In this episode of Food Court with Richard Blais he takes on a case made for these hot summer days - what's the best ice cream? Chocolate or vanilla? But these aren't just any defendants in the courtroom today, these are his kids and the stakes have never been higher. Please go to Richard's instagram account to weigh in on who you thought won the case!

**NOTE- this was recorded inside their home, during the shelter in place order**

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On this episode of Food Court with Richard Blais our judge has to decide between two classic breakfast items - the breakfast burrito and the breakfast sandwich. Married couple Kimberly (actress) and Derrick (chef) Fox are sick of fighting about it and are ready for a third party to settle this one and for all. How will Richard decide between these two perfect foods? Tune in to find out!

**NOTE** This episode was filmed before the sheltering in place order started in California when we could all be in the studio together. During sheltering in place we have all eaten countless breakfast burritos and breakfast sandwiches.

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In this episode of Food Court with Richard Blais our judge must decide between two tasty and delectable tortillas. You might be thinking, why not get one of each? But this is the Food Court and it's all or nothing so get outta here with that accommodating opinion. Comedian and writer Rekha Shankar thinks the obvious choice is flour tortillas while fellow comedian and writer Mike Trapp thinks corn tortillas are not only healthier they also taste so much better. This debate has been raging for years and today they will finally get a judgement.

**NOTE** This episode was recorded long before the sheltering in place order, in the before times, and the contents sometimes reflect that.

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This week on the Food Court with Richard Blais we have two writers and podcasters who disagree on a very basic human need; water. Humans need water to live but which water would you rather drink- regular water or water with bubbles? Flat or fizzy? Still or sparkling? Anna Hossnieh and Shereen Lani Younes of Ethnically Ambigious don't care how you say it but they feel strongly about how you drink it.

**NOTE** This episode was recorded at a distance during the sheltering in place order.

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The case being brought to the Food Court with Richard Blais this week is one of chili and do you think beans are okay in it or do you think they're completely and totally unacceptable? Well cake-master Duff Goldman thinks they're against everything chili stands for while his wife Johnna thinks beans help make chili into a complete meal. This episode was recorded remotely during self quarantine where the two have had ample time to realize that they just don't see eye to eye on this and need an impartial judge to settle it. Who will win??

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On this episode of Food Court with Richard Blais comedian Melanie Maras has brought the case of movie theater snacks and that she believes popcorn is the only choice. Her friend and fellow comedian Ariel Kashanchi thinks candy offers variety and fun flavors that popcorn just can't compete with. How will our judge decide?? Listen to find out!

NOTE- this was recorded in February, before sheltering in place, when being in the same room was okay.

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In this episode of Food Court with Richard Blais our judge will hear two culinary powerhouses debate the merits of Girl Scout cookies. Chef Nyesha Arrington is arguing in favor of Thin Mints while cookbook author Catherine McCord is going to bat for her beloved Samoas. Luckily, listeners at home can eat whatever cookie they want while they listen to this epic throw down.

NOTE- this episode was recorded before the shelter in place order when we could still record together in the studio and Girl Scouts were out selling their cookies out in public.

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On this episode of Food Court with Richard Blais our judge is tasked with choosing between two beloved and cherished pizza types. Comedian James Heaney has come to court to argue passionately in favor of deep dish pizza while his friend and fellow comedian Jackie Schwarz, who lived in Chicago for four years, is here to argue in favor of New York style. No matter what, one thing is for certain, a whole lot of people are going to disagree with the verdict!

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On this episode of Food Court with Richard Blais, two long-time friends, comedians, actors and writers Julie Brister and Amy Rhodes throw down in a cilantro debate. They may agree on a lot of things but they simply cannot agree on cilantro so Judge Richard will have to settle this once and for all.

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In the Food Court this week Judge Richard Blais has to settle the case of coffee and whether or not it should cost more than $2. Comedian and writer Teresa Lee has very strong opinions on this one even if it may be unpopular to admit. Going up against her is California chef Bradley Miller who is down with expensive coffee and doesn't care who knows it. Who will win? You have to listen to find out!

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