Presented by Ellen Steinberg, PhD
Podcast courtesy of WBEZ’s Chicago Amplified
Throughout the Midwest, one finds numerous ethnicities and creeds, each of which has contributed much to the amalgam that has become “the Heartland.” The Jewish immigrants, from all over Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America, who settled here added their unique heritage foods and recipes to this mix. Continue reading
Carol Haddix, the recently retired food editor of the Chicago Tribune recalls the golden years of culinary coverage.
Podcast courtesy of WBEZs’ Chicago Amplified
After 40 years in the newspaper business, 34 of them with the Chicago Tribune as a food writer and editor, Carol Haddix retired on April 1. Under her direction, the Tribune’s food section won yearly best-section awards and nominations from the Association of Food Journalists and writing awards from the James Beard Foundation. Continue reading
Presented by
Viktorija Todorovska
Author and Sommelier
Podcast courtesy of WBEZ’s Chicago Amplified
While most of are not familiar with the region, Puglia, the heel of the Italian boot, has the simplest, yet most flavorful cuisine in Italy. Puglian food is deeply rooted in the geography and traditions of the Italian South as well as the region’s identity as the country’s breadbasket and the largest producer of olive oil. Continue reading
Presented by
The Cheng Family of Sun Xien Soy Products
Sun Wah BBQ
5041 N. Broadway (just north of Argyle)
Chicago, Illinois 60640
http://www.sunxiensoyproducts.com
Podcast recording courtesy of WBEZ’s Chicago Amplified
Tofu has long been a traditional food of Asian cultured and a mystery to many. Believed by many to be a “fountain of youth” food, it has served as a staple for many countries in the Far East for thousands of years. For the Chinese, tofu has not only been a staple, it has also been a competition among chefs and makers to produce some of the most varied and delicious tofu creations. Continue reading
An Interview with Barbara Fairchild
Podcast courtesy of WBEZ’s Chicago Amplified
Barbara Fairchild may have bid adieu to Bon Appetit, but after more than 30 years with this iconic publication, the former editor-in-chief has some savory words and sweet tales to share.
Join us as Ms. Fairchild gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how she helped guide Bon Appetit to its leadership as one of America’s most revered food publications. Continue reading