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The Korean Vegan was born when lawyer Joanne Lee Molinaro started veganizing the beloved dishes she grew up eating, including kimchi. (Yes, she cracked the code for vegan kimchi!) Her TikTok account blew up, her debut cookbook became a bestseller, and today, Joanne is a full-time content creator with millions of followers.  She joined host Kerry Diamond to talk about her second cookbook, “Korean V...

Today is the first episode of our new miniseries in partnership with Destination Canada, where we shine a spotlight on some of our favorite Canadian chefs, creators, and culinary stars. We’re kicking things off with the wonderfully talented Amy Ho, the baker, blogger, and author behind Constellation Inspiration. You may know Amy from her She’s My Cherry Pie episodes on her viral mooncakes and whim...

Today’s guest is the one and only Bobbi Brown—the legendary makeup artist, entrepreneur, and author. Bobbi just released her very first memoir, “Still Bobbi: A Master Class in Leading an Authentic Life,” and it’s a revealing look at her triumphs, challenges, family, and the values that drive her.  Bobbi joins host Kerry Diamond to reflect on building brands, the lessons she’s learned from both suc...

Melissa King is back! The “Top Chef” champion stops by to chat about her debut book, “Cook Like a King: Recipes from My California Kitchen,” and how it’s a roadmap of her life.  Melissa got her start as a latchkey kid making meals for her parents, who worked as engineers. She used the microwave until her folks trusted her with the stove, and her mom even gifted her a child-size meat cleaver when s...

What’s an affiliate link, and how is it changing the way we shop? Tiffany Lopinsky , co-founder and president of ShopMy , joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about the future of shopping. ShopMy, launched in 2020, has quickly become a must-use platform, with more than 150,000 creators and 1,000 brands onboard—and over $75 million raised. Tiffany shares her journey from running a social media food acc...

We’re counting down the days to Jubilee L.A., our big conference taking place Sunday, Sept. 28th. In the spirit of what’s to come, we’re revisiting one of the most powerful conversations from this year’s Jubilee in New York City: “ Meet the Moment: The Power of Food and Storytelling in Creating Change.” Moderated by writer and cookbook author Klancy Miller of “ For the Culture ,” this inspiring pa...

Today’s guest is Rosie Kellett, author of “ In for Dinner: 101 Delicious, Affordable Recipes to Share. ” Rosie stopped by the studio while she was in New York to celebrate the launch of her debut cookbook, which was inspired by her unique communal living setup in London. She and her housemates share the costs of groceries, divvy up chores, and cook for one another, creating a household where food...

It wouldn’t be a Sexy Italian Summer without Giada De Laurentiis! For the final episode of our special miniseries, host Kerry Diamond is joined by the beloved chef, food TV personality, restaurateur, and bestselling author to talk about what’s new in her world. Giada recently marked a milestone birthday, opened a brand-new restaurant outside of Chicago ( Sorellina by Giada ), and released her late...

Molly Baz, author, recipe developer, mom, and entrepreneur, joins us to talk about the unexpected turns her life has taken since leaving Bon Appétit in 2020 and putting down roots in Los Angeles. There’s Molly’s entrepreneur life, which includes the Ayoh mayo and sando sauce company , Drink This Wine, and the Face Plant fast-food spot in Portland, Oregon; her partnerships with brands like Special...

On today’s show, Academy Award–winning actor Olivia Colman joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about her brand-new dark comedy, “The Roses,” a reimagining of the 1989 classic “The War of the Roses.” Olivia plays Ivy Rose, a chef and restaurateur whose marriage to Theo Rose, a frustrated architect, unravels spectacularly. Olivia is joined by Dorothy Barrick, the film’s food stylist. The two share how...

Today’s guest is Julia Sullivan , the award-winning chef and restaurateur behind Nashville’s beloved Henrietta Red and the stylish new Judith in Sewanee, Tennessee. Growing up in Nashville and honing her skills in top kitchens across the country, Julia returned home to create warm, welcoming restaurants rooted in thoughtful, seasonal cooking. Julia joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about her life a...

Today’s guest is Tamu McPherson, the beloved tastemaker and storyteller behind All the Pretty Birds. Born in Jamaica and raised in New York, Tamu left behind a career in law to pursue love and her creative passions, carving out a space in fashion, photography, and media with her vibrant perspective. She founded All the Pretty Birds, a platform that champions diverse voices and celebrates personal...

Kelsey Glasser got bit by the acting bug as a child. The Willamette Valley native headed to NYU for college, then to Hollywood to pursue a career in film and TV. To make ends meet, she started working in restaurants and found herself at José Andrés’ Bazaar. As she learned about winemakers and their stories, she found herself falling in love with the world of wine. In time, she became a sommelier a...

