Radio Cherry Bombe

Today’s guest is Kiera Wright-Ruiz, author of “My (Half) Latinx Kitchen: Half Recipes, Half Stories, All Latin American.”  Kiera joins host Kerry Diamond to share the journey behind her deeply personal debut cookbook, which weaves together her cultural heritage and love of food. They also dive into her bold decision to move to Tokyo during the pandemic—a move that became more than just an adventur...

Today’s guest is Sarah Thompson, executive chef at Casa Playa at Wynn Resort in Las Vegas and a newly minted James Beard Award semifinalist for Best Chef: Southwest. Before getting tapped to helm the 300-seat restaurant, Sarah got her start working at celebrated spots like Marea and Cosme in New York City. Today, she’s one of the few female executive chefs on the world-famous Strip.  Sarah joins h...

Today’s guest is Alice Cheng, the founder and CEO of Culinary Agents—the hiring platform for the hospitality industry. Think LinkedIn, but for back of house and front of house folks.  Alice joins host Kerry Diamond to share insights on today’s hottest restaurant jobs, what cities are booming, and why communication skills often outweigh kitchen chops when it comes to hiring. Plus, they dive into he...

Today’s guest is Elizabeth Blau, the trailblazer who helped shape Las Vegas into a world-class culinary destination and is now championing a more supportive hospitality industry for women. She talks to host Kerry Diamond about her journey from “taco girl” at a hometown watering hole to powerhouse executive.  They discuss Elizabeth’s early years working with Sirio Maccioni of Le Cirque fame, her mo...

Laurie Woolever is a writer and author of the highly anticipated memoir, “Care and Feeding,” which hits shelves tomorrow. Laurie’s book is a deeply personal and unflinching account of her time as an assistant to two towering figures in the food world—Mario Batali, the disgraced celebrity chef, and Anthony Bourdain, the beloved yet complex TV icon and writer. She also shares her own journey, reflec...

Las Vegas is full of surprises, and today’s guest, Christina Dylag, is one of them. She’s the owner of Velveteen Rabbit, a uniquely charming bar and community hub in the city’s vibrant Arts District. Christina is also the author of “Tiny Little Boxes: How to Cope with Existential Dread by Way of Ice Cream and Other Means”—a title that’s as intriguing as the book itself. Christina joins host Kerry...

Camila Alves McConaughey is a true force—entrepreneur, philanthropist, and founder of Women of Today, where she shares recipes, wellness tips, and a passion for community. She’s also the co-founder of the Just Keep Livin’ Foundation with her husband, actor Matthew McConaughey, and together they also launched Pantalones Tequila. Camila joins host Kerry Diamond to share her inspiring journey from gr...

Kimmie Mcintosh is the creative force behind Milkfish, a beloved pop-up bakery in Las Vegas. Last year, Kimmie was named a semifinalist for the James Beard Award for Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker. Her surprise? Genuine. Her baked goods? Unforgettable. From her decadent Cashew Coco Jam Sticky Buns to her crowd-favorite Pandan Tres Leches Cake, Kimmie’s creations are as heartfelt as they are deli...

Gia Coppola is the director of “The Last Showgirl,” the poignant and beautifully crafted new film starring Pamela Anderson. Set in Las Vegas, the film explores the bittersweet end of a showgirl’s career and has been nominated for multiple awards, with Pamela’s moving portrayal of Shelly earning her Best Actress nods from both the Screen Actors Guild and the Golden Globes. Gia joins host Kerry Diam...

Known around the world as the Queen of Burlesque, Dita Von Teese is currently in residence at the Venetian in Las Vegas with a revue that’s all “glamour, feathers, rhinestones, personality, and sensuality.” Her show is decidedly not about the male gaze and was created with women and the LGBTQ+ community in mind.  She joins host Kerry Diamond for the first episode of our new Las Vegas miniseries to...

Mary George is the executive pastry chef at Le Café Louis Vuitton, one of the hottest culinary destinations in New York City. A rising star in the pastry world, Mary knew her calling at just 13 years old. Born in Australia and trained at the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu, she honed her craft under legendary chef Daniel Boulud before stepping into the spotlight at Louis Vuitton’s exclusive café. Mary...

On today’s episode of Radio Cherry Bombe, host Kerry Diamond is joined by Ali Dillon and Somsack Sikhounmuong of Alex Mill, the brand known for its effortlessly cool and well-crafted essentials. The company recently opened a shop in Rockefeller Center, right across from Newsstand Studios, where Cherry Bombe is recorded each week.  Ali, the president of Alex Mill, and Somsack, the creative director...

