Best-selling writer Laura Lippman Talks About Her New Books + Kenji Weighs in on Kids’ Eating Habits
The terrific crime writer Laura Lippman (My Life as a Villainess, Dream Girl) talks about why she's afraid of not being afraid when she writes. Plus Kenji and Laura both weigh in on how they get their kids to eat their vegetables.
Food, Music & Memoirs with Japanese Breakfast’s Michelle Zauner and Kenji
On this week’s episode of Special Sauce, we talk about joyful music and an incredibly moving memoir with Michelle Zauner, the leader of the band Japanese Breakfast. She’s the author of the heart-rending . Plus, Kenji weighs in on the...
Celebrating Colombia with Author Mariana Velásquez and Kenji Lopez-Alt
On this week’s Special Sauce, we’re joined by Colombiana author Mariana Velásquez who talks about the incredible cultural and culinary diversity of her beloved native country. Plus, Kenji shares his love of Colombia, gained from his...
Katie Quinn and Kenji Lopez-Alt on Fermentation
On this episode of Special Sauce, we’re joined by the incredible youtuber, podcaster and author Katie Quinn who says that metaphorically speaking, people ferment just like cheese wine and bread. Plus, Kenji adds his two cents about Katie and...
Author Reem Kassis on Palestinian Cooking, Plus Kenji on Making Falafel at Home
On this week’s episode of Special Sauce, we’re joined by Reem Kassis, the thought provoking author of The Palestinian Table and her new book, The Arabesque Table. Plus, Kenji gives us some helpful tips of making falafel at home, courtesy of the...
NY State Senator Jessica Ramos, Plus Kenji on his Wife’s Favorite Colombian Dish
On this week's Special Sauce, we're joined by NY State Senator and Colombian-American Jessica Ramos who talks about her fearless approach to food activism as she fights for both her diverse constituents and the rights of migrant farm workers. ...
Laurie Woolever: Life alongside Anthony Bourdain
Plus WaPo's Emily Heil on plant-based "chicken" nuggets