Chewing podcast co-host Monica Eng talks to author Emily Nunn about her Substack newsletter The Department of Salad. Then Monica talks to food writer Dennis Lee about his Substack newsletter Food is Stupid. Plus Monica dares co-host Louisa Chu to taste an Oreo Spam burger, but Will She Eat It?

Episode 91: Emily Nunn, Dennis Lee, Oreo Spam burger

Chewing podcast co-hosts Louisa Chu and Monica Eng talk to Jimmy Buona about the new Italian Beefless sandwich, City Cast Chicago host Jacoby Cochran about South Side vegan food, author Barry Estabrook about his new book “Just Eat: One Reporter's Quest for a Weight-Loss Regimen that Works,” and Big Fork founder Lance Avery about his new Chicago Sauce that blends all the toppings of a Chicago-style hot dog into one bottle.

Episode 96: Buona Beefless, Jacoby Cochran, Barry Estabrook, Chicago all-in-one hot dog sauce

This week, Monica tells us about her new book, "Made in Chicago: Stories Behind 30 Great Hometown Bites," co-written with David Hammond. Then Monica interviews former Obama White House and Chicago restaurant chef Sam Kass about his organization Do Good Chicken that reduces food waste by putting it towards their chickens’ diet. Then she talks to Niman Ranch and Mariano's representatives about stocking sustainable pork behind the butcher counter. Finally, Monica shares tomato chips with the ladies, but Will They Eat It?



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Music: 

Theme music: Carsick Cars - Zhong Nan Hai 

Outro music: Carsick Cars - 15 Minutes Older

Segments: “Chicago Bound Blues” by Bessie Smith, “The Greasy Chicken” by Andrew Williams, “Green Pastures” by Emmylou Harris, “Home Grown Tomatoes” by John Denver

Episode 119: Monica’s new book, Do Good Chicken, Niman Ranch

This week, Monica and Louisa catch up after getting stuffed at Thanksgiving. Monica talks to America’s Test Kitchen’s Kevin Pang about his new book co-written with his dad, “A Very Chinese Cookbook: 100 Recipes From China And Not China (But Still Really Chinese).” Then, Monica chats with Emmy and Peabody award-winning journalist Michele Norris about her new podcast “Your Mama’s Kitchen.” Lastly, nutritionist and doctor Michael Crupain tells Monica about his new book “The Power Five Essential Foods For Optimum Health.”  &nbsp;      Louisa Chu: Insta , Threads Monica Eng: Insta   &nbsp;   Links:   Order &nbsp;  &nbsp;   Music:   Theme music:   by Carsick Cars   Outro music:   by Carsick Cars   Segments:&nbsp; &nbsp; by My Little Airport&nbsp;   by My Little Airport&nbsp;   by Jill Scott   by Johnny Cash

Episode 126: Kevin Pang, Michele Norris, power foods

This week, Monica and Louisa talk about the holidays, health, and drinks! Monica interviews Zooey Deschanel about her health app. Monica attends the 90th anniversary party for Malört and talks to our pal and James Beard award winning writer and pop-up maestro Mike Sula about his secret homemade drink made with wormwood. Finally, Louisa shares her experience at CosMc’s, the futuristic new concept from McDonald’s.  &nbsp;      Louisa Chu: Insta , Threads Monica Eng: Insta   &nbsp;   Links:   Order &nbsp;  &nbsp;   Music:   Theme music:   by Carsick Cars   Outro music:   by Carsick Cars   Segments:&nbsp;   by Mader (from the original soundtrack for  Eat Drink Man Woman)   by She &amp; Him

Episode 127: Zooey Deschanel, Mike Sula, Malört

This week, Monica and Louisa talk about the next gen of chefs and King Cake season. Monica interviews chef Erling Wu-Bower who just opened Maxwell Trading, plus chef and TikTok star Jacob Potashnick who’s planning to open Feld in Chicago. Then, Louisa gives us the rundown on Roscas, and what she's hoping for King Cake season.  &nbsp;         Louisa Chu: Insta , Threads Monica Eng: Insta   &nbsp;   Links:   Order &nbsp;  &nbsp;   Music:   Theme music:   by Carsick Cars   Outro music:   by Carsick Cars   Segments:&nbsp; by Hank Williams    by Johnny Nash

