Texas barbecue is legendary, and the state capital of Austin has its own take on that.  Author Paula Forbes describes what we can expect in her new offering, "The Austin Cookbook".  Lucie Amundson of Locally Laid talks about those Easter eggs.  Dara reveals her top pea recipes.

Our weekly look with Dara at what's going on in the world of food.

The Women Chefs & Restaurateurs National Conference will be in the Twin Cities next month.  Dara previews it with the organization's executive director, Kristen Lee-Charlson, and Chef Shack co-owner Carrie Summer.  Plus, Dara describes her top pork loin recipes.

Cookbook author Robin Asbell joins Dara to discuss the upcoming trends in the world of food.  Plus, our host offers up ways to glam up your ice cream sundaes.

On today's show Dara visits with Jay Sparks who founded D'Amico Cucina.

Later in the show Dara visits with Jill Mott about a wine class. Dara also shares her favorite goat cheese recipes.