goodtaste for the Soul

What if a few simple ingredients could open up a new world of flavor in your kitchen? Today, we’re talking with someone who knows a thing or two about that! Meet one of my favorite chefs-- Fernando Desa, corporate chef for Goya Foods. His demanding job takes him around the world, exploring flavors, discovering inspiration, and helping create products that bring delicious possibilities to home cook...

When life feels uncertain, fear creeps in, or the future looks nothing like we expected, where do we find the courage to keep going? In this episode, we sit down with New York Times bestselling author and pastor Max Lucado to talk about his book Unbreakable Courage and how the biblical story of Elijah offers a powerful, timeless lesson in facing life's challenges with faith and trust in God....

https://www.hillcountrypregnancycarecenter.org/ This isn’t an easy conversation, but after hearing stories recently that truly touched my heart, I felt compelled to explore a side of abortion we don’t talk about nearly enough. We’re not here to debate whether abortion is right or wrong. We’re asking a different question: What happens next? What emotions surface? What questions linger? And what hap...

If you haven’t been to Chef’s Table in Houston, you’ll want to add it to your must-do list! This award-winning restaurant, known for its bold South African flavors and creative cuisine, has just opened a second location in River Oaks. I’ve always had a soft spot for Chef’s Table — the food is exceptional, and executive chef Paul Friedman is a one-of-a-kind talent. His creativity has earned him ple...

Receiving a cancer diagnosis and going down that road of healing is full of ups and downs.  Today, Tanji shares where things stand, what’s ahead, and what God is teaching her in the waiting.   📺 LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for delicious new videos every week! https://www.youtube.com/@GoodTastewithTanji?sub_confirmation=1 🍽️ Watch full clips and featured recipes from Goodtaste with Tanji: https://www.goo...

Imagine beginning life as an orphan and going on to build a family legacy that would span 5 generations. One built on faith, family and quite frankly, an American dream. For more than 50 years, the Hernandez family has been quietly building a Houston legacy at Martin Tailors—one stitch, one customer and one generation at a time. They’ve dressed some names you’ll definitely recognize, including Hou...

Francesca Montillo, better known as The Lazy Italian, is living a little bit of the “Under the Tuscan Sun” dream. After years of working, saving and planning in Boston, she finally made her dream of owning a home in Tuscany a reality.   And along the way, she discovered something Italians call “the sweetness of doing nothing.” It’s more than simply slowing down—it’s about savoring life, enjoying g...

Www. Hopeforheroestx.org They’re the people we count on when something goes terribly wrong—the police officers, firefighters, paramedics and other first responders who run toward situations most of us would run from. But what happens after the sirens stop? What does carrying those experiences day after day do to the mind and the heart? Behind the badge, the uniform, and the calm exterior are human...

If you or someone you love has ever been given a tough medical diagnosis, you know what a rollercoaster ride the journey to getting help and healing can be. Tanji received a diagnosis of a malignant tumor in her breast this summer and has been receiving treatment at the wonderful MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. There have been some unexpected bumps along the way—including three surgeries in...

Amid the ancient ruins, iconic landmarks, and layers of history that make Rome so captivating, it's easy to miss some of the city's most significant sites—especially if you don't know where to look. I've been to Rome a handful of times, but never before had I traced the footsteps of the Apostle Paul and St. Peter. This time, I saw the Eternal City through a completely different...

BUY HIS BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Parables-Pencil-Sketches-Devotionals-Favorite/dp/B0H7YZXMX4 What can a pencil teach us about Jesus?   Quite a lot, as you’re about to see through the work of my guest today, Bill Nichols. Bill is a very gifted Texas artist, pastor, even the cofounder of a major cable network.  These days, he creates in a beautiful—and surprisingly simple—way to bring the timele...

Today's interview is with a Texas winemaker who's producing some notable red wines in California's beautiful Paso Robles wine region. I first discovered Brady Vineyards after spotting their Zinfandel on the shelf at H-E-B. Truth be told, I don't usually reach for Zinfandel, but there was something different about Brady's. It wasn't the typical fruit bomb. Instead, it...

We don't talk much about spiritual warfare anymore, but maybe we should. What if some of the greatest battles we face aren't the obvious ones—or even come disguised as something good? To dive deeper into what can be a heavy topic, I reached out to Community Bible Church Pastor Ed Newton in San Antonio, TX, a guy who isn’t your ordinary pastor – a man who has the ability to connect with j...

