THE GRUB REPORT: Friday Night Mega-Bites: The Chic Podcast
In the second edition of Friday Night Mega-Bites, I wanted to introduce our little community to a podcast that I've been listening to lately, but before we get into the details, I thought I should address a couple of the most pressing questions people often have about podcasts in general.
First off, podcasts are not just for iPod owners. In fact, you don't really need any type of standalone mp3 player to enjoy podcasts. A computer with a reliable Internet connection is really the only requirement. Simply download the podcast to your computer, and it's available to listen to any time you wish.
Secondly, while it's true that just about anyone can put out a podcast these days, you shouldn't assume all of them are made by layabouts with too much time on their hands. In fact, the world of food-casts is dominated by industry professionals with a true passion for food preparation and instruction. It's an outgrowth of their desire to share their knowledge, and we're lucky enough to be able to tap into it ... for free!
This week's featured Internet find is The Chic Podcast. Based out of Chicago, Chef Tom Beckman is a teacher by trade and presents a loose, entertaining discourse on everything edible. Alongside a revolving door of guests, he discusses culinary topics relevant to the kitchen novice and professional.
The show is in episode #75, so be sure to dig through back episodes to find a plethora of helpful food tips and more. I'm sure this will be a resource you'll revisit often for information and inspiration.
Originally posted to The Grub Report by Steve Gibson on June 1, 2007 11:05 PM
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At June 3, 2007 11:28 PM, Bill Lewis said...
Steve Gibson, good idea. I'm currently overwhelmed by technology just trying to operate my PC. I think ipods will be my next great technological leap.
Since we are now officialy into summer I'd like to offer a few suggestions for the hot days ahead. Europe has had a tradition of serving chilled soup in the summer months. Two of the best know are French Vichyssoise (I'm aware of the debate over whether it was invented here or in France) and Spanish Gazpacho. Vichyssoise is a chilled potato and leek soup made with milk or cream. The net has several good recipes. My only suggestion is to use leeks vice scallions as some recipes recommend.
Let me digress for a moment. I have traveled to the Caribbean several times and my favorite place is Martinique. Martinique is an island in the French West Indies and is an excellent vacation choice. Martinique is considered a Department of France and they speak very little English on the island. That may be considered a "downside" for some American tourists who don't speak the language.
I stayed at the Le Meridien and had a very memorable lunch there one afternoon. They served a large bowl of Vichyssoise on a bed of crushed ice along with crusty French bread and a slice of Camembert. It was accompanied by a chilled glass of Montrachet. Absolutely sublime!
There are as many recipes for Gazpacho as there are Spanish cooks. It usually consists of cucumbers,garlic, red peppers (don't use yellow or green since it comes out a really strange color),seeded tomatoes/tomato juice, onions and olive oil all mixed together in a blender. It's a good idea to store at least overnight in the refrigerator. It's very refreshing served with French bread and a strong (Madeira?) wine.
I just thought I'd throw this into the "stock pot".
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