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Food with Mark Bittman

Mark Bittman
Nutrition
Food Policy
Sustainability
Cooking
Food Justice
School Lunch Programs
Cookbook
Hunger
Public Health
God's Love We Deliver
Climate Change
Food
Regenerative Agriculture
Food Access
Meatpacking Industry
Palestinian Food
Ultra-Processed Food
Clash Of the Cookbooks
Food Politics
Industrial Agriculture

Former New York Times food journalist and #1 bestselling author Mark Bittman (How to Cook Everything; VB6; Animal, Vegetable, Junk) is joined by co-host (and daughter) Kate to explore all aspects of food – from what to have for dinner, how to raise healthy children, and how to perfect your cooking routine to big picture questions about climate change, sustainability, food policy, and global hunger... more

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Mara Fleishman is the co-founder and CEO of the Chef Ann Foundation, which has reached more than 19,000 schools, 35,000 school food professionals, and nearly 6 million students in its work to replace ultra-processed food with fresh, scratch-cooked me... more

In this revisiting of an episode from last summer, the up and coming queen of ice cream talks to Mark and Kate about how her ice cream brand, Malai, mimics her childhood; what it means to build your own culture; sourcing intentionally with no shortcu... more

Joseph Ogilvy is the author of Tin Can Coast: A History of Industry, Greed, and Fishing in the Golden State. When Mark first saw the book, he exclaimed "Finally. At last!" The book is a history of the fisheries and fishing communities of the Californ... more

Mark has known Jean-Georges Vongerichten since 1987, when he arrived in New York. They've written books together. They've remained close friends for nearly 40 years. Today, they talk about Jean-Georges growing up in Alsace on pork fat, juniper berrie... more

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Joseph Ogilvy
Writer and chef
Tin Can Coast author
Episode: Joseph Ogilvy on the Storied Fishing History of the California Coast
Jean-Georges Vongerichten
Renowned chef and longtime friend of Mark Bittman
Jean-Georges (restaurant empire)
Episode: Jean-Georges Vongerichten on Watching New York Change
Jim McGovern
Congressman, Massachusetts
U.S. Congress
Episode: A Conversation with Congressman McGovern: The Food System Isn't Broken — It's Working Exactly as Designed
Hawa Hassan
Author and chef focused on displacement through food
Author of Setting a Place for Us
Episode: Hawa Hassan on Food, War, and Why Displacement Has a Flavor
Kevin Boehm
Co-founder of Boka Restaurant Group; memoirist
Boka Restaurant Group
Episode: Kevin Boehm on Living in his Car to Running 35 Restaurants
Dan Jacobs
Chef; co-owner of DanDan and EsterEv in Milwaukee
DanDan, EsterEv
Episode: Dan Jacobs: Almost Winning Top Chef — and Why Milwaukee Is America’s Best Kept Secret
Hannah Goldfield
New Yorker writer who covered topics on intentional drinking
The New Yorker
Episode: Hannah Goldfield: Drinking, Not Drinking, and the In Between
Paola Velez
Baker, founder of Bakers Against Racism
Baker Against Racism / Bodega Bakes
Episode: Just Call Her Paola ‘Blazing the Trail’ Velez
Nasim Alikhani
Owner-chef of Sofray, author of Sophora
Sofray Brooklyn
Episode: Nasim Alikhani: Homestyle Iranian Food at Its Best

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Mark Bittman
Host of the show; co-host with daughter Kate; prominent food writer and advocate.
Kate Bittman
Co-host of the show; daughter of Mark Bittman; engages with guests and audience.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Unlistenable because of ads

    I’m a big fan of Bittman’s work and the podcast’s content, but I can’t even listen to it because there are SO MANY ads. I’ve never encountered a podcast with this many.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    EmmyLou4you80
    United States4 months ago
  • Forever Favorite

    The best source for all things educational, inspiring, and warming in the food world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    losangelespal
    Canada10 months ago
  • I Wish I Could Be a Guest!

    Warm, engaging and inspiring!

    Kate and Mark are so generous, so intelligent, and so attuned to their guests. I just listened to the Alice Waters episode from this week, and was delighted to hear her mention peaches that I used to buy in Northern California. I’m so very grateful to have dined at Chez Panisse, more than once, while I lived nearby! This is really the only podcast I listen to, and I don’t skip it! I always learned something, and I love the end tag of what did you have for dinner.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Simplyd23
    United States10 months ago
  • We Need You!

    As a healthcare provider, I so appreciate your podcasts that address food from a health and …dare I say political!-perspective. If we think this current political environment is focused on our health and the good of citizens- we need to think again. We are ALL in this together, and we ALL need to start speaking up as citizens who care about the future of our nation. Thanks again for what you do!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gg7fyghg)
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fantastic

    This is so much more than just about food . So many fascinating stories and people all linked by food - love it .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lara badger 1
    Australiaa year ago

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Educational and inspiring with a warm, engaging host duo.
Ads are a frequent complaints point for listeners.
Some listeners perceive political slant and ad load affecting enjoyment.
Diverse guest lineup and practical takeaways are highly valued by fans.

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#36
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Apple Podcasts
#227
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#33
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Apple Podcasts
#49
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#141
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#155
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Pooja Bavishi: I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream for Malai
Q: What was the hardest part of the business to this point?
The frozen nature of the product makes logistics, shipping, and maintaining proper temperatures a constant, expensive challenge, and the risk of freezer failure in peak season is always present.
Hawa Hassan on Food, War, and Why Displacement Has a Flavor
Q: How did you choose the eight countries and the people you featured?
She describes selecting places with historical depth and cultural richness beyond war, and choosing individuals who could represent hope and resilience in each community.
Dan Jacobs: Almost Winning Top Chef — and Why Milwaukee Is America’s Best Kept Secret
Q: What did you have for dinner last night?
Dan talked about cooking at home, making pepperoni pizza with a sourdough bowl, and enjoying a personal bread-making journey that rekindled his love for baking and pizza art.
Dan Jacobs: Almost Winning Top Chef — and Why Milwaukee Is America’s Best Kept Secret
Q: After Top Chef, is the restaurant life wilder or more rewarding?
Opportunities grew significantly after Top Chef, with increased visibility and a tight-knit team that supports both DanDan and EsterEv; the success is closely tied to the relationships with his partners and staff.
Dan Jacobs: Almost Winning Top Chef — and Why Milwaukee Is America’s Best Kept Secret
Q: So I want to ask you, Dan, about Milwaukee because I've never been there. What's the restaurant scene like there?
Milwaukee has evolved into a vibrant, community-driven scene with affordable rents, strong producer access, and a focus on owner-operators who are deeply involved in their restaurants, allowing for more collaborative and innovative dining without the pressure of large chains.

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A forward-looking food-centered show that blends culinary storytelling with policy, health, and sustainability. It features in-depth conversations with chefs, farmers, authors, and policymakers about sourcing, cooking routines, food systems, and how meals intersect with culture, climate, and social equity. Notable strengths include a hands-on cooking and recipe focus alongside big-picture debates about hunger, policy, and the future of food, with a relatable co-host dynamic that frequently bridges intimate kitchen anecdotes and systemic insights.

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Recent guests on Food with Mark Bittman include:

1. Joseph Ogilvy
2. Jean-Georges Vongerichten
3. Jim McGovern
4. Hawa Hassan
5. Kevin Boehm
6. Dan Jacobs
7. Hannah Goldfield
8. Paola Velez

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