Author Bio: Ashley Rose Young is the American History Curator in the Rare Book and Special Collections Division at the Library of Congress. She is also a Smithsonian Research Associate and was formerly the Historian of the Smithsonian Food History Project at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History. A curator and public historian, she has written for the New York Times and and Washington Post, among other outlets.
Website: https://ashleyroseyoung.com/
Nourishing Networks https://www.amazon.com/Nourishing-Networks-Public-Culture-Orleans/dp/0197794033
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Author Bio: Sam Bilton has been intrigued by food history ever since her grandmother gave her a battered copy of Mrs Beeton’s Cookery Book. Inside this book was a collection of handwritten recipes dating from around 1871 collated by her grandmother’s Great Aunt Eliza. This little book would spark an interest in historical food which began as a hobby but would lead to a Masters in Culinary Arts and a career as a food historian, author, podcaster and supper club host/chef.Sam’s first book on the history of gingerbread won a World Gourmand Cookbook award in 2021. She has also published Fool’s Gold: A History of British Saffron (Prospect Books, 2022); The Philosophy of Chocolate (British Library Publishing, 2023) and Much Ado About Cooking, in collaboration with Shakespeare’s Globe (October 2025). She also contributed an essay on Christmas food traditions for the Phaidon Christmas Book (2023). Sam is the editor of Petits Propos Culinaires (PPC) an international journal on food, food history, cooking and cookery books and is a frequent contributor to national magazines, food festivals, television and radio. Sam produces and presents the Comfortably Hungry podcast which won the audio award for the Fortnum & Mason Food and Drink Awards in 2025. She is also a co-host/producer on the A is for Apple podcast.For further information visit sambilton.com or follow Sam on Instagram and Bluesky @mrssbilton.
Much Ado about Cooking (UK) October 23 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Much-Ado-About-Cooking-Shakespearean/dp/1035427680
Much Ado about Cooking (US) November 11 https://www.amazon.com/Much-Ado-About-Cooking-Shakespearean/dp/1035427680
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Dorie Greenspan Bio: Dorie’s Anytime Cakes is my 15th cookbook (cue the fireworks, please). Several of my books, including Baking From My Home to Yours, Dorie’s Cookies, Baking with Dorie, and Around My French Table, were New York Times bestsellers and/or won James Beard Awards. I've been a Times columnist, inducted into the Who’s Who of Food and Beverage and awarded the Order of Agricultural Merit from the French government for writing about the foods of that country, none of which I'd ever imagined as a kid. I live – cook, bake and write the xoxoDorie Substack - in France and the US.
Website: https://doriegreenspan.com/
Instagram: @doriegreenspan
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Bio: Shadan Kishi Price is an award winning Iranian-American cook. Born in Tehran, she moved to the United States as a child and lives in Texas. She holds a degree in Visual Arts Studies as well as Hospitality Management. She has taught cooking classes and worked at the nation's first fully vegan dining hall. You can find her on Instagram and Tiktok @shadankp.
Cookbook Club: https://www.amazon.com/Cookbook-Club-Plant-Based-Recipes-Entertaining/dp/1665310820
Shaden Cooks: https://www.shadancooks.com/
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Author Bio: Gesine Bullock-Prado is a highly acclaimed pastry chef, baker, and bestselling cookbook author. Born in Washington, D.C., Gesine spent her early childhood in Germany and Austria before growing up in Arlington, Virginia.
Her professional life began in the high-stakes world of entertainment, where she worked as a licensed attorney and served as the president of her sister Sandra Bullock's production company, Fortis Films. However, she eventually traded Hollywood for the satisfying, flour-dusted hills of Vermont, where she transformed her baking hobby into a new life.
She opened Gesine Confectionary and later founded her baking school, Sugar Glider Kitchen. Her culinary work has earned national attention, featuring on shows like Food Network's Road Tasted with the Neelys, The Today Show, and The Talk, as well as in publications such as People, InStyle, and Vermont Life.
Gesine is a prolific author of cookbooks, including the memoir My Life From Scratch: A Sweet Journey of Starting Over, One Cake at a Time and the popular cookbook Let Them Eat Cake, which explores "classic, decadent desserts with vegan, gluten-free and healthy options." Her newest book, which celebrates seasonal, farm-to-table cooking, is My Harvest Kitchen.: 100 + Recipes to Savor the Season.
