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Good Food

KCRW
Thanksgiving
Food
Los Angeles Restaurants
Baking
Cookbooks
The Taste Of Things
Costco
Chocolate
Culinary Arts
Asian American Culture
Vegetables
Filipino Cuisine
Cooking Techniques
Turkey
Sweet Potatoes
Culinary Heritage
Heirloom Grains
Filipino Desserts
Chinese Cuisine
Mental Health

Evan Kleiman is your guide to the best cooking and eating

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The good, the bad and the ugly about our new dietary guidelines.

* Marion Nestle reconsiders her seminal book What to Eat Now, two decades later.

* Polina Chesnakova sneaks in a few comforting, cool weather recipes from the Caucuses.

* Pyet... more

Would you pay $1,500 for dinner?

* René Redzepi explains how he's orchestrating Noma's LA residency and why it comes with such a hefty price tag. 

* Anna Ansari follows flavor down the Silk Roads. 

* Khushbu Shah knows where to get the best... more

AI might be making your groceries more expensive.

* Reporter Eric Gardner explains how grocery stores are exploring "dynamic pricing," charging different people different prices for the same items. 

* Sean Sherman, the Sioux Chef, links the na... more

Amid the loss and devastation, there is resilience and hope.

* We remember our friend Christine Moore, owner of Little Flower, who unexpectedly passed away this week.

* Leah Ferrazzani of Ferrazzani's Pasta & Market tells the tale of multiple ... more

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Eric Gardner
Journalist with a background in the grocery pricing industry
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Episode: Are grocery stores charging you more than your neighbor?
Christine Moore
Owner of Little Flower and resident of Altadena
Little Flower
Episode: One year after the Eaton & Palisades fires
Leah Ferrazzani
Owner and proprietor of Ferrazzani's Pasta & Market and Semolina Artisanal Pasta
Ferrazzani's Pasta & Market
Episode: One year after the Eaton & Palisades fires
Teddy Leonard
Owner of the Reel Inn, sharing the story of the restaurant lost in the fires
Reel Inn
Episode: One year after the Eaton & Palisades fires
Andy Leonard
Partner and owner of Reel Inn, discussing the restaurant's rebuilding efforts
Reel Inn
Episode: One year after the Eaton & Palisades fires
Nancy Matsumoto
Author of Reaping What She Sows, How Women Are Rebuilding Our Broken Food System
Episode: Seeds of hope for our broken food system
Erika Cuellar
Co-founder and Operations Director at Alma Backyard Farms
Alma Backyard Farms
Episode: Seeds of hope for our broken food system
Ted Genoways
Award-winning journalist and author
Episode: Our favorite interviews of 2025
Sarah Ahn
Social media manager and creator
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Episode: Our favorite interviews of 2025

Host

Evan Kleiman
Evan Kleiman is a culinary expert and host known for her deep knowledge of food culture and cooking, often engaging with diverse guests about their culinary experiences and insights.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Best of a mixed lot

    I have listened to Good Food for many years and more recently listen to a lot of food podcasts as a way of avoiding those that discuss news or

    politics. Good Food is the one I most look forward to each week. I would personally prefer they skip the cookbook author interviews (very repetitive as authors work the podcast circuit) and the politics (hopeless, pointless, depressing, dogmatic) but I get it. I pay attention to the parts I like and on balance find it worthwhile and consistently bett... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dmrosephd
    United Statesa month ago
  • This show deserves five stars!

    This is a perfect podcast for anyone who loves food and is curious about global food ways and the connections between culinary traditions around the world. Fascinating interviews, awesome guests, great music.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pang Dynasty
    Canada2 months ago
  • Thanksgiving Episode

    Bummer.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    JNLCIA
    United States2 months ago
  • Clunkers

    A lot of them lately. Especially the ice cream show. Perhaps a show once a month instead of every week.

    In the weeds segment… the biggest monkey on the wrench.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    JNLCIA
    United States4 months ago
  • Favorite podcast!

    I never know what to expect in content, but I can always expect excellence!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    blastoff
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise the show for its depth and breadth of coverage on culinary topics, sometimes mentioning a desire for less political focus.
There are positive remarks regarding the quality of guests and engaging discussions that resonate across cultural boundaries.
Negative feedback is occasionally focused on the perceived politicization of food topics, indicating a divide in listener expectations.

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Are grocery stores charging you more than your neighbor?
Q: What advice do you have for consumers who want to have more agency in our everyday lives?
Eric recommended shopping local, staying informed about prices, and making voices heard, especially as consumers are becoming more aware of pricing manipulations.
Are grocery stores charging you more than your neighbor?
Q: Did they have to get buy-in from these retailers or were they able to do this without the retailers even knowing that was happening?
Eric explained that Instacart claimed retailers set their prices, but their investigation suggested Instacart set those prices, which is confirmed by Target's comments during the inquiry.
Are grocery stores charging you more than your neighbor?
Q: How did you get involved in this story?
Eric Gardner revealed that he had previously done similar tests on Uber drivers and had connections with researchers who investigated pricing disparities at Instacart.
Our favorite interviews of 2025
Q: What is goruguso and the significance of its distribution in reinforcing family and political relationships?
Goruguso is a Rohingya beef curry, significant for its role in community compassion and connection during holidays.
Our favorite interviews of 2025
Q: Tell us about Mariam, who fled Myanmar in 2017 when she was pregnant and ended up joining nearly 800,000 refugees in Bangladesh.
Mariam is using food as a love language and a duty to help her children maintain their Rohingya culture.

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This show explores a wide range of topics related to food, cooking, and culinary culture, emphasizing personal stories and diverse perspectives on the connections between food and community. Episodes often feature engaging conversations with chefs, food writers, and cultural experts who share their insights and experiences, from innovative culinary trends to traditional recipes celebrating heritage. Notable themes include the exploration of underrepresented cuisines, the impact of food on social issues, and the artistry of home cooking. Unique segments, such as listener anecdotes and seasonal recipe recommendations, further enhance the content, making it a rich source of culinary inspiration.

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Recent guests on Good Food include:

1. Eric Gardner
2. Christine Moore
3. Leah Ferrazzani
4. Teddy Leonard
5. Andy Leonard
6. Nancy Matsumoto
7. Erika Cuellar
8. Ted Genoways

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