This Week for Dinner

Episodes

1. 20

   Plant-Based Eating Hack #2: Host a Milk Tasting Party (Ep. 54)

   In episode #54 of the This Week for Dinner podcast, Jane shares her second plant-based eating hack of 2019: host a milk tasting party! If you’re looking to reduce your carbon footprint with the food you eat, going with a plant-based milk alternative is a good step. Hosting a tasting with friends...

   Apr 26, 2019

   10m
2. 19

   Meagan Francis, Co-Host of The Mom Hour Podcast, Talks Motherhood, Food and Her Most Versatile Recipe (Ep. 53)

   In this episode of This Week for Dinner, Jane talks with Meagan Francis, co-host of the podcast The Mom Hour. Megan and Jane talk about the evolution of motherhood and careers for women, food values, cooking tips and of course Meagan’s favorite recipe, one that is a true multi-tasker perfect for...

   Apr 12, 2019

   1h 05m
3. 18

   The Benefits of Food Routines (Ep. 52)

   In episode #52 of the This Week for Dinner podcast, Jane talks about adding routine to how you eat. There are benefits to eating the same thing all the time, and it doesn’t have to be boring! Jane talks about how routine has helped improve her own diet and the benefits of food routines.

   Mar 22, 2019

   19m
4. 17

   Megan O’Rourke, Sustainable Agriculture Professor at Virginia Tech, Shares Her Thoughts on Organic Farming (Ep. 51)

   In this episode of This Week for Dinner, Jane talks with Megan O’Rourke, a professor of sustainable agriculture at Virginia Tech. They discuss the current state of organic farming (and why Megan doesn’t buy organic products), bees, and more!

   Mar 16, 2019

   42m
5. 16

   Awesome Avocado Tips You Need In Your Life (Ep. 50)

   This episode features Jane’s favorite avocado tips, from the best way to check an avocado for ripeness, what to do once it is ripe, how to store it, and how not to cut off your hand when taking out the pit. If you use avocados, these tips are gamechangers.

   Mar 9, 2019

   14m
6. 15

   Entrepreneur and Children’s Book Author Rana D’Orio Shares Her Entrepreneurial Career Path, Her Latest Book and Italian Food (Ep. 49)

   Jane interviews author Rana DiOrio and talks about her new book “What Does It Mean to Be American.” Rana also shared her favorite recipe (it’s Italian just like Rana!) and her best kitchen tip. In addition Jane shares this year’s first plant-based eating hack.

   Mar 1, 2019

   43m
7. 14

   Plant-Based Eating Goals and the Carbon Costs of Different Diets (Ep. 48)

   Today marks the start of Season 3 of the This Week for Dinner podcast. In this episode Jane introduces the 2019 “Eat Well, Heal the Planet” new year’s resolution at This Week for Dinner, which is a focus on more plant-based eating.

   Feb 23, 2019

   12m
8. 13

   Minimalism Expert Courtney Carver Discusses Her Path to Minimalist Living and Food (Ep. 47)

   Courtney writes and speaks about how to simplify life and work and is known for Project 333, a minimalist fashion challenge. She also appears in the documentary Minimalism on Netflix. Courtney talks about minimalist living and shares a favorite recipe and a really actionable, awesome kitchen tip.

   Jan 13, 2017

   32m
9. 12

   This Week for Dinner Podcast #46: Nicole Blades and Her Caribbean Coconut Sweet Bread Recipe

   The This Week for Dinner podcast is back! Kicking off the new season is an interview with author Nicole Blades, who's novel "The Thunder Beneath Us" published October 2016. Jane and NIcole discuss vegetarianism, the virtues and vices of modern communication, ancestral DNA testing and, of course,...

   Nov 4, 2016

   1h 04m
10. 11

    Writer Asha Dornfest Talks Parent Hacks, Priorities, Recipes and More (Ep. 45)

    Today Jane shares a handy baking tip along with her family’s favorite whoopie pie recipe (New England style, of course!). Afterwards Jane chats with writer Asha Dornfest about all kinds of stuff, including Asha’s favorite foods and tips.

