Pod Appétit: Gourmet Takes

Get your piping hot recap of the latest Bon Appétit videos here! In this episode, Justine has strong Gourmet Makes feels, Lj books a table at Balthazar (Delany not included), and Meg goes Peak Meg. Today's Menu: (09:27) Pastry Chef Attempts to Make Gourmet Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream: youtu.be/FyMWRcVTGAI (18:54) Recreating Roy Choi's Carne Asada Tacos From Taste: youtu.be/qom3PQTLTr8 (24:20) Andy Lea...

At Pod Appétit, the way to our hearts is definitely through our stomachs. So we cooked up a special Valentine's Day episode! Every major holiday, the four of us celebrate with a virtual potluck. We each prepare a surprise Bon Appétit recipe and reveal what we've made during the episode. This Valentine's Day, we had one goal for our menu: Make. It. SEXY!  Listen to have your tastebuds tantalized. A...

We're serving up another recap of the latest Bon Appétit videos! In this episode, Amanda nominates Andy for Best Supporting Andy, Justine learns how to salt, Lj curses Nic Cage, and Meg gets grossed out by naked chicken. Today's Menu: (08:36) Markiplier Tries to Keep Up with a Professional Chef | Back-to-Back Chef: youtu.be/BJh3RKMrbUM (17:01) Pro Chefs Try Latte Art | Test Kitchen Talks: youtu.be...

Dry January doesn't have to be boring. Not if DELANY can help it! In this episode, Lj makes Delany's first-ever Rent Week drink recipe: gingerade. Does this murky brown concoction taste better than it looks? How does it compare to boozier beverages? Will Meg (resident lush/Delany superfan) join Lj on the wagon? Listen to find out. Today's Menu: Rent Week Gingerade Recipe: bonappetit.com/story/rent...

Time for another Bon Appétit recap! It's short and sweet, just like Gaby. In this episode, Justine proves she's the Pesto Queen, Lj explores the Feel Good Food Plan, Meg commits to curing emu eggs, and everyone beholds Carla's beans. Today's Menu: (11:39) Pro Chefs Make Their Favorite Sandwiches | Test Kitchen Talks: youtu.be/lF2sKFnuALw (18:34) Chris Makes Kale Pesto Pasta | From the Test Kitchen...

It's "Indian-ish," it's delish, it's garlic ginger chicken! In this episode, Amanda tries her hand at Priya's seemingly simple recipe. Amanda discovers the joys of amchoor, sings show tunes with Meg, and makes new friends* along the way.  *She names the chicken breasts… Don't ask. But do be sure to listen!  Today's Menu: Priya Makes Garlic Ginger Chicken | From the Test Kitchen: youtu.be/1nVKV3LyC...

We've cooked up another recap of the latest Bon Appétit videos! In this episode, Amanda, Justine, and Meg discuss the mysterious "hands and pans" video, the Prophecy of Justino's Vegan Pizza Rolls, and KEVIN. Oh, and pant d*ck. Today's Menu: (7:20) Trying Everything on the Menu at NYC's Best Barbecue Joint (Ft Brad Leone): youtu.be/RGmjBECOYP4 (12:32) Every Way to Cook Bacon (50 Methods): youtu.be...

Chestnuts? Roasted. Wine? Mulled. Cake? Fruited. Yes, it's Christmas, and time for another Pod Appétit holiday special. For every major holiday, the four of us will celebrate with a virtual potluck. We'll each prepare a surprise Bon Appétit recipe and reveal what we've made during the episode. This Christmas, we're literally taking a page from Bon Appétit magazine and doing a COOKIE SWAP!  Listen...

Here's our newest recap of Bon Appétit videos. Get it while it's fresh! In this episode, Amanda, Justine, Lj, and Meg crown Cosmo the MVP of Gourmet Makes, share some controversial thoughts on tie-dye cookies, debate just how easy Chris' "easiest" chocolate cake is, and more! Today's Menu: (13:42) Sohla Makes Red Lentil Zucchini Fritters | From the Test Kitchen: youtu.be/IYOa54hxulQ (22:36) Pastry...

Pod Appétit's bread series is coming to a carroty close. In this episode, Justine brings everything full circle with another loaf cake by Molly—made vegan, natch. Justine breaks in her new food processor, trains for any impromptu whisking competitions, and commiserates with Lj on overfilled batter. Listen for the loaf-lowdown. Today's Menu: Basically Carrot Loaf Cake Recipe: bonappetit.com/recipe/...

It's our biggest Bon Appétit recap episode yet!  In this episode, Justine and Lj are both stuffed from Thanksgiving, and from the seemingly endless BA videos (much like leftover turkey). But before falling into a carb-induced coma, they spill their thoughts on eggs, snacks, and Amiel's quirky costumes. Today's Menu: (17:41) Pastry Chef Attempts to Make Gourmet Mentos | Gourmet Makes: youtu.be/LCkn...

Monkey bread! Silly name, serious baking business. In this episode, Meg lives that Great British Baking Show life: blooming yeast, double-proofing bread dough, making caramel… Is Claire's steppy recipe worth the effort? Meg calls in Lj to debrief (and to monkey around). Listen to hear the whole journey. Today's Menu: Claire Makes Monkey Bread | From the Test Kitchen: youtu.be/i883yj99aBQ Monkey Br...

