Podcasts by Were Cookin: The Just Simply... Cuisine Foodcast

JT5 Springtime Celebrations and Inspirations from 2023-05-07T13:51

JT5 The First Rule of JSC from 2023-01-08T19:13

This one rule always applies, and if you’re not already doing it, it will change your kitchen game forever. In this JT5, meet Meg and listen along as she and Chris perf...

JT5 I Love My Freezer from 2022-12-08T19:17

Do you love your freezer?  Just Take Five with the ladies as Chris magics some stowed-away, frozen treasures into a warm pot of pasta e fagioli.  You might end up inspired to like your freezer j...

JT5 Cabbage is the New Kale from 2022-12-04T15:55

Cabbage is having a moment, and Chris and Brooke are here to talk about it. Just Take Five minutes with the ladies to hear why this brassica is trending, how to get it right, and some fun food m...

JT5 Turkey Coma from 2022-11-29T18:16

Thanksgiving was perfect, but by now most of us are growing a little tired of turkey. Tune in to this JT5 for a great way to use up the last of that bird and a lot of the other things leftover i...

JT5 Whenever in Doubt from 2022-11-06T15:16

JT5 Marrying Summer and Fall from 2022-10-02T23:17

Marrying the seasons is a favorite topic at Just Simply… Cuisine.  In this Just Take Five, join Chris and Brooke for a discussion of their favorite recipes that bridge the gap between s...

JT5 OBX Fish Fry from 2022-09-18T14:10:36

Just Take Five this week with Chris in the Outer Banks to learn everything you need for a fish fry.  From what to ask when you’re at the fishmonger to a recipe...

JT5 Tomatoes Tomatoes Everywhere from 2022-09-13T14:39:06

We’re talking tomatoes in this end-of-summer Just Take Five.  Grab a healthy mix of tomatoes and work along with Chris to make delicious tomato soup, guaranteed to be a tasty comfort fo...

JT5 Blueberry Lime Last Minute Cocktail from 2022-09-08T15:18:57

JT5 Vinaigrette and Panzanella from 2022-09-06T14:01

In this Just Take Five, Chris is making a JSC building block Vinaigrette. It’s the perfect dressing for a delicious, Tuscan comfort food – Panzanella! And, be ...

JT5 Watermelon Gazpacho from 2022-09-02T13:52:43

In this Just Take Five, Brooke teaches us how to make her favorite summer soup – Watermelon Gazpacho.  It’s a garden-fresh JSC take on this classic, cool, seas...

Introducing Just Take Five from 2022-09-01T20:28:11

Chris and Brooke are excited to share their Just Simply … Cuisine passion in a new way. Introducing Just Take Five (JT5), a mini podcast! Now, you can catch up...

Season’s Eatings from 2021-10-07T04:32:29

As a new season begins and our second season ends, get ready to “fall” in love. The arrival of autumn welcomes a medley of hearty roots, good gourds, and herbal farm harvests. From the OBX, Chri...

Rock Star Ice Cream from 2021-09-21T04:00

Ice cream is back in this episode! Chris and Brooke mix it up with veteran Just Simply… Cuisine apprentice and self-taught ice cream creator, Christina Smith. Christina reflects on less...

Rock Star Ice Cream from 2021-09-21T04:00

Ice cream is back in this episode! Chris and Brooke mix it up with veteran Just Simply… Cuisine apprentice and self-taught ice cream creator, Christina Smith. Christina reflects on less...

Hanging on to Summer from 2021-09-07T04:00

Summer is rolling by, but lobster is rolling in! In this episode, we’re dishing buttery, herb-infused lobster on a warm roll. Steamed or sautéed. Buttered or olive-oil infused. Have it your way ...

Hanging on to Summer from 2021-09-07T04:00

Summer is rolling by, but lobster is rolling in! In this episode, we’re dishing buttery, herb-infused lobster on a warm roll. Steamed or sautéed. Buttered or olive-oil infused. Have it your way ...

Pickles, Piccalilli and Preserves from 2021-08-21T04:00

Our summer garden harvest is jarring – and we’re jarring the harvest! Brooke’s cucumber bounty becomes the base of an awesomely acidic treat: sweet pickles. Her low-sugar version features apple ...

Pickles, Piccalilli and Preserves from 2021-08-21T04:00

Our summer garden harvest is jarring – and we’re jarring the harvest! Brooke’s cucumber bounty becomes the base of an awesomely acidic treat: sweet pickles. Her low-sugar version features apple ...

Peaches, Peppers and Ice Cream from 2021-08-07T04:00

What’s southern, seasonal, and oh-so-sweet? Peaches! Chris and Brooke are serving a full dish of the succulent stone fruit, and they share creative concoctions featuring char-grilled peach halve...

Peaches, Peppers and Ice Cream from 2021-08-07T04:00

What’s southern, seasonal, and oh-so-sweet? Peaches! Chris and Brooke are serving a full dish of the succulent stone fruit, and they share creative concoctions featuring char-grilled peach halve...

Bacon, Lettuce, Tomatoes … Oh My! from 2021-07-07T04:00

Today, we’re serving tomatoes and bacon all day, as we invite you to our summer favorites! Our cohosts discover deals and fresh finds at their favorite farmers markets and reveal the go...

Bacon, Lettuce, Tomatoes … Oh My! from 2021-07-07T04:00

Today, we’re serving tomatoes and bacon all day, as we invite you to our summer favorites! Our cohosts discover deals and fresh finds at their favorite farmers markets and reveal the go...

La Pasta Nostra from 2021-06-21T04:00

Benvenuto! Join us for a multicourse dish of Italy’s mainstay meal … pasta! In our first course, there’s nothing ‘dry’ about dry pasta… Brooke enlivens our tastebuds and unboxes this everlasting...