Episode 128: Maxwells Trading, Feld, next gen chefs

This week, Monica and Louisa talk about mole, French food, and corned beef. First, Monica talks to veteran chef Geno Bahena who’s now cooking at Manchamanteles. Then, Monica talks to Emil Stefkov, founder of La Grande Boucherie, which claims it’s the biggest restaurant in Chicago. Finally, Louisa reveals details on the corned beef sandwich at John’s Food &amp; Wine, where they’re paying their cooks $36 an hour!      Louisa Chu: Insta , Threads Monica Eng: Insta   &nbsp;   Links:   Order &nbsp;  &nbsp;   Music:   Theme music:   by Carsick Cars   Outro music:   by Carsick Cars   Segments:   “” (Versión Mariachi) by Natalia Lafourcade ft. Carlos Rivera   by Andrew Bird   by Andrew Bird   by The Smiths     by Japanese Breakfast

Episode 129: Chef Geno Bahena, La Grande Boucherie, John’s Food & Wine

This week on Chewing, Monica recaps her Chicago adventures in beef, beer, bowls, and baseball.  Then, she tastes fake fish and talks to Aqua Cultured Foods co-founder and CGO Brittany Chibe! Lastly, Louisa dares Monica &amp; Iris to eat black jello from Costco and dares our dogs to eat treats from José Andrés!  &nbsp;      Insta   Louisa Chu    Monica Eng   &nbsp;   Links:   Order &nbsp;  &nbsp;   Music   Theme music:   by Carsick Cars&nbsp;   Outro music:   by Carsick Cars   Segments:&nbsp;   by The Harry Simeone Songsters&nbsp;   by Lipps Inc.   by M.I.A.   by John Prine

Episode 130: Fake fish, black jello, José Andrés dog treats

This week, Monica and Louisa talk Honey and Fun Guys. First, Monica went to the inaugural George R.R. Martin Summer Intensive Writing Workshop, where she made Malaysian rice balls with fellow fellow, Honey Ahmad. Monica also talked to author and filmmaker Curtis Chin about his book “Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant.” Finally, Monica talks to Josh Noel about his new book on Malort and dares Louisa and Iris to try fungi yogurt, but will they eat it?  &nbsp;      Insta   Louisa Chu    Monica Eng   &nbsp;   Links:   Order&nbsp;  by Monica Eng and David Hammond    by Curtis Chin   by Josh Noel  &nbsp;   Music:   Theme music:   by Carsick Cars&nbsp;   Outro music:   by Carsick Cars   Segments:&nbsp;   by Aziz Harun   by Ernie Zakri, Ade Govinda   by The Gories   by Fats Domino   by Whale

Episode 132: George R.R. Martin workshop, Honey Ahmed, Curtis Chin

This week on Chewing, we talk about how sisters are doing it for sustainability! First, Monica talks to legendary author and editor Ruth Reichl about her new documentary film  Food and Country. Then, we talked to Hewn Bread founder Ellen King and Volition Tea founder Annie Xiang about their big expansions. Finally, Monica talked to Upside Food COO Amy Chen who offered Monica a taste of their cultivated meat, but did she eat it? Lastly, a new bonus segment with a new jingle!  &nbsp;         Insta   Louisa Chu    Monica Eng    &nbsp;   Links:   Order   by Monica Eng and David Hammond   &nbsp;   Music:   Theme music:   by Carsick Cars&nbsp;   Outro music:   by Carsick Cars   Segments:&nbsp;    by David Bowie    by The Newbeats    by Doris Day    by Kacey Musgraves    by They Might Be Giants    by Pixies    by Charles Trenet

Episode 133: Ruth Reichl, Hewn bread, Volition tea, cultivated meat

This week on Chewing, we talk about plants, Feld, and krill. First, Monica talks to Washington Post Food and Dining editor — and bestselling author — Joe Yonan about his new book, "Mastering the Art of Plant-Based Cooking"! Then Louisa talks to the chef and owner of one of the most polarizing new restaurants in Chicago — and former guest of Chewing, Jake Potashnick of Feld. Monica talks to the owner of Fry the Coop about why he only uses beef fat when frying. Lastly, Monica dares Louisa and Iris to taste canned krill — best known as whale food — but will they eat it?!         Insta   Louisa Chu    Monica Eng    &nbsp;   Links:   Order   by Monica Eng and David Hammond   &nbsp;   Music:   Theme music:   by Carsick Cars    Outro music:   by Carsick Cars   Segments:&nbsp;    by SZA&nbsp;    by Nirvana    by Spice Girls      by Primus

