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The Dinner Plan

Maggie Hoffman
Meal Planning
Cooking Tips
Cooking Techniques
Justine Cooks
Cookbooks
Chinese Cooking
Plant-Based Meals
Cooking
Dinner
Meal Prep
You Gotta Eat
Vegetable Cooking Techniques
Sauces
Sheet Pan Meals
Seafood
Vegetarian Cooking
Comfort Food
Umami Techniques
Mug Cake
Pantry Essentials

Figuring out what’s for dinner can be exhausting. The Dinner Plan helps you start every week with fresh cooking inspiration, thanks to Maggie Hoffman and a roster of top cookbook authors. You'll get dinner ideas for every season, advice on how to make meal planning easier, budget cooking and grocery shopping tips, and easy dinners to make when you're short on time or energy. Guests include experts... more

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Ella Quittner conducted around 1500 recipe tests as a part of her research for her new book, Obsessed With the Best. In this episode of The Dinner Plan, Ella and host Maggie Hoffman discuss the pros and cons of the internet's preoccupation with prono... more

If you find feeding your kid frustrating, you're absolutely not alone. In this episode of The Dinner Plan, host Maggie Hoffman interviews cookbook author Phoebe Lapine, who is also the voice behind the Munch Menus newsletter on Substack. Phoebe's men... more

They call Naoko Takei Moore "Mrs. Donabe"—she’s taught classes on cooking with these Japanese clay pots, and wrote the first English-language book on the topic. Her new book, Simply Donabe, focuses on simple one-pot meals made in the donabe. In this ... more

Jerrelle Guy was in the midst of a serious case of burnout when she began to dream up her new book, We Fancy. It's not a cookbook highlighting high-end ingredients or elaborate meals—it’s about finding magic in everyday weeknight dinners. In this epi... more

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Jerrelle Guy
Author of 'Black Girl Baking' and 'We Fancy', a newsletter writer
Episode: How Jerrelle Guy Cooked Her Way Out of Burnout
Vivian Howard
Restaurateur and star of public television shows, including A Chef's Life and Kitchen Curious
Chef and the Farmer
Episode: How Chef Vivian Howard Juggles Dinner When Time Is Tight
Natasha Pickowicz
New York City-based chef and four-time James Beard Award finalist, author of Everyone Hot Pot
Episode: How to Host the Ultimate Hot Pot Dinner
Theo Michaels
Chef and author of ten cookbooks, known for his appearances on BBC's MasterChef
Episode: Better Pantry Meals With Theo Michaels
Jenn Lueke
Newsletter writer and author of 'Don't Think About Dinner'
Eat Good newsletter
Episode: Jenn Lueke’s Meal-Planning Mindset
Nicki Sizemore
Recipe developer, educator, cookbook author, and podcast host
Mind, Body, Spirit, Food
Episode: Slowing Down in the Kitchen With Nicki Sizemore
Coco Morante
Author of eight cookbooks, including The Instant Kitchen Meal Prep Cookbook.
Episode: Easy Meal Prep With Coco Morante
Debra Borden
Licensed clinical social worker and therapist, author of Cooking As Therapy.
Episode: Cooking Therapy With Debra Borden
Flora Shedden
Owner of Aran Bakery and author of "Winter in the Highlands"
Aran Bakery
Episode: Winter Cooking in the Highlands With Flora Shedden

Host

Maggie Hoffman
Host of The Dinner Plan, focusing on meal planning and cooking inspiration alongside expert guests.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 121 ratings
  • Always very informative

    While I enjoy hearing about each guests' new product or project what I really enjoy about the dinner plan is learning tips and tricks for preparing enjoyable meals for my family no matter my time, budget, or energy constraints.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    t-l-k
    United States22 days ago
  • First Time listener - will Continue!

