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This is the Chef's Table swimsuit edition. Good thing it's radio! On today's show we'll give you all the information you need to lose weight... and still have some fun. We'll talk to a former food industry insider on how we are tempted to consume more than we should.

There's food and then there's film. And what happens when you put the two of them together? Today's show is all about the marriage of food and movies. We'll get the inside scoop and talk to restaurateur and former actor Pino Luongo. Thomas Keller stops by to talk about consulting on food movies. Then, Michael Pollen sets the scene for a documentary that follows a corn kernel from seed to plate. Plus, cocktails inspired by a director, the culture of popcorn, and healthy candy choices at the theater.

There's nothing like getting in the kitchen to cure mid-winter blues. Homemade stocks and soups are great to put away in the freezer for when you don't feel like cooking in warmer weather. And long simmering steams the windows up a bit and adds a welcoming aroma to the house. Today's show features Michael Ruhlman on stocks and Grace Parisi on sauces. We'll also talk to Danny Meyer about being a restaurateur.

What are the two scariest words for restaurant workers? Valentine's Day! So, on today's Chef's Table we'll hear how a waiter made his frustrating rant work for him. And, Chef Jim Coleman reveals a little bit about the Valentine's Day that his staff dubbed, "St. Valentine's Massacre". Then, if you want to do something nice for your sweetheart, serve them some Vitamin D. Our registered dietician tells us why.

Let's take a little blast into past with an encore presentation. In 2007 we celebrated our 10th anniversary on the air by culling archives. Remember Molto Mario, when he had just one little restaurant in Greenwich Village? We'll also hear some early Rachel Ray, plus chat with Jeramiah Tower and Rozanne Gold. Plus, Chef Coleman is on a trip to Italy. And Annemarie Colbin begins our twelve year love affair with food and aphrodisiacs.

The Super Bowl is practically a national holiday! Even though Chef Jim Coleman is mourning Philadelphia Eagles play-off loss, he's still ready to plan that spectacular game day party. Steve Raichlen provides some ultimate tips for football worthy grilling and barbecuing. WineLibrary TV's Gary Vaynerchuk finds tailgating wines. Later, walk down the cereal aisle of any supermarket and count how many choices there are - even for the same cereal.

Maryland has the Crabcake, Buffalo its Beef on Weck, and where would New Orleans be without its Po Boys? While many will argue where to get the best Cheesesteak, there's no question this sandwich is the iconic food of Philadelphia. We'll discover the history...and some controversy on the Cheesesteak sandwich. Later, we'll find out what one chef would cook for the Obama's in the Whitehouse.

Fall is the time for apples, winter squashes, and, of course, the fall foliage. On today's show, we'll discover a quiet Victorian Fall destination in Michigan: Mackinac Island. Later, Darina Allen tells us all about Samhain, the Irish Halloween. It's not Halloween without pumpkins, and novelist Barbara Kingsolver enjoys growing these fruits of fall. Also, Phoebe Damrosch reveals the secrets of working front of the house in Thomas Keller's famed restaurant Per Se.

On today's show we're raiding the pantry! We'll learn everything from the pantry's history to organizing and stocking your own larder. And, we'll examine the foods that we eat when we are by ourselves. Also, there's news from the almond groves. Plus, how to stock a heart-healthy pantry, tips to make healthy grains a habit, and much more.

What's your obsession? For some it's career; others have an insatiable curiosity, and some just can't stop thinking about their favorite dish. We'll discover some interesting stories that might not be true obsessions but sure come close! Farmer Jon gives us the real dirt on making a life on a farm.

Let's take a little trip into past. On today's show, we'll revisit some favorite interviews. Remember Molto Mario when he had just one little restaurant in Greenwich Village? We'll hear some early Rachel Ray, plus chat with Jeramiah Tower and Rozanne Gold. Also, recalling a trip to Italy, Annemarie Colbin begins our 10-year love affair with food and aphrodisiacs, Nora Ephron on aging, and more.

Sultry summer nights! Today's Chef's Table is all about cooling down and enjoying the season's flavors. Discover heirloom tomatoes, go fishing with the frying pan, and learn about oysters in Manhattan. We'll find out how ice furthered the popularity of the cocktail. Later, our sommelier, Maureen Petrosky, gives us the best summertime sips. Molly O'Neil gives us Mostly True - her memoir about food and baseball. Plus a hot club in Miami, food trivia, and the recipe of the week.

We're honoring all the dads out there today. So whether you are a dad, have a dad, or think you'd like to be a dad, join us for a toast to fathers! Italian winemaker Angelo Gaja talks about tradition, innovation, and ushering in the fifth generation to this venerable business. We'll hear from a family who took a nine year old's diabetes diagnosis and created a business to make life easier for other diabetics. If you have a culinary quandary, James Peterson has the answer to at least 484 of them.

Ever been down on your luck? How'd you turn it around? On today's show, we'll overcome little challenges and even tackle a few big ones. Celebrity chef Paula Deen recalls her early, difficult days starting a business and a new life. Then, author Liz Gilbert takes us on journey from divorce to an appetite for life. We'll get tips on fixing our baking mistakes, discover fancy recipes from opera librettos, and even take a trip to the race track. Learn how to make a salt-crusted prime rib, plus much more!

To market, to market, we go today, with three great chefs and cookbook authors: Suzanne Goin, Darina Allen, and Joan Nathan. It's the time of year when farmer's markets are coming alive again with fabulous fresh produce. Later in the show, one man's existential battle with a plot of land to grow a tomato. And if your garden drives you to drink, we've got the history of cocktails! Plus, how much water do you really need to consume in a healthy diet?

Today we're all about family. Learn how to plan a family reunion from the founder of Temple University's Family Reunion Institute. We'll talk to two sets of siblings about hunting down recipes: the Lee Brothers and the Brass sisters. Next, Madhur Jaffrey describes the joint-family system in India and how she learned to cook. Later, a visit with Eric Chopin from The Biggest Loser. Plus, we'll also learn how to make elderberry "champagne" and get some tips for picnic entertaining.

First, Lynn Rosen takes the guess work out of table settings in her book, Elements of the Table: A Simple Guide For Hosts and Guests. Then, we speak with the go-to person for information on Italy. Restaurateur and author Biba Caggiano talks about his Biba's Italy: Favorite Recipes From the Splendid Cities about the changing roles of women in Italy.

The way you set your table creates the atmosphere for a meal. During this encore hour, we'll talk about the designer who changed how Americans think about entertaining. We'll hear about a new cookbook based on the style and menus of Russell Wright, the pioneer designer of the 1950's American modern movement. He didn't just create best-selling dinnerware, he also envisioned a new way to eat. Later, we'll cook up simple, elegant food that's perfect for this classic table setting and lifestyle.

There's new fangled, new world, tech savvy - and then there's old school, old ways, and tradition. Today's show brings us both! We'll find out how science and technology are becoming a part of the dining experience. Then, we'll talk to a blogger who cooked her way through Julia Child's recipes - and got a book and movie deal out of it!

Mother's Day is one of the busiest days in the restaurant industry. Everybody wants to do something special for the mom in their life, but many chefs agree: you might be better off cooking at home! How about a special picnic? We'll hear about recipes that travel well, and discuss what kinds of gear you need. Our guest is Jennifer Barry, one of the authors of Festive Picnics. Later, we'll chat with Greek restaurateur George Kyrtatas, whose mother taught him how to run a successful restaurant.