The story behind "Coffee Duck" at Stephanie's on Newbury with Stephanie Sokolove

Stephanie Sidell Sokolove has been a food service professional for over 25 years and is highly regarded as one of Boston’s premier businesswomen. In 1994, Stephanie Sokolove followed her dream and founded Stephanie’s on Newbury. Today she shares the story behind one of her most popular dishes: Coffee Duck.

(Interview) The story behind "Coffee Duck" at Stephanie's on Newbury with Stephanie Sokolove

Cookbook author, Nancy Harmon Jenkins, shares her recipe for Olive Oil Cake

Nancy Harmon Jenkins has lived in Italy for fifteen years and describes this wonderful region from Naples to the toe of Italy that is still unspoiled by tourism with its own rich culinary traditions quite different from Tuscany and Northern Italy. In addition to a wealth of recipes, the her cookbook "Cucina del Sole: A Celebration of Southern Italian Cooking," gives capsule portraits of local features: a fish market, an olive oil press, a bakery, a shepherd cheese–maker.

(Interview) Cookbook author, Nancy Harmon Jenkins, shares her recipe for Olive Oil Cake

'Bite Me' cookbook author Julie Albert and the Sticky French Toast of Candied Rice Krispies dessert

Wanna tell you about a really fun cookbook called, "Bite Me" from Julie Albert and Lisa Gnat. Today Julie shares one of her favorite sweet treats called the Sticky French Toast of Candied Rice Krispies.

(Interview) 'Bite Me' cookbook author Julie Albert and the Sticky French Toast of Candied Rice Krispies dessert

Cookbook author Brian Polcyn shares his simple recipe for White Bean Crostini

Michael Ruhlman and Brian Polcyn inspired a revival of artisanal sausage making and bacon curing with their surprise hit, Charcuterie. Now they delve deep into the Italian side of the craft with Salumi, a book that gives recipes for the eight basic products in Italy’s pork salumi repertoire: guanciale, coppa, spalla, lardo, lonza, pancetta, prosciutto, and salami, and they even show us how to butcher a hog in the Italian and American ways. Today Brian shares his simple recipe for a White Bean Crostini.

(Interview) Cookbook author Brian Polcyn shares his simple recipe for White Bean Crostini

Cookbook author Brian Polcyn talks about coppa

Michael Ruhlman and Brian Polcyn delve deep into the Italian side of the craft with Salumi, a book that explores and simplifies the recipes and techniques of dry curing meats. Today Brian Polcyn talks a little about coppa.

(Interview) Cookbook author Brian Polcyn talks about coppa

An awesome party snack idea from A.J. Rathbun

A.J. Rathbun is a freelance food and entertainment writer, poet and author, a frequent guest on the Everyday Food program (Martha Stewart Living/Sirius satellite radio), and is a contributor to culinary & entertainment magazines such as Every Day with Rachael Ray, The Food Network Magazine, Real Simple, Wine Enthusiast, and many others. Today he shares a simple party snack!

(Interview) An awesome party snack idea from A.J. Rathbun

Aliza Green shares her recipe for summer flounder

Aliza Green, the Philadelphia-based cookbook author, journalist and pioneering chef, is the author of ten highly successful cookbooks. Her newest book, The Fishmonger’s Apprentice, is out now. Today she tells us about her recipe for summer flounder.

(Interview) Aliza Green shares her recipe for summer flounder

Kofo Domingo shares an African crispy bean cake dish: Akara

Kofo Domingo loves to experience different food - Chinese, Thai, Italian, French - as long as it is fresh and prepared with integrity. Her own restaurant mirrors West African culinary principles, though occasional substitutions have to be made. Today she enlightens us on a crispy bean cake: Akara.

(Interview) Kofo Domingo shares an African crispy bean cake dish: Akara

A 'Real Simple Meal Made Easy' - Cantaloupe soup with sandwiches!

Here's another simple summer time recipe for the book Meals Made Easy...

(Interview) A 'Real Simple Meal Made Easy' - Cantaloupe soup with sandwiches!

Chef Jeff Blank, 'Fires Up' your seafood dish with his recipe for Mango Butter Sauce

Chef and cookbook author Jeff Blank, shares a recipe for Mango Butter Sauce from his book "Fired Up!" Chef Jeff Blank really does want you to know how to make his creations, and not only tells you exactly how, but also includes cooking secrets to ensure perfection.

(Interview) Chef Jeff Blank, 'Fires Up' your seafood dish with his recipe for Mango Butter Sauce

Getting the kids ready for Back To School meals with Janine Faber

Janine Faber, MEd, RD, LD, is a registered dietitian on the Meijer Healthy Living team. Each week, she answers the most commonly asked questions about healthy living. Today, Janine shares some tips on how to get our kids ready for Back To School meals.

(Interview) Getting the kids ready for Back To School meals with Janine Faber

'The Juicing Bible' author, Pat Crocker, shares a delicious juice recipe

For years nutritionists and health practitioners have urged North Americans to eat more fruits and vegetables. Recent research suggests that whole, natural foods are still the best source of nutrients. And there's no easier or more effective way to add fresh fruits and vegetables to your diet than by juicing them. Author of "The Juicing Bible," Pat Crocker, shared a delicious recipe today.

