The Mad Chef Podcast

This week on The Mad Chef Podcast, Chef Brian gets back to the basics with cooking with Whole Grains and Beans with guests Bruce and Carla Crane. Bruce and Carla have been cooking with Whole Grains and Beans and are recognized as experts in their field with over 40 years of experience on how to get the most out of Whole Grains and Beans in your cooking.

This week on The Mad Chef Podcast, Chef Brian sits down with Pie Making expert JeriDee Burnett. We discover JeriDee's passion for making pies and she answers your questions on how to make a great pie. 

This week on The Mad Chef Podcast, Chef Brian sits down with brother and sister team and local business owners Gina and Alan Crane. We discuss their life in the bread making and teaching business and how eating whole wheat bread was just what they knew, and didn't know any better. Gina and Alan recount their family's life lessons and how they help prepare them for life as an adult. Each shares their insights on their upcoming class and how they will assist the attendees to make better bread.

The Mad Chef sits down with local artisan Candy makers Carla Crane and Tenill Foote. Carla shares her story of building her Business with her husband and the struggles they endured getting started. Carla and Tenill recount the good memories their family had making Easter Treats together. Each share their thoughts on International Women's Day and more.

This week on The Mad Chef Podcast, we visit with Emily Rawlings a local artisan who makes cheeses. Emily says that you can make cheese at one half the amount that you can purchase cheeses in the store and there is a world of better flavor as well. Emily shares her passion and why she became a self-taught artisan of cheese. We get a good rapid fire session in.

This week on The Mad Chef Podcast, we visit with Brett Borg co-owner of The Schmidt's Pastry Cottage in Salt Lake City, Utah. Brett says that there is a lot to producing a quality product consistently than what the average customer might think. Brett shares the values and life skills he has learned growing up in the bakery and how family and supporting local business has been a passion of his. We get a few rapid fire questions in as well. 

Chef Brian sits down with Salt Lake City resident and Home Chef Vini Joseph. Vini shares her immigration story to the United States. Vini shares her personal sacrifices and her hopes and dreams of opening her own restaurant and writing her own American dream for herself one day. Check out this episode, won't you?

Chef Brian sits down and talks through listener comments and questions.  Brian provides quick and easy steps to solving some common questions from how to store cheese, using honey in cooking, what to do with leftover wine and how to make a fancy balsamic glaze. Of course we share our featured recipe of a New Orleans classic BraBant Potatoes. We welcome your thoughts, tweets and comments on Twitter and Instagram @MarinateMeBaby **** Please leave a review on iTunes and Stitcher ****

Chef Brian became a grandfather while on his trip to Texas.  Brian shares his experiences, the joys of technology and how being 1,000 miles away how it brought the family together.  Brian shares his food experience in Texas, How to Find and Fix your Grill's Hot Spots, and of course he talks about Great Skirt Steak that is marinated in an Asian Style and Elote (Mexican Grilled Corn).   We welcome your thoughts, tweets and comments on Twitter and Instagram @MarinateMeBaby **** Please leave a review on iTunes and Stitcher ****

Brian is going to Texas again next week and the great city of Dallas.  We celebrate the beauty of our childhood memories of where we eat food, what hamburgers we like and how regionality play in our food preferences.  Dani shares her love of Whisky & Jameson.  We talk about a beautiful Mediterranean classic, a grilled Bronzini and the live remote on College Football game day.   We welcome your thoughts, tweets, and comments: @MarinateMeBaby, @BYUSportsCave, and @pitchedhalo13 **** Please leave a review on iTunes and Stitcher ****

As the sun sets on the horizon, we recognize that the days are getting shorter and the opportunity for grilling outdoors will soon come to a hasty close.  In tonight's episode we share some of the greatest tips and tricks on getting the most out of your grill, summer grilling tips and of  course we share a Zesty Jicama, Cilantro Lime Slaw Recipe, #PDR's and great cocktails from our resident mixologist!  Download us for your commute or a relaxing siesta on the patio!   We welcome your thoughts, tweets and comments: @MarinateMeBaby, @BYUSportsCave, and @tokenchick13 **** Please leave a review on iTunes and Stitcher ****

