We explore flavor and show you the technique and history to go with the recipe

Episode: 29 - 11/3/2025
This episode features a discussion with Sarah Ubertaccio, the founder of QB Cucina. QB Cucina provides a complete set of resources to help cooks embrace the art of making pasta at home. They provide courses, tools, ingredients, and a complement of free online tips and interviews. QB Cucina also has a book club for cooks to learn and share recipes with others.
Sarah Ubertaccio, founder of QB Cucina

Episode: 28 - 10/11/2024
This episode features a discussion of sensory science and how environment matters to how we perceive food and flavor. We are joined by Dr. Chris Simons of The Ohio State University's Department of Food Science and Technology
Dr. Chris Simons of The Ohio State University's Department of Food, Science and Technology

Episode: 27 - 6/9/2024
This episode features the cuisine of Parma, Italy which is in the culinary rich region of Emilia-Romagna. We interview Stefania Bertaccini who is a cook, teacher, food guide and has a passion for nature
Stefania Bertaccini - teacher, a tour guide, a guide specialized in food and wine tours.

Episode: 26 - 4/29/2024
This episode features a discussion of Tomatoes and some of the many Tomato based sauces in Italy. We feature recipes from the 30th anniversary edition of the great book by Marcella Hazan.