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The Storied Recipe
by Rebecca Hadeed
Weekly guests share recipes they cherish for their significance to their culture, heritage, and memories.
Episodes
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201 The Midwestern Mom and The Coming of Age Breakfast
Step back into the kitchen of your childhood. Can you remember? What color were the cabinets? Was their linoleum on the floors and laminate on the counters? Or tile and granite? Was it warm or cold? Cluttered or clean? Was it a happy place? A lonely place? Now put yourself back into that kitchen…
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200 The Vindicated Mother and Her Lebanese Lamb Chops
I like to think that Mama Issa had breakfast at her favorite place this morning—right on the edge of the Mediterranean. Imagine the soft clatter of dishes, waves gently splashing against the thick rock wall separating Mama Issa from that turquoise water. She sips that good, strong Lebanese coffee...
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199 The Foremost Wild Food Authority and His Favorite Taco
Typically, I introduce episodes with a nostalgic story, inviting you all on an emotional journey with me - but I’ve opted out of that today as it doesn’t quite fit. Today’s episode isn’t about the past or the bittersweet memories of loved ones lost - Rather, it celebrates a friendship rooted in...
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198 The Magnetic Thai Grandma and Her Soothing Breakfast Jok
What was your first moment of consciousness this morning? The sound of an alarm clock? The feeling of a toddler whose presence you felt before you even opened your eyes? If you’re really lucky, maybe it was the sun in your eyes? For Dom, it was the smell of garlic, gently frying outside. Then...
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197 The 5th Annual Christmas Pudding Episode
If I had to pick a word for my 2025, it would be bittersweet. This is now the 5th time I’m releasing the Christmas Pudding episode - I love it that much! But this year, it’s hitting a little bit differently. I’ve always loved this episode because it’s fun and funny and full of laughter. The...
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196 The Tireless German Oma and Her Creamy Quark
If you listen closely, you can almost hear the soft rattle of a bicycle coasting over cobblestones, weaving past tractors and farm fields on its way toward a small German village kitchen. A little girl, Heidrun, is on that bike and, as her hair streams behind her in the wind, she can hardly hear...
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195 The Honest Magiría and Its Humble Chickpea Soup
For many of us, Athens is inseparable from ancient—towering colonnades blinding white in the Mediterranean sun, rowdy crowds packed into massive amphitheatres, then those same crowds dispersing into balmy evenings washed in golden light, the 195 The Honest Magiría and Its Humble Chickpea…
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194 The Best Mother-in-Law and Her Hungarian Walnut Torte
Today’s guest Lynn describes Maria — just like a glowing fairy come to life: barely five feet tall, vivacious, chatty and outgoing, and as charming as they come. So imagine this tiny Maria 100 years ago, just a teenager tripping over the cobblestone streets of Budapest, chatting with her friends,...
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193 The War Bride, The Baker, And Their Apple Dumplings
The Second World War has started and teenage Dolores stands over a small suitcase laying open on her bed in Columbus, Ohio. She slept in this room through her mother’s three years of illness and the tragic night her mother died, when she was just fifteen. Some nights, Dolores falls asleep quickly...
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192 The Gentle Generations and Their Best Cookies
Let me introduce you to little Maureen — a tiny girl with glossy dark hair and big dark eyes — sitting on the counter of a kitchen on Maple Street, USA. She’s sipping a root beer float, watching the house buzz with cousins, aunts, and uncles, their laughter and teasing filling every corner. The...
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191 The Creative British Nan and Her Cake That Came Full Circle
Peeking into an English kitchen, young Sam Harris watches his Nan pull loaves from the oven, a scene of warmth, creativity, and care. Today’s episode unwraps how her Pineapple Cake became a sweet legacy of values, family, and the gifts we give—and receive.
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190 The Boisterous Landlady and Her Transformative Rajma Chawal
Lopa remembers Auntie Annie’s Punjabi courtyard, where laughter, chai, and the aroma of Rajma Chawal taught her to cook, find confidence, and embrace her cultural roots.
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189 The Unflappable Farmer's Wife and Her Daily Bread
On a New York dairy farm, Joann raised seven children with calm, generosity, and a table that was never empty. In this episode, her daughter Judith shares memories of her mother’s steady hospitality, heartfelt friendships, and the simple Sally Lunn bread that carries her legacy of daily comfort…
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188 From French Wine Country: The Henriot Family Revives History in Champlitte
Recorded in Champlitte, this episode explores how the Henriot family is reviving the region’s winemaking history with organic, hand-harvested wines.
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187 A Meal by the Fire: French Soup and Stories in Selina's Country Castle
Join us by the fire in a French country castle for a meal of French Fish Soup and memories shared around a candlelit table.
