You Won't Believe What I Ate Last Night
197 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 40 ratingsJoin Rick and Kate’s conversation about the endless challenge of getting and staying healthy in a tasty world. Topics range from comfort food, to healthy recipes, to advice on navigating social eating, to using mediation and other tools to get back on track. Come have a healthy laugh with us!
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All Paired Up: Matching food with wine and liquor
May 16, 2022 00:00 - 37 minutes - 21.4 MB(S7 E10) Kate and Rick break down the basics of wine and food parings in a way that is accessible and fun. Paring the right drink with the right food allows you to enhance your eating experience as well as the overall impact on your senses. What are the types of pairings? Which tastes are important? What is the science behind pairings? Rick and Kate have it covered! Pairings involve some subjectivity along with specific guidelines, so learn a few tips on the easiest way to begin refining your...
Fruits of our labor: All about the sweetest produce
May 01, 2022 11:28 - 51 minutes - 29.4 MB(S7 E9) Did you eat your fresh fruits as kid? Do you now? Kate and Rick talk about the health pros and cons of fruit, the role it played in their diet when they were younger and also as adults, and how they love to use it. How do we determine which fruits are good for us and which aren't? What fruits make the "dirty dozen” and "clean fifteen" pesticide lists for 2022? Also, what’s the skinny on that pesky glycemic issue? Not to worry, they have it covered. YWBWIA’s producer Janice stumbles ...
Menopause and Food: Kate and Rick interview Dr. Anna Cabeca, The Girlfriend Doctor
April 15, 2022 11:30 - 41 minutes - 23.7 MB(S7 E8) “The Girlfriend Doctor” and author of the new book MenuPause is in the house to chat about menopause, perimenopause, and the role that food plays in the process. Rick and Kate interview Dr. Anna Cabeca, a triple board-certified OB-GYN with a specialty in hormones in relation to women’s health. (Listen up men, and father of future men, don’t click away! There is advice about ways to support the women in your life whether it's your wife, mother, sister, or podcast partner). Dr. Cabeca ...
Flash In The Pan: Shrinkflation, rebranding cup noodles, and a new marshmallow drink
April 01, 2022 19:06 - 38 minutes - 21.8 MB(S7 E7) Kate and Rick bring you the breaking food news and trends you will want to keep your eyes on. What exactly is shrinkflation and what do you need to be on the lookout for? What shenanigans is Chipotle up to with your chips? And a new flavor of vodka is about to hit the market that seems very fishy. Also, hear what an Italian bakery is doing to support refugees from Ukraine, and the latest study on the health benefits of coffee. Also up for discussion is a quinoa pizza crust and a pork...
Peanut Butter: Uses beyond eating it by the spoonful
March 15, 2022 18:19 - 41 minutes - 23.8 MB(S7 E6) Just admit it – there is nothing that a scoop of peanut butter straight from the jar to your mouth can’t solve! Kate and Rick know this, as they have tested this theory numerous times. Whether it’s slathered on a piece of bread or dropped into an Asian curry, there is no contesting the power of the butter from the nut. They have their favorite ways to use peanut butter along with a fascinating list of fun facts about peanuts. Also, how do peanuts grow? What is your preferred brand? A...
Food Storage: Eat it, Freeze it, or Throw it Away
March 01, 2022 22:50 - 53 minutes - 30.8 MB(S7 E5) Kate and Rick HATE wasting food! They really, really, hate it. Then a long-time listener requested an episode about leftover management and freezing tips, so voilà! Ask and you shall receive, people! Preventing food waste starts from the minute you enter the grocery store, and Rick and Kate guide you through the shopping experience, then to bringing your groceries home and storing them for best results, and they bring it home with how to store (and freeze) all the fabulous food you w...
Indian Fare: Flavors, Recipes, and Tips
February 15, 2022 20:50 - 50 minutes - 28.8 MB(S7 E4) Indian food is everywhere! You can find it in every corner of the world as well as your hometown. One of Rick and Kate’s favorite ways to stay healthy, they are very excited to break down the flavors and terminology of this flavorful and nourishing cuisine. If you are a novice at Indian cooking, you’re covered. A pro? Some new tips await you. You’ll find out what spices you need, what all these Indian food and cooking terms mean, and you’ll get great suggestions for recipes and blogs ...
