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Lidia Celebrates America
Lidia Celebrates America: Changemakers
Lidia Bastianich meets changemakers intent on re-shaping the future of food in America.Sweet Harvest: Strawberry Ice-cream with Local Flavor
Clip: S2024 Ep1 | 2m 34s
Gumbo: A Nigerian and American Southern Comfort Food Style
Clip: S2023 Ep1 | 58s

Spirit Plate
500 Dancers. One Chef. One Sacred Stew
Chef Pyet DeSpain returns to her Potawatomi Nation to reconnect with family, food, and tradition.
Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Television
Hong Kong Classics
Milk Street goes to Hong Kong in search of Cantonese classics.
Pati Jinich Explores Panamericana
Alberta - Canada’s Changing Heartland
In Alberta, Pati dives into cowboy culture and explores its diversity in Edmonton and Calgary.Chef April Bloomfield makes Marcella Hazan’s tomato sauce with onion and butter
Clip: 7/11/2025 | 3m 29s
These Italian ingredients didn’t exist in America before Marcella Hazan
Clip: 7/11/2025 | 1m 41s
Stories & Blogs

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Hit the Trails with Homemade Trail Mix
Put all of the ingredients in bowls on a table and let the kids make their own mixes, or make one big batch and dole out cup-sized portions to each hiker.

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Making Healthy Breakfasts Fun with Funny Food
With the help of this book parents can get their kids excited about making and eating breakfast with ingredients that are probably already in their kitchen.

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Holiday Cookies and Candy - Virtual Treats Tray
Get excited for the holiday season with these cookie and candy recipes.

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Corn Pudding: Fred Rogers' Family Recipe
I think of corn pudding as an old-school comfort food that many families serve at special gatherings. This version of Mister Rogers' grandmother is quite simple.

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A Delightful Treat From Sandy Oliver: Dilly Beans
Dilly beans are zesty and crispy, with an irresistible twang of salty, garlicky vinegar. Sandy Oliver is an acclaimed food historian who has written many books about foodways and traditions of the eastern states.

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Discover the History of Sushi
Join Tori Avey as she explores the history of sushi, and shares some great recipes to make your own.

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A Dish Perfect for Summer: Greens and Feta Pie
We're always told we need to eat more greens and this pie is packed with an assortment of spinach, chard, dandelion greens, lambsquarters, and fresh green herbs.

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The History of Gingerbread
Before you build your holiday gingerbread house, find out what's behind the molasses and brown sugar.

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Take Grilled Cheese From Ordinary to Extraordinary
Add mango chutney or caramelized onions to your grilled cheese for extra flavor, and get tips for making the perfect grilled cheese.

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The Key to a Delicious Homegrown Microgreens Salad
Microgreens are elegant in a salad as well as packed with top-notch vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients.

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PBS Parents Favorite Holiday Treats
PBS Food unites cooking shows, blogs and recipes from PBS and local stations across the country including Julia Child and Kitchen Vignettes!

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Making a Classic British Pub Dish: Beef and Stout Stew
This classic British pub fare is hearty and comforting for cold winter nights. Consider it the British cousin of Boeuf Bourguignon.

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Discover the History of Chicken and Waffles
Did you know fried, savory chicken was first combined with sweet, fluffy waffles was the 1600s? It has tasted great ever since.

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Try This Tunisian Grilled Salad (Slata Mechouia) Recipe
Slata Mechouia is a staple of Tunisian cuisine featuring stovetop roasted peppers, onions, and tomatoes on bread.

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Opera, Escoffier, and Peaches: The Story Behind the Peach
Read the fascinating account of how the peach melba came to be and get the original recipe.

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Cooking Your Veggies is More Nutritious
Did you know some veggies are more nutritious when cooked? Try this recipe for lentils with roasted beets and carrots.

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What Are Your Kids' Favorite Healthy Snacks?
What are your kids' favorite healthy snacks and meals?

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Feeling Romantic? Try This Strawberry Basil Tart
This sexy summery tart shows off the magical pairing of juicy strawberries and fresh basil, brought together in a velvety custard.

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Made-in-the-Pan Chocolate Cake
Mollie Katzen is an excellent cookbook writer who shares a simple chocolate cake recipe adapted from "Honest Pretzels."

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Explore The Delicious History of Ice Cream
Explore the history of ice cream in this new column "The History Kitchen" by culinary anthropologist Tori Avey.

