Tea Time Entertaining" who was my Afternoon Tea Mentor. Here is a recipe for the Smorgastrata Sandwich Loaf I talked about from the Dobbernation Loves Blog. Check my blog at…
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Mardi Gras History and Memories + Blueberry Bread Pudding
Throw me something, Mister! In this episode, I will reminisce about going to Mardi Gras parades as a kid, the history of Mardi Gras, and menus to serve for Mardi Gras day. Check out my companion blog post show notes here. Here is the recipe for the crawfish kingcake from the Louisiana Crawfish...
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Mushroom Risotto gets an update with Farro
In this episode, I share all of my secrets to making a perfect risotto using farro an ancient grain from Italy. If you’d like the recipe please go to my website arlenecoco.com under the recipe tab or click here to go directly to the recipe and youtube video of me making it. Farro is an ancient...
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Palentine’s Day Menus and Chocolate Recipes
In this week's episode, I talk about how to cook flexitarian and prepare a Buffet that will suit all tastes, I also give a recipe for a tasty chocolate mousse that’s easy to prepare and delicious. Stay until the end because I also include a recipe for Chocolate Truffle Pate, which is a…
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Quick and Easy One Pot Pasta
In this episode, I will share with you my secrets to a flavorful one-pot pasta cooked in the style of risotto. Super easy, quick and delicious this one is a real keeper. Here is a link to me making it for Fox21 news and you can find the recipe on my blog at www.arlenecoco.com ZH6LGMW9T3v1OOFHkqka
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My Louisiana Gumbo Recipe
Just in time for Mardi Gras season, I share my secrets to my favorite gumbo. They say in Louisiana, there are as many recipes for Gumbo as there are cooks. Join me as I talk about Gumbology and the many variations. Links to gumbo recipes on my website are here and here.
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Fridge Foraging for Creative Soups
In this episode, I walk you through making a couple of different kinds of soup with what you have on hand. I teach you the techniques and methods of soup cookery without having a recipe. I also share my recipe for a recent feast I made with Feta, Vegetables, and Shrimp all in one dish. Here is…
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Flexitarian Cooking Tips For The New Year
Join me as I talk about flexitarian cooking and give you great tips on how to Enjoy including more vegetables in your cooking.
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Welcome to Coco's Latest Bite!
Welcome to my kitchen! Pull up a seat and be inspired to cook new and exciting dishes. Each week, I will cover a different topic inspired by Nature's Seasonal Bounty. So, come on along and let's get cooking!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
This is a podcast about all things food in my universe that are inspired by nature's bounty. Your source of inspiration for recipes and stories, food travels, and new ingredients. it’s a mash-up of all things culinary and delicious. As a chef instructor, I try to teach methods and techniques instead of recipes, so a lot of my podcasts feature how to cook intuitively with what you have on hand, I like to call it "fridge foraging". So come along with me to learn from my decades of work as a pro chef as I teach you new ways to get cooking and tell you about my latest bite. www.arlenecoco.com
HOSTED BY
Arlene Coco
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