Ben Lehman, GM of the Carlile Room, stops by to talk about upcoming drinks and menus celebrating Hamilton at the Paramount // Back by popular demand, Mike Mondello, President and CEO of Made in Washington, highlights locally made Valentine’s packages // Award-winning food writer Sara Dickerman dishes on crafting cookbooks and her new newsletter: What Should I Bring? // Lucio Gomiero, Owner and winemaker at Vignalta winery, joins us to talk about his craft // We dive into the world of radicchio with Jason Salvo, owner of Local Roots Farm // And of course, we wrap up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

Chef Danae Mclaughlin shares her tips for crafting dark chocolate truffles and Linzer cookies // We dive into the art of cooking lamb rib chops // We spend a segment celebrating blood orange season // Cookbook Author and Chef Sally James joins us to talk about Yarra Valley Caviar // We’re dishing up all things pancakes—from buckwheat blini to Loretta’s fluffy classics // Hot Cakes Pastry Chef Britiany Bardeleben stops by to explore molten chocolate cake // And of course, we wrap up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

We’re diving into Coconut Prawns! // Chef Edouardo Jordan, founder of Food with Roots, joins us to talk about the Soul of Seattle Fundraiser on February 8th // It’s National Soup Month, and we’re exploring the ultimate comfort food: Chicken Soup // Fred Ness from Dahlia Bakery stops by to chat about Mochi Donuts and Seasonal Pastries // Grab your skewers—it’s Fondue Party season! // Back by popular demand, Rachel Belle shares her culinary escapades for the New Year // And of course, we wrap up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

Fresh from Spain, Chef Bridget Charters shares flavors and discoveries from her latest culinary adventure // Find out which condiments are worth making from scratch // We’re turning ordinary lasagna into something extraordinary // Chef Sean McFadyen takes us through the bold and vibrant world of New Orleans’ Creole and Cajun cuisine // It’s National Soup Month! This week, we’re dishing up Posole // We start the year off right with a pantry refresh // And, as always, we wrap up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

We kick of the new year with 2025 Food Trends Highlights // Makini Howell, Chef-Owner of Plum Bistro, introduces her new cookbook:  Simple Goodness: No-Fuss Plant-Based Meals Straight from Your Pantry // We’re diving into Hearty Winter Soups // Sam Spillman of Caffe Vita shares New Pours for the New Year // We talk Roast Chicken // Llance and Lori Kezner, co creators of Millie’s Sipping Broth, discuss how they’re redefining savory sipping // And of course, we wrap up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!!

We explore Cabbage Rolls // Michelle Douglas, CEO of Emergency Food Network, is back to shed light on their impactful work and to share stories of growing up around a dinner table set for ten // Renee Erickson, Chef & Co-Owner of Sea Creatures Restaurants, shares her latest cookbook: Sunlight & Breadcrumbs, Making Food with Creativity & Curiosity // We create a festive New Year's Eve dinner menu // And of course, we wrap up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!!

Chef Danae McLaughlin takes us on a global dumpling journey // Pete Fjosne, Executive Chef of Rhein Haus, shares his modern twist on traditional German cuisine // Ashley Trout, Founder of VITAL Wines, discusses supporting vineyard workers through purpose-driven winemaking // Food writer Leslie Kelly joins Terry Phair, owner of Lummi Seafood Market and Cha•k’os Fire Pit // Holly Smith, acclaimed Executive Chef and Owner of Café Juanita, shares insights into the creative process behind crafting a menu // And we’ll wrap it up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

We’re diving into Hawaiian cuisine! · Mike Mondello, President and CEO of Made in Washington, shares locally made holiday treats · Michael Teer from Pike and Western Wine Shop guides us through champagne and sparkling wine · Mother-daughter duo Hsiao-Ching Chou and Meilee Riddle introduce their new book, Feasts of Good Fortune: 75 Recipes for a Year of Chinese American Celebrations · Hsiao-Ching then takes us on a soy sauce tasting journey · Kevin Smith, Co-Owner of Beast & Cleaver, talks about celebrating local, sustainable meats · And we’ll wrap it all up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia

National Pastry Day is around the corner, and we’re celebrating by exploring the world of pastries // Chef Instructor Rasyidah Rosli teaches us about the art of Dim Sum // Chicory season is upon us, and we’re diving into their unique, bitter charm // Betsy and Andrea Sherrow from Seattle Caviar Co. join us for an exciting chat // Chef Bridget Charters shares her expertise on handmade pastas // Chef Lauren Jackson of Pintxo by Valdemar shares Spanish treats and holiday vibes from the Holiday Market at Woodinville Schoolhouse District // And, as always, we wrap up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!

We’re talking Easy Weeknight Dinners! // Susan Cathcart of 58 Stars Travel and our friend Kathy Rautureau take us on a journey through culinary travels, featuring an upcoming tour of Sicily’s Etna wine region in 2025 // Award-winning Chef Maggie Trujillo from Fire & Vine Hospitality shares delicious samples from El Gaucho, Aerlume, and AQUA // We delve into crafting a show-stopping Holiday Prime Rib Roast // Then, it’s all about Favorite Holiday Potatoes // Lara Hamilton, owner of the Book Larder, shares her top recommendations of new cookbooks for the holiday season // And of course, we wrap things up with Rub with Love Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!