Have you ever stopped to think about what toxins you're exposed to every day—and what it might be doing to your brain? Most of us don't think twice about the air we breathe, the chemicals used on our lawns or crops, or the environmental toxins we encounter throughout our lives. But what if those everyday exposures are having a bigger impact on our brain health than we realize, especially...

Some people can read a room. Today's guest can read the people in it. Jan Hargrave has spent decades teaching everyone from Fortune 500 executives and law enforcement professionals to television personalities how to understand the messages we send without saying a single word. She's one of the country's leading experts in body language and nonverbal communication, and after today&ap...

A year after the historic flooding that forever changed the Guadalupe River and parts of the Texas Hill Country, the signs of recovery are impossible to miss. The floodwaters are said to have swept away more than half of the natural vegetation along portions of the river in Kerr County, dramatically reshaping the landscape. But nature has a remarkable way of bouncing back. Fresh growth is appearin...

There’s so much more to the story of Officer Antonio Richardson, the Florida police officer who spent nearly 40 minutes on a bridge talking a man out of taking his own life. It's an extraordinary encounter, and the bodycam footage from that night is nothing short of riveting. But there's so much more to the story. What I didn't expect was to discover Officer Richardson's own re...

HOUSTON KNOWS GREAT FOOD, AND FOR 30 YEARS, MAMBO'S SEAFOOD HAS BEEN SERVING UP THE BOLD FLAVORS THAT KEEP FANS COMING BACK FOR MORE. BUT THERE'S ONE DISH THAT'S REACHED ICON STATUS ALL ON ITS OWN—MAMBO RICE. LOADED WITH FLAVOR AND CRAVED BY LOCALS, THIS HOUSTON FAVORITE HAS EARNED A REPUTATION AS A DISH WORTH CHEERING FOR. AND WITH THE FIFA WORLD CUP SET TO TAKE OVER THE CITY, MAMB...

Some of our most treasured moments in life come from simply “wasting time” with friends and loved ones. But what if we spent more time “wasting time” with God—praying outside the box, in ways and at times we may have never considered? According to Ryan Skoog, co-author of the powerful book Lead with Prayer, that's exactly what many effective leaders are doing. Ryan shares that some Fortune 50...

Food has a way of tying itself to the moments we never forget — family gatherings, celebrations, hard conversations, even the ordinary nights around the table. Long before we remember the recipe, we remember how it made us feel. If you watch Goodtaste with Tanji, you know Chef Fernando Desa, the guy I’ve cooked with in the Goya Foods kitchens for nearly 10 years.  But there’s a lot more to his sto...

If you’re taking GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro, you already know they can dramatically reduce your appetite. But while eating less may help with weight loss, it can also create a new challenge—getting enough protein to protect your muscle, energy, and overall health. The amount of protein experts now recommend while taking these medications may actually surprise you.    We re...

An interesting conversation today with a truly unique man whose 35-year career in high-risk military operations included serving as a Delta Force operator, Green Beret medic, Marine Infantry/Recon officer, and CIA officer. Quite a resume! Gary Harrington is soft-spoken and humble. His life experiences are extraordinary,  but what he devotes much of his time to now is embracing his Christian faith....

About our episode on homelessness—did you hear it? A few weeks ago on this podcast, I shared the story of a remarkable woman who connects with people experiencing homelessness in a way I hadn’t seen before. She has this rare ability to look past what’s on the surface and truly see the person underneath. Instead of judging, she meets people with dignity and presence. That conversation stayed with m...

Most of us have thought about what comes next—what happens when this life ends. But what if some people have already caught a glimpse of it? Today, we’re talking with an expert  on near-death experiences, New York Times bestselling author John Burke, who has spent years studying hundreds of stories from those who say they’ve seen beyond this life—and returned to tell about it.  His findings are fa...

The lure of easy weight loss is hard to resist. With the rise of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy, shedding pounds can seem almost effortless. But one endocrinologist says—not so fast. While these medications can be life-changing, even life-saving, for some, they may also carry risks that could lead to unwanted health issues down the road. Dr. Joe Becker, Head of Endocrinology at the Univ...