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New York Times Columnist  and cookbook writer, David Tanis join Dara to chat about his new cookbook David Tanis Market Cooking.  Then, Dara gives you some recipes for peas and answers your questions.

There's more to New England cooking than clam dishes (bakes and chowders).  Chef and author Matt Jennings proves this point when he chats with Dara about his new cookbook.

Author Johanna Kindvall talks about her heritage of Swedish cooking and the true meaning of the smorgasbord.  Chef Dinesh Jayawardena previews an interesting event at the Mall of America.  Plus, how can apples be used in savory dishes?

Food author Laura Shapiro joins the program to talk about the meals that famous, and infamous, women in history consumed.  Then, Dara keeps kale alive with her top recipes.

Cook, author, and TV personality Gabriele Corcos about the new cookbook he wrote with wife & actress Debi Mazar.  Milwaukee-based chef Justin Aprahamian talks about coming into Viking territory for a Taste of the NFL event.

The Sioux Chef, Sean Sherman, joins Dara in studio to talk about his new cookbook and the art of indigenous cooking.  Then, we hear about our host's best muskmelon/cantaloupe recipes.

Legendary chef and author Jacques Pepin has come out with a new book.  He joins Dara to discuss it, as well as his historic career in cooking.  Plus, we hear some fun hot dog recipes.

How has a scrawny animal nicknamed "yardbird" become an American food staple?  "Big Chicken" author Maryn McKenna explains.  Matt Brown of Travail discusses Saturday's Geilfest.

Dara broadcast this week's show from the Bacon Bash in River Falls.  Her guests include Chamber of Commerce CEO Chris Blasius, Damon Holter of Croix Valley Foods, and marketing expert Craig Hofland.

It's an apple cider day on the show. We hear from owners Gretchen Perbix (Sweetland Orchard) and Jim Watkins (Sociable Cider Werks). Plus, Dara reveals her top zucchini recipes.

He's a restaurant owner, a TV star, and a consumer of many a "bizarre" food.  Andrew Zimmern joins Dara at the State Fair to discuss food headlines and more.

Dara brings MN Farmers' Union president Gary Wertish, Mademoiselle Miel founder Susan Brown, and Bryan Dahl of Insight Brewing to our State Fair porch, along with a volunteer from the Hamline Dining Hall.

Is there a threat to the coffee industry through Climate Change?  Peace Coffee CEO Lee Wallace discusses that.  Then, Dara gives us some ways to use those cucumbers in your garden.

Author Howard Markel looks into the history of an American staple, Corn Flakes.  Then, Dara shares her top recipes for snap beans.

Dara talks turkey, or rather, turkey myths with Ferndale Market GM John Peterson. We hear a preview of Saturday's "Beer, Bacon, & Burger Fest" from Erik Forsberg. Plus, Dara shares her top turkey burger recipes.

Dara talks beer & Summer with Summit Brewing head brewer Damian McConn.  Plus, we hear her top potato salad recipes.

Dara speaks with restauranteur Scott Pampuch about the new spot he's involved with (Dalton and Wade) and the minimum wage increase in Minneapolis.  Plus, hear some top snap pea recipes.

What is Kernza beer? Sandy Boss Febbo (Bang Brewing) and Lee DeHaan (The Land Institute) explain. Chef Sean Smalley previews next weekend's Lumberjack Days. Plus, Dara shares her top salad dressing recipes.

In this "Best of" edition, Dara chats with authors Gary Taubes ("The Case Against Sugar"), Samin Nosrat ("Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat"), and Emelyn Rude ("Tastes Like Chicken").

Breaking Bread executive chef Lachelle Cunningham and Appetite for Change co-founder Michelle Horovitz talk about the practice of social enterprise restaurants. Plus, Dara shares her top kohlrabi recipes.