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Gola: Italian Food & Beverage Culture

94 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 138 ratings

Gola is a podcast on Italian food & beverage & how it connects to history, culture & society. Listen as co-hosts Katie Parla--Rome-based journalist and cookbook author--and Danielle Callegari--professor of Italian at Dartmouth College--break down all your fave Italian bites. They'll take you along for the ride as they talk about buffalo mozzarella, 'nduja, nucillo (aka nocino) & more! Don't be scared if the subject of medieval witchcraft comes up. Go with it!

Contact Katie and Danielle at [email protected] or send some cash to help them keep up the pod!: https://www.patreon.com/golapod Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gola/support

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Episodes

Not Your Mamma's Pinot

November 06, 2020 16:57 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MB

Having a few extra glasses of wine this week? Well so were your two favorite golose! Listen to Katie and Danielle talk about a grape that only rarely gets its due--Pinot Grigio! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Pizza Re-release: Soggy Bottoms

October 23, 2020 11:00 - 31 minutes - 29.5 MB

By popular demand, to pair with the pizza trends episode that just dropped, the first conversation between Katie and Danielle on that Italian stallion, pizza!  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Pandemic Pizza Party!

October 09, 2020 11:00 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MB

It was only a matter of time before Katie and Danielle got back to talking about pizza! And when better than in the midst of our semi-sheltered-in-place lifestyles when pizza has gotten yet another new life. Listen to hear about the staid traditions, the latest trends, and maybe a little too much about limp tip... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Throwing Nightshade

September 25, 2020 11:00 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MB

Parmed, fried, sott'olio, or sott'aceto, Katie and Danielle take on melanzane in this week's episode of Gola!  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Tonnellate di tonno

September 10, 2020 11:00 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MB

Katie and Danielle return for the late summer, imagining they're on a beach in Sicily and talking tuna in all its many delicious forms! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Buon Ferragosto, a presto!

August 14, 2020 11:00 - 1 minute - 1.19 MB

Just a brief message from Katie and Danielle to let you know that new episodes are ON THE WAY!  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

The Acid Test

March 16, 2020 22:15 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MB

Just in time for the apocalypse, Katie and Danielle swoop in with a much needed episode about that rare and magnificent beast: REAL balsamic vinegar. Listen to hear Danielle wax poetic on her favorite medieval countess and Katie pronounce "balsamico" in her patented romanaccio.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Reheating our books

February 07, 2020 12:00 - 28 minutes - 21.9 MB

While Katie and Danielle are hard at work on some new episodes, listen to this fan favorite about cookbooks--the history, the mystery and the astounding confluence of eel-related imagery!  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Suspicious or Nutritious

January 24, 2020 20:12 - 39 minutes - 36 MB

This week Katie and Danielle tackle the complicated but delicious relationship between Italian cuisine and garlic--whether it's a guest at a humble banquet or wearing a business suit! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Live from New York: Gola at Alidoro!

January 10, 2020 12:00 - 46 minutes - 40.7 MB

To kick off the new year Katie and Danielle have a LIVE RECORDING of Gola at Alidoro Italian sandwich specialty shop in New York City! Listen to hear them talk panini and field questions from their live audience of golosi!  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

An Immaculate Conception

December 06, 2019 17:00 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MB

Just in time for the feast of the immacolata, Katie and Danielle have an episode dedicated to Christmas treats of all kinds!  Also big news!! Tickets are now on sale for their first ever live podcast recording at Alidoro in New York City on Saturday, December 21 from 4-6pm. Join Katie and Danielle for wine, sandwiches and a conversation about Italian food and culture! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Sweet, Salty or Smoky

November 22, 2019 12:00 - 34 minutes - 29.7 MB

Katie and Danielle tackle all kinds of prosciutto in the latest episode of Gola--listen to hear what it is, what makes it good, and why you should eat more of it! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

From Jersey to Roma

November 01, 2019 11:00 - 36 minutes - 31.1 MB

Tune in to Gola this week to hear Katie and Danielle talk about that most Italian of ingredients that's actually not very Italian at all--the tomato!  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Less Than Virgin: Olive Oil Re-release

October 18, 2019 11:12 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MB

We're reprising our olive oil episode today--which was our most popular yet even though it was released in the dead heat of August!--in tandem with the imposition of new EU tariffs that will affect the world markets for olive oil, cheese, wine and more. Listen to hear about the culture, history, and new challenges facing this ancient and iconic Italian product! And starting today you can also check us out on eatfarmnow.com! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Smashed and Sauced

October 06, 2019 17:37 - 28 minutes - 26.7 MB

In the latest episode of Gola Katie and Danielle talk about the ubiquitous and beloved pasta condiment, pesto! But if you think pesto is only green, guess again--listen to hear about all the kinds of smashed sauces that go by the name of pesto on the peninsula. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Flirting with Fizz

September 20, 2019 11:00 - 29 minutes - 26.5 MB

Prosecco is the world's favorite sparkling wine, but Katie and Danielle want to make sure you're getting the good stuff--listen to the latest episode of Gola to find out how to choose a bottle of Italian bubbles that won't disappoint! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Rain, Sleet, Snow or Gola

September 06, 2019 11:00 - 38 minutes - 40 MB

This week Katie and Danielle answer handle questions from their dedicated golosi--that's right, it's a mailbag episode! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

From Virgin Pressings to Contraception

August 16, 2019 11:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MB

The moment you've been waiting for! Katie and Danielle talk about olive oil, the quintessential Italian ingredient, covering everything that olive can (and can't) do. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Underpants and Cherries

