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How can you cook a great brisket for your holiday dinner?  Author Joan Nathan joins the program to discuss her newest cookbook.  Plus, Dara reveals her top five refrigerator cookies.

What is this new trend called keto?  Author and wellness expert Maria Emmerich comes in-studio to discuss the ketogenic diet.  Plus, TV host and author Adam Richman describes his role in the annual NFL Kick Hunger Challenge.

The St. Paul Farmer's Market opened up its new Indoor Winter market season on Saturday.  Love Tree Farms cheesemaker Mary Falk discusses what to expect, as well as the behind-the-scenes talk of the cheese industry.  Plus, Atlanta chef Kevin Rathbun describes his role in the NFL's Kick Hunger Challenge.

Author Richard Parks III tells Dara about his book “Guerilla Tacos”, which digs into that particular meal and the restaurant of the same name.  Dara back that up with her top taco recipes.  Then, Thomas Boemer of Corner Table explains his part in the NFL’s Kick Hunger Challenge.

Chef and author Karen Akunowicz joins the program to discuss the best ways to cook Chinese food at home. Chef Steve Samson of Sotto talks about Taste of the NFL’s Kick Hunger Challenge and his role as the Los Angeles Rams representative for Taste of the NFL.