Website: https://www.gesine.com/
Sugar Glider Kitchen: https://sugargliderkitchen.com/
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Author Bio: I cooked my way to better health, and you can too.
Hi, I’m Emily Maxson, a trained chef and food lover. In my late 20s, I received a life-changing diagnosis of a digestive disease after severe symptoms and emergency surgery. I spent 18 months following a strict diet plan, eliminating grains, gluten, lactose, refined sugars and processed foods, forcing me to rethink how I cooked. I got back into the kitchen using ingredients I had never worked with before to find new ways to make favorite recipes. This change in eating allowed my gut to heal and my body to thrive. I learned firsthand the transformative power of food used as medicine.
For over a decade, I have been developing simple nutrient-rich recipes to share with anyone who is looking to improve their health through food. You don’t have to struggle with a digestive disease to experience the benefits. While most of my recipes are designed to focus on gut health, they were created for anyone who wants to eat simple, delicious food and feel great.
Food is my passion. I am inspired by both the art and the science of the culinary world. I enjoy being in my kitchen creating, testing and writing recipes to share with you. I believe that cooking food at home is one of the best things you can do for your health, and it doesn’t have to be complicated.
Thank you for stopping by. I hope you enjoy your time here. Happy cooking!
website: https://emilysfreshkitchen.com/
Emily's Fresh Kitchen: https://www.amazon.com/Emilys-Fresh-Kitchen-Better-Health/dp/B09XP2DD26
Instagram: @emilysfreshkitchen
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✨🍽️ Season 16 is HERE! 🍽️✨
Welcome back to the Well Seasoned Librarian Podcast! I'm your announcer, Xavier, and we're starting off Episode 1 with a flavor-packed conversation!
Meet our guest, Rachel Riggs, the culinary mind behind the new book, In Good Health.
Rachel, a former food shop owner and writer for publications like Bon Appétit, channeled her personal health journey into developing 77 delicious, uncomplicated recipes. Forget bland health food—these dishes are all about thoughtful flavor combinations that happen to be free from dairy, gluten, grains, soy, and refined sugar!
Don't miss host Dean Jones's conversation with Rachel about how she's turning dietary restrictions into exciting culinary opportunities.
Website: https://www.rachriggs.com/cookbook
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.rachel.riggs
Cookbook: https://www.amazon.com/Good-Health-Uncomplicated-Allergen-Aware-Nourished/dp/1773272780
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Kate Jenkinson: Biography
Kate Jenkinson is an Australian actress who has been in constant work since graduating from the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) in 2004, where she won the Nigel Rideout Award. Her professional debut was in the play Zastrozzi for Black Swan Theatre Company, for which she was nominated for "Best Newcomer" in 2005.
On television, she was a regular on the Channel 10 comedy series The Wedge (2005–2007) and has appeared in numerous Australian dramas and comedies including Offspring (as Kate Reid), House Husbands, Tangle, and Amazing Grace. She is perhaps best known internationally for her breakthrough role as the inmate Allie Novak in the hit Foxtel series Wentworth (2016–2021). She also starred opposite her friend Rebel Wilson in the US comedy series Super Fun Night (as Kendall Quinn), Bogan Pride, and The Wedge. Her recent work includes the series Five Bedrooms (as Melanie Best). On film, her credits include Fatal Honeymoon and The Heckler.
New Work: "My Shit Kitchen"
Kate Jenkinson has gained a following for her comedic cooking series, "My Shit Kitchen", where she shares her culinary escapades.
Online Links:
IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2311303/?ref_=fn_all_nme_1
Instagram: @katejenko
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@katejenko
TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@katejenko.tiktok
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Author Bio: Heidi Herman was born and raised in Central Illinois, but her passion and a common theme in her writing is her Icelandic heritage. She spent more than thirty years in the telecommunications industry in a variety of roles that gave her a broad understanding of business, which she later applied to entrepreneurship, first in a small restaurant and later in a boutique publishing company.
