Passing the Plate Podcast
The Passing the Plate podcast is all about food, traditions, and the wonderful connections they create. Each week, co-hosts Ashley Covelli of Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen and Lisa Lisson of Are You My Cousin? will guide you on a flavor-packed adventure.
Tune in to dive into family history, explore new cultures and cuisines, and preserve favorite recipes for future generations. Every episode of Passing the Plate guarantees to be a feast for the senses and a celebration of togetherness.
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Podcasting since 2024 • 69 episodes
Passing the Plate Podcast
Latest Episodes
69: Jet Engines to Spice Kits: Sheila Narayanan's Mission to Make Indian Cooking Accessible
What happens when a rocket scientist decides to revolutionize home cooking? Meet Sheila Narayanan, founder of Simply Masala, whose remarkable journey took her from designing jet engines to creating innovative spice kits that make authentic Indi...
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68: A Seat at the Tray Table: The Story of the TV Dinner
In this episode, we’re digging into the origins of the TV dinner—those individually portioned frozen meals that became a staple of American convenience.We’ll explore the history, marketing myths, and cultural impact of the TV dinner, and...
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Episode 68
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67: Scoops, Swirls & Sips: Cooling Off with Frozen Classics
As August winds down and the temperatures stay high, we’re looking close at a deliciously refreshing topic: frozen treats. In this episode, we’re breaking down the differences between ice cream, sherbet, frozen yogurt, milkshakes, f...
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66: Celebrating National Farmers Market Week
In honor of National Farmers Market Week (August 3–9, 2025), this episode shines a light on the essential role farmers markets play in connecting communities with fresh, local food. We’ll explore why these markets matter—economically, culturall...
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Episode 66
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65: Brunch and Banchan: Bridging Korean and Southern Flavors with Cynthia Christensen
What happens when Korean flavors meet Southern comfort food? Our guest Cynthia Christensen of But First We Brunch knows exactly how magical this combination can be.Growing up in a household where kimchi shared fridge space with cornbread...
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Episode 65
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