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The Rice Table

Jeff Keasberry
Indonesian Cuisine
Indonesia
Noodles
Cultural Differences
Spam
Oma Keasberry
Spam Party
Spaghetti
Lo Mein
Norman De Buck
Canned Meats
Nasi Goreng
American Culture
Comfort Food
Rendang
Dutch-Indonesian Culture
World War II
Dutch-Indonesian Cuisine
August 15 Commemoration
Indonesian Independence

The Rice Table Podcast is a vibrant celebration of food, culture, and heritage — bridging East and West. Hosted by Jeff Keasberry, author of four cookbooks on Dutch-Indonesian cuisine, each episode explores a new topic, from iconic dishes and hidden culinary gems to family recipes, customs, history, and cooking tips.

At his table, Jeff welcomes passionate guests for engaging and often surprising c... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes70Founded6 years ago
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Latest Episodes

De IndoBros zijn terug! Vanuit San Diego en LA schakelen Willem-Jan en Jeff met Nederland.

Vandaag maken we een flinke bak riboet aan tafel met de dames van Riboet Verhalenkunst: Elsbeth Vernout en Wendy Ripassa. Met theater, spoken word en oral his... more

In this episode of The Rice Table, we reflect on the life and legacy of Sri Owen, one of the most influential voices in bringing Indonesian cuisine to a global audience.

Host Jeff speaks with Janice Gabriel, a London-based television producer, food ... more

In this episode of The Rice Table, we explore the connection between Indo-Dutch (Indisch) and Anglo-Indian cultures, two hybrid communities shaped by colonial history, migration, and identity.

We are joined by Bridget White Kumar, an award-winning a... more

The Indo Bros zijn terug met een Nederlandstalige aflevering. Vanuit San Diego en Los Angeles schuiven Willem-Jan Brederode (MERAH) en Jeff Keasberry (Chef Jeff) aan, samen met bijna-vaste gast Jess Anthonio uit Almere.

Met een knipoog — “Ik zag van... more

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Recent Guests

Elsbeth Vernout
Theatre maker, co-host of Riboet Verhalenkunst
Riboet Verhalenkunst
Episode: IndoBros: Roots, Rijst, Riboet
Wendy Ripassa
Co-host of Riboet Verhalenkunst
Riboet Verhalenkunst
Episode: IndoBros: Roots, Rijst, Riboet
Janice Gabriel
Food writer, researcher, curator, and London‑based television producer
Independent/ London-based
Episode: The Legacy of Sri Owen - Cook, Writer, Historian
Bridget White
Award-winning author and culinary voice documenting Anglo-Indian stories and recipes
Independent author and culinary historian
Episode: Between Empires: The Indo–Anglo Connection
Armando Ello
Photographer and founder of the Doubt Indo project
Doubt Indo
Episode: Indo Bros 14 episode in Dutch
Francis Kuijk
Chef, culinary author, ambassador of Indonesian and Indisch cuisine
Episode: Three continents, Two Cultures, One Plate
Eka Moncarre
Founder of La Maison de l'Indonésie
La Maison de l'Indonésie
Episode: Indonesian Spice Routes to Paris
Helena Smit
Founder of Eating Habits; curator of Indo and Indonesian food culture
Eating Habits
Episode: When Eating Habits Tell A Story
Jess Antonio
Indo Bro guest; special guest star in Almere, Netherlands
Indo Bros / The Rice Table
Episode: INDOBROS – Love Is In The Air – Valentine Special

Host

Jeff Keasberry
Host of The Rice Table podcast

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • If you don’t have this cook book, you should !

    As freshly learning, my Indo Dutch heritage. This cook book has seriously helped me with any recipe and ingredients I needed. I’m so glad to have this cultural book in my kitchen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NeilDani
    United States3 years ago
  • Erg Leuk!

    Jeff and the Indo-Dutch “boys club” made me laugh as they were having such a good time with great conversation! —-Jeff en de Indische-Nederlandse jongensclub maakten me aan het lachen, ze hadden zo'n leuke tijd en een goed gesprek!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sillywaxy
    United States3 years ago
  • Geweldig!

    Really enjoy listening to this podcast!

    Merel Scheepens

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    prtprtprt
    United States3 years ago
  • A culinary podcast treat by a passionate dutch indonesian food chefcook

    It is so nice to listen to Jeff Keasberry. He is funny and passionate about dutch indonesian food and finds people to interview that share that passion. It will make you longing for more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Great Dr Kast
    United States4 years ago
  • An absolute must-hear!

    Jeff knows better than anyone how to combine Indo-Dutch cuisine and history, the life stories of culinary experts, and the kitchen secrets behind world's most delicious dishes into a podcast that doesn't bore a minute! Hunger guaranteed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    iMERAH
    United States4 years ago

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Guests are described as engaging and well-chosen for culture-focused food stories.
Listeners praise the host's warmth and depth of culinary knowledge.
Shows are valued for blending memory, history, and cooking techniques into accessible conversations.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#55
Indonesia/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#133
Saudi Arabia/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#217
Netherlands/Arts/Food

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Legacy of Sri Owen - Cook, Writer, Historian
Q: What do you see as the essential elements of Sri Owen's legacy for future generations of cooks and writers?
The guest highlights Sri's emphasis on cultural context, accessibility of recipes, and the idea that cooking is a form of storytelling and memory that travels beyond borders; she also notes the need to demystify Indonesian cooking for new generations.
The Legacy of Sri Owen - Cook, Writer, Historian
Q: Why do you think Indonesian cuisine hasn't reached the same global recognition as Thai or Japanese?
The guest notes that Indonesia lacks the sustained, government-backed promotion and archival infrastructure seen in places like Korea, and emphasizes the importance of national support for research, documentation, and diaspora engagement.
The Legacy of Sri Owen - Cook, Writer, Historian
Q: I'm glad you could join. Janice, take us back to the 1990s. How did you first meet Sri Owen in Java?
Janice explains she first met Sri in London through her connections in TV and food journalism, then describes meeting Sri in her Wimbledon kitchen and beginning collaborative work that led to researching for a regional cookbook.
Between Empires: The Indo–Anglo Connection
Q: So maybe to start, can you share a bit about your own background and how Anglo-Indian identity has shaped your relationship with food and culture?
Bridget describes being Anglo-Indian through a blend of European and Indian ancestry, with a family history tied to Portugal, Dutch, and British influences. She explains that Anglo-Indian food is a pan-Indian fusion that reflects regional variations, and that memory and the home environment are central to maintaining identity across generations.
Three continents, Two Cultures, One Plate
Q: How did being on the show change the way people listen to your food story?
It broadened recognition beyond the kitchen to mainstream audiences, making my Indonesian and Australian roots part of a visible, shared narrative that encouraged viewers to engage with my work and explore Indo-Dutch cooking further.

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A flavorful exploration of food, memory, and cross-cultural heritage, with conversations that blend personal history, culinary technique, and diaspora dynamics. Episodes often center Indonesian-Dutch culinary traditions, culinary writers and chefs, and how dishes travel, adapt, and carry cultural memory across generations and borders. Notable strengths include bilingual hosts, guests spanning chefs, authors, and artists, and a clear focus on storytelling through food, culture, and history. The format frequently combines in‑depth interviews with practical cooking anecdotes, making it appealing to food historians, culinary professionals, and culture enthusiasts looking for richly contextual conversations and actionable cooking insights.

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Recent guests on The Rice Table include:

1. Elsbeth Vernout
2. Wendy Ripassa
3. Janice Gabriel
4. Bridget White
5. Armando Ello
6. Francis Kuijk
7. Eka Moncarre
8. Helena Smit

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