As American's we love to cook food outdoors.  Smoke, BBQ or Grill whatever your speed, it generally involves lots of meat and thick heavy sauces.  Join us for tonight's discussion on how to prepare flavor packed food using lighter touch.  Tonight's menu is designed to save you time, Punch the flavor into the food and give you a tasty way to wash it down via a #PDR or Cocktail from the refreshment bar.   We welcome your thoughts, tweets and comments: @MarinateMeBaby, @BYUSportsCave, and @tokenchick13 **** Please leave a review on iTunes and Stitcher ****

August and September means your garden is starting to show signs of life!  A whole host of tasty goodies are springing forth for you to enjoy!  Join us as we discuss and share our favorites recipes, #PDR's and Cocktails that feature these garden treasures!  So join us for the discussion on how to eat and drink seasonally on Eat & Drink It"   We welcome your thoughts, tweets and comments: @MarinateMeBaby, @BYUSportsCave, and @tokenchick13 **** Please leave a review on iTunes and Stitcher ****

Beef is king in Texas.  Brian was in Texas this last week and we discuss BBQ, Southern Hospitality and the influence of Sweet Tea to your bloodstream.  We also share tasty recipes that pair well with beef and beef products, and of course get some Cocktail recommendations that can quench a Texas sized Thirst from Danielle Edwards.  Join us as we explore "Beef, From Texas and Beyond!"   We welcome your thoughts, tweets and comments: @MarinateMeBaby, @BYUSportsCave, and @tokenchick13 **** Please leave a review on iTunes and Stitcher *****

Watermelon's are reaching maturity in our gardens.  In this episode we elaborate on the tasty, and thirst quenching ways you can utilize Watermelon's Gold!  From Fruit Leather to Watermelon themed Cocktails, and #PDR's we have a taste treat ready for your Summer's treat! We welcome your thoughts, tweets and comments: @MarinateMeBaby, @BYUSportsCave, and @tokenchick13 **** Please leave a review on iTunes and Stitcher ****

We sit down to chat about cooling off during Summer's Blistering Heat.  One of our most vivid memories is Ice Cream.  We discuss the kitchn.com's article on delectable Ice Creams and tasty trends.  We also talk some fantastic non-dairy versions - be sure to visit our website, so you don't miss out!  Brian joins Dani and Scott in recommending his own tasty beverage the "Watermelon Cucumber Sparkler".  Dani shares two cocktails of her own involving #Utah's Own #AppleBeer and features a #HiveWinery product called Honey Mead. We welcome your thoughts, tweets, and comments: @MarinateMeBaby, @BYUSportsCave, and @TokenChick13 **** Please leave a review on iTunes and Stitcher ****

We sit down and talk how America is changing changing from a Sugars to Sours and what food trends are shifting our perceptions about Sugar.  We also discuss snacks and how Millennials are shifting the trend on frequency and choice of snack. We share our Bourbon Bacon Jam recipe, and the versatility of such a condiment and of course we get two fantastic cocktails mixers. We welcome your thoughts, tweets and comments: @MarinateMeBaby, @BYUSportsCave, and @TokenChick13   **** Please leave a review on iTunes and Stitcher ****

Countless families seek a temporary reprieve from Summer's Heat.  It may be a trip to an amusement park, or a trip to the coast, or even catching a baseball game and eating a favorite, regional hot dog from their childhood.  We discuss the regional nature of hot dogs and walk through a few of the regional favorites from New  York to Hawaii.  We discuss a regional Hawaiian roadside treat Huli Huli Chicken and the various uses for our featured recipe.  #PDR joins us to share a Hawaiian taste treat.  Danielle Edwards reviews two cocktails a Blood & Sand and an Irish Redhead.  And of course, we bring our regular wit and sarcasm to the plate to wash it all down with.

Squatters Brewmaster Jason Stock is know for his love of brewing beer, however in this interview he shares more than just what he does for Squatters.  He shares his journey on how he came to love beer and how his family then and now played a part in his journey.  Danielle Edwards spotlights Squatters family of beers.  Brian shares his recipe for North Carolina BBQ Sauce for the 4th of July!