2022 Trends: Lab Grown Meat and Reducetarianism???
February 02, 2022 21:19 - 32 minutes - 18.4 MB(S7 E3) Kate and Rick have combed through dozens of trend reports, interviews with company executives, and global market research articles to being you the most exciting (and odd) food trends expected in 2022. Will you be a reducetarian? How will nostalgia and kindness fill the eating landscape? And exactly what role will kelp play? Decreased freedom to travel abroad will apparently play a big part in our food choices, and edible dinnerware might appear at your table. Oh, and there is also t...
What We Ate Over the Holidays: Tasty and Healthy (mostly)
January 16, 2022 04:54 - 50 minutes - 29 MB(S2 E2) Welcome to the new year, and to SEASON SEVEN of You Won’t Believe What I Ate Last Night! This is Kate and Rick's podcast about how to stay healthy in a tasty world. They start season 7 by chatting about the tasty food made, bought, and consumed over the holiday season. Sugar alert: it begins with a bunch of tasty homemade tasty ice cream suggestions. Vegetable broth cooked two different ways, an outrageous steak and mashed potato recipe, and nostalgic homemade gravy are among the m...
Flash in the Pan: Tasty Morsels of Food Related News
December 01, 2021 04:09 - 35 minutes - 20.5 MB(S6 EP22) What’s hot and what’s not? Kate and Rick have the latest in food-related tidbits to keep you on top of the news. Wendy’s is giving a makeover to their top menu item, and Nando’s Peri-Peri is going through some challenges abroad. Rick and Kate know you have been waiting for the follow-up on the Subway tuna salad scandal, and they have it for you. Your favorite flavored Pop-Tart is being dragged into a lawsuit, a robot may be delivering your next pizza order, and the Girl Scouts are ...
Souped Up: Rick and Kate dish about their faves
November 16, 2021 04:28 - 54 minutes - 31.1 MB(S6 EP21)Fall soup season is under way and Kate and Rick are soupy-excited to settle in to this cozy time of year which requires blankets, candles, and these fabulous ideas for warm and tasty soups. From tried and true favorites to new hopefuls they are excited to test this soup season, lots of ideas are headed your way. Are there really any health benefits of soup? Is there a difference between broth and stock? And amazing broth options to keep on hand for a satisfying, quick meal. Also on ...
Going Big with Microgreens: An interview with Natalie Paterson
November 01, 2021 18:30 - 46 minutes - 26.5 MB(S6 EP20) Microgreens are teeny, leafy greens that pack a big nutritional punch. Since they first appeared in restaurants on the West coast in 1990, they have had a reputation of being a fancy garnish on a small entree at an upscale restaurant. But no more. Today there are over 25 different varieties of microgreens waiting to flavor up your meals. Arugula! Broccoli! Watercress! Kale! Kate and Rick talk to Natalie Paterson, co-founder of ingarden, about the power of microgreens, why you shoul...
Pumpkin Spice: Here, There, Everywhere
October 15, 2021 11:00 - 29 minutes - 16.6 MB(S6 EP19) Rick and Kate heard a rumor that it’s that time of the year already -- pumpkin spice time! What is it about this wildly popular flavor mixture that finds its way into every facet of our food lives during the autumnal season? What’s in it? Where did it come from? And is anyone to blame for the mass marketing of this spice?! YWBWIALN’s producer Janice stops by with a quiz for Kate. Also up for discussion is a tasty meal inspired by a trip to the farmer’s market, and a broccoli dish...
Put an Egg on it: versatile and flavorful
October 01, 2021 11:00 - 47 minutes - 27.2 MB(S6 EP18) Why are eggs so wonderful? Come find out as Rick and Kate talk about one of their favorite foods. From their versatility to their health benefits, they are an amazing resource. Since perhaps the dawn of time, eggs have been a valuable food source that have sustained us while providing tons of flavor. How do you shop for them? How do you store them? How do you use them? Kate and Rick have the answers. Also, Kate works with leftovers to create a delightful meal, and Rick makes a tas...