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186 Towards a Better Listener Experience: Join Me for a Call in 2025
Brian Reisinger, author of Land Rich, Cash Poor, shares his journey as the first male in four generations not to take over his family’s farm. He sheds light on the challenges modern farmers face, urging us to address the disappearing farms and their impact on our food supply.
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185 Global Harvest Festivals: The Rare and Elusive Jubilee Phenomenon with Chase Matthews
Nick, a California cheesemaker, honors his great-grandmother Baba Saveta's enduring legacy from Montenegro, reflecting on her resilience, self-sufficiency, and cheese-making expertise.
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184 Global Harvest Festivals: The Ancient 8 Day Festival of Sukkot with Susan Barocas
Welcome to the first in a pair mini-episodes on Harvest Festivals Around the World! Today, Susan Barocas teaches me about the ancient Jewish harvest festival of Sukkot, from its origins many thousands of years ago right up to this very autumn in Susan’s own backyard in Washington DC. Sukkot...
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183 Palacinke & Cheesemaking: Nick’s Quest to Honor Baba Saveta’s Legacy
Nick, a California cheesemaker, honors his great-grandmother Baba Saveta's enduring legacy from Montenegro, reflecting on her resilience, self-sufficiency, and cheese-making expertise.
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182 A 3 Minute Update: Big Announcement and Call for Feedback!
Brian Reisinger, author of Land Rich, Cash Poor, shares his journey as the first male in four generations not to take over his family’s farm. He sheds light on the challenges modern farmers face, urging us to address the disappearing farms and their impact on our food supply.
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181 The Disappearing Farmer: Brian Reisinger’s Noble Fight to Secure America's Food Supply
Brian Reisinger, author of Land Rich, Cash Poor, shares his journey as the first male in four generations not to take over his family’s farm. He sheds light on the challenges modern farmers face, urging us to address the disappearing farms and their impact on our food supply.
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180 The World’s Only: Dr. Menna’s Singular Mission to Unearth Egypt’s Food Legacy
One of a kind archaeobotanist Dr. Menna El Dorry shares ancient Egyptian food heritage, ecofacts, and a cherished family recipe.
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179 What Happens After Happily Ever After? Alison Kay Returns
What's possible when you let go of a dream? Wisdom from someone who has done it - twice.
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178 Jamaican Cuisine Goes Global: The Scotch Boyz Journey with Neil Hudson
Four Jamaican boyhood friends start a global hot sauce brand, taking authentic Jamaican flavors to the world - and bring us Neil's father's Curry Goat recipe.
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177 From Liberia with Love: Frances & Jah's Culinary Mission and Famous Potato Salad
Frances and Jah share their Liberian love story, the history behind the school they support, and their 3-day cook-a-thon to raise funds, featuring Frances's famous potato salad.
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176 Riding Waves and Whipping Up Kaiserschmarrn with Anna and Marco at Mellowmove Surf Camp
Anna and Marco of Mellowmove Surf Camp share their journey from carefree surfers to dedicated parents and business owners, as well as Anna's grandmother's Kaiserschmarrn recipe.
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175 Food, Feminism, Fury (and Family!): Geraldine DeRuiter's Tale of the Nesselrode Pie
James Beard Award-winning author Geraldine DeRuiter talks about her new book, vulnerable life stories, and making an extinct recipe.
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174 Onsite Interview: Exploring 500 Years of History at Auerbachs Keller in Leipzig, Germany
Join me on a private tour and interview at Auerbachs Keller, a 500 year old restaurant that sparked one of world's greatest works of literature and hosted one of the most significant religious figures in 200 years!
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173 A Holocaust Survivor Shares Her Story
This is the story of a Holocaust survivor, told by herself. It is a complicated story, with layers of historical and political realities I had no idea of before this interview, reminding us story is different than a simple narrative - and that we can never assume someone’s story without actually...
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172 The Heady Scent of Coffee Blossoms with Accamma Nanjappa
Did you know coffee blossoms smell sweet and heady, like a citrus or Jasmine blossom? I certainly did not know that - or dozens of facts shared by today’s guest, Accamma Nanjappa, owner of Bean Song Coffee, which ships internationally from India.
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171 Warriors and Children of Nature with Accamma Nanjappa
I think the best way to introduce to you today’s guest, Accamma Nanjappa, is to read an excerpt of her recipe submission. She says, “It must be noted that the Kodavas or the people of Coorg are not just warriors, but are also children of nature. Hence all our major festivals are celebrations of...