Episode 134: Joe Yonan, Feld restaurant, canned krill

This week on Chewing, we talk about international street food. First, Monica talks to Faraz Sardharia about his new restaurant Rickshaw Pakistani &amp; Indian Street Eats, which raises funds for unhoused people in Chicago. Monica also talks to women’s rights advocate Rohini Dey about transforming her pioneering modern Indian restaurant Vermilion into a women-centric “cocktail den” called Sanctuary in River North. Then, Monica talks to Steven Marks, the American who co-founded the Mexican restaurant chain Guzman y Gomez in Australia that’s now invading Chicago’s suburbs. Finally, Louisa talks to India Jenkins, the owner of The Corned Beef Hideout and the creator of spicy jerk corned beef sandwich called That Jerk, but will they eat it?!  &nbsp;         Insta   Louisa Chu    Monica Eng    &nbsp;   Links:   Order   by Monica Eng and David Hammond   &nbsp;   Music:   Theme music:   by Carsick Cars   Outro music:   by Carsick Cars

Episode 135: International Street Food

This week on Chewing, we talk about markets, chaos and scoby snax! Monica does a ride along with Blue Hill at Stone Barns chef Dan Barber to talk about his Row 7 Seed Company, and makes a trip to the farmers market. Ecologist Mark Easter tells us about his James Beard nominated book  The Blue Plate: A Food Lover's Guide to Climate Chaos, along with more Beard nominees including chef and filmmaker Art Smith! Finally, Monica dares her family to try fungi cold cuts, and double dares Iris and Louisa to taste her homemade scoby snacks, but will they eat it?  &nbsp;         Insta   Louisa Chu    Monica Eng    &nbsp;   Links:   Order   by Monica Eng and David Hammond   &nbsp;   Music:   Theme music:   by Carsick Cars&nbsp;   Outro music:   by Carsick Cars   Segments:    by Maren Morris    by Joanna Newsom    by Mägo de Oz    by Yann Tiersen    by King Gizzard &amp; The Lizard Wizard

Episode 137: Markets, Chaos and Scoby Snax

Hey, folks.  It's for real this time.  The debut of Chewing is near!  On Friday, February 12, 2016, we start a whole new show.  As Chewing the Fat comes to a close, the ladies (Louisa Chu and Monica Eng) amp up the fun and information in their new food and health podcast, Chewing.  Season 1 includes insightful examinations of food trends, probing looks at the underbelly of the food world, a whole slew of notable guests from the culinary and health worlds and much, much more.  

Chewing Trailer

This week on Chewing, co-hosts Louisa Chu and Monica Eng crack some eggs! Who doesn’t love a runny yolk fried egg? Even newly outed PVPO (Personally Vegan Professionally Omnivorous) Louisa does, but what about the scramble on big ethical issues? Monica talks to Josh Balk, senior director of food policy at The Humane Society of the United States. And FOC (Friend of Chewing) Ben Roche, Research and Development chef at Hampton Creek, gives a sneak peek at the future of egg-free foods from the makers of Just Mayo. Then Louisa brings in a thousand-year-old egg, aka century egg, while Monica digs up a forgotten egg tart, But Will She Eat It? (Photo by Louisa Chu: Rhode Island Red and Araucana chicken eggs at Fortress of the Bear in Sitka, Alaska)

Episode 2: Cracking Eggs: The icky issue behind the orbs & Ben Roche's delicious solution

This week on Chewing, co-hosts Louisa Chu and Monica Eng go behind the curtain, with the stories behind their own headlines! Seen the Clickhole egg video yet? You will, and our very own producer Iris Lin made it! She’ll share behind the scenes drama, and how to make your own viral food video. Then Monica saw the world famous Billy Goat Tavern (Cheezborger cheezborger cheezborger!) serving fries so she investigates Cheeps-gate. Plus she uncovered her audio postcard with late local legend Olga of Olga’s Deli. Then, stop the presses! Louisa brings in the very first food Monica won’t eat in the game we like to call Will She Eat It? But what is it?

(Photo: Girl Scouts Thin Mints cookies baked by Little Brown Bakers, “Crisp wafers covered in chocolaty coating. Made with natural oil of peppermint.”)