Her writing career started with the inspiration of her mother's example. In the winter of 2012, her mother, Íeda Jónasdóttir Herman, published a childhood memoir, which featured some of Iceland's folklore. Heidi was immersed in childhood memories of the Scandinavian legends, lore, and imaginative stories. The myth of Iceland's troll-like Christmas characters - Jólasveinar - sparked the imagination of many readers and led to Heidi writing her first book, "The Legend of the Icelandic Yule Lads." It was followed by two more books on Icelandic folklore: "The Guardians of Iceland and Other Icelandic Folk Tales" and "The Icelandic Yule Lads Mayhem at the North Pole."
In 2017, she co-authored an Icelandic cookbook, "Homestyle Icelandic Cooking for American Kitchens" with her mother, Íeda Jónasdóttir Herman, which won a US category in The Gourmand World Cookbook Awards that year. Heidi published her debut novel, "Her Viking Heart", in 2018, and it was named the 2018 Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Gold Winner - Romance Category. Her motivational work, "On with The Butter! Spread More Living onto Everyday Life" was inspired when Heidi worked to complete her mother's final work, "Never Too Late." Íeda Jónasdóttir Herman (1925-2019) was 94 years old and had completed a year of new experiences to prove a person is never too old to enjoy life. That message, along with her mother's example, led Heidi to write this new motivational book with ideas and encouragement on how anyone can find those activities and experiences.
She had authored seven books in five genres, with a new cookbook slated to be released September 16, 2025. Today, she continues to write between time spent traveling, sharing Icelandic culture plus a number of hobbies and interests. When she's not on the go, she is usually found cooking something up in the kitchen.
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Author Bio: Chef Tara Punzone is an Italian American from New York, who has thrived on a vegan diet for over 30 years. Her passion for healthy southern Italian food has been evolving since her childhood when she made the decision to adopt a vegan lifestyle. It was then Tara began converting all her family’s traditional dishes to vegan versions of the same, without compromise.
Pura Vita West Hollywood, opened in 2018, is the first 100% Plant-Based Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar in the USA! At Pura Vita we have created a unique dining experience that has the ambiance of a New York City wine bar with a traditional menu reflecting the best of Southern Italy. We pride ourselves on using the best organic, sustainable, clean, plant-based ingredients. Additionally, we have many organic gluten-free options so that all guests can enjoy our dishes.
Pura Vita Pizzeria was opened 2 years later, right next door to Pura Vita. The Pizzeria offers 100% Plant-Based scratch-made Neapolitan style pizzas. Pura Vita and the Pizzeria are now operated as one business, side by side, in West Hollywood.
Pura Vita welcomes everyone to come and enjoy our incredible plant-based Italian dishes, natural and biodynamic wines, organic cocktails and charming ambiance.
Website: www.puravitalosangeles.com
@cheftarapunzone
@puravita_la
Purchase the Book! https://www.amazon.com/Vegana-Italiana-Traditional-Plant-Based-Cookbook/dp/0593736176
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Hello and welcome, library faithful! This is Season 15, Episode 17 of The Well Seasoned Librarian Podcast.
Today, host Dean Jones is sitting down with a powerhouse of the food world: Stephanie Loaiza. Stephanie is a mom to five, a USC Master’s candidate, and, along with her sisters, the co-founder of Six Sisters' Stuff—the go-to resource for making family dinner easy and amazing.
Stephanie created Six Sisters' Stuff in 2011 as a way to share those cherished recipes she grew up eating. That simple idea has grown into ten bestselling cookbooks, with a brand new one just out: 30-Minute Meals with Six Sisters' Stuff.
From White Chicken Chili to Easy Homemade Rolls, Stephanie’s passion is connecting people through food. She’ll share her secrets to simplifying dinner, building a thriving community, and managing a family in Southern California that includes twin girls and three boys.
It’s all on the menu, right here, right now, on The Well Seasoned Librarian Podcast!
30-Minute Meals with Six Sisters' Stuff: 100+ Quick and Easy Meals the Whole Family Will Love!
website: https://www.sixsistersstuff.com/about/steph-loaiza/
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Welcome back to The Well Seasoned Librarian! I’m your host, Dean Jones, and you’re listening to Season 15, Episode 16.
For years, we've talked about how food, history, and culture all intersect on the page, and today, we’re diving into a topic that is as delicious as it is deeply personal: the rich, sweeping traditions of Lebanese baking.
Our guest today is Maureen Abood, a second-generation Lebanese American, a longtime food writer, and the IACP finalist author of the beloved cookbook Rose Water & Orange Blossoms.