  This week, we speak about the Craft Beer scene in Los Angeles and Salt Lake City!  We feature LA's Beer Week and we discuss what local brewers are doing to help break down the barriers between brewer and patron.  We discuss Pyrex's birthday at 100! Danielle Edwards shares with us some additional activities going on in Salt Lake City.  Scott Duehlmeier shares with us his recommendations for this week and of course Danielle shares her review of a local brewery doing things right in Salt Lake! Portions of this podcast were recording on 06/23/2015

This week the theme is Punch.  Not the one you throw in a fight, but the one that you drink on summer vacation.  We discuss the great Utah Famous Fruit way, Great Shakes in a Small Town and local berries and Brian shares a great recipes for blackberry jam. We demystify where punches came from, what makes a great punch and Dani shares a few new cocktail recipes.  Plus, we get to talk to Scott from @ProperDrinkRun on his great punch based soda's.  

Brian & Dani chat about National Iced Tea Day, Vacations and Visiting the Coast.  We discuss the happiest Coastal towns in the USA.  We discuss delicious Coastal Cuisine, thirst quenching Cocktails and #PDR's

Brian & Dani discuss awkward family get togethers, we discuss 1940's food trends and seven lessons of manhood from the greatest generation.  Of course we share fantastic rub recipes, cocktails and remember D-Day and our Grandparents who served during the day of days.

Brian & Dani chat about Wedding Season, Wedding Foods, changes in the Fast Food Industry with GMO, delicious Recipes and tasty Cocktails. Check this weeks episode out!

Brian & Dani chat about Memorial Day memories, Recipes and Cocktails.  @ProperDrinkRun's Scott Duehlmeier for his #PDR recommendations weekly visit. Check this weeks episode out!

Brian & Dani chat Grilling, Kabob Recipes, Peach Bellini's and the 200 worst jobs in america.  Join Us for the discussion!

In Episode 25 Brian and Dani chat about Moms.  We chat about memories that our moms remember, we chat about thier favorite foods.  We never will forget to share great recipes, cocktails and fun!

Brian and Dani discuss Cinco de Mayo celebration recipes, cocktails for the big day.  We also talk with Scott for his weekly #PDR recommendation and give a shout out to a great broadcaster and foodie Steve Klauke from our local Minor League team the Salt Lake Bees!

Brian and Dani chat about Earth Day, The Burger King Wedding, 14 Fast Food employees say never to order, recipe development.  Scott from #PDR joins us for his weekly recommendation and Dani shares two cocktails from her cocktail kingdom!

It's Tax Day in America and Brian and Dani sit down to discuss the food industry and how our history may be an indication on how we face the future issues facing us.  Oh, and we share fantastic recipes, quenching cocktails and we discuss #PDR's!

Brian and Dani sit down to chat about Baseball's Opening Weekend and the tie that Ball Parks have with an Amazing Food and Drink Experience.  We also share great recipes, and cocktails!

Brian and Dani sit down to talk about fun and festive Easter activities for the kids, Eggs and Recipes, Cocktails for sure.  Scott from #PDR joins us as well.

Brian and Dani sit down to chat about the spring season is finally here and what better food to eat outside with family and friends than Carnitas or Slow Roasted Pork.  We discuss recipes, places to eat Carnitas and of course Scott joins us from San Diego, CA for his #PDR recommendations and Dani has some great cocktails to share!

Brian and Dani discuss comfort food, specifically pub food and establishments they personally recommend in Utah and beyond.  Scott Duehlmeier joins us for his weekly #PDR recomendation. Top 5 favorite places to eat and drink in with pub food in Salt Lake City, Utah Top 5 favorite pub foods Best Pub food by City as Rated by Yelp readers Los Angeles, CA San Francisco, CA San Diego, CA Las Vegas, NV Chicago, IL Dallas, TX Washington, DC (Metro Area) New York, NY Eat It:  Kimchi Read It: Craft Beer and Food Pairing Drink It: Barbacoa Mary Punch Buy It:  Dinah Washington "Is You Is or Is You ain't my Baby"

Brian and Dani chat about "Irish Cuisine" and the best Corned Beef Recipes, and cocktails so you can properly get your Irish On.  Plus, Scott joins us to share some PDR's and non-leaded libations.