We’re serving up another delicious helping of our Sexy Italian Summer miniseries, and today’s guest is Angie Rito, the culinary force behind two of New York City’s hottest Italian-American restaurants, Don Angie and San Sabino. Angie and her husband Scott have reimagined beloved red sauce classics with bold, modern twists—think their famous pinwheel lasagna and bright chrysanthemum salad. She’s al...

Chef and restaurateur Sohui Kim wears many hats—co-owner of two beloved Brooklyn spots, cookbook author, community builder, and mom. At Insa , she serves up Korean BBQ and karaoke with a side of joy. At Gage & Tollner , she honors the storied history of the legendary dining room once graced by the great Edna Lewis (catch Edna’s niece, Nina Williams-Mbengue, on Radio Cherry Bombe here , and tune in...

We’re kicking off our Sexy Italian Summer miniseries with J.J. Martin, the California-born, Milan-based founder, Creative Director, and Chief Spiritual Officer of La DoubleJ, the maximalist fashion and lifestyle brand celebrated for its bold vintage prints, spiritual energy, and Italian craftsmanship. J.J. is also the author of “Mamma Milano: Lessons from the Motherland.” J.J. joins host Kerry Dia...

If you’re agonizing over a big life decision, Chef Tracy has a simple solution for you. Flip a coin. It sounds crazy, but that’s exactly what she and her husband, Arjav Ezekiel , did when they couldn’t decide where to move. Start their future together in Portland, Oregon, where Arjav was from? Or move to bustling Austin? They tossed a quarter in the air and let fate decide.  “Tails, it’s Texas” pr...

Hey, listeners! Somewhere in my notes app is a list of people I’d like to interview for the podcast, and today I get to cross off one of those names– Youngmi Mayer . I’ve wanted to talk to Youngmi ever since I read her memoir, “I’m Laughing Because I’m Crying ,” which I picked up after seeing her perform a stand-up routine at the Bell House in Brooklyn earlier this year as part of an abortion righ...

Hi, listeners! Host Kerry Diamond here. Welcome to the show notes, and thank you for listening. If no one has told you lately, you clearly have great taste in podcasts. Today’s guest is Substack queen , bestselling author & boy mom Caroline Chambers recorded live at Jubilee NYC, Cherry Bombe’s annual conference. (Curious about Jubilee? Join us at the upcoming Jubilee in L.A. ) My favorite thing ab...

Feminist icon Gloria Steinem was the keynote speaker at our Jubilee conference held in New York City this past April. An inspiration to millions of women around the world for her trailblazing work, writings, and protesting, Gloria was interviewed by her longtime collaborator Amy Richards. They discussed everything from the need for community to the current President to Gloria’s goal of living past...

In honor of The Bear Season 4 dropping in June, we’re re-airing our interview from 2023 with actor Liza Colón-Zayas. Liza plays Tina, the tough on the outside, soft on the inside cook, dealing with change and grief, and learning to find joy in the small moments. She joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about her career, her perseverance, and what The Bear has meant to her.  If you missed our previous...

For today’s episode of Radio Cherry Bombe, we are airing an episode of She’s My Cherry Pie, The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network’s baking show. Host Jessie Sheehan is joined by Bobbie Lloyd, the CEO and Chief Baking Officer of the legendary Magnolia Bakery in New York City. Bobbie is also a cookbook author, and her latest book, “The Magnolia Bakery Handbook Vol. 2: Icebox Desserts,” was released earli...

Today’s guest is Adé Carrena, chef and founder of Dounou Cuisine culinary project and the iLéWA Foods spice blend company. A native of Bénin, Adé was adopted at the age of 10 and grew up with a Puerto Rican family in Connecticut. Today, she calls Raleigh, North Carolina, home, and she’s been on a journey of reclamation ever since, raising her daughter, pivoting from banking to culinary, launching...

It’s the final episode of our special Power Miniseries, and our guest is Mashama Bailey, chef and co-owner of The Grey in Savannah and the soon-to-open L’Arrêt in Paris. Mashama is a chef we’ve come to know and love at Cherry Bombe, and she’s one of the cover stars of our new Power issue. She has been the subject of a “Chef's Table” documentary on Netflix, has her own MasterClass on Southern cooki...

Today’s guest is Cheetie Kumar, self-taught chef, rock and roller, and restaurant industry champion. She and her husband Paul are the owners of Ajja, a restaurant in Raleigh, North Carolina, that celebrates the bold, beautiful flavors she loves. Ajja means “come over” in Hindi and Urdu, as Cheetie explains, and it’s the perfect word to describe their buzzy neighborhood spot.  Cheetie is also vice...