The Splendid Table: Conversations & Recipes For Curious Cooks & Eaters
American Public MediaIf you love to eat, cook and travel, The Splendid Table is your weekly go-to source. Our public radio program has been connecting people through the common language of food for over three decades. Hosted by award-winning food journalist Francis Lam, each week we bring you fresh voices and surprising conversations at the intersection of cooking, people and culture. We cover all things food – from r... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 791 | Founded | 21 years ago |
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This week, we’re talking to two amazing cooks about how they cook at home. First, New York Times Cooking contributor Kay Chun talks about her family, the influences who taught her how to cook with patience, tenderness, and discipline! Her dishes, ins... more
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This week, we get deep into Indian Street food with James Beard Award-winning chef Meherwan Irani. Meherwan brings the addictive energy and tastes of Indian street food into your kitchen. He walks us through some of his favorites, like vada pav (spic... more
This week, we’re diving into Italian cooking, from the Pacific Northwest to the Bronx. First, chef and author Joshua McFadden joins us to talk about Six Seasons of Pasta, his love letter to everyone’s favorite food. Known for his hit cookbook Six Sea... more
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I have been listening to TST since its inception. Francis seems a lovely person and is an excellent interviewer. However, the podcast has become a showcase for pitching cookbooks. I regret that my interest has waned as a result.
Apple Podcasts3eonc12345
United Statesa month ago - Engaging Conversations
This podcast is a true delight for anyone who loves food, culture, and storytelling. The podcast is both informative and inspiring, making a wonderful companion for Home cooks, food, lovers, and lifelong learners alike. Give it a listen!
Apple Podcasts5Anna Hall - Your Expert GuestUnited States5 months ago - Swordfish tahini recipe
Something is messed up. Too much water in the tahini sauce? Turned out very salty, overcooked and the sauce never browned.
Apple Podcasts3Susie’s GardenUnited States7 months ago - Support NPR
Love the podcast, even the reruns!!! People KEEP SUPPORTING OUR PUBLIC BROADCASTING!!!!
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Apple Podcasts | #4 | United States/Arts/Food |
Apple Podcasts | #24 | United States/Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #7 |  Canada/Arts/Food |
Apple Podcasts | #31 |  United Kingdom/Arts/Food |
Apple Podcasts | #61 | Canada/Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #18 |  Australia/Arts/Food |
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The show consistently centers on food as a lens for culture, memory, and community, featuring conversations with renowned chefs, cookbook authors, journalists, and food historians. Guests explore heritage, tradition, and inventive cooking—from regional sauces and fermentation to storytelling around family meals and travel-inspired recipes. With a warm, curious host guiding in-depth discussions, each episode blends culinary technique with personal narratives, offering practical tips and broad cultural context that appeals to curious home cooks and professionals alike. Notable strengths include thoughtful hosting, a wide-ranging guest list, and interviews that make food history and contemporary cooking feel accessible and inspiring.
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this podcast launched 21 years ago and published 791 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on this podcast include:
1. Tony Shalhoub
2. Maureen Abood
3. Meherwan Irani
4. Ming-Na Wen
5. Eric Ripert
6. Roz Chast
7. Jason Adam Katzenstein
8. Aleksandra Crapanzano
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