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Brian and Dani discuss healthy and un-healthy fats, what are they and why does our body crave the healthy ones.  Your body and grandma are right.   We discuss where to Eat Great Food:   Eat It: Caputo's Deli Eat It: Creminelli Fine Meats Eat It: Rojo Grilled Pork Tenderloin   We have a drop in from Scott from @ProperDrinkRun and he recommends two classics that go with Italian Deli sandwiches.   We of course have our Drink It Section where Dani shares with us her great cocktail recipes:   Drink It: Jameson & Ginger Drink It:  Rob Roy

Cooking Styles - Brian and Dani jump into the studio to discuss how our cooking styles developed.  We discuss how these cooking styles were developed and ultimatly how they impact the website and what you see. We also ask you to share with us the answers to these questions: What is your cooking style? What are you are you good at cooking? Brian shares two fantastic food recipes: Make: Chili Con Carne (Texas Red) Make: Moist and Easy Cornbread Scott Deuhlmeier shares two #PDR's with us: Drink: Bawls Guarana Drink: Sioux City Birch Beer Dani shares with us two cocktails for National Margarita Day and Birthday Celebration Drink: The Skinny Margarita Drink: Happy Sedative Cocktail    

Brian and Dani sit down and talk about genealogy and how your families genealogy can impact the food you eat.  Even if you are not apart of that lineage.  We discuss the cooking style of Barbacoa and how Barbacoa can be your valentine! Scott Deuhlmeier drops in and shares his most recent vine, and makes two #PDR recomendations for everyone to enjoy this Valentines Weekend. Brian and Dani share delicisous food and cocktail recipes.

Brian and Dani get discuss why Americans are staying home to eat, the differences between Men and Women and how our kids are experiencing food.  Scott Duehlmeier joins us to discuss #PDR's how he got started with Byg Mellon drink in Japan to today's recommendation.  Dani finishes episode strong with her great cocktails!  Listen Today!

Brian and Dani sit down to talk about the Art of a Great Super Bowl party.  We of course bring you fantastic food and cocktail recipes!  Go New England Patriots!

Danielle Edwards and Brian Child explore the true cost of food via LATimes Reporter Richard Marosi's work.  Solutions to bring agriculture sustainable in your own yard.  We share recipes from food and cocktails and finish it off with the Gypsy Kings!

Brian and Dani sit down for this full episode to discuss the social aspect of dining with strangers, fantastic recipes and delicious adult soda's.  Please join us for this Episode of Eat & Drink It.

In true holiday regalia Brian, Dani and Brian's wife Cindy re-enact the Saturday Night Live skit "Schweddy Balls". We hope that we have done the original some justice.  It is an all time classic, and of course we do not compare our acting skills with that of the original classic.  We do it as a homage to a great Holiday Classic and hope you will have a little fun with us on the Journey.

Brian and Dani return to talk on the topic of breakfast foods.  Brian's wife Cindy makes a brief appearance on Eat and Drink It before their Son whisks her away to watch Chicago Fire on TV.  Brian and Dani continue their sojourn through the demise of a local breakfast establishment, tools that can help you make a more informed decision, and the local breakfast joints that you might want to try.  Join us for this episode of Eat and Drink It.

Brian and Dani return to discuss food obstacles, food textures, foods that Dani will eat, and foods that Dani won't eat.  Yes,  yes we also discuss Brian's food hang up's as well.  We discuss some tasty beverages, and Dani has a special one to honor her favorite television show signing off forever!  We have a load of fun in the process, check this episode of Eat and Drink it Out!

Brian and Dani return from the Thanksgiving break and discuss their visions of postcards and turkey.  We breakdown new things we ate our thanksgiving table.  We also discuss the next few weeks when Christmas Parties start to occur and we recount our religious and work parties.

Dani and Brian discuss the wonderful cranberry, and how it can help shift our holiday plates from the bland to the delicious.  Dani and Brian of course share their bountiful and delicious food and cocktail recipes.

In this week's epsidoe Dani and Brian explore food phobia's.  Fall Recipes and Introduce Dani's Cocktails in the Drink It Section.  

Dani and Brian get back in the studio and discuss the value of using the slow cooker, benefits of rubbing your meat and share some tasty slow cooker recipes.