(Interview) 'The Juicing Bible' author, Pat Crocker, shares a delicious juice recipe

Wine maker and wine writer Jeff Morgan talks about pairing wine with food

Jeff Morgan is the only professional wine maker and wine writer in America. Today he talks about pairing wine with food - especially with summer salads.

(Interview) Wine maker and wine writer Jeff Morgan talks about pairing wine with food

Chef Steven Raichlen tells us how to master grilling Beer Can Chicken

One of our favorite grilling chefs, Chef Steven Raichlen joined us today to talk about a grilling method that is sweeping the nation: Beer Can Chicken!

(Interview) Chef Steven Raichlen tells us how to master grilling Beer Can Chicken 

Chef Gary Danko with an interesting thing to do with Persimmons

Chef Gary Danko is widely recognized as one of America's most talented and respected chefs. His achievements include a James Beard Foundation "Best Chef - California" award and reflect his lifelong pursuit of excellence in the culinary arts. Today, he shares an interesting thing to do with Persimmons seasoning.

(Interview) Chef Gary Dankon with an interesting thing to do with Persimmons

Chef David Cayman from the Culinary Institute of America shares the school's "famous recipe" for Dill Rolls

Chef David Cayman, from The Culinary Institute of America, shares the school's "famous recipe" for Dill Rolls.

(Interview) Chef David Cayman from the Culinary Institute of America shares the school's "famous recipe" for Dill Rolls

Sue Ann Pearson from the North of Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau talks about the New Fish Festival

Today we're talking about an up and coming fish festival with the North of Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau.

(Interview) Sue Ann Pearson from the North of Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau talks about the New Fish Festival

125 Best Ice Cream Recipes author Marilyn Linton shares her Blueberry Ginger Ice Cream recipe

Nothing quite captures the essence of summer like the frosty pleasure of ice creams, sorbets and gelatos. These delectable and tempting desserts are remarkably easy to make at home year-round.  My guest, Marilyn Linton, author of 125 Best Ice Cream Recipes, explains how with your own ice cream maker, you'll have everything you need to make perfect frozen deserts this summer!

(Interview) 125 Best Ice Cream Recipes author Marilyn Linton shares her Blueberry Ginger Ice Cream recipe

Celebrity Chef Todd English shares his love of figs

Celebrity Chef Todd English is back in Tonia's Kitchen to share his love of figs, which are prominently featured in his restaurant menus.

(Interview) Celebrity Chef Todd English shares his love of figs

Dr. Joel Fuhrman author of the New York Times Bestseller "Eat To Live" talks about the best foods to promote better health

Dr. Joel Furhman is the author of, EAT TO LIVE, #1 on the New York Times Best Seller list, which instructs readers on how to leave behind the discomfort of toxic hunger, cravings, and addictions to unhealthy foods. Today we talked about how green tea protects against breast cancer and other foods that promote anti-cancer nutrition.

(Interview) Dr. Joel Fuhrman author of the New York Times Bestseller "Eat To Live" talks about the best foods to promote better health

Cooking Light Magazine's, Chef Billy, talks about a delicious watermelon salad to try

One of our regular guests on the show is Chef Billy from Cooking Light Magazine. We always look forward to chatting with Billy for wonderful recipes and a few laughs thrown in as well. This time Billy talked about  a delicious watermelon salad to try!

(Interview) Cooking Light Magazine's, Chef Billy, talks about a delicious watermelon salad to try

Manny Lapa, Executive Chef and Manager for The Azorean Restaurant, shares his dish ideas for Octopus!

Some of the best secrets of Portuguese cooking are revealed by Executive Chef and Manager for The Azorean Restaurant, Manny Lapa. Today he shares his recipe for octopus dishes while trying to convert me to having a taste!

(Interview) Manny Lapa, Executive Chef and Manager for The Azorean Restaurant, shares his dish ideas for Octopus!

CEO and Editor In Chief of StarChefs.com, Antoinette Bruno, talks about what to expect at the 7th Annual StarChefs.com International Chefs Congress

Antoinette Bruno, The CEO & Editor In Chief of StarChefs.com, brings more than a decade of experience in the food service industry to StarChefs.com, the first online food magazine—celebrating its 15th anniversary in 2010. Today she shares more details on the 7th Annual StarChefs.com International Chefs Congress taking place at the  Park Avenue Armory in New York City, September 30th – October 2nd, 2012.

(Interview) CEO and Editor In Chief of StarChefs.com, Antoinette Bruno, breaks down the different competitions being held at the 7th Annual StarChefs.com International Chefs Congress

Pastry Chef Paula Shoyer shares a quick and easy fruit cobbler dessert

Pastry chef Paula Shoyer has a great idea for a quick and easy dessert that's perfect for entertaining.

(Interview) Pastry Chef Paula Shoyer shares a quick and easy fruit cobbler dessert

A great summertime fruit dessert with Pastry chef Paula Shoyer

Pastry chef Paula Shoyer is a pastry chef who owns and operates Paula’s Parisian Pastries Cooking School in the Washington, D.C. area where she teaches classes in French pastry and Jewish cooking both locally and around the country. Today she shares a fantastic idea for a summer time dessert!

(Interview) A great summertime fruit dessert with Pastry chef Paula Shoyer