KCRW's Good Food Video

Taco Trucks - Video Podcast

KCRW — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 18:01:58 EDT

If Los Angeles had an official food, it would undoubtedly be the taco, and to feed LA's incessant need for 24/7 snack-sized meat-filled tortillas, there are seemingly thousands of mobile taco delivery vehicles (aka "taco trucks") across the megalopolis, each with its own interpretation of the classic dish...

Good Food Live - Video Podcast

KCRW — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 15:32:23 EDT

Join KCRW's Evan Kleiman and a panel of Aussies for a special event at The Paley Center for Media. Appearing with Evan will be Australian chefs and food experts celebrating the explosion of high quality food and drink from Down Under.

Elegant Fish Soup - Video Podcast

KCRW — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 12:36:00 EDT

Don't tell anyone how easy it is to toss together some great fish -- shrimp, mussels, a nice piece of white fish, some calamari -- and create an elegant looking soup that looks like you slaved all day! Watch, learn, drool.

Artichokes - Picking, Plucking and Poaching

KCRW — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 14:02:00 EDT

In this edition of KCRW's Good Food video podcast, host Evan Kleiman illustrates the joys of picking, plucking and poaching artichokes.

Strawberry Risotto - Video Podcast

KCRW — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 10:52:00 EDT

Strawberries are in peak form right now. Here's a way to turn strawberries into a risotto -- it's really a strawberry rice pudding. Instead of chicken stock as your base you'll use milk and a bit of cream. Delicious!

Making Gazpacho

KCRW — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 17:05:00 EDT

In this first Good Food Video Podcast, KCRW's Evan Kleiman shows how to prepare gazpacho at the Santa Monica Farmers Market.

Brining- Video Podcast

KCRW — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 17:02:00 EDT

In our December edition of KCRW's Good Food podcast, host Evan Kleiman illustrates the fine art of brining. Watch for cooking tips, techniques and some of her favorite places to eat and visit around Los Angeles.

Sweet and Sour Winter Squash- Video Podcast

KCRW — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 16:53:00 EDT

In this edition of KCRW's Good Food video podcast, host Evan Kleiman shows us how to create the Sicilian dish, Zucca Agrodolce.

Easy Turkish Walnut Sauce - Video Podcast

KCRW — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 16:52:00 EDT

In this edition of KCRW's Good Food video podcast, host Evan Kleiman shows us how to create Turkish Tarator Sauce.

Artichokes - Picking, Plucking and Poaching

KCRW — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 16:52:00 EDT

In this edition of KCRW's Good Food video podcast, host Evan Kleiman illustrates the joys of picking, plucking and poaching artichokes.

Composting

KCRW — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 16:51:00 EDT

In the latest Good Food video Evan Kleiman shows you how easy it is to take your food waste and turn it into rich soil and fertilizer. Compost with specialized worms or just earth worms - Evan will show you both ways to do good.

The Easiest Peach Pie Ever - Video Podcast

KCRW — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 16:50:00 EDT

Evan Kleiman transforms delicious summer peaches and nectarines into the simplest peach "pie." The easy part is starting with a pre-made crust from Trader Joe's. Then slice in the fruit, add sugar and some lemon and bake. No special equipment necessary! Evan bakes outside at the farmers market in a toaster oven.

The Secrets of Wild Mushrooms - Video Podcast

KCRW — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 16:48:00 EDT

Evan takes us into her backyard and makes two simple dishes with wild porcini mushrooms. She slices them up raw with celery and parmesan for an incredible salad. Next she shows you how to saute them with red pepper flakes and olive oil for a mouth-watering crostini (toasted bread) that will make you look like a real gourmet.

Corn; Hacked, Stripped and Ripped - Video Podcast

KCRW — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 16:45:00 EDT

Host Evan Kleiman shows you how to hack, strip and rip the niblets off of corn cobs and then transform them into delicious fresh corn polenta and a spicy Thai corn salad.Â Evan experiments with a few tools to messy results.

Tomatoes, Grated and Baked - Video Podcast

KCRW — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 16:44:00 EDT

Host Evan Kleiman shows you a trick to get the most lush tomato sauce from fresh tomatoes.Â Then she bakes cherry tomatoes into a decadent tart inspired by Martha Stewart.

Tomatoes, Grated and Baked - Video Podcast

KCRW — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 16:44:00 EDT

Host Evan Kleiman shows you a trick to get the most lush tomato sauce from fresh tomatoes.Â Then she bakes cherry tomatoes into a decadent tart inspired by Martha Stewart.

Cianfotta - Video Podcast

KCRW — Fri, 23 May 2008 13:25:00 EDT

What's better than bright green sweet peas, asparagus, fava beans and mint? When you saute the best of Spring, the possibilities are endless. Evan demonstrates the farmers market bounty can be turned into a topping for pasta, an addition to risotto or a delicious side dish.

Leeks! - Video Podcast

KCRW — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 08:12:00 EDT

Leeks are in season and these sweet and mild onion-inspired vegetables are really versatile. Evan shows you how to make delicious fritters with leeks. It's a simple way to grab the flavor of spring. These fritters are great for appetizers and for serving at a party. Don't be afraid to give them a try.

Mushroom Soup - Video Podcast

KCRW — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 13:16:00 EDT

Super Cheating for a Super Crimini Mushroom Soup

Take a few bags and cans. Open them. Simmer in a pot and voila, you have an incredible, homemade mushroom soup that will blow you away. Host Evan Kleiman shows how you can cheat and still make a delicious home cooked meal with pre-chopped, fresh ingredients and canned chicken stock.

Move Over Tomatoes - It's Time for Butternut Squash - Video Podcast

KCRW — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 13:13:00 EDT

Finally, an answer to the question, "What the heck do I do with this butternut squash?"Host Evan Kleiman shows you how to roast it to soft delicousness and then layer it with fontina cheese, bechamel sauce and no-bake lasagna noodles.You will love the results of this nutty, luscious dish.

How to Sex a Fennel - Video Podcast

KCRW — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 13:15:00 EDT

Did you know there are male and female fennel bulbs? The female of this delicately anise-flavored bulb is sweeter and can be braised with tomato sauce. Watch host Evan Kleiman demonstrate how to make this simple but elegant dish. She also makes a fast salad with raw fennel, persimmons and Belgian endive.