Deep South Dining

For our first show of 2017 we’re keeping everything fresh! Where do you like to shop for your fresh fruits and vegetables? What are your favorite recipes that involve fresh ingredients? And how do you store your fresh foods so they last longer? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This morning we’ll discuss the traditional first meal of the new year. Do you and your family eat black eyed peas on January first? What else do you eat with it? Cabbage? Greens? Cornbread? Do you know the reason why people eat this meal on January first? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Where’s the beef? We’re talking about pot roasts on our show today. How do you pick out a good pot roast in the store? Is it better to cook a pot roast in the oven or a slow cooker? And what are the best sides and vegetables to serve with it? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’ve already discussed our favorite holiday bird rituals. Now we need the side dishes! What’s the special side dish that you bring to the table? Does your family do dressing or stuffing? Do you have the best Macaroni and cheese? And what type of pies and cakes are you bringing to the dessert table? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re going to see how the holiday cookies crumble on our show today! Holiday candy is on the menu today too. What is your favorite type of cookie during the holiday season? How do you like to decorate your cookies? Icing? Sprinkles? How do you make the perfect gingerbread cookies? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This morning we’ll discuss a perfect meal for when the weather starts to get cold, chili. Where exactly did chili originate? How do you cook the best pot of chili? And what are the rules to having a chili cookoff competition? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Halloween is one week away! And we want to talk about Halloween treats you can put together for your spooky guests. In need of a creepy appetizer idea? What type of spooky pastries or cupcakes can you whip up? Have you ever made a haunting Halloween punch? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the temperature drops we want to start the day with a warm breakfast meal, grits! What exactly are grits made from? Do they have any nutritional value? Do prefer your grits with salt or sugar? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

October is here! And we all know that means it’s time to break out the pumpkins! And that’s exactly what we are doing on today’s show. What’s the secret to picking the best pumpkin for cooking? How do you remove all the seeds? How do you bake the perfect pumpkin pie? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Football season is up and running! So today we want to talk about your favorite foods for the tailgate! Do you like to fire up the grill at the stadium or prepare the dish at home? What type of dip do you like to bring to the tailgate party? Do you have a favorite sandwich or burger you like to prepare? Do you have a special chicken wings recipe you want to share? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

We’re going inside the restaurant to talk about pastries on today’s show. What’s your favorite pasty to order at a restaurant? Have you tried to bake it at home? Do you have a family pastry recipe you would like to share? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The kids are back in school and everyone’s schedule is busy. And to avoid fast food, we want to talk about quick and easy meal recipes on today’s show. What’s your go-to quick meal that your family loves? Do you have a favorite chicken or beef recipe that doesn’t take much time to whip up? What type of fish or seafood recipes get you cook in 15 to 30 minutes? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

Kick your feet up, relax, and take a load off because we’re talking about your favorite comfort foods. When’s the last time you had a good plate of spaghetti and meatballs? What’s your secret fried chicken recipe? What about homemade French fries and mashed potatoes? And what desserts give you comfort? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Preheat the oven and get your sweet tooth ready because we’re baking pies on our show today. What’s the best way to make homemade pies with fruit ingredients? How do you make the crust? What’s the secret to a perfect sweet potato or pecan? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we take a closer look at the fourth meal of brunch! So what foods are included in the perfect brunch menu? Does French toast make the cut? What about omelets or frittata or eggs benedict? Or maybe there’s a particular brunch sandwich you would like to try? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we are talking about the meal before your meal, the salad. What is your favorite type of salad? Garden or Caesar? Potato or Pasta? And what type of salad dressing do you prefer? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s all about chops on today’s show. How do you season your pork chops? Do you prefer them fried or baked? What’s the perfect recipe for lamb chops? What sides are good to serve with lamb chops? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today is National Blueberry Muffin Day! So we’re preheating our oven to bake up some muffins! What is your favorite muffin flavor? What’s the problem when muffins don’t rise? And what’s the difference between muffins and cupcakes? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we’ll talk to Gregory Dublin about his Dublin’s Soul Food restaurant in California. What’s the difference between soul food in California and Mississippi? Do Californians enjoy soul food as much as the south does? And what are some healthier ways to make soul food? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re in a summer and coastal mood today. We’re talking shellfish and the many different ways to enjoy them. Crab, shrimp, muscles, oysters, clams, lobster; we’ll talk about it all. And we’ll take your calls and get your favorite ways to cook shellfish. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.