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Katie Parla on Rome: 'Enduring, Chaotic, and Always Hungry'

Our 2026 spring season kicks off today with Katie Parla—and we’re recording live from the streets of Trastevere, Rome!

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Pollo alla Cacciatora by Katie Parla

"Pollo alla cacciatora, or 'hunter’s chicken,' is a staple of central Italian home cooking, though its form varies widely from region to region."

Jan 27

Spaghettini with Prawns by Cathy Whims

"This is one of those easy-to-throw together pastas that everyone should have in their repertoire, the kind of recipe you can make on the spur of the…

Dec 15, 2025

Yogurt Panna Cotta by Cathy Whims

"Panna cotta is a lovely make-ahead dessert any time of the year—particularly welcome in the summer, when it offers a silky-cool, light and creamy…

Dec 14, 2025

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Cathy Whims on Forty Years of Cheffing, Her First Cookbook, and the Art of Simple Cooking

Cathy joins us in-person in Bologna! Plus, recipes and a cookbook giveaway!

Dec 11, 2025 • Brian Hogan Stewart

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Featured Recipes

Pollo alla Cacciatora by Katie Parla

"Pollo alla cacciatora, or 'hunter’s chicken,' is a staple of central Italian home cooking, though its form varies widely from region to region."

Jan 27

Spaghettini with Prawns by Cathy Whims

"This is one of those easy-to-throw together pastas that everyone should have in their repertoire, the kind of recipe you can make on the spur of the…

Dec 15, 2025

Yogurt Panna Cotta by Cathy Whims

"Panna cotta is a lovely make-ahead dessert any time of the year—particularly welcome in the summer, when it offers a silky-cool, light and creamy…

Dec 14, 2025

Char Siu Bacon Cheeseburger by Peter Som

"When I want a burger, I go all in."

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Quick Scallion Pancakes by Peter Som

"These are not the traditional Chinese kind of scallion pancakes... Crunchy exterior, pillowy interior with just a bit of chew, and packed with…

Nov 21, 2025

Grandma’s Apple Cake with Salted Maple Caramel by Peter Som

"Of all the sweets I remember Grandma making, apple cake is at the top."

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