We're here to celebrate the publication of her brand-new book, out today, October 7th, 2025: Lebanese Baking: More Than 100 Recipes for Sweet and Savory Baked Goods.
In this beautiful, authoritative compendium, Maureen offers home cooks the very first English-language cookbook of its kind—a definitive guide to Lebanese baked traditions in all their forms. From savory delights like Kale and Feta Fatayer and Za’atar Croissants to sweet temptations like Baklawa Diamonds, Chocolate Pistachio Knafeh Bars, and the wonderfully named Pomegranate Mousse Cake with Lime Icing.
Maureen’s voice has become a trusted guide for seeking authentic Middle Eastern flavors, and today, she’ll be sharing the stories, the family history, and the simple techniques that bring these more than 100 recipes—and the heart of Lebanese baking—to life in your own kitchen.
It is a true pleasure to welcome her to the show. We now take you to the conversation.
Lebanese Baking: More Than 100 Recipes for Sweet and Savory Baked Goods.
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We were so grateful to have the incredible Sapna Punjabi on the show today. Her insights into food, wellness, and mindful living are truly inspiring.
For our listeners in the Bay Area, don't forget you can meet Sapna in person at a couple of upcoming events:
First, on Thursday, September 25th at 6:00 PM, she'll be at the San Ramon Library Live.Then, on Sunday, September 28th at 1:00 PM, you can find her at Books on B in Hayward.
Both events are free to attend.
Thank you for joining us for this episode of the Well Seasoned Librarian. And of course, we will see you in the Library!
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elcome back to the Well Seasoned Librarian podcast! This is Season 15, Episode 14, and we have an especially delicious episode for you today.
Today we are thrilled to be speaking with a true master of his craft, the one and only Phillip Ashley Rix. Hailing from Memphis, Tennessee, Phillip is a designer chocolatier who has cultivated an international following for his wildly imaginative and exquisite creations.
Get ready for a rich and flavYou’ve likely seen his work with some of the biggest names in the world—from high-profile clients like FedEx and Disney to A-list celebrities and even musical icons like Stevie Wonder. His designer chocolates are so sought-after that they're even sold at national luxury retailers like Neiman Marcus and Horchow.
Phillip Ashley Rix has been hailed as a rising star in the culinary world, earning titles like FORBES Magazine's "Real Life Willy Wonka" and Local Palate's "Memphis King of Chocolate." A self-taught chocolatier, he's hosted events at the prestigious James Beard House in New York City and his chocolates were even the official sweet treat of the 2016 GRAMMYs Celebration® and the 2016 OSCARS SALUTE®.
I would like to take you to the orful conversation that explores the art of crafting stories, and, of course, chocolate. Without further ado, let's get into our Host Dean Jone’s conversation with the brilliant Phillip Ashley Rix.
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Welcome back to the Well Seasoned Librarian podcast! This is Season 15, Episode 13, and we have a very special guest joining us today.
We are so honored to be speaking with the internationally renowned and award-winning author, Joanne Harris. Many of you will know her work from her acclaimed novel, Chocolat, which was adapted into the beloved film starring Johnny Depp and Juliette Binoche.
Joanne is an incredibly prolific writer, with a bibliography that spans over twenty novels, as well as novellas, cookbooks, scripts, short stories, and more. Her works have been published in fifty countries, a testament to her global reach and appeal. She holds honorary doctorates from the Universities of Sheffield and Huddersfield, is an honorary Fellow of St. Catharine's College, Cambridge, and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature. Born in South Yorkshire, England, to a French mother and an English father, she continues to live and write in Yorkshire.
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Welcome to the Well Seasoned Librarian Podcast! You're tuning into Season 16, Episode 12, and today, host Dean Jones is thrilled to chat with special guest and popular vlogger, Bob Morano.
Bob, a 2005 graduate of The Culinary Institute of America, brings over two decades of experience from professional kitchens across both the East and West coasts. Currently, he's not only the Executive Chef at a monastery but also a teacher and the creative force behind the social media sensation, Every Day Is Feast Day. On his platform, Bob serves up fascinating culinary history, intriguing food facts, and a wealth of cooking videos featuring delicious recipes, helpful tips, and candid insights into the hospitality industry and kitchen life.
