This week, we’re turning up the heat with next-level summer grilling and smoky flavor inspiration. Certified barbecue judge and award-winning pitmaster Ray Sheehan shares rib secrets you need to know, and food writer and Leite’s Culinaria founder David Leite breaks down the smash burger craze. We wrap it with a charred peach dessert you’ll dream about because that’s your Last Bite.

We're breaking down the best cuts of beef for summer grilling and wines (and sauces) to match. Then, The Last Sweet Bite author, Michael Shaikh, plus food writer David Leite of Leite’s Culinaria, brings the scoop on all things ice cream. And don’t miss this week’s Last Bite, my go-to chimichurri recipe for steak perfection.

Summer’s heating up, and so is your grill. Barbecue pro Ed Randolph, founder of Handsome Devil BBQ, shares road trip-worthy smokehouse secrets, and Claire Tansey, author of Dinner Uncomplicated, makes weeknight meals a breeze. Plus, my favorite way to savor the season’s sweetest crop is in this week’s Last Bite.

Master the art of emulsified vinaigrettes with a few pantry staples and a little science. Pastry Chef and TV favorite Zac Young stops by to talk about sweet obsessions. And don’t miss my five-ingredient coconut curry cod, your new weeknight winner and this week’s Last Bite.

Brunch just got better with a DIY Bloody Mary cocktail. Fun, flavorful, and guest-approved. Food writer David Leite, allergy-friendly cook Kayla Cappiello, and okra advocate Chris Smith bring fresh inspiration. And don’t miss my dreamy three-ingredient coffee mousse, perfect for mom or any coffee lover.

Nutella unveils its first new flavor in over 60 years. Plus, Scott Conant stops by to chat about his latest show, House of Knives, pasta favorites, and what’s next. And if summer grilling is calling, don’t miss the smoky kielbasa recipe you’ll want on repeat.

From the magic of smoked paprika to plant-based eats across America, we’ve got bold flavor and big ideas. Chef Janice Tiefenbach joins us to dish on the cult-favorite cookbook Salad Pizza Wine, and Veronica Phil shares travel-worthy vegan finds from 18 cities. Plus, don’t miss my secret green sauce, sun-safe, dairy-free, and totally addictive.

This episode fires up with a grilling tutorial on ribs, baby backs, St. Louis-style, and everything in between, just in time for summer. Then, chef and author Jesse Valenciana joins to talk about all things birria and his new Nashville spot, Secret Bodega. Plus, we celebrate the return of the Mars Bar and sip a refreshing watermelon agua fresca.

05-11-2025 by Chef Jamie Gwen

Halloumi’s squeaky, grill-friendly texture makes it a perfect meatless dish. In food news: Oreo and Sour Patch Kids team up for a sweet-sour snack. Plus, Tyler Florence shares his culinary journey, and Scott Kaylin introduces his gourmet pickle empire. Last Bite: Try the frittoffel—frittata cooked in a waffle maker for a fun twist on breakfast!