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Cookbook Writing
Baking and the Meaning Of Life
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Kitchen Tape
Vegana Italiana
Yossy Arefi
Japanese Cooking
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Big Dip Energy
Gluten-Free Bread
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Obsessed With the Best
Ottolenghi
Cookbook Testing
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Kitchen Tape is a podcast for people who love food — and the stories behind it. In each episode, Rose Wilde and Crystal Slonecker talk with cooks, writers, and creators about their obsessions, craft, and the winding paths that lead through the food. Expect real talk, a little flour dust, and deep dives into how food can spark creativity and build community. Season Two exploring HOW COOKBOOKS GET M... more

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This week on Kitchen Tape, Rose and Crystal sit down with Dorie Greenspan, one of the most beloved and trusted voices in baking. We talk about the decades-spanning body of work that has made Dorie such a constant presence in home kitchens, from her c... more

This week on Kitchen Tape, Rose and Crystal sit down with Helen Goh, internationally acclaimed pastry chef, longtime Ottolenghi collaborator, columnist for the Sydney Morning Herald and The Guardian, and author of Baking and the Meaning of Life and S... more

This week on Kitchen Tape, Rose and Crystal sit down with Ella Quittner, author of Obsessed with the Best, to talk about what happens when curiosity meets obsessive recipe testing. Built around dozens of head-to-head comparisons, Ella’s book asks not... more

This week on Kitchen Tape, Rose and Crystal sit down with Lisa Donovan, James Beard Award–winning author of Our Lady of Perpetual Hunger, now widely regarded as one of the definitive food memoirs of our time. We talk about hunger as both subject and ... more

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Recent Guests

Helen Goh
Author of Baking and the Meaning of Life; psychologist
Author, Baking and the Meaning of Life
Episode: A Meaningful Life: Helen Goh on Baking, Ritual and Joy
Ella Quittner
Culture writer, journalist, screenwriter; author of Obsessed with the Best
Freelance / author
Episode: Taste and Obsession: Author and Culture Writer Ella Quittner
Maria Zizka
Author of multiple cookbooks and collaborator on many others
Independent cookbook author
Episode: Your Favorite Authors Favorite Author: Maria Zizka on Cookbook Collaborations
Carrie Bachman
Carrie Bachman Cookbook Publicity, a full-service boutique PR agency specializing in cookbooks and gourmet products
Carrie Bachman Cookbook Publicity
Episode: Soft Power: Publicist Carrie Bachman on the Life of Cookbooks
Claire Gilhuly
Editor at Chronicle Books on our food and lifestyle team
Chronicle Books
Episode: Shaping a Book: Editor Claire Gilhuly on Taste, Structure, and Voice
Aran Goyoaga
Gluten-free baker, cookbook author, and photographer
Self-employed / Cookbook Author
Episode: Rewriting the Rules: Aran Goyoaga on Gluten Free Baking and Photography
Jennifer Chong
Photographer and cookbook photographer
Episode: What Makes a Cookbook Image Matter: Jennifer Chong, Photographer
Maxine McCrann
Artist, painter and illustrator
Independent/Freelance
Episode: Illustrating a Cookbook’s Visual Language with Maxine McCrann
Yossy Arefi
Cookbook author, food stylist, recipe developer, and photographer
Episode: Doing it All, Every day: Yossy Arefi, Author, Baker and Photographer

Hosts

Rose Wilde
Host of Kitchen Tape; focuses on cookbook development, testing, and writing.
Crystal Slonecker
Co-host of Kitchen Tape; covers cookbook production, design, and media relationships.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • a great podcast but the sound is insane

    i love the content of this podcast- but the sound mixing makes it nearly impossible to listen to- at parts the hosts sound like they’re almost mumbling or whispering, and then the next second they’re shouting. please PLEASE get a producer or sound editor! we try to listen to this at work (at a bakery!) and none of us can stand it anymore despite being really interested in the content! we all like the hosts and they have great personalities, chemistry, ideas, experience, etc., but it’s unlistenab... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Violet115
    Canada2 years ago
  • Fun banter!

    I love the chemistry between them! Fun and funny.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    guypaco
    United States2 years ago

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Chemistry between hosts is frequently praised, as is the candid, workshop-like vibe with guests.
Sound quality issues are a common critique, suggesting a producer could help reach a broader audience.
Listeners appreciate behind-the-scenes industry insights and practical takeaways for cookbook projects.
Many reviews are drawn to the show's warmth, humor, and in-depth looks at cookbook creation, despite some audio feedback.

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Apple Podcasts
#130
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Talking Points

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Soft Centers and Sharp Skills: Author Samantha Seneviratne’s Sweet Life
Q: What is your writing process like across different books, and how has it evolved?
Early books were memoir-heavy with personal history; Bake Smart shifted toward teaching, focusing more on empowering readers to bake, while still bringing her own point of view to the recipes.
Soft Centers and Sharp Skills: Author Samantha Seneviratne’s Sweet Life
Q: How did your work with The New York Times come about, and how does that differ from writing your own books?
Her NYT work began when a former editor saw her book and asked her to develop recipes for the Times; it's more about fitting briefs and trends rather than full creative freedom, unlike her solo books.
Soft Centers and Sharp Skills: Author Samantha Seneviratne’s Sweet Life
Q: Can you tell us about your journey to selling your first cookbook and how that differed from later books?
Samantha explains she bought a book about writing proposals, used a Publishers Weekly network to reach agents, found an agent who helped refine the proposal, and sold the first book through persistent pitching—even without a large personal platform.
From Tasty to Timeless: Author Rie McClenny Makes It Japanese
Q: What is your view on the balance between creating content for social media and writing a cookbook?
Rie notes that social media supports book discovery but cannot replace the depth of a cookbook; the video work complements the cookbook by providing visual cues and audience engagement, while the book offers detailed guidance.
From Tasty to Timeless: Author Rie McClenny Makes It Japanese
Q: How did the publishing decision come about, and what was the moment that solidified Clarkson Potter as the publisher?
She describes being approached by Clarkson Potter after a period of drafting and proposal efforts, with the editor and book agent recognizing a mutual fit, leading to a formal publishing deal.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kitchen Tape

What is Kitchen Tape about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A conversational hub for cooks, writers, and photographers who obsess over the craft of food, storytelling, and cookbookmaking. Episodes center on how cookbooks come together—from collaboration and writing to testing, photography, and promotion—often featuring authors, editors, and publishers sharing behind-the-scenes realities, design choices, and tradecraft. Listeners likely care about practical workflows, industry dynamics, and the human side of publishing, with frequent emphasis on collaboration, credit, and community around food. A standout throughline is the blend of craft, design, and market considerations in cookbook creation, making it a compelling listen for aspiring guest contributors, publishers, and brands seeking visibility in... more

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Recent guests on Kitchen Tape include:

1. Helen Goh
2. Ella Quittner
3. Maria Zizka
4. Carrie Bachman
5. Claire Gilhuly
6. Aran Goyoaga
7. Jennifer Chong
8. Maxine McCrann

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