    Just found Maggie’s podcast through Jenn Lueke’s newsletter—what a great episode! Maggie is an engaging host who asked Jenn thoughtful, practical questions listeners will really benefit from. I especially loved their conversation about cooking with ingredients you already have. Jenn’s meal planning series focuses on recipes that share ingredients so nothing goes to waste, which is both cost-effective and great for reducing food waste (something I’m definitely guilty of!). I also loved the call-i... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TPricer98
    United Statesa month ago
  • I needed this podcast (and so do you)!

    I discovered The Dinner Plan earlier this year when I was going through a rough time. It was exactly what I needed - practical advice for everyday cooking alongside cooking inspiration from both Maggie and her amazing guests. What human adult has not, at sometime during their busy week, gotten to 5p and thought, “What the [insert your expletive of choice here] am I/my family going to have for dinner?” This is not a podcast about meal planning (though the topic is discussed and a variety of appro... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hungry Ginger
    United States3 months ago
  • Highly recommend!

    Love this podcast. I’m always looking for new and inspired dinner ideas, and every week Maggie and her wonderful guests over-deliver!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kfaber7
    United States3 months ago
  • The kitchen inspiration you need! 🌟

    This is the food-focused show I look most forward to every week! I am cookbook-obsessed and I love hearing about the latest and learning a bit about the authors. I am constantly inspired by hearing what both Maggie and her guests are cooking, what items are always on hand in their pantry/fridge/freezer, and what cookbooks they can’t live without. Now I’m off to listen to the episode that got released today, eeeee! 🤩

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DebNSpo
    United States6 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Audience members appreciate the soothing presence of the host and the diverse array of expert insights shared.
There is a strong focus on family cooking and meal planning based on listeners' feedback.
Listeners appreciate practical cooking advice and inspiration for everyday meals.
Many enjoy the engaging discussions with guests, stimulating new ideas for their cooking endeavors.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#31
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#178
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#98
Canada/Arts/Food
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#113
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#32
Australia/Arts/Food
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#196
Germany/Arts/Food

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How Jerrelle Guy Cooked Her Way Out of Burnout
Q: If you had to pinpoint one bit of advice for anyone who goes into their kitchen right now and feels immediately overwhelmed, what's the first step?
Jerrelle suggests cleaning up the kitchen as it restores clarity and creativity, helping to shift from chaos to a more peaceful and inspired cooking environment.
How Jerrelle Guy Cooked Her Way Out of Burnout
Q: Where were you mentally when you started this project, and when the idea for this book began to take shape?
Jerrelle felt overwhelmed after her first book, dealing with heavy questions about her identity and the food industry, leading her to create a book that reflects her journey towards joy in cooking.
How Chef Vivian Howard Juggles Dinner When Time Is Tight
Q: What are some dishes or ingredients that carry important food memories for you?
Chicken and rice, greens, and barbecued chicken are key dishes from her childhood in Eastern North Carolina.
How Chef Vivian Howard Juggles Dinner When Time Is Tight
Q: What's your advice for people who are trying to make it work every week?
Plan meals around what's available and overlap ingredients for efficiency, though she admits to often shopping daily for inspiration.
How to Host the Ultimate Hot Pot Dinner
Q: What is your broth philosophy? What goes into these broths?
Natasha's broth philosophy emphasizes starting with rich ingredients to build layers of flavor and notes the importance of balance and harmony.

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Offers fresh cooking inspiration for listeners, focusing on meal planning and creative culinary solutions. The conversations with expert guests cover diverse topics such as seasonal cooking, family-friendly recipes, and the therapeutic aspects of cooking. Unique segments often explore the hosts' and guests' personal cooking experiences and pantry staples, making it relatable and practical for anyone looking to enhance their meal prep and home cooking experience.

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Recent guests on The Dinner Plan include:

1. Jerrelle Guy
2. Vivian Howard
3. Natasha Pickowicz
4. Theo Michaels
5. Jenn Lueke
6. Nicki Sizemore
7. Coco Morante
8. Debra Borden

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