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Discover the Story Behind Mapo Tofu
Uncover the origin of this popular and spicy Chinese dish. Have your ingredients ready before you begin - stir fry cooks fast.

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How Corn Brings Our Community Together
The roasted squash gives this Fall dish a rich golden color and a moist, tender crumb.

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Host a Holiday Cupcake Exchange
Prepare for your next Holiday Cupcake Exchange with these excellent recipes.

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Classic Drive-In Burger Recipe
Inspired by Seattle's Dick's Drive In "Special" burger, this recipe is always a hit at parties and never disappoints.

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Eating and Drinking With Charles Dickens
The beloved English author wrote about food so vividly because he grew up so simply, and felt compassion for those less fortunate.

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The Low-Stress Guide to Packing School Lunch
Packing lunch for your kids can sometimes be stressful, but these tips and advice can make it all that much easier.

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The Rich History of Soup Joumou
Soup Joumou, also known as the Haitian Independence Soup, is a hearty pumpkin (or squash) soup that is traditionally served on January 1 to commemorate the day of Haiti’s liberation from France in 1804.

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Apple, Bacon, and Cheddar (ABC) Frittata
If your kids haven't cracked eggs before, this is a great recipe for them to get some practice.

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Bento Lunches for Kids
Bento containers can be a simple plastic container or you can purchase containers with built-in compartments or containers.

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The Caffeinated History of Coffee
Each coffee drinker has their own preference and taste, but what are the roots of this caffeinated beverage?

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Paying a Visit to Daniel Mays’ Frith Farm
No-till farmer Daniel Mays shows how he prepares a Roasted Root Vegetable Medley, a delicious fall comfort dish that's easy to make and nutritious. He also discusses his farming practices and what goes into growing great vegetables.

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Ending the Plastic Baggie Blues
Did you know that every day in the U.S., 20 million plastic sandwich baggies wind up in landfills?

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How to Start a Kids Cooking Club
With school out (or almost out) for summer, organizing a kid's cooking club is a great way to get your child excited about cooking, exploring their creativity, and staying in touch with friends throughout the summer.

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A French Canadian's Guide to Crepes
Make this Rye Crepes recipe with pears and cheddar for a savory treat.

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Discover the History of Beets
Beets are most commonly a dark red color, and often a divisive ingredient amongst vegetable eaters.

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At School or Home, Salad Bars Get Kids Eating More Veggies
Giving kids control of their meals by allowing them to create their own personalized salads is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables and enjoy healthy salads.

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The Story Behind My Grandmother's Strawberry Cream Puffs
When I bite into a strawberry cream puff, I am instantly transported to summers at my grandmother’s house in Nova Scotia.

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Lasagna with a Twist: Stew Style
With its glorious balance of noodle, sauce and cheese, this lasagna stew takes far less effort yet has the same soul warming texture.

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Speakeasies, Sofas, and the History of Finger Foods
Where did finger food come from anyway? Before you serve some mini-snacks at your next gathering, find out where it all started.

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10 Delicious Ways to Use Rotisserie Chicken
A couple of benefits of having leftover chicken is making stock (liquid gold), or using the meat for soups and salads the next day.

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A Tasty Recipe to Enjoy Romaine Lettuce
Transform a humble head of greens into something a bit more intriguing.

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Learn Why These 10 Foods Are Edible Aphrodisiacs
Learn about ten foods and their love-inducing properties - obviously chocolate and strawberries are on the list.

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How to Decorate Cupcake Flowers with Vanilla Frosting
This simple buttercream frosting recipe can be used to decorate cupcakes and birthday cakes.

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How to Roast the Perfect Thanksgiving Turkey
This year, roast your Thanksgiving turkey in confidence. Just follow these simple tips. Enjoy!

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Making Shakshouka with Synda
This Tunisian recipe consists of eggs poached in a flavorful tomato sauce.

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Zucchini Fritters and Letting Kids Loose in the Kitchen
In teaching kids to cook, I have learned that it is so important to let go of our own fears and standards, and to let them learn through doing.

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Easy No-Knead Artisan Bread Recipe
A simple method for making no-knead bread faster and easier than the original no-knead recipe.

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How to Host a Cooking Competition for Your Kids
Creamy feta and roasted red pepper dip, a one-step recipe for fun with kids!
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