FOOD and WINE with CHEF JAMIE GWEN

Grill season is on, and we’re talking char, barbecue clams, and summer cooking tips. David Leite shares fresh strawberry ideas, and Jessica Formicola brings easy beef recipes from her cookbook, Beef It Up.

This week, we’re turning up the heat with next-level summer grilling and smoky flavor inspiration. Certified barbecue judge and award-winning pitmaster Ray Sheehan shares rib secrets you need to know, and food writer and Leite’s Culinaria founder David Leite breaks down the smash burger craze. We wrap it with a charred peach dessert you’ll dream about because that’s your Last Bite.

We're breaking down the best cuts of beef for summer grilling and wines (and sauces) to match. Then, The Last Sweet Bite author, Michael Shaikh, plus food writer David Leite of Leite’s Culinaria, brings the scoop on all things ice cream. And don’t miss this week’s Last Bite, my go-to chimichurri recipe for steak perfection.

Summer’s heating up, and so is your grill. Barbecue pro Ed Randolph, founder of Handsome Devil BBQ, shares road trip-worthy smokehouse secrets, and Claire Tansey, author of Dinner Uncomplicated, makes weeknight meals a breeze. Plus, my favorite way to savor the season’s sweetest crop is in this week’s Last Bite.

Master the art of emulsified vinaigrettes with a few pantry staples and a little science. Pastry Chef and TV favorite Zac Young stops by to talk about sweet obsessions. And don’t miss my five-ingredient coconut curry cod, your new weeknight winner and this week’s Last Bite.

Brunch just got better with a DIY Bloody Mary cocktail. Fun, flavorful, and guest-approved. Food writer David Leite, allergy-friendly cook Kayla Cappiello, and okra advocate Chris Smith bring fresh inspiration. And don’t miss my dreamy three-ingredient coffee mousse, perfect for mom or any coffee lover.

Nutella unveils its first new flavor in over 60 years. Plus, Scott Conant stops by to chat about his latest show, House of Knives, pasta favorites, and what’s next. And if summer grilling is calling, don’t miss the smoky kielbasa recipe you’ll want on repeat.

From the magic of smoked paprika to plant-based eats across America, we’ve got bold flavor and big ideas. Chef Janice Tiefenbach joins us to dish on the cult-favorite cookbook Salad Pizza Wine, and Veronica Phil shares travel-worthy vegan finds from 18 cities. Plus, don’t miss my secret green sauce, sun-safe, dairy-free, and totally addictive.

This episode fires up with a grilling tutorial on ribs, baby backs, St. Louis-style, and everything in between, just in time for summer. Then, chef and author Jesse Valenciana joins to talk about all things birria and his new Nashville spot, Secret Bodega. Plus, we celebrate the return of the Mars Bar and sip a refreshing watermelon agua fresca.

05-11-2025 by Chef Jamie Gwen

Halloumi’s squeaky, grill-friendly texture makes it a perfect meatless dish. In food news: Oreo and Sour Patch Kids team up for a sweet-sour snack. Plus, Tyler Florence shares his culinary journey, and Scott Kaylin introduces his gourmet pickle empire. Last Bite: Try the frittoffel—frittata cooked in a waffle maker for a fun twist on breakfast!

Blend up bold flavors and big ideas—starting with why your blender should be your kitchen MVP. Cookbook star Jessica Merchant stops by to talk Easy Every Day, her latest best-seller packed with real-life recipes. Plus, a 5-ingredient Miso Chili Noodles dish makes the cut for this week’s Last Bite.

Bake your way into spring with a heavenly ode to Angel Food Cake—light, lean, and perfect for leftover egg whites. In food news: McDonald’s debuts a scented billboard in the Netherlands. Plus, TV food icon Karen Katz dishes on her memoir Getting Sauced, and this week’s Last Bite features dreamy 4-ingredient peanut butter cookies.

Celebrates Tahini's versatility, while Robert Schueller of Melissa’s Produce highlights Ojai Pixie tangerines. James Beard Award Winner David Leite shares his favorite pasta shapes and recipes.

Spring has officially sprung—and we’re celebrating with fresh, vibrant asparagus and a whole lotta carb love. I’m sharing tips on choosing the best spears, my go-to cooking methods, and a French toast hack that starts with ice cream from the freezer. Plus, bestselling author Phoebe Lapine is back with her crave-worthy new cookbook, CARBIVORE. Food freedom? Yes, please.

Get to know San Francisco’s baking sensation, Lauren Arnsdorff of Flour & Branch! From pandemic start-up to cookie empire, she’s redefining nostalgic sweets with passion and grit. Plus, I’m sharing my ultimate spring menu and tips to freshen up your pantry. Let’s welcome the season deliciously.

Food, history, and flavor collide! We explore Peru’s culinary rise with Professor Robert Bradley, author of Eating Peru. From ceviche to pisco, alfajores to ancient traditions — it’s a journey for the senses. Plus, let’s talk luscious passion fruit curd!

Elevate your passion for food with the incredible Dylan Hollis, a New York Times bestselling author, as he shares his latest cookbook, Baking Across America! Plus, stick around for an exciting tutorial on the molecular structure of cheese and a Halloumi 101 lesson to enhance your culinary skills!

Buttery Lemon Pasta shines in the spotlight, featuring Shauna Davis, the butter connoisseur, while vodka butter and butter boards trend across the culinary scene! Plus, we’re savoring Momofuku pickles, where every vegetable bursts with distinct flavor! Join us at ZD Wines with winemaker Brandon DeLeuze from Napa Valley.

Smoked paprika turns up the flavor, Blue Bell’s Banana Fudge ice cream returns, and Sarah Ahn shares soulful Korean recipes from her new cookbook Umma!

Let’s kick off our chili party as we celebrate chowder — that rich, creamy soup perfect for warming your soul on a chilly day! Join Gesine Bullock-Prado, host of Food Network's Baked in Vermont, with her beautiful book, My Vermont Table, and welcome back Gemma Stafford with her delightful Bigger Bolder Baking Every Day!

Portuguese Flavors with David Leite, The Culinary Genius of Emmitt’s Vegas: Chef Antwan Ellis, and a taste of comfort with homemade favorites!

Winter Produce with Melissa’s Produce Guru Robert Scheuller, Claire Tansey makes Dinner Uncomplicated and I Love Brown Butter!

Chef Gator Guilbeau of Yellowstone fame and Bacon Makes Everything Better.

Ellie Krieger makes Winter Meals deliciously healthy, Mixologist Tony Abou-Ganim on Whiskey and Parsnip Perfection.