Cast Iron: Strong, Popular, Worth It?
September 15, 2021 11:00 - 39 minutes - 22.3 MB(S6 EP17) Cast iron is wildly popular and versatile, but how do you season it, maintain it, clean it, and prevent it from rusting? These are the many questions facing Rick and Kate as they talk about this cooking staple. It retains heat wonderfully, and is another way to create flavor, but is it worth the effort? Sure, the first known use of cast iron cookware dates back to the Han Dynasty in China, around 220 A.D., but it has managed to hold up next to modern cookware, including Kate’s favo...
Gaido’s World Famous Pecan Pie: A Taste of Galveston with Ana Ortiz-Monasterio Draa
September 01, 2021 21:19 - 43 minutes - 24.7 MB(S6 EP16) Get ready for a review of perhaps the tastiest pecan pie ever. Kate and Rick are joined by actor Ana Ortiz-Monasterio Draa, a certified Galveston, Texas Tourism Ambassador who brought us the world famous Gaido’s pecan pie to taste. Pecan pie may reign supreme on your table during the holiday season, but this version of the American-born dessert gives us a strong reason to break from tradition and enjoy immediately. This pie comes from Galveston, an island city off the Gulf Coast of...
Flash In The Pan: Hot Topics Renamed
August 15, 2021 20:42 - 40 minutes - 22.9 MB(S6 EP15) Hot Topics is back and under a new moniker. "Flash in the Pan" now covers all the funny, fascinating, and wonderfully bizarre food news and trends Kate and Rick love. In this episode, find out a way office workers in France are now able to dine that won't get them arrested, and an interesting hack for your unripe avocado. Do you know that 3D printed food is now a thing? Yes, you heard that right. 3D printed food. And, how far would you go for free burgers for year? Also, a tasty pa...
Dip-Tastic: Creamy, veggie, beany, fishy
August 01, 2021 11:00 - 42 minutes - 24.2 MB(S6 EP14) Kate and Rick's favorite dips are on the table, and boy is this table bountiful! Discussing dips that range from beans to seafood to cheese to veggies, they have a lot of flavors on the mind. Dips can make excellent spreads, snacks, meals, or party fare. Rick and Kate have assembled a long list of easy-to-make dips with wonderfully varied flavor profiles, ranging from light and healthy to decadent and filling. Also, store bought suggestions from a grocery store chain, and examples ...
Healthy(er) Comfort Foods: Delicious Compromise
July 15, 2021 11:00 - 44 minutes - 25.7 MB(S6 EP13) When you seek comfort foods, it’s hard to eat healthy and clean 100% of the time. Also, eating foods you crave that may be considered unhealthy isn’t sustainable either. So, how do we find the sweet spot in between? It’s time to think about healthy(er) comfort foods. In this episode, Kate and Rick share some options that can bring you comfort, keep it healthier, and land in between these two options. What can cauliflower replace? What is the role of starches and cheese? How do we r...
Pizza Pizzaz: It's a Toss Up
July 01, 2021 11:00 - 38 minutes - 22.3 MB(S6 EP12)Do you like it thin? Thick? Or stuffed? One of the most popular foods, delivered to the American menu by immigrants, makes it to the podcast this episode. Kate and Rick definitely have their opinions on what makes a great pizza. Discover the meaning behind the name for one of the most popular pizzas on menus everywhere, and what Detroit-style pizza actually is. From a homemade cast iron pizza to healthier crust options, along with tasty topping combinations, Rick and Kate dish deepl...
Taco Time: Containers, Fillings, Toppings
June 15, 2021 11:00 - 35 minutes - 20.2 MB(S6 EP11) Americans eat 4.5 billion tacos every year, they are great for breakfast, lunch or dinner, and show up on bar menus and fine dining restaurants. One of the most popular handheld street foods gets a breakdown and build up from Rick and Kate. The deceptively simple food can be more complex than you might imagine. To help you live your best taco life, Kate and Rick cover fillings, toppings, and the combinations that can help lead to tastier and healthier habits. Meat? Check. Veggies? ...
