The Clever Cookstr's Quick And Dirty Tips From The World's Best Cooks

Sarah and Giancarlo Annese, founders of the site Beer Union and authors of "Beer Lover’s New York: The Empire State’s Best Breweries, Brewpubs, and Brew Bars," share ideas for pairing beer with favorite fall dishes, cheese plates, and even dessert. Visit the website: http://bit.ly/1yulVTH Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

World's leading knish expert Laura Silver joins the Clever Cookstr to talk about the storied history of the knish and tips for making knishes at home. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michelle Buffardi, author of Great Balls of Cheese, joins the Clever Cookstr to share tips and tricks for making cheese balls that are perfect for game day, Halloween, cocktail parties, and everyday snacking! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Author of "The New Persian Kitchen," Louisa Shafia, joins us to talk about using seasonal ingredients in authentic Persian home cooking, and to share recipes for tahdig, traditional Persian rice, and lamb skewers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, the Clever Cookstr is sharing tips and tricks for packing delicious lunches, whether you're sending kids back to school, or trying to save money by eating in at work. Visit the website to read the full transcript: http://bit.ly/YXnzx6 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chef, culinary consultant, and TV host Scott Leibfried is now the restaurateur behind Reviver, a New York joint dedicated to balanced, nutritious, clean food. He joins the Clever Cookstr to talk about making delicious food healthy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rosie Schaap, writer of the monthly "Drink" column in "The New York Times Magazine," and author of the memoir, "Drinking with Men," shares thoughts on refreshing summertime drinks, bartending at home, and why women should go to bars alone. Visit the website to read the full transcript: http://bit.ly/VkgDrY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on the Clever Cookstr, Stacy Stowers, the "Raw Nanny" and author of "Eat Raw Not Cooked," shares her tips and tricks for eating well on the road and getting kids to love their vegetables. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our guest today is Chitra Agrawal, blogger at ABCD's of Cooking, founder of condiment line Brooklyn Delhi, and author of an upcoming cookbook. She's here to share tips for using Indian-inspired spices and techniques in your everyday meals. Visit the website to read the full transcript: http://bit.ly/1pqxIuU Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Clever Cookstr gets Jeffrey Yoskowitz and Liz Alpern, the team behind Gefilteria, to share some tips and tricks for making pickles and sauerkraut at home. Visit the website: http://bit.ly/1x25KXy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our guest today is Amie Valpone, personal chef, culinary nutritionist, and food writer/blogger, who is joining us to talk about clean eating. How can you cure a sweet tooth without refined sugar? Or create flavor without gluten, dairy, or soy? Amie has the answers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're talking about six secret ingredients that can liven up familiar recipes and give standard dishes more mileage in the kitchen. When I think about secret ingredients, what I’m looking for are foods that I can use in quick, easy, and unexpected ways to put a spin on something I already cook comfortably and often. This week on the Clever Cookstr, I'll share my six favorite supermarket staples to transform your weeknight dinners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Clever Cookstr, your ultimate window into the kitchens of the world’s best cooks. Our guest on the Clever Cookstr today is Diana Kuan, author of The Chinese Takeout Cookbook and founder of Plate and Pencil, a line of food-inspired designs for clothing and home goods. Today, Diana shares some of her easy tips and tricks for making takeout-style food at home. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Clever Cookstr interviews Jim Botsacos, the founding chef of Molyvos, author of The New Greek Cuisine cookbook., and founder of the New Greek Cuisine line of cold-pressed olive oil. Jim shares his tips for making 3 Greek-influenced dishes that are perfect for summertime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Clever Cookstr talks with Sarah Huck, co-author of Fruitful: Four Seasons of Fresh Fruit Recipes, a collaboration with Red Jacket Orchards. Sarah's gives us 5 tips on making perfect fruit pies all summer long. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Clever Cookstr talks with Quinciple's Kate Galassi about the three farmers' market vegetables you should be buying this season, and how to use them in the kitchen and on the grill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.