Episode 4: Behind the Curtain: And that Clickhole video w/ the grandpa egg

This week on the Chewing podcast co-hosts Louisa Chu and Monica Eng talk Coffee and Buzz. They get a preview of the new Alinea re-boot, and get inside buzz with chef Grant Achatz and partner Nick Kokonas. And guess what coffee they served at the best restaurant in America? Kyoto Black, as heard on a previous episode, and maker Justin Doggett visits Chu, Eng, and producer Iris Lin in studio for some highly caffeinated surprise tastings, but Will We Drink It? (Photo: Kyoto Black coffee at Alinea restaurant in Chicago, by Louisa Chu)


Episode 8: Coffee and Buzz

Louisa and Monica kick off Season Two with Alinea chef and owner Grant Achatz on life, rebirth, flavor combinations, food waste, and regional Michigan food specialties. Plus, should you eat Junior Mints with wasabi peas? Achatz and Flavor Bible authors Karen Page and Andrew Dornenburg help launch a new segment called Delicious Combo.  

Episode 14: Grant Achatz at Steppenwolf

Pizza, Chinese food, plus vegans, vegetarians, and omnivores get unstuffed. Monica debuts What Chinese People Eat When Chinese People Go to Chinese Restaurants. And Louisa talks to the Nancy herself of Nancy’s Pizza, home of the original stuffed pizza in Chicago. Then Monica chats with food filmmaker and author Anna Thomas about her newest book “Vegan Vegetarian Omnivore: Dinner For Everyone At The Table”. Plus Monica brings Louisa a tropical cocktail cheddar cheese but Will She Eat It? (Photo: stuffed pizza at Nancy’s Pizza on Golf Road in Niles, Illinois by Louisa Chu)

Episode 15: Unstuffed Pizza, Real Chinese food & veg epicure Anna Thomas

Louisa and Monica talk kids, food and writing with author Dave Eggers, and treating kids'  asthma, allergies and more with food in an interview with Dr. Maya Shetreat-Klein author of The Dirt Cure.

Episode 17: Dave Eggers & Dr. Maya Shetreat Klein on how to feed kids

Monica Eng and Louisa Chu talk home cooking with Rodale CEO and blogger Maria Rodale about her new book Scratch; plus go to a Chinatown basement food court for WCPEWCPGTCR (What Chinese People Eat When Chinese People Go to Chinese Restaurants) with Sauced in Translation host Howie Southworth; then the inaugural Strange Foods Festival Chicago for grilled brains and mystery egg but WSEI (Will She Eat It)?

Episode 18: Maria Rodale, Chinese food court, and giving thanks

Louisa and Monica talk to Dr. Andrew Weil and Upton’s Naturals founder Dan Staackmann about healing and navigating sensitive feelings at the gathering table this season. Plus all vegan jackfruit BBQ sandwich and al pastor tacos but Will She Eat It?

Episode 19: Dr. Andrew Weil, Upton's Naturals food, and eating your feelings

In this episode of the Chewing food and health podcast, Louisa Chu and guest co-host Joseph Hernandez, fellow Chicago Tribune Food and Dining reporter, toast cocktails (while Monica Eng finishes her debut book on mystical noodles and dumplings). First, Louisa visits The Aviary bar owner Nick Kokonas for new cookbook and New York City location sneak peek details. Then Louisa and Joseph discuss why there is no Chicago cocktail. Finally, Joseph accepts a mystery bar challenge at The Onion offices, but Will We Drink It? (Photo: The Onion Orchard, by Joseph Hernandez)

Episode 27: Aviary Cocktail Cookbook & The Onion Mystery Bar Challenge

Monica Eng talks about surprising American story behind Italian Christmas Feast of the Seven Fishes with filmmaker Robert Tinnell. Louisa Chu talks about best new book "Last Call: Bartenders on Their Final Drink and the Wisdom and Rituals of Closing Time" with author Brad Thomas Parsons. Louisa and Monica visit world's largest Starbucks with Chicago Malort cocktail, but Will They Drink It?

Episode 71: Holiday Feasts and Drink

Michael Pollan talks to old pal Monica about and his new audiobook "Caffeine: How Caffeine Created the Modern World." Then David Lebovitz talks to old pal Louisa about his new book "Drinking French: The Iconic Cocktails, Apéritifs, and Café Traditions of France, with 160 Recipes."

Episode 73: Michael Pollan, David Lebovitz, caffeine and cocktails

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