August 02, 2019 07:47 - 31 minutes - 24.5 MB

While they're still in Rome together, Katie and Danielle take a trip to the local market to buy only the essentials: fruit, vegetables, underwear...listen to learn about the culture of market shopping in Italy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Cento di questi giorni

July 12, 2019 13:46 - 26 minutes - 22 MB

Gola and Negroni are both celebrating anniversaries! Katie and Danielle talk about the classic Italian cocktail and its ingredients, not without making sure to have one themselves. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

STILL Nuts for Nucillo: Nucillo Re-release

June 24, 2019 13:56 - 20 minutes - 19.8 MB

On this feast of San Giovanni Katie and Danielle return to the subject of their first ever Gola episode: the witchy walnut liquor made at this time every year in Italy!  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

STILL Nuts for Nucillo

June 24, 2019 13:56 - 20 minutes - 19.8 MB

On this feast of San Giovanni Katie and Danielle return to the subject of their first ever Gola episode: the witchy walnut liquor made at this time every year in Italy!  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Croccante Totale

June 14, 2019 09:15 - 31 minutes - 29.6 MB

It's getting hot and we're in the mood for something cold--your favorite gluttons talk gelato this week! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Nutella Nightmares

June 07, 2019 11:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MB

This week Katie and Danielle discuss the hazelnut and its most famous Italian child: Nutella! You'll also hear our new "sigla" provided by Randy Schwartz (one half of the brilliant El Duo, check them out!: https://theelduo.com/). --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

No one ever listens to us

May 31, 2019 11:00 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MB

Katie and Danielle jump back into talking about Italian food with a conversation about how they became passionate about Italian food in the first place!  Warning for sensitive ears: while we love to talk about all things Italian, we also love to curse like Irish dockworkers, and there's some profanity that has not been removed from this episode. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Soggy Bottoms

April 01, 2019 11:00 - 31 minutes - 29.6 MB

This week Katie and Danielle finally talk about the apex of Italian cuisine: pizza! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Coppertone Ladies

March 08, 2019 15:58 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MB

With International Women's Day upon them Katie and Danielle dedicate this week's episode of Gola to a conversation about women and food in Italy!  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

A Quick Fast

March 01, 2019 21:54 - 29 minutes - 27.6 MB

Just in time for Carnevale and the upcoming Lenten season, Katie and Danielle do a quick overview of the foods Italian eat while they're not supposed to be eating! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Unsavory Business

February 22, 2019 12:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MB

Listen this week to hear the first of many episodes on the intersection between organized crime and food systems: the unfortunate truth about the mafias of Italy and its food. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Cooking Our Books

February 01, 2019 12:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MB

Learn about Italian cookbooks old and new this week with your favorite gluttonous duo! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Beyond the Bistecca

January 25, 2019 12:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

After one whole week thinking about vegetables your favorite gluttonous duo is back to talking about the best known meat in Italy: bistecca alla fiorentina! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Vegetable Medley

January 18, 2019 12:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MB

For the first episode of the new year Katie and Danielle talk vegetarianism, veganism and vegetable-focused diets in Italy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Worth its Weight in Gold

December 14, 2018 15:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MB

This week listen to your favorite gluttonous duo talk about delicious, rich Italian holiday breads: pandoro, panettone, panforte, and more! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Let it Glow

December 02, 2018 20:00 - 24 minutes - 23 MB

Hungry for some holiday treats? Listen to your favorite gluttonous duo talk Italian-Jewish cuisine just in time for the first night of Hanukkah! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Better than Cherry Coke

November 16, 2018 12:00 - 25 minutes - 23.9 MB

This week hear Katie and Danielle talk about their favorite underrated Italian sparkling wine that looks like cherry coke but tastes better and comes with a double dose of history: Lambrusco! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Aperitivando

November 02, 2018 11:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MB

Thirsty for more Gola? This week Katie and Danielle talk aperitivo and where and when the now ubiquitous spritz arrived on the scene! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Juicy Anchovies

October 19, 2018 05:44 - 27 minutes - 25.7 MB

This week listen to your favorite gluttonous duo talk about Italy's love affair with small fish and the weird liquids they can make! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Sunlight, Held Together by Water

October 12, 2018 11:00 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MB

This week your favorite gluttonous duo wanders through the world of Italian wine, getting our feet wet for many future episodes on vino and veritas! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Pasta Crusaders

October 05, 2018 14:04 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MB

The first of many episodes where the Gola team will explore pasta--starting with what makes it delicious and what makes it Italian! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Properly Caffeinated

September 21, 2018 12:00 - 31 minutes - 29.4 MB

This week listen to your new favorite Italian food obsessed duo talk about coffee in pre- and post-Starbucks Italy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

White Gold

August 28, 2018 17:55 - 19 minutes - 9.8 MB

In our latest episode we talk about Italy's 'oro bianco' (white gold): mozzarella di bufala! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

'Nduja Is So Hot Right Now

August 14, 2018 15:30 - 20 minutes - 21.6 MB

In our second episode we get spicy with spreadable Calabrian salame. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Nuts for Nucillo

August 14, 2018 15:28 - 16 minutes - 17.2 MB

Katie and Danielle talk about the weird witchy walnut liquor "nocino," known as "nucillo" in dialect. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support

Get ready for Gola!

August 14, 2018 15:18 - 2 minutes - 2.57 MB

A quick introduction to our podcast about Italian food, and all the history and culture that comes with it! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gola/support