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The Splendid Table: Conversations & Recipes For Curious Cooks & Eaters

American Public Media
Thanksgiving
Pizza
Baking
Cooking
Grains
Cooking Tips
Chocolate Chip Cookies
World Peace Cookie
Beans
Seafood
Culinary Techniques
Butternut Squash
Collard Greens
Coconut Milk
Harissa
Food Writing
Masala Chai
Hawaii
Chinese Cuisine
Greek Food

If 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

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This week, we dedicate the entire episode to answering your bread baking questions with two brilliant bakers and teachers, King Arthur’s very own Jessica Battilana, Staff Editor, and Martin Philip, King Arthur’s Baking Ambassador. While King Arthur h... more

This week, we’re joined in the studio by food superstar and philanthropist Jamie Oliver. We talk about his start in food, growing up above a small-town pub, and finding himself at the iconic River Café with Ruth Rogers and Rose Gray, and later becomi... more

We're taking the show on the road this year to celebrate our 30th Anniversary! This week, we bring you to our first stop, Indianapolis, in partnership with WFYI. We dig into the local food scene with restaurateur Martha Hoover, founder of Cafe Patach... more

This week, we’re all about mindfulness in our kitchens. First, we explore a whole new meaning of fancy with author and recipe developer Jerrelle Guy. She shares her unusual thinking and creative recipes that can transform your everyday eating. The li... more

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Recent Guests

Jessica Battilana
Staff editor at The King Arthur Baking Company
The King Arthur Baking Company
Episode: 822: The King Arthur Baking Company's Big Book of Bread with Jessica Battilana and Martin Philip
Martin Philip
Head bread baker at The King Arthur Baking Company
The King Arthur Baking Company
Episode: 822: The King Arthur Baking Company's Big Book of Bread with Jessica Battilana and Martin Philip
Jamie Oliver
Famous British Chef, author of nearly 30 cookbooks, and educator on healthy eating
Jamie Oliver Group
Episode: 844: Global Food Activist and Bestselling Cookbook Author: Jamie Oliver
Martha Hoover
Owner of Cafe Patachou and restaurateur known for her contributions to Indianapolis' food scene
Cafe Patachou
Episode: 821: The Splendid Tour- Celebrating 30 Years: Live from Indianapolis
Samir Mohammad
Chef and co-owner of 9th Street Bistro, involved in promoting local farm relationships
9th Street Bistro
Episode: 821: The Splendid Tour- Celebrating 30 Years: Live from Indianapolis
Zoe Taylor
Pastry chef and co-owner of Borage Cafe and Bakery, noted for her approachable menu
Borage Cafe and Bakery
Episode: 821: The Splendid Tour- Celebrating 30 Years: Live from Indianapolis
Brian Garrido
Food writer and correspondent for Eater Indianapolis, focused on spotlighting local dining
Eater Indianapolis
Episode: 821: The Splendid Tour- Celebrating 30 Years: Live from Indianapolis
Isaac Roman
Co-owner of Rene's Bakery, previously trained under Albert Rene
Rene's Bakery
Episode: 821: The Splendid Tour- Celebrating 30 Years: Live from Indianapolis
Thomas Hayes
Co-owner of Rene's Bakery, previously worked in various restaurants including Rise
Rene's Bakery
Episode: 821: The Splendid Tour- Celebrating 30 Years: Live from Indianapolis

Host

Francis Lam
Host of The Splendid Table, an award-winning food journalist known for engaging storytelling and thought-provoking culinary discussions.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 3.5k ratings
  • Support NPR

    Love the podcast, even the reruns!!! People KEEP SUPPORTING OUR PUBLIC BROADCASTING!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wixon82
    United Statesa month ago
  • Pls stop supporting Starbucks who fund genocide + other issues

    Hello! I love this podcast, but pls remove Starbucks from your ads they aid in the genocide of Palestinian people, they are union busters, and have harmful environmental practices.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    M monsta
    United States5 months ago
  • HAPPY DAZE

    Such a pleasant way to spend some alone time!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I Now Know!
    United States7 months ago
  • Insights into food and people

    I enjoyed The Splendid Table’s hands-on approach to cooking under its original host, Lynne Rossetto Kasper. After she retired, the show found a whole new mojo with Francis Lam, who is smart and unpretentious and funny, not to mention very well connected in the food world. As an interviewer, he puts his guests at ease and draws out their sometimes surprising feelings and insights. This podcast has influenced my cooking and my thinking about food, but I would probably still listen even if it didn... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Professor Dave
    United States8 months ago
  • Good, when there’s new content

    A great program, but new content is limited. Too many re-runs.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    I dream of cheese 2.0
    United States9 months ago

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The warm and welcoming tone of discussions is noted as comforting and inspiring.
The engaging storytelling and diversity of guests are frequently praised.
Listeners appreciate the thoughtful exploration of food and its cultural connections.
Some listeners express frustration over re-airing episodes, asking for more original content.

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#14
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Apple Podcasts
#54
United States/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#15
Canada/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#28
United Kingdom/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#144
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Apple Podcasts
#201
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Talking Points

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840: Holiday Traditions Around the World with Hetty Lui McKinnon and Yasmin Khan
Q: How do you celebrate the holidays? What are you looking forward to?
I look forward to cooking for fun and creating memorable moments with my family during the holidays, where I make a mishmash of dishes from different cuisines.
Turkey Confidential 2025
Q: How to ensure everything is ready and hot for Thanksgiving?
Prepare dishes ahead, use room-temperature options, and rethink cooking methods to avoid being frantically cooking at the last minute.
Turkey Confidential 2025
Q: What to prepare for Thanksgiving when short on time and guests?
Focus on dishes that can be made in advance, like stews, braises, and room-temperature side salads.
Turkey Confidential 2025
Q: How to make mashed potatoes fluffy instead of gooey?
Francis suggests using a food mill for mashing, using hot butter and cream, and avoiding excessive stirring to keep them fluffy.
838: Our All-American Thanksgiving with Padma Lakshmi and Dorie Greenspan
Q: What do you think about cakes on Thanksgiving?
Dorie believes that cakes can add a fun and delicious alternative to traditional Thanksgiving desserts like pie.

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The content focuses broadly on the cultural significance of food and the connections it fosters among people. Each episode features a variety of guests, including chefs, food writers, and experts from diverse backgrounds who share their stories and insights, ranging from recipes and culinary traditions to health, nutrition, and the emotional ties people have with their food. A distinctive aspect of this series is its inclusive approach, showcasing not only renowned figures in the culinary world but also lesser-known home cooks and local practitioners, which adds depth to the exploration of global food practices and traditions. This podcast is likely to cater to food enthusiasts who appreciate the nuanced discussions surrounding cooking as a... more

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1. Jessica Battilana
2. Martin Philip
3. Jamie Oliver
4. Martha Hoover
5. Samir Mohammad
6. Zoe Taylor
7. Brian Garrido
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