    Jun 30, 2016

    55m
11. 10

    Award-Winning Food Writer, Author and Yogurt Expert Cheryl Sternman Rule (Ep. 44)

    Today on the podcast Jane shares her favorite pasta cooking tip along with a tasty pasta recipe. Afterwards Jane talks with award-winning food writer and cookbook author Cheryl Sternman Rule. Cheryl’s most recent book “Yogurt Culture” is all about…you guessed it…yogurt! Cheryl shares all kinds of...

    May 26, 2016

    40m
12. 9

    Chef and Food Network Star Winner Justin Warner Shares Experiences Around Owning a Restaurant as well as Recipes and Kitchen Tips (Ep. 43)

    Jane talks with Chef Justin Warner, cookbook author and winner of Food Network Star Season 8, who shares his favorite recipes and a fantastic tip that will get your kitchen and fridge super organized. Jane also shares her favorite way to cook popcorn!

    May 19, 2016

    32m
13. 8

    Photographer Ahna Tessler Talks Motherhood and Food Memories (Ep. 42)

    Jane shares one of her most favorite kitchen tips that makes cutting brownies a breeze. Afterwards she talks with with comedian-turned-photographer Ahna Tessler. Ahna recently published the "Motherhood in Focus" photography project, which celebrates single mothers. Ahna talks about the process of...

    May 12, 2016

    39m
14. 7

    Dawn Jackson Blatner, Registered Dietician and Author, Discusses Flexitarian Eating, Recipes Galore and More (Ep. 41)

    This week Jane chats with Dawn Jackson Blatner, RDN, winner of ABC’s “My Diet is Better Than Yours” and dietician extraordinaire. Dawn shares great tips and tricks for healthy eating, tons of recipes and Jane scoops on awesome homemade carnitas.

    May 6, 2016

    1h 03m
15. 6

    Today’s Mama CEO Rachael Herrscher talks Atul Gawande, Healthful Eating, and Kitchen Tips & Recipes (Ep. 40)

    Jane chats with Rachael Herrscher, CEO of Today’s Mama. Jane & Rachael discuss all things Atul Gawande, Rachael’s journey to healthful eating, some of Rachael’s favorite recipes and kitchen tips, and more. Plus, a great tip for tacos from Jane!

    Apr 26, 2016

    55m
16. 5

    Recipe and a Tip: Jane’s Last Meal + The Magic of Toaster Ovens

    In this "Recipe & a Tip" episode, Jane shares her most favorite, most reliable, all-time-best chocolate chip cookie recipe as well as the one kitchen appliance she couldn’t live without.

    Apr 14, 2016

    5m
17. 4

    Food Photographer Helene Dujardin Shares Her Experiences with Diet and Meniere’s Disease + Her Favorite Foods (Ep. 38)

    Today’s interview is with Helene Dujardin, professional food photographer and food writer. Helene shares about her food and photography inspiration, managing Meniere’s disease with food, as well as tons of wonderful recipes and kitchen tips!

    Apr 11, 2016

    48m
18. 3

    This Week for Dinner Podcast #37: Thursday Recipe & a Tip – Chocolate!

    Today’s Thursday Recipe & a Tip is all about chocolate. I share the secret ingredient to making chocolate extra rich and flavorful in recipes as well as one of my most favorite chocolate recipes. EVER.

    Mar 31, 2016

    11m
19. 2

    This Week for Dinner Podcast #36: Catherine McCord

    This week’s interview is with Catherine McCord, author of the blog and books “Weelicious” and founder of the organic, family-friendly meal delivery service One Potato. Catherine shares a favorite breakfast recipe and a great kitchen tip for busy folk who still care about cooking.

    Mar 28, 2016

    19m
20. 1

    This Week for Dinner Podcast #35: Thursday Recipe & a Tip!

    In this Thursday’s “Recipe & a Tip” show, Jane shares one of her most favorite slow cooker recipes, one that is not only easy but especially delicious, along with a tip for getting out aggression while simultaneously making tender chicken.

    Mar 17, 2016

    6m