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Today we're having a little midsummer night's fun! We'll take an insider's romp through the crazy restaurant business with John Delucie. He's the chef/partner of New York's famed The Waverly Inn and tells quite a tale in his memoir, Hunger: The Story of Food, Desire, and Ambition. Plus, it seems the culinary gods can be cruel. France, once the Mount Olympus of cookery, is getting a bad rap these days.

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.

Whether you're a full-time chef, an interested hobby cook, or just have to get dinner on the table, there's always room for inspiration! On today's show we'll look at teachers, mentors and friends. We begin with Alice Waters talking about the development of her food philosophy. Bobby Flay and Jonathan Waxman weigh in on their mentors. And if you've ever used a cookbook by Julia Child or Marion Cunningham, you'll enjoy their legendary editor, Judith Jones.

Are you the James Bond of cooking gadgets? On today's show we'll find out what's new and also discover new uses for old tools. We start by talking to David Joachim about grilling whole hog and some unusual ways to cook poultry. We get an expert's advice on building an outdoor kitchen with lots of new "toys".

If you eat out or use prepared foods - and who doesn't - you have to navigate the nutritionals. There are mine fields everywhere. Today, we'll discover amazing swaps that save fat and calories from the co-author of Eat This Not That. Michael Pollan defends our food supply and why we may want to reach deeper into our pockets for our next meal.

Today we're all about the upcoming celebration on the Fourth. It's all about patriotic ceremonies, fireworks, history, and of course the food. And, as a nation of many immigrants, we're lucky to have many food influences. Lidia Bastianich discusses her ten favorite places in Italy, plus her life as a native of Italy and her adopted America. Grilling expert David Joachim reveals how to master your grill.

Right now it's all about the Olympics. No matter what sport interests you, you're going to want some themed TV snacks while watching. On today's show Steve Jenkins creates a cheese platter worthy of a gold medal. Naomi Dugood and Jeffrey Alford offer some authentic suggestions - including an alcoholic beverage made from millet. Then, making snacks while watching the Olympics is one thing; feeding the athletes - not so easy.

It's back to school... and you know what that means. Time to start packing those lunches again! Food expert Aliza Green looked at 19 brands of tuna and explains what's in that can. We'll also talk to a high school culinary arts teacher who takes students who otherwise couldn't afford higher education and helps them compete for - and win - an impressive number of scholarships.

Today we take a look at some good ideas. We begin with an M.D. who went to culinary school. A scrip from him is often a recipe! Of course, chicken soup is one healing food that comes to mind. And, we'll find out about one woman's quest for the best recipe - she didn't have to look far.

Today's show really takes the cake... seriously! We're slicing up some regional specialties... from dried apple stack cake to Tom Douglas' savory crab cakes. We'll also talk to a grandmother and granddaughter about their personal family cookbook and a recipe that led to a marriage proposal. If cake is off your diet because of celiac disease, have heart and a piece of cake with tips for gluten-free baking.

On today's show, we are what we eat: we're serving up food and culture. Naomi Duguid and Jeffrey Alford are known for examining the cultural context of food in their lavish cookbooks. In Beyond the Great Wall, these two world travelers explore the region they call "the other China". Next, New York Times food writer Florence Fabricant on "Park Avenue potlucks", and a couple keeps the memories, recipes, and ingredients of a Pilipino kitchen alive.

Thinking of a career change? Does restaurant work comes to mind? We'll talk to chef Eric Ripert, about what it takes to be at the top of the profession. We'll also visit with a husband and wife who work together on a bagel truck. Then, Terrance Sullivan from Sierra Nevada reveals his career path to craft brewer and Nora Shultz discusses how she began her line of Naturally Nora Baking Mixes.

Got a lot of frequent flyer miles? Guess what, probably not as much as your food does! Today, the average meal travels thousands of miles to our table. On today's show we're talking transportation... from our food to our personal travels. We begin with shipping containers and our moveable feast. A couple talks about their year eating locally. Later we take a train ride in India. We'll also talk to a neuroscientist about the tricks of memory and Proust's famous madeleines.

It's Thanksgiving crunch time....better start prepping! On today's show, Chef Coleman gives you his timeline to make the day a little easier. We'll also discover some new twists borrowed from other cultures and find the ultimate dining spot - right where the food grows. Later, a way to share meals throughout the year. Then, Marnie Old and Sam Calagione feud over wine versus beer. Plus, the secret of great giblet gravy, the history of squash, and how vegans survive the holidays.

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, news from the almond groves, plus how to stock a heart-healthy pantry, tips to make healthy grains a habit, and much more.

It's been said that eating is not only an agricultural act, but also a political one. It does make sense that how we eat can make a lasting impact on our environment - the problem is figuring out what choices really matter. Paper plates? Organic Vegetables? Bottled Water? This week we examine some choices. From replacing veal with buffalo meat, to entertaining tips that don't fill up the landfill with one-time products, we'll discuss the quandaries, questions, and curious solutions to "living green".

Sugar plays a starring role on Valentine's Day, but it's also a big part of our every day lives. We'll discover how we developed our famous sweet tooth.

On today's show, let's examine the good life! Finding the right job is often a key, so we'll talk to Irena Chalmers who knows of 150 jobs for food lovers. Later, a restaurant consultant reveals what it takes to succeed. Ruth Reichl's personal journey on learning how NOT to become her mother - and a few thoughts on mothers and food. Plus being Down Home with the Food Networks' Neely family.

Some worthy things just have a bad reputation. On today's show we re-evaluate bad reputation stories: pig pens are a mess; tequila gives you a killer hangover; and tofu tastes like nothing. Often, you can make a silk purse out of a sow's ear. For instance, Sy Montgomery talks about her amazing pet pig. Mr. Cutlets talks about a pig of a whole other kind - a smuggled ham.

Today we're mixing it up with ingredients! Russ Parsons gives us the low down on picking and storing some great summer produce. We'll also discover the lesser known Asian cuisine: food from the Philippines. Find out why wasabi isn't really wasabi; plus what goes on in a Martha Stewart test kitchen. Later we'll meet a couple who spent a year eating only what was available within a 100 miles....and they stayed married to each other after all that.