Burger Bash: Meat, Fish, and Veggie Style
May 15, 2021 11:00 - 46 minutes - 26.6 MB(S6 EP9) It's summer and that means one thing! Burger time! (Okay, who are we kidding, we know these are a year-round treat). Kate and Rick talk you through some great ideas for making yourself some homemade burgers. Whether you are a carnivore, vegetarian, or pescatarian they have tips and ideas that will make your burgers special. What spices work best with a protein or vegetable? What binder is the best glue to hold your veggie burgers together? How do you make a turkey or chicken burger...
Dressing Up: Kate and Rick Dish About Salads
May 02, 2021 19:46 - 42 minutes - 24.2 MB(S6 EP8) Summer is approaching and the call of salad grows stronger. What are the ingredients you really love that will encourage you to eat more greens? A good seasoning? A tasty vinaigrette? Rick and Kate have some suggestions that will help jumpstart, or deepen, your salad habit.The definition of salad has changed over the years, so staying clear on what a healthy salad is remains important. Bonus tips about how to avoid hidden calories while maintaining a great flavor profile. Also up fo...
Hot Topics VIII: Cauliflower Peeps and a Stolen Dorito Truck
April 15, 2021 23:58 - 44 minutes - 25.5 MB(S6 EP7) It’s time for some of the hottest (and funniest) breaking food news. When it comes to home cooking and home drink mixing during COVID-19, are you still going strong or are you feeling exhausted? Kate and Rick have some fun facts about where you might fall (and a few new titles you might want to start using around the house). A fast food chain has been busy with some new options to help get you through you day, and you might be surprised by the bougie touch. Are eggs good or bad fo...
The Wonder of Herbs: Flavor, Ease and Organic Gardening
April 01, 2021 15:46 - 41 minutes - 24 MB(S6 EP6) Herbs can be one of the best ways to add flavor to any dish. Rick and Kate talk about their favorite herbs, how to use them, and how they can help you stay healthy in a tasty world. Also, Jackie Beyer, from The Green Organic Garden Podcast, stops by to talk about growing herbs and composting. If you ever thought about composting — even in an apartment — Jackie has some simple suggestions for how to start. In their What I Ate section, Kate and Rick share a surprisingly easy single se...
Reset Time is Up: Kate and Rick's Month-Long Cleanse, Part Two
March 16, 2021 14:58 - 46 minutes - 26.6 MB(S6 EP5) Rick and Kate have completed their 4-week cleanse/reset and are excited to share their results. Did either of them get an energy boost? Did either of them gain control of their cravings? Was there improved digestive health? How about improved mental and emotional health? These are all benefits of engaging in a cleanse/reset, so tune in to see what happened for them. You'll also hear about foods, recipes, and strategies they used to stay on the wagon. And Brussels sprout latkes and a...
Hot Topics VII: New Products, Sad Endings, and 2021 Trends
March 01, 2021 12:00 - 33 minutes - 19 MB(S6 EP4) It’s getting steamy in here... Hot Topics VII is full of fun facts! Have you ever heard of a ghost kitchen? Well, no worries! Kate and Rick are on it. Find out the updates on meal kits and the sad news about Godiva. Hey! What’s that smell? Kate and Rick know. You may be surprised to find out you could be manipulated into tipping more by a simple color scheme. Rick and Kate also share new developments in pizza, soda, and plant-based foods. Anyone have $35,000 to spend on a robot? A...
Time to Reset: Kate and Rick's Month-Long Cleanse, Part One
February 16, 2021 16:20 - 34 minutes - 19.6 MB(S6 EP3) Rick and Kate are embarking on a 4-week cleanse/reset - wish them luck! Have you ever done a cleanse or a reset before? Kate and Rick share their past experiences, as well as the choices they are making right now to stay healthy in a tasty world. Join them as they talk about the purpose of a cleanse, the resetting of habits, the value of intermittent fasting, how to navigate the world of moderation once the rules of the cleanse are lifted, and how to continue to find ways to enjoy p...