La Pasta Nostra from 2021-06-21T04:00

Benvenuto! Join us for a multicourse dish of Italy’s mainstay meal … pasta! In our first course, there’s nothing ‘dry’ about dry pasta… Brooke enlivens our tastebuds and unboxes this everlasting...

Summer Rubbing, Roasting and Grilling from 2021-06-07T04:00

It’s strawberry season! Extend the shelf life of this sweet and juicy fruit with our slow, oven-roasting techniques for preserving your precious perishables. (1:50) Speaking of ...

Summer Rubbing, Roasting and Grilling from 2021-06-07T04:00

It’s strawberry season! Extend the shelf life of this sweet and juicy fruit with our slow, oven-roasting techniques for preserving your precious perishables. (1:50) Speaking of ...

All Things Pizza! from 2021-05-21T04:00

Fire up the grill! We begin with secrets for crafting really good pizza, and Chris’ trick for achieving a crispier crust just might surprise you. (02:45) Let’s talk che...

All Things Pizza! from 2021-05-21T04:00

Fire up the grill! We begin with secrets for crafting really good pizza, and Chris’ trick for achieving a crispier crust just might surprise you. (02:45) Let’s talk che...

Celebrating Earth Day with ‘Mean Green’ Salsa Verde from 2021-05-07T04:30

Delicately poached wild salmon is on the menu for this special Earth Day episode! Zest your tastebuds with two simple recipe building blocks: freshly squeezed lemon juice and salsa verde. Listen

Celebrating Earth Day with ‘Mean Green’ Salsa Verde from 2021-05-07T04:30

Delicately poached wild salmon is on the menu for this special Earth Day episode! Zest your tastebuds with two simple recipe building blocks: freshly squeezed lemon juice and salsa verde. Listen

Compote, Compost and Cooking with ‘Ruthless’ Rhubarb from 2021-04-21T05:06:40

Spring has sprung, and rhubarb has won! In this episode, the versatile ingredient will be broken down … to a compote! Is it a veggie or fruit? How is it used in both sweet and savory recipes? Ge...

Compote, Compost and Cooking with ‘Ruthless’ Rhubarb from 2021-04-21T05:06:40

Spring has sprung, and rhubarb has won! In this episode, the versatile ingredient will be broken down … to a compote! Is it a veggie or fruit? How is it used in both sweet and savory recipes? Ge...

Marrying the Seasons from 2021-04-21T04:50:09

Spring is here, the gardens are budding, and our taste buds are fired up for Season 2 of We’re Cookin’! In this second season premiere, we’re serving a springtime medley of flavor and fun, featu...

Marrying the Seasons from 2021-04-21T04:50:09

Spring is here, the gardens are budding, and our taste buds are fired up for Season 2 of We’re Cookin’! In this second season premiere, we’re serving a springtime medley of flavor and fun, featu...

10 - We're Cookin': You Can Do It! from 2017-05-03T18:10:18

On our final episode of our first season, we're bringing back our favorite co-host Radell to wrap up our first season with some real home cooking stories. Chris is also joined by Just Simply... ...

09 - We’re Cookin’: Learning, Shopping and Cooking with Our Favorite Farmers from 2017-04-26T16:50:58

Have you visited your neighborhood farmers market lately? Chris is joined by Mary Ackley of Listen

08 - We're Cookin': Spring Gardening with Niraj Ray of Cultivate the City from 2017-04-18T18:38:02

It’s that time of year: we’re getting excited about spring gardens! Chris is joined by Niraj Ray from Cultivate the City. Cultivate the City is committed to transforming urban food deserts into ...

07 - We're Cookin': Drinking Locally with Don Ciccio e Figli Artisanal Spirits and Rodman’s Gourmet Grocer from 2017-04-11T18:53:23

Cooking and drinking go hand in hand! Chris is joined in our foodcast nook by Jonathan Fasano of Don Ciccio & Figli, a D.C.-based Italian liqueur distillery using traditional techniques straight...

06 - We're Cookin': There's Always a Fix! from 2017-04-04T19:20:39

Our co-host Radell Peischler is back in the kitchen with Chris this week to talk about what we can do when we make a mistake or forget an ingredient. Sometimes, whether we’re new to the kitchen ...

05 - We're Cookin': Bread Baking and Cheesemaking with Fresh Baguette and Firefly Farms Creamery from 2017-03-28T11:11:23

This week in our recording nook, we’re joined by Mike Koch and Pablo Solanet of FireFly Farms Creamery and Vincent Mathie...

04 - We're Cookin': Building Blocks and Cooking Fundamentals from 2017-03-21T10:52:45

Co-host Radell Peischler is back with Chris this week, discussing our building blocks and cooking fundamentals: the core recipes, advice, tips and techniques that you need in your home kitchen. ...

03 - We're Cookin': Interview with Brian Fuchs from Wagshal's Market from 2017-03-14T11:50:07

This week, Chris is joined by Brian Fuchs, V.P. of Operations for Wagshals Market in Washington, D.C. This Washington institution has sold high quality meats, seafood, produce, prepared foods an...

02 - We're Cookin': Sourcing, Stocking and Storing from 2017-03-07T10:16:05

In the second episode of We're Cookin', we'll share our best tips and tricks for setting up your kitchen. We'll cover where to find the best ingredients and cookware, how to prep and store them ...

01 - We're Cookin': Welcome to Our Kitchen from 2017-02-26T11:57:42

Have you ever wondered how Just Simply... Cuisine got started, over 20 years ago? In this premiere episode my wonderful co-host, Radell Peischler, joins me as I tell the story of how we were ins...