Deb Freeman, food anthropologist, culinary writer & historian, joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about “Finding Edna Lewis,” the PBS documentary she created to celebrate the pioneering culinary icon.  Deb joins host Kerry Diamond to share her experiences researching Edna’s remarkable contributions to American culinary culture, the challenges of bringing this project to life, the significance of pre...

Today’s guest is Ali Dunworth, food writer and author of “A Compendium of Irish Pints: The Culture, Customs and Craic.” Ali joins host Kerry Diamond from Dublin to talk about Irish pints, pubs, drinking etiquette, and the lo & no movement. Ali also explains why the patron saint of beer, St. Brigid, has a bank holiday dedicated to her in Ireland.  Lastly, they cover the Gaelic cultural revolution t...

Katie Button is the renowned Asheville chef and co-founder of Cúrate restaurant. After Hurricane Helene devastated the Asheville region last September, the beloved North Carolina town faced unimaginable challenges — from prolonged water shortages to a near-total halt in tourism. Katie joins host Kerry Diamond to share how the community is rebuilding, the resilience of the local restaurant scene, a...

Barbara Costello–better known as Brunch with Babs–has captured millions of hearts with her comforting advice, classic recipes, and wise life lessons, and now she’s here to share her journey from retired preschool teacher to viral sensation. Babs joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about her second act, her upcoming second cookbook, family traditions, and more. Plus, Babs opens up about embracing new...

Live from Cherry Bombe’s first-ever Jubilee Wine Country at the Solage Napa Valley resort this past October: Amelia Morán Ceja, president of Ceja Vineyards.  Amelia is interviewed by Maryam Ahmed, founder of Maryam + Company. The two talk about Amelia’s trailblazing efforts as the first Mexican woman to be elected president of a winery, having her wines served at the White House, and much more. Th...

Live from Cherry Bombe’s first-ever Jubilee Wine Country at the Solage Napa Valley resort this past October: Jen Pelka, founder of Une Femme Wines. Jen talks all about setting goals and taking your dreams to the next level – in her case, outer space! Then, host Kerry Diamond is joined by Tanya Holland on stage at Jubilee Wine Country. Tanya is a chef, restaurateur, author, and culinary ambassador....

Live from Cherry Bombe’s first-ever Jubilee Wine Country at the Solage Napa Valley resort this past October: Jeni Britton, founder of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams. Jeni is interviewed by Amy Guittard, CMO of Guittard Chocolate Company, on stage at Jubilee Wine Country to talk about her connection to nature, her entrepreneurial spirit, new projects, and why she took a step back from running her names...

Live from Cherry Bombe’s first-ever Jubilee Wine Country at the Solage Napa Valley resort this past October: Dominique Crenn, the chef, author, humanitarian, and absolute life force. She was also the cover star of Cherry Bombe’s Paris issue earlier this year.  Dominique joins host Kerry Diamond on stage at Jubilee Wine Country to talk about her journey to becoming one of the most important female...

Over the next few weeks, we will be releasing recordings from Cherry Bombe’s first-ever Jubilee Wine Country at the Solage Napa Valley resort this past October. First up is Robin McBride, co-founder of McBride Sisters, the largest Black-owned and women-founded wine company in the United States, with brands like Black Girl Magic Wines and She Can Wines.   Robin joins host Kerry Diamond on stage at...

Host Kerry Diamond is on the road, so we’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes—a heartwarming chat with Ina Garten from 2022. We caught up with the Barefoot Contessa as she celebrated the release of her 13th cookbook, the bestselling “Go-To Dinners.” Ina shared the inspiration behind her book, spilled the secrets to a few crowd-pleasing recipes, and revealed some of the details of her forthco...

Today’s guest is Genevieve Ko, deputy editor and columnist for the Food section of The New York Times and NYT Cooking. Each holiday season, the Times celebrates Cookie Week, which features show-stopping treats made by their Cooking team all-stars. Contributors this year include Cherry Bombe faves Melissa Clark, Claire Saffitz, Samantha Seneviratne, and Sohla El-Waylly. Genevieve coordinated this y...

Flamingo Estate founder Richard Christiansen wants us to reconnect with what’s important in life: food, our five senses, Mother Nature, and each other. He joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about his new book, “Flamingo Estate: The Guide To Becoming Alive,” and the events in his life that led to the founding of his cult brand. Richard also talks about his mentors, including Alice Waters, Martha Stew...

Today’s guest is Emily Weinstein, the Editor in Chief of cooking and food at the New York Times. Emily joins host Kerry Diamond to talk turkey, sides, leftovers, and the super useful new book from NYT Cooking, “Easy Weeknight Dinners: 100 Fast, Flavor-Packed Meals for Busy People Who Still Want Something Good to Eat.” Click here for one of the book’s recipes, Melissa Clark’s Lemony White Bean Soup...