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New Books in Food

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Today I talked to Meg Bernhard about her new book Wine (Bloomsbury, 2023). Agricultural product and cultural commodity, drink of ritual and drink of addiction, purveyor of pleasure, pain, and memory - wine has never been contained in a single glass. ... more

Our insatiable appetite for creativity in the kitchen – or around the open fire – is reflected in the fascinating array of objects explored in this book. Authored by food writer Jenny Linford in consultation with curators from the British Museum, Rep... more

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Recent Guests

Meg Bernhard
Journalist and essayist from Southern California, currently based in Las Vegas.
Bloomsbury
Episode: Meg Bernhard, "Wine" (Bloomsbury, 2023)
Jenny Linford
Food writer with over 30 years of experience based in London
Episode: Jenny Linford, "Repast: The Story of Food" (Thames & Hudson, 2025)
Pyet DeSpain
Chef and author of 'Rooted in Fire', celebrating Native American and Mexican cooking.
Episode: Pyet DeSpain, "Rooted in Fire: A Celebration of Native American and Mexican Cooking" (HarperOne, 2025)
Dorie Greenspan
Cookbook author and baking expert
Episode: Dorie Greenspan, "Dorie's Anytime Cakes" (Harvest, 2025)
Jennifer Yip
Professor at National University of Singapore, author, and war historian
National University of Singapore
Episode: Jennifer Yip, "Grains of Conflict: The Struggle for Food in China’s Total War, 1937-1945" (Cambridge UP, 2025)
Graeme Rigby
Author of 'Rigby's Encyclopaedia of the Herring'
Hurst Publishers
Episode: Graeme Rigby, "Rigby’s Encyclopaedia of the Herring" (Hurst Publishers, 2025)
Gesine Bullock-Prado
Author and homesteader, known for her cookbooks and seasonal recipes
Countryman Press
Episode: Gesine Bullock-Prado, "My Harvest Kitchen: 100+ Recipes to Savor the Seasons" (Countryman Press, 2025)
Dr. Tami Parr
Author and scholar focusing on goat dairy and cultural history.
Oregon State University Press
Episode: Tami Parr, "Goats in America: A Cultural History" (Oregon State UP, 2025)
Teresa M. Mares
Associate Professor of Anthropology at the University of Vermont, involved with food systems graduate program, focusing on food system and migration studies.
University of Vermont
Episode: Teresa M. Mares and Laura-Anne Minkoff-Zern, "Will Work for Food: Labor Across the Food Chain" (U California Press, 2025)

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Dr. Miranda Melcher
Host of the New Books Network, leading discussions on contemporary literature including food writing.
Corey Barker
Host of New Books in Food, facilitating conversations with various food writers and academics.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • Perk of Knowing the Author's Perspective

    I teach a university course every semester on the history of human nutrition. My students have to write a book review, which some confuse with a book report despite my efforts but that's another matter, after reading a non-fiction book about the history of nutrition, food studies, sports studies, and other related disciplines. New Books in Food is great for my students and for me. I learn about recently released books, which I add to my students' list of possibilities for the book review, and my... more

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    Dr.Jeff.H
    United States13 years ago

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Many comments emphasize the podcast's ability to introduce listeners to new books and authors they might not encounter otherwise.
Listeners appreciate the depth and quality of conversations, often highlighting the academic rigor and thought-provoking themes around food.
The breadth of topics covered from literature to cultural implications resonates with an audience eager for nuanced discussions.

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Jennifer Yip, "Grains of Conflict: The Struggle for Food in China’s Total War, 1937-1945" (Cambridge UP, 2025)
Q: Why did food matter so much during this war against Japan?
Food was decisively important in war fighting and was central to the survival of both armies and civilians.
Jennifer Yip, "Grains of Conflict: The Struggle for Food in China’s Total War, 1937-1945" (Cambridge UP, 2025)
Q: How did you get interested in this topic and how did your research evolve?
I found that with regards to China's war against Japan, I wanted to know how the war was fought, but also how it was lived and experienced.
Pyet DeSpain, "Rooted in Fire: A Celebration of Native American and Mexican Cooking" (HarperOne, 2025)
Q: What was that first traditional ingredient or that dish that really connected you to your Native American culture?
It was corn, which was taught to me through making corn soup by my Native grandmother.
Pyet DeSpain, "Rooted in Fire: A Celebration of Native American and Mexican Cooking" (HarperOne, 2025)
Q: Can you talk about bringing ceremony or gratitude into your cooking?
The spirit plate is a moment of reflection to give thanks for what we do have at our table.
Pyet DeSpain, "Rooted in Fire: A Celebration of Native American and Mexican Cooking" (HarperOne, 2025)
Q: How do you feel about people opening up that window? What do you want them to do when they close the book?
I hope folks can resonate with my story and think about the traditions they want to continue or highlight in their families.

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What is New Books in Food about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Conversations center on dynamic issues surrounding food, culture, and the narratives woven through literature related to gastronomy. Guests often include authors, historians, and academics who explore various themes such as the social implications of food, its historical contexts, and its representation in media. From discussions on the role of restaurants in society to the significance of culinary traditions in different cultures, a diverse array of topics and perspectives are covered, making it a rich source for those interested in how food intersects with broader cultural and societal dynamics. Whether highlighting the ethical dimensions of food production, delving into regional cuisines, or examining food's role in identity, the convers... more

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