On today’s Smorgasbord episode I check in with Tejal Rao of the New York Times on her new Veggie newsletter project, share some S’mores Blossom Cookies, talk about sourcing spices, and more!
Time Stamps:
3:35 – Conversation with Tejal Rao | The Veggie Newsletter
18:41 – S’mores Blossom Cookies with Take Me to Your Reader (Eater)
25:45 – The Yaka Mein Lady | Tip of the Tongue
27:20 – The Whole Sleuth
28:35 – Spice Conversation
Mentioned in this Episode
Interested in signing up for The Veggie so you can get weekly vegetarian recipes right to your inbox? Go here! You can also find Tejal’s recipes at the New York Times, or follow her on Twitter and Instagram.
Tejal mentioned the “All Asian Cookbook” by Jacki Passmore. It looks like it is out of print, but you can dig up a copy or two from Amazon, and your local independent booksellers may be able to grab a copy.
I was on the Take Me To Your Reader podcast to do a fun crossover, aptly named “Take Me To Your Eater.” We did a cookie recipe challenge with S’mores Blossom Cookies. Listen to the episode and grab the recipes here!
My new favorite kitchen tool: The Sondiko Butane Torch! Yes, the flames are as hot as lava.
Are you familiar with a dish called Yaka Mein? Chef Linda Green talks about the history of this New Orleans favorite with the interesting nickname of “Old Sober” on Tip of the Tongue.
Hankering for some mystery? Check out the new podcast that my wife launched called The Whole Sleuth, where she interviews cozy mystery authors.
Eater had an interesting article on the spice industry: Meet Five Spice Company Founders Demystifying the Industry.
Of course, The Spice House and Penzeys remain retail spice favorites. Spice Jungle is interesting–you can buy a Worcestershire Sauce powder!
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