Beans, Lentils, and Peas: Taking the Pulse of Legumes
February 01, 2021 18:40 - 51 minutes - 29.4 MB(S6 EP2) What are legumes and pulses, and what is the difference between them? Kate and Rick still may not know after this episode. What they do know is that these foods have an impressive nutritional profile and are one of the best plant-based sources of protein. Yes they are high in carbs and calories, but they are also a fiber-rich, versatile versatile food source that can create many tasty meals. Kate and Rick offer their ideas on how to use legumes in a variety of ways and in tasty comb...
Ringing in 2021: What We Ate Over the Holidays
January 16, 2021 02:04 - 37 minutes - 21.5 MB(S6 EP1) Season 6 of You Won’t Believe What I Ate Last Night is off to a healthy start. Kate and Rick share the meals they had over the holiday and how they worked to stay healthy in a tasty holiday world. From a braised dish to an Indian snack, a classic roast to a Maryland tradition, there is lots of flavor. Amchur and jaggery -- that’s right, you heard correctly -- are up for discussion, plus lots tips and techniques for healthy eating. . . . . . You Won’t Believe What I Ate L...
Trader Joe’s Tips, Part Two: We Share Our TJ Faves
December 01, 2020 13:44 - 33 minutes - 19.3 MBKate and Rick continue with their favorite Trader Joe’s items in Part Two of Trader Joe’s Tips. Pick up some tips from these unofficial experts, who have tried so much of the TJ's stock. They cover frozen foods, dairy items, sweets, and snack sections. You'll also hear how they made tasty egg drop soup and a coconut peanut quinoa bake! . . . . . You Won’t Believe What I Ate Last Night is the ongoing conversation by Kate DeVore and Rick Fiori about their endeavor to be and stay h...
Thanksgiving Gatherings: Big, Medium, and Solo
November 15, 2020 22:03 - 36 minutes - 83.2 MBHow will you be celebrating Thanksgiving this year? Thanksgiving is the first of the major (indoor) holidays to be celebrated during the coronavirus pandemic, and it may look a bit different this year. Is your celebrations going to be traditional, modified, or solo? Whatever it is, Kate and Rick have some great ideas about how you can fill the day with fun food and gratitude. From buffet tips to healthier food substitutions to care-taking for your extended family, Rick and Kate have lots of ...
Trader Joe's Tips, Part One: We Share Our TJ's Faves!
November 01, 2020 21:35 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBHave you ever heard of a tiny, relatively unknown, highly specialized food chain called Trader John’s -- no, that’s not it. Trader Jane’s! Yes! That’s it --wait, no it’s not. Joe’s! Trader Joe’s! That’s it! Kate and Rick take you through their favorite items, and talk about what makes Trader Joe’s an exceptional choice for your shopping needs (and no, Trader Joe’s did not sponsor this episode, but we're batting our eyes at them!). You’ll get tips about things you may have overlooked, and gre...
Sweeteners: Natural, Artificial, and Tasty
October 15, 2020 21:30 - 35 minutes - 24 MBHow sweet are you? Are you a fan of Diet Coke? Is honey your thing? If you can recall TAB this might be the discussion for you. Sweeteners provide the taste we may crave, but how healthy are they? If it’s natural or artificial, will it make a difference in your health? Kate and Rick talk about what they use and don’t use, and RDN and friend of the podcast Vicki Shanta-Retelny drops by to give us the official skinny on sweeteners. Also, a bucatini with classic flavors and mushroom nut loaf a...
Meat Substitutes: Are You Tempeh-d By Seitan?
October 01, 2020 22:55 - 34 minutes - 27.6 MBDo you eat meat? Would you like to eat less in order to stay healthy in a tasty world? Rick and Kate break down the meat substitutes that over 79 million people used in 2019. Meat substitutes are no longer just for vegetarians and the butt of jokes for carnivores. They are one of the fastest growing segments of the food industry, enticing meat eaters that want replacements that smell and taste like real meat. Rick and Kate break down the difference between tofu, seitan, and tempeh - and don’...
Tiny Leaps, Big Changes: Rick and Kate Chat with Gregg Clunis
September 15, 2020 20:00 - 36 minutes - 82.5 MBGregg Clunis from the Tiny Leaps, Big Changes podcast joins Kate and Rick for a discussion about the small things you can do to cultivate bigger shifts in your life. Making meaningful and long term change can be one of the most difficult things to do, especially when it comes to staying healthy in a tasty world. In a world that requires adapting on an almost daily basis, how do you break down the big picture into tiny frames? What happens when you don’t feel like making a change? How do yo...
