Sprung On Food

Join the new season of Sprung On Food to explore favorite foods, their history, and cultural significance. From the origins of chocolate chip cookies to the journey of macaroni and cheese and the surprising truth about bananas, each episode delivers insightful and entertaining stories, with the assistance of a new guest each episode. First episode drops Wednesday January 22nd! Subscribe on YouTube...

In this episode of Sprung on Food, host Kae Sprung talks with Emilia D'Albero, also known as Punk Rock Parmigiano. Emilia shares her journey and passion as a cheesemonger, her experience working with cheese in various capacities, and offers insightful cheese education. The discussion covers her favorite cheeses, the art of cheese storage, and highlights of the Cheesemonger Invitational. They also...

In this episode of 'Sprung on Food,' host Kae Sprung interviews Micole Rondinone, founder of 'The Kitchen by Micole.' Micole shares her culinary philosophy, which combines culinary education with mental health and inclusivity. They discuss Micole’s concept of 'lazy delicious meals,' accessibility in cooking, dealing with imposter syndrome, and creative problem-solving for n...

In this episode of Sprung On Food, host Kae Sprung sits down with Chef Palak Patel, a renowned chef, media personality, and author of the cookbook 'Food is Love.' They discuss Patel's culinary journey, the deep connection between food and love, her experiences with spicy foods, and her non-linear career path that led her from pre-med to becoming a successful chef. Chef Patel shares nos...

In this episode of Sprung On Food, host Kae Sprung interviews pastry chef and cookbook author Kelli Marks. They discuss Kelli's journey from painting her microwave gold to winning the 2023 ACF Central Region Pastry Chef of the Year award. Kelli shares insights on creative baking alternatives for celebrations, her experience with social media as a food content creator, and the challenges of cul...

In this episode, the host welcomes Lindsay Ames, the chef, creator, and host behind Make That Sandwich. Lindsay is not just known for her culinary expertise; she's also an award-winning comedian, writer, actor, and voiceover artist. They discuss her favorite sandwich creation, her experience playing the game 'Make That Sandwich,' and her adventures on Gordon Ramsay's show, Idiot Sa...

In this episode of 'Sprung on Food,' host Kae Sprung interviews pastry chef Elise Smith. Elise, founder of Winnie's Bakery and Oeco Studios, shares her journey in the culinary world, influenced significantly by her grandmother. They discuss her experiences in the food industry, challenges in gluten-free baking, and navigating the evolving landscape of food media. Elise emphasizes the i...

In this episode of Sprung on Food, host Kae Sprung interviews Vasudha Viswanath, author of The Vegetarian Reset and founder of We Ate Well. Vasudha shares her journey from Wall Street to writing a cookbook, inspired by her health journey and passion for Indian-infused vegetarian cuisine. The discussion covers the development of her cookbook, challenges in recipe creation, and the intricacies of gl...

In this episode of 'Sprung on Food,' host Kae Sprung interviews award-winning pastry chef Kareem Queeman, also known as Mr. Bake. Kareem shares his nostalgic beginnings in baking inspired by his grandmother, his rise in the culinary world, and his mission to represent Black and queer bakers on a national scale. The conversation delves into Kareem's experiences on food competition shows...

In this episode of 'Sprung on Food,' host Kae Sprung interviews Alex Shytsman, the creative force behind 'The New Baguette.' Alex shares her journey as a recipe developer, food writer, and photographer, including her transition from editorial work to running a plant-based recipe site. They discuss the changing landscape of food blogs, recipe development, and the importance of whole foods. Alex als...

In this episode of 'Sprung On Food,' host Kae Sprung interviews Paulette Goto, a renowned pastry chef known for 'Polly Cooks and Eats.' Paulette shares her journey from graduating top of her class at the French Culinary Institute to becoming a sought-after TV personality. They discuss her unique cake designs, childhood influences, and the creative process behind her baking. The conversation also d...

In this episode of 'Sprung on Food', host Kae Sprung interviews Angie Daubermann, the founder of the Lean Girl Health and Fitness brand. Known for her evidence-based approach, Angie shares her journey, debunks fat loss myths, and discusses her love for cottage cheese. The conversation also explores engaging content creation, workout preferences, and the importance of maintaining balance and authen...

In this episode of 'Sprung on Food,' host Kae Sprung interviews Justin Wu, also known as Hungry Artist NY, a food content creator and artist. Justin shares his love for diverse cuisines and how he combines his passions for food and art through his illustrations and videos. They discuss Justin's nostalgic connection to a unique chicken Caesar pizza slice from Romeo's Pizzeria, his creative process...

