The Food Coma Podcast with Joe Ricchio

In this episode, I sit down with chef and cookbook writer Annie Mahle to talk about life as a cook on the high seas. I dazzle her with my nautical vernacular, and in return, she tells a few stories which tie directly into her newest release, The Tiny Kitchen Cookbook. 

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In this episode, I sit down with cookbook author Mindy Fox to talk about the process of writing a cookbook, what makes a proper salad, and properly roasted chicken. These are all important things for you to know about, which can hardly be said for my rant about the Deal-A-Meal diet by RIchard Simmons. Also, be sure to pick up her newest book, Let's Do Dinner - her second collaboration with Queer Eye's Antoni Porowski. 

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In this episode, I sit down with husband and wife team Vince Maniaci and Jill Dutton, owners of The Cheese Iron in Scarborough, Maine. I suppose, in essence, it's more of a love letter from me to them, which ends with Vince stealing a car (in turn, reassuring Jill of his dangerous side). It's a journey of redemption for all of us. Plus, we talk about cheese. Also, we eat cheese.... and there are these little fucking chocolate. Anyw...

In this episode, I sit down with Krista Kern Desjarlais, chef and owner of The Purple House, as well as Bresca & The Honey Bee. She also operated one of the most well-regarded and missed Portland eateries, Bresca. We delve into her professional restaurant career - past, present, and future. I confess to my love of white chocolate. It's very exciting. You'll love it. Please enjoy. 

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In this episode, chef and entrepreneur Josh Potocki begins with describing his personal journey, before we start waxing nostalgic about the golden age of decadence. Well, for us anyway. It was our scene, different from now - not that there is anything wrong with the current state of affairs. I think it's part of getting old when terms like "Pop-Up" can't help but solicit a huge eye roll. Also if you can take away anything from this...

In this episode I hook up with restaurateur and food writer Malcolm Bedell. If you’re looking for a conversation about haute cuisine, you’ve come to the right place. Fake banana flavor, Little Debbie, the Filet-O-Fish, and an exploration into classic model Huffy bikes. Also, we discuss our mutual disdain for people who ride tandem bikes. 

Also we celebrate our two new sponsors - The Dunstan Tap & Table as well as Legent Bourbon. Yo...

In this episode, I get together with longtime friend Lacey Burke to talk about her experience in the Champagne business. This, of course, leads to the relentless string of diversions and tangents you've come to love (hopefully) and expect (at least) from this show. Scarface, why I don't like horror films, food poisoning stories, and Halloween are a few topics that just barely scratch the surface. 

Also, there are two OUTSTANDING ca...

In this episode, I get together with my friend and culinary legend, Chef Rob Evans. Most people know him for winning the James Beard Award, being one of Food & Wines Best New Chefs, and winning on Chopped. 

We delve into the past's food world contrasted with the present, and then we predict the future - because we know everything. Obviously. 

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In this episode, I head out into the woods of Buxton, Maine to chat with radio personality and producer, Chris Sedenka. Initially, we were going to be talking all things BBQ, but per usual we branch off into all kinds of tangents. I had a blast hanging out with Chris, and I hope you enjoy the show as much as I do. 

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I know that, as of today, the world seems like a crazy fucking place. The one thing that we have to cope with this is wine. All morning, all afternoon, and all night. I meet up with one of my new favorite people, wine writer Jim Laughren, and we get right into it.  Please enjoy. 

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In this episode, I have the privilege of speaking with Martin Connelly, owner of The Little Red Cup Tea Co. Not only do we discuss the different styles of tea, with a focus on China, but he also provides a glimpse into the business of importing tea. 

Also - Trapper Keepers. 

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In this episode, I cover all things restaurant-related with Chef/Owner of Preux & Proper in Los Angeles, Sammy Monsour. As it turns out, we both have fairly assertive opinions on the topic...

Also Burning Man, Stone Cold Steve Austin, and what makes a great burger (and what does not). 

Between segments, I make the "Filthy Halo" with Belfry Bourbon from Stroudwater Distillery! You can also find the episode on iTunes, Spotify, Googl...

Chef Devin Finigan truly does it all. Her restaurant, Aragosta at Goose Cove in Deer Isle, Maine, is simply one of the most enjoyable experiences in the entire state. Her enthusiasm for what she does is absolutely contagious and left me wanting to schedule another visit in the Fall.  In this episode, we discuss the past, present, and future of Aragosta, while deviating to address everything from dining al fresco to cod sperm. Also...

Something you may or may not know is that I've been doing a weekly radio show on the Downtown with Rich Kimball Show called "Shut Up and Eat" for 4 years now. I was quite excited to turn the tables on Rich and his co-host Carey as we discuss the wide variety of impressive guests that have been on the show over the years. We talk a little bit about politics until realizing that by the time this episode would be released, any news wo...

In this episode I welcome a friend from WAY back - Allison Gray, owner of Northstar Holistic Medicine. Her work in the medical field addresses the issues that, more often than not, your doctor will not, like hormone therapy and assessing the bodies deficiencies before just banging out another RX. We discuss psychedelics, carnivorous plants, and people with a genetic makeup that allows them to metabolize alcohol in a different way.

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In this episode, I take plenty of time to wax nostalgic about the good ole days with Joshua Miranda, owner of both Blyth and Burrows and Via Vecchia in Portland, Maine. His work in the restaurant, night club, and hospitality business spans decades and has found him in New York City, Miami, and then finally back in Portland. Let’s just say he was knee-deep in the game back when sporty wristbands were fashionable behind the bar.

We t...

Musician and budding Hot Sauce Tycoon Evan Smith is my guest on the 4th episode of season 2. Evan plays keyboard, synthesizers, and sax in the band Bleachers, while his recording and performing credits run the gamut from St. Vincent to Bon Iver to Taylor Swift.

Throughout his musical career he has always maintained his enthusiasm for cooking, and has recently launched his own hot sauce (evansrockin.com) that even heat enthusiast Ra...

In season 2, episode 3 I team up with Spencer Albee for an exploration of what happens when two podcasts crash into each other to form a single, heartwarming performance. Instructions to hear more are provided at the end of the first segment. 

We discuss (among many topics) the general public, food service, and why on earth they would remake High Fidelity. Head over to The Food Coma Podcast with Joe Ricchio for part one and the Spe...

In episode 18 we welcome our first repeat guest, Nellie Edwards, to compare experiences around week 5 of the pandemic. Everyone handles stress and changes a little differently, and some in healthier manners than others. As it turns out, you can have too much of ANYTHING, no matter how good it is - Saltines and Hot Balls come to mind.

Of course, the nostalgia and tales of debauchery flow freely... 

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