Hot Topics VI: Donkeys, Cannabis Edibles, and Raspberry Zingers
September 02, 2020 12:45 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBHot Topics and tips are what’s on Kate and Rick’s lips. You may not be traveling too much right now, but when you do travel again, you might not find yourself on a donkey or a Venetian gondola. Also, which supermarket is the best value for your money during challenging economic times? Kate and Rick have the answer. One of the most popular kitchen supply stores is closing a lot of its stores, and one of the most popular chocolate brands is gathering all of its resources to give you the very ...
Hot Topics V: Pickle Beer, Racist Branding, and Cheese
August 01, 2020 20:59 - 37 minutes - 85.6 MBBreaking news! America’s Test Kitchen has weighed in on the top potato chip. Also, what type of beer is sweeping the country? Kate and Rick have the answers in their Hot Topics episode. Food conglomerates are taking a serious look at evolving brand names that have recently come under fire for being racist (even though they have been racist all along). One of the hosts recently got called by their insurance carrier to join a weight loss program, and both the hosts are appalled by it. Can you...
A Tapas Episode: Small Bites of Travel, Cheese, and More
July 15, 2020 22:22 - 30 minutes - 24.5 MBIn a special small plate episode, Kate and Rick bring you a combination of experiences. From a discussion of the world’s “most popular cheese” to an airport lounge, this episode has a lot of flavor. Join Rick and Kate as they visit one of Jose Andres' most popular restaurants in Washington, D.C., with Rick's sister Helen, and learn a new way to stop your mouth from burning when you’ve eaten something spicy! Rate their first review of an airplane meal, and learn a bit of the history of Vietna...
It's Getting Hot In Here: Ideas for Fun Summer Foods
July 01, 2020 16:00 - 43 minutes - 34.5 MBSummer is here! The time of the year most associated with fresher fruit, vegetables, grilling, and being outdoors. Kate and Rick share the foods they are most looking forward to consuming this summer. Flavored water, various salads, and fresh fruit are all on the menu. Kate offers up her famous grilled salad, and Rick shares his most recent veggie burger endeavor. Wondering exactly how much meat are Americans expected to consume this summer? And yes, Rick and Kate have the most recent statis...
Aromatic Alliums: Garlic, Onions and More
June 15, 2020 19:00 - 34 minutes - 27.8 MBSo how do you stop yourself from crying when you cut an onion? What are good ways to use leeks? And what exactly is the best way to use garlic to end a vampire’s life? Don’t you worry one bite, Rick and Kate are on the case! In their special wiki-leeks episode, those rap-scallions, Kate and Rick, run onion-rings around all the other kitchen chair experts as they break down the allium family. Let's talk about the miracles that are about onions, garlics, shallots, leeks, and chives. From the h...
Still Sheltering In Place: What We Are Cooking (Part II)
June 01, 2020 20:40 - 43 minutes - 34.5 MBMore ideas, more tips, and more fun as Kate and Rick share Part II of what they are cooking while sheltering in place. From a meal made from a fridge clean out, to peanut noodles, to a super tasty Indian meal. One of them may have eaten all the pandemic snacks in the first week, and one of them may have eaten oats several years old. Also, daily salad variations and egg bites. And macaroons! There are macaroons! . . . . . . You Won’t Believe What I Ate Last Night is the ongoing ...
Smoky, Salty, and Delicious: All About Bacon
May 16, 2020 14:55 - 47 minutes - 38.3 MBRick and Kate are talking about, salivating over, and worshiping one of the world’s most popular food items. Bacon! Do you know when the first pigs arrived on US shores? The difference between English bacon and American bacon? And, have you really ever grasped what is on Wendy’s Baconator? Janice, the producer of the podcast, drops in with a quiz for Kate, and Rick has lots of information from the 2019 Bacon Report (that’s a real thing). They offer the health benefits of bacon (there are a f...