Known for his friendly, welcoming demeanor, easy-to-follow cooking instructions, and all-around nice guy vibes, Bob has become a beloved and engaging presence in the world of online culinary content.
Now, without further ado, let's join Dean as he dives into conversation with Chef Bob Morano.
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Welcome to the Well-Seasoned Librarian Podcast Season 16 Episode 11. Today, your host Dean Jones is absolutely thrilled to introduce our distinguished guest, Adriana Trigiani.
Adriana has spent a lifetime immersed in stories and now is a captivating, New York Times bestselling author beloved by millions of readers around the world. Her journey has taken her from growing up in the heart of Appalachia in a big Italian family, where her own mother was a librarian, to the stunning shores of Lake Como, the inspiration for her evocative new novel, "The View from Lake Como."
Known for her "dazzling" novels and called "a comedy writer with a heart of gold" by The New York Times, Adriana’s work has been published in 38 countries. She's the brilliant mind behind blockbusters like "The Shoemaker's Wife", the "Big Stone Gap" series, and the "Valentine" trilogy. Her themes of love, work, craftsmanship, and family life have earned her legions of devoted fans, making her one of "the reigning queens of women's fiction."
But Adriana is more than just an author; she's also the host of the hit podcast, "You Are What You Read," where she interviews luminaries like Sarah Jessica Parker, Kristin Hannah, Whoopi Goldberg, and David Baldacci about the books that built their souls.
Today, you'll delve into her latest masterpiece, "The View from Lake Como," hitting shelves July 8th, 2025 – already named Publisher’s Weekly’s "Best Book of Summer 2025." Get ready to dive into a life rich with experience and a story that promises to transport you.
Stay tuned, because after the break, you'll sit down with Adriana Trigiani to talk about her incredible journey and her newest novel. You won't want to miss
THE ORIGIN PROJECT https://adrianatrigiani.com/the-origin-project/
The View From Lake Como: A Novel
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Guest Suzanne Lenzer
Book: PECKISH: Suggestions for the Sophisticated Snacker.
Welcome to the Well Seasoned Librarian. This is Season 16 Episode 10. Today we're diving into the delicious world of snacking with author Suzanne Lenzer and her brand new book, PECKISH: Suggestions for the Sophisticated Snacker. Forget rigid mealtime rules, Suzanne is here to liberate your palate and celebrate the joy of nibbling.
Suzanne believes that eating should be fun, encouraging us to embrace our cravings with a little bit of this and a little bit of that. PECKISH offers over 75 inspiring recipes for small bites, proving that wonderful food doesn't need to be complicated or picture-perfect. Get ready to rediscover the playful side of your kitchen, fueled by curiosity and a touch of culinary whimsy.
With nearly two decades of experience as a food stylist, cookbook author of acclaimed titles like GRAZE and Truly, Madly Pizza, Suzanne brings a wealth of culinary creativity to the table. Her recipes and styling have graced magazines, television, and numerous cookbooks, and her writing has been featured in publications like Tin House and The New York Times. Join our host Dean Jones as he explores Suzanne's philosophy on snacking and the delightful recipes in PECKISH.
Book: Peckish: Suggestions for the Sophisticated Snacker; A Cookbook
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Welcome back to "The Well-Seasoned Librarian Podcast! Season 16 Episode 9.
Today, we're stirring things up a bit as we explore the fascinating intersection of information, community, and… food! I'm thrilled to welcome Amy Nash of the popular blog House of Nash Eats, a self-taught
home cook, baker, cookbook author, and the creative force behind millions of delicious recipes. Amy has a new cookbook out House of Nash Eats Everyday and our Host Dean Jones was very eager to talk with Amy about it.
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Amy Nash started the successful “House of Nash Eats” blog in 2016 enticing web browsers with hearty main dishes and decedant desserts. Amy is hear to talk to us, and I will now take us to Dean’s Conversation with Amy about her new book!
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BBQ Hall of Famer "Meathead" is one of only 26 living members! Author of the NYT bestseller "Meathead: The Science Of Great Barbecue and Grilling," named a top 100 cookbook by Southern Living (alongside Julia Child!). The BBQ Whisperer & Hedonism Evangelist behind @AmazingRibs, the world's most popular BBQ site. This global judge of food & drink and founder of multiple world championships is dedicated to great flavor. From algae cookies to legendary ribs, Meathead's a culinary icon!
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