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170 A Cookbook Worth the Wait with Murielle Banackissa
Murielle has been working on her debut cookbook for 4 years and last month, it was finally released to immediate acclaim. For the last 4 years, I’ve known, for sure that whatever Murielle produced would be well worth the wait. And indeed, her cookbook is visually stunning and full of vegan…
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169 Fermentation as Art, Science, and Life Philosophy with Larry Nguyen
Chef Larry Nguyen share's his family origin story, lessons learned in the hard world of restaurant work, and the art and science of fermentation.
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168: A Wedding Feast to Last a Lifetime With Ruth Newman
Today I’m welcoming Ruth Newman to the podcast, a “cookier” who specializes in creating intricately decorated sugar cookies for showers, charities, and friends. However, she has never felt the urge to turn her beloved hobby into a career. And that, in fact, is exactly the reason she is my guest...
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167: Trauma, Mental Health, and Spritual Healing with Alda Sigmundsdóttir
A conversation with Alda Sigmondsdottir about her favorite Icelandic recipe and her powerful new memoir written at the intersection of childhood trauma, mental health, and spiritual healing.
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166 Whale, Puffin, Horse and Icelandic Fish Stew with Chef Stefan of Þrír Frakkar
Icelandic Chef Stefan discusses how Prir Frakkar “dared to be different” by creating an elevated menu from traditional Icelandic dishes, using almost exclusively Icelandic ingredients. We go into his family’s story, of course, and he educates me on the whaling industry, the Icelandic financial...
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165 Recipes for Nurturing Joy with Deborah Johnson
A conversation with Mexican-American cookbook author Deborah Johnson on creating rituals to cultivate joy.
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164 Updates from My 4 Favorite Guests in 2024
Happy New Year!! Kicking of 2024 with my 4 favorite guests - my sons, Jack, Marcus, Joshua and Nicholas!
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163 RE-RELEASE The Christmas Story
The Christmas Story, according to the gospel of Luke.
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162 RE-RELEASE The 4th Annual Christmas Pudding Episode
Every Christmas, this immigrant family made a British classic with laughter, joy, booze - and everyone got at least one turn with the spoon.
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161 Christmas in Indonesia with M. Aimee Tan
M Aimee shares all about her Christmas memories in Indonesia, from security risks to piano battles with family. Also shares an Indonesian Christmas cookie made with gouda, coconut, and pandan.
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160 Christmas in Bruderhof with Diana Rutherford
Welcome Diana! This one is a little outside the mold for the Christmas Around the World series. You see, Diana’s childhood, the culture she was raised in, and the Christmases she enjoyed weren’t really defined by the places she lived, geographically. In fact, her family moved 22 times in 17…
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159 Christmas in Ecuador with Sofia Alarcon
Sophie shares
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158 Memories in the Dough: 70 Years of Montana Ranch Life
Heartwarming episode with Marlene, who has lived 70 years on her ranch in Montana, first as a child, then a wife, mother, business owner and farmer. Her memories exist in the Walnut Povitica recipe that came from her Austrian mother.
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157 Brazilian Carrot Cake, German Chocolate, and Italian Art with B Santos
B Santos grew up in a tropical paradise with a lively, intellectual family. Her love of art took her to New York, then to Germany, where she wrote a thesis on the changing depictions of food in art during the Renaissance.
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156 Lessons from Cameroon with Agatha Achindu, Author of Bountiful Cooking
Author Agatha Achindu discusses how her upbringing by a Nigerian mother and Cameroonian mother gave her the foundation for health and wellness she now teaches others.
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155 Slavic Folk Tales & Childhood Memories in The Bone Roots with Gabriela Houston
An interview with Gabriela Houston about childhood memories of time with her grandparents in the Polish Lake District that hsaped her book, The Bone Roots.
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154 Savor! An Interactive Celebration of Sephardic Culture Through Food & Music
Honored to welcome two special guests to the podcast today: musician Sarah Aroeste and chef Susan Barocas. They share unique connections as Sephardic Jews with roots tracing back to a large, influential, and ancient Macedonian town. Sadly, during the Holocaust, nearly the entire population of…
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153 "We Were Raised on Love" with Auntie Mary
In the second episode with Auntie Mary, we hear about her 10 siblings - their individual personalities, challenges, and life together in Palestine and the United States. As immigrants to this country, they shared the burden of making a new life together - and a success for one was a success for all.
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152 Paradise in Palestine with Auntie Mary
Introduction Good morning! Today I'm introducing you to a new summer series with John's Aunt Mary, one of the people I most enjoy, appreciate, and admire in this world. John's Auntie Mary is like a living embodiment of the famous serenity prayer: "God grant me the serenity to accept the things I...
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