It's Thanksgiving! Hands down the biggest food holiday of the year, and the perfect time for another Pod Appétit special. For every major holiday, the four of us will celebrate with a virtual potluck. We'll each prepare a surprise Bon Appétit recipe and reveal what we've made during the episode. This time, Amanda, Justine, and Meg are serving Thanksgiving sides while Lj dishes up dessert. Will we...

Digest the latest Bon Appétit videos with us! In this episode, Amanda shares Priya's theater-kid energy, LJ rages against salads for Thanksgiving, and Meg sings all about that edge, 'bout that edge, no middle. Today's Menu: Pro Chef Learns How to Make a Raindrop Cake: youtu.be/b_8YvN1ptng Carla Makes Thanksgiving Stuffing | From the Test Kitchen: youtu.be/jrLJ4ra7s3E Pastry Chef Attempts to Make G...

It's peak pumpkin season. What better time to make Molly's pumpkin cake bread? In this episode, LJ brings her love of all things pumpkin to the kitchen. But her pumpkiny cup may runneth over (or is it just the batter in the tin?) Also, Amanda stops by to bond over butter. Listen for more! Today's Menu: Molly Makes Pumpkin Bread with Maple Butter | From the Test Kitchen: youtu.be/NzG4o-yeFMo Pumpki...

The whole gang's back together to recap a feast of Bon Appétit videos!  In this episode, Amanda, Lj, Justine, and Meg play a game of FMK with Gourmet Makes chips, get hype over Thanksgiving sides, and praise the Rick Hat Trick. Don't miss our closing debate on what BA fans should be called. Bonheads? The BA Army? Will the fandom ever agree?! Discuss. Today's Menu: (12:10) Recreating Guy Fieri's Tr...

It's all about the nuts… when it comes to banana bread! In this episode, Amanda finds out whether Carla's beloved banana bread lives up to the hype. Featuring banana hammocks, sexy squelching sounds, and of course, nuts (oh, and Meg too). Listen along as Amanda goes bananas for bananas. Today's Menu: Carla Makes Banana Bread | From the Test Kitchen: youtu.be/uXAuzS8V9AY BA's Best Banana Bread Reci...

Welcome to Pod Appétit's first holiday special! For every major holiday, the four of us will celebrate with a virtual potluck. We'll each prepare a surprise Bon Appétit recipe and reveal what we've made during the episode. We're kicking off this new tradition with a Halloween Spooktacular! Meg brews some bewitching beverages, Amanda scares up the horrors d'oeuvres, Lj enchants us with an entrée, a...

Ready for another helping of Bon Appétit recaps? In this episode, Amanda defends Brad's hairline, Lj rhapsodizes about lobster, and both are SO ready to talk turkey. While Justine and Meg are away, Amanda and Lj will play! Today's Menu: (04:33) Brad Makes Steak "In" Eggs | From The Test Kitchen: youtu.be/aC1gX08CM9M (11:10) WWE Superstar Braun Strowman Tries to Keep Up with a Professional Chef | B...

Homemade snickers? Claire makes them look relatively easy but it's all about that chocolate. In this episode, Justine is back! She catches us up with what she's been doing while she veganizes a candy bar fave. Plus, she gives a behind-the-scenes peek at the editing process and all her co-hosts' quirks. (Guess which one is "perfect".) Then Amanda pops in to break down Justine's adventures with choc...

We've got the biggest batch of Bon Appétit videos to discuss yet! In this episode, Amanda experiences some steak epiphanies, LJ ponders why it's called noodling, and Meg reminds us all how important it is to follow the recipe. Plus, everyone agrees that they are Matty Matheson. Today's Menu: ( 08:00 ) Brad and Matty Matheson Go Noodling for Catfish Part 1 | It's Alive: youtu.be/-JkcZRBUNtw ( 16:17...

Just how spicy are these sandos? According to Chris, the amount of cayenne is: insane, terrifying, absurd… *gulp* In this episode, Meg sweats over making spicy chicken katsu. Will she be able to stand the heat?! Also featuring: a quick Japanese lesson, meat pounding (tee-hee), and Justine's lettuce queries. Listen for all the hot takes! Today's Menu: Chris Makes Spicy Chicken Katsu Sandwiches | Fr...

We've got a fresh batch of Bon Appétit recaps, hot out of the oven! In this episode, Amanda shares her weird feels about blueberries, LJ spirals into another existential crisis over bolognese (see episode 2), and Meg takes a stance on pancakes. Today's Menu: (08:18) Professional Chefs Compete in a Knife Skills Speed Challenge | Test Kitchen Talks: youtu.be/zpsa3jG6kpg (15:54) Carla Makes a Giant B...

♪ It's pozole time! ♪ But how to get ingredients for Rick's Mexican stew all the way in London?  In this episode, LJ shares her sourcing secrets, gets her stew on, and sings all the way. Plus, LJ digests the experience with fellow Mexican-food-lover, Meg. Listen to join in the fun (a luchador apron and stunning mani are optional but encouraged). Today's Menu: Rick Makes Pozole Verde (Mexican Stew)...

Dig into our latest recap of Bon Appétit videos! In this episode, Amanda encounters a real-life layer of sadness, LJ contemplates dedicated meat scoops, and Meg proposes Persian cucumbers as a unit of measurement.  Today's Menu: Brad Makes Fermented Citrus Fruits | It's Alive: youtu.be/KUHp3ve4m50 Rick Makes Adult SpaghettiOs | From the Test Kitchen: youtu.be/sXx_a3IK3Kg The Try Guys Try to Keep U...