In this episode of 'Sprung on Food,' host Kae Sprung sits down with Alex Reichek, the creator of Chekmark Eats and a PR and marketing expert in the culinary world. They discuss the viral Olympic village chocolate muffin, the concept of viral foods, and Alex’s experiences tasting the original chocolate chip cookie croissant in Paris. Alex shares her journey from New York to Austin, shedding light o...

In this episode of 'Sprung on Food,' host Kae Sprung interviews Misha Simon, the food content creator behind Tis Rare We Get Out and Misha's Kitchen. Misha discusses his journey from posting food content during the pandemic to turning his social media presence into a business. He dives into the origins of his account name, shares his signature dishes like Persian tahdig and flan, and t...

In this episode of 'Sprung On Food,' host Kae Sprung interviews Victoria Kaputskaya of 'Victoria's Earth Kitchen.' Victoria shares her culinary journey from modeling to becoming a private chef and holistic health coach. They discuss her inspiration for plant-powered recipes, culinary training experiences, favorite ingredients, and her approach to creating content. Origin essays...

In this episode of 'Sprung on Food,' host Kae Sprung sits down with Erika Kwee, the creator of 'The Pancake Princess,' a data-driven blog dedicated to identifying the best recipes on the internet. Erika shares her journey from her origins in San Mateo to her move to New York City, where she took on full-time blogging. The discussion covers the evolution of her blog, her unique proc...

Sprung on Food is back! This season, join me as I chat with food content creators, including food bloggers, media pros, chefs, cookbook authors, and social media superstars. Discover the highs, lows, and hilarious moments of being in the world of food content creation. Subscribe and follow to catch every episode starting Monday, September 9th. Don't miss out!  00:00 Introduction to the New Season...

If you're more of a TLDR; type of person, the season highlights is perfect for you! You can catch clips from each episode, and, if you haven't seen a full episode yet, you watch them all right now.  See behind the scenes photos and video here:  http://instagram.com/ sprungonfood Check back for new episodes, and make sure to subscribe:  https://www.youtube.com/ @iamsprung You can als...

We sat down to interview musical artist Camille Trust, at Rosa Mexicano in NYC, for lunch. We got to chat about Camille's first foray into signing autographs at 8 years old (for a production she wasn't in), her love for pasta, and her tips on how to construct the perfect Publix sub.  Thank you to Rosa Mexicano for hosting this interview. You can visit their restaurant here:  https://www....

We sat down to interview musical artist Mal Sounds, at Björk Cafe & Bistro in NYC, for lunch. We got to chat about alien encounters, what makes breakfast the best meal (hint, it might involve a Cherry Lime Rickey), and what house he thinks the sorting house is sending him at Hogwarts.  Thank you to Björk Cafe & Bistro for hosting this interview. You can visit their restaurant here: ...

We sat down to interview comedian Ruby Karp, at Pando Park in NYC, for lunch. We got to chat about starting comedy as a child, the absolute best pizza place in NYC (according to a born and raised New Yorker), and following Barbara Streisand's cloning methods.  Thank you to Pando Park for hosting this interview. You can visit their restaurant here:  https://www.pandopubs.com/pando-park/ S...

We sat down to interview rapper and producer Rey Resurreccion, at Father Knows Best in Brooklyn, for lunch. We got to chat about his dream meeting with Sade (which may or may not be her real name), teaching kids chess, and drinking Nutcrackers from strangers on trains. Thank you to Father Knows Best for hosting this interview. You can visit their restaurant here:  https://www.fathersbk.com/ S...

We sat down to interview comedian JC Coccoli, at Money Cat Vietnamese American in Brooklyn, for dinner. We got to chat about the food perks of working on a cruise ship, driving to Wendy's as a 12 year old, and what the funniest food is. Thank you to Money Cat Vietnamese American for hosting this interview. You can visit their restaurant here:  https://www.moneycatbk.com/ See behind the s...

We sat down to interview musical artist Tim Atlas, at Pilar Cuban Eatery for lunch. We got to chat about eating iconic foods in unexpected places, what his top karaoke songs are (if he's forced to do it), and why he prefers his pizza cold. See behind the scenes photos and video here: http://instagram.com/ sprungonfood Check back for new episodes, and make sure to subscribe: https://www.youtube.com...