Sheltering In Place: What We Are Cooking
May 02, 2020 14:50 - 33 minutes - 26.7 MBRick and Kate share how they are foraging for meals in their fridge and pantry, what they are creating, and how they are making tasty and fun stuff out of leftovers. From an exciting cast iron pan pizza to a humble quinoa bowl, from salads and soups to farro dishes, they'll hook you up with ideas. . . . . . . . . . You Won’t Believe What I Ate Last Night is the ongoing conversation by Kate DeVore and Rick Fiori about their endeavor to be and stay healthy in a really tasty ...
Dining Out: What Kate and Rick Did and Didn’t Get To Eat Last Night!
April 15, 2020 20:00 - 44 minutes - 35.9 MBHave you ever had one of those dining experiences that made you feel like you’re being punked (or on candid camera)? Have Rick and Kate got a story for you as they visit GDL Italian by Giada, the new-ish Baltimore restaurant by Giada De Laurentiis, featuring her signature Italian dishes. They also take you to one of their favorite restaurants in Washington, D.C., Kith/Kin by Kwame Onwuachi as he serves up his Afro-Caribbean flavors. Find out what they did and didn’t get to eat last night. Th...
Staying Healthy During COVID-19: An Interview with R.D.N. Vicki Shanta Retelny
April 01, 2020 12:00 - 33 minutes - 27.3 MBWith the advancement of the COVID-19 virus, conversations about how to stay healthy in a tasty world are more important than ever. Registered Dietician Nutritionist and friend of the podcast Vicki Shanta Retelny returns with a dose of practical suggestions. Are you pulled towards alcohol, sugar, and processed foods? Join the crowd. Kate and Rick learn you don’t necessarily want to “boost” your immune system, but you can fortify it. How do you clean your vegetables? What role does water play ...
Hot Topics IV: Bon Jovi Rocks, Taco Bell Delivers, Julia Child Lives!
March 15, 2020 16:10 - 45 minutes - 104 MBDo you know why Trader Joe’s employees wear Hawaiian shirts? Which local chain is offering a bag of bacon? And what is Taco Bell up to in the vegetarian department? Kate and Rick have all the answers and much more in this hot topics episode. Believe it or not Julia Child is getting a new television show that you will want to check out. A pizza shop that helps with pet adoption, Starbucks unveils its spring drinks, and Gordon Ramsey saves the day in Ellicott City, MD. That and much more in th...
Top Diets for 2020: Health vs. Weight Loss
March 01, 2020 12:00 - 40 minutes - 32.5 MBWhat does "diet" mean to you? Depending on your definition (and goals), you have a variety of options and Rick and Kate have the scoop for you. Want to eat for health and longevity? They'll tell you how. Want to lose weight fast? Gotcha. Spoiler: the winner is not new or a fad. Kate and Rick discuss US News and World Report’s 2020 ranking of the best diets. Find out what came in on top, and what popular diets faced stiff competition. Some diets are considered effective for quick weight loss...
Ghent Treatied Us Well: Fresh Pasta, Gorgeous Architecture, Dogs in Bars
February 15, 2020 12:00 - 38 minutes - 31.4 MBIt’s here! The final installment of Kate and Rick’s trip to Belgium, this time covering their food adventures in Ghent. Ghent, a city and a municipality in the Flemish Region of north-west Belgium, is one of Belgium's oldest cites but remains big and hip enough to offer a vibrant food and bar scene. From the main square (Rick and Kate love a good town square), to amazing fresh pasta, to dogs in a bar, sit back and enjoy hearing about all that Ghent has to offer (that can be crammed into a si...
2020 Trends: Glitter, Sherry and Good Customer Service
February 01, 2020 12:30 - 38 minutes - 30.5 MBGet ready for the trends everyone is saying will take over your plate in 2020. From a true sparkling wine to meat blends, 2020 apparently has a lot in store. Everyone has a list Kate and Rick have sorted through all of them and bring you what’s going to be hot. One type of fortified wine is jumping to the top of the list and you’ll find out what hyper-regional means. Have you ever dined in the dark? How many people can you really be expected to share your food with? And exactly how many cu...