Chasing Stars

Sarah and Doug
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Welcome to Chasing Stars where two home cooks pursue Michelin glory. Join hosts Sarah & Doug for an adult comedy cooking podcast featuring two dorks in a kitchen.

  1. 5d ago

    Grenadine, was the original a bomb?

    In this episode... What does Grenadine have to do with pomagranates and why are we making grenadine without a single drop of pomegrante in it? Join us this week as we get messy with language and messy with measurements as we try to see what grenadine from 1893 tastes like. Pulak, C. “Reading the Past: Shipwrecks and the Archaeology of Maritime Trade.” Pennsylvania State University, 2008. Heritage Institute. “Iranian Zoroastrian Marriage Customs.” Heritage Institute, n.d. Ilkogretim Online. “Cultural and Historical Perspectives on Grenadine.” Ilkogretim Online, 2020. Bon à Savoir. “La mystérieuse origine du véritable sirop grenadine.” Bon à Savoir, 2023. Academia.edu. “La Etimología del Topónimo Granada.” Academia.edu, n.d. Alcademics. “When Did Grenadine Become an Artificial Ingredient?” Alcademics, 2014. Google Books. Trade Manual Reference on Grenadine Essence. Google Books, n.d. Archive.org. Standard Manuals of Soda Fountain Practice. Archive.org, early 20th c. HathiTrust. Grenadine References in Confectionery Manuals. HathiTrust Digital Library, n.d. Archive.org. Le Confiseur Moderne. Archive.org, 19th c. Send us Fan Mail Hosts: Sarah Davis & Doug Right Producer: Will Ellesson Audio Consultant: Ben Staub Cover Art: Matt Laverty Music: jonworthymusic/Salty, Sugar, Sweet - Instrumental/Tribe of Noise Please support the creators whose work we are attempting to reproduce.  The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are entirely our own and do not reflect the greater Chasing Stars team. Please like, follow, and share. Thanks again for listening. Website: Welcome to Chasing Stars Facebook: Chasing Stars Podcast Instagram: welcometochasingstars BlueSky: @chasingstarspod.bsky.social Email: contact@welcometochasingstars.com

  2. Sep 4

    Rice Pudding: an ancient classic

    In this episode... Rice pudding is a classic comfort food with roots in India and China. On today's episode we explore the history of rice pudding and make the viral Riz Au Lait from L'Ami Jean in Paris.  Food52. “Congee: Rice Porridge Across Cultures.” Food52, 2023. SMU People. “Kheer: An Essential Dish.” SMU HIST 2390, 29 June 2020. Sanatan Hindu Dharma. Atharvaveda. Sanatan Hindu Dharma, n.d. Milk Street. “Rice Pudding with Caramel Cream and Almond Praline.” Milk Street, 2022. The Wizard’s Table. “Sweet Coconut Rice.” The Wizard’s Table, 2021. Indonesia Dialogue. “Usaba Dodol Ceremony, Karangasem, Bali.” Indonesia Dialogue, 2020. Regula Ysewijn. “The Rise of Rice Pudding: A History and a 14th‑Century Recipe.” Regula Ysewijn, 2023. UCL Discovery. “Rice in South India: Archaeological and Historical Perspectives.” UCL Discovery, 2014. History Dollop. “Ris Engoulé: Rice in Beef Stock.” History Dollop, 6 Sept. 2017. Archive.org. Medical and Culinary Manuscript, 15th c. Libro de Arte Coquinaria. English Translation of Libro de Arte Coquinaria. Shainer GitHub Pages, n.d. L’Ami Jean. Restaurant L’Ami Jean, Paris. L’Ami Jean Instagram. Instagram Profile of L’Ami Jean. Send us Fan Mail Hosts: Sarah Davis & Doug Right Producer: Will Ellesson Audio Consultant: Ben Staub Cover Art: Matt Laverty Music: jonworthymusic/Salty, Sugar, Sweet - Instrumental/Tribe of Noise Please support the creators whose work we are attempting to reproduce.  The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are entirely our own and do not reflect the greater Chasing Stars team. Please like, follow, and share. Thanks again for listening. Website: Welcome to Chasing Stars Facebook: Chasing Stars Podcast Instagram: welcometochasingstars BlueSky: @chasingstarspod.bsky.social Email: contact@welcometochasingstars.com

  3. Sep 2 ·  Bonus

    How do you clean a palate? Bonus

    In this episode... we’re plunging into the surprising history of Punch à la Romaine, from its place on the Titanic’s First Class menu to the chefs and restaurateurs behind the ship’s legendary dining rooms. For a deeper dive into the history of palate cleansers—and to see the boozy side of things—check out the full episode! Send us Fan Mail Hosts: Sarah Davis & Doug Right Producer: Will Ellesson Audio Consultant: Ben Staub Cover Art: Matt Laverty Music: jonworthymusic/Salty, Sugar, Sweet - Instrumental/Tribe of Noise Please support the creators whose work we are attempting to reproduce.  The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are entirely our own and do not reflect the greater Chasing Stars team. Please like, follow, and share. Thanks again for listening. Website: Welcome to Chasing Stars Facebook: Chasing Stars Podcast Instagram: welcometochasingstars BlueSky: @chasingstarspod.bsky.social Email: contact@welcometochasingstars.com

  4. Aug 28

    How do you clean a palate?

    In this episode... While a palate cleanser may sound like a thing of the past, they're essential in fine dining and in the world of fragrence. We talk about what a palate actually is and how to get it cleaned. Join us as we recreate a famous dish by the legendary Auguste Escoffier and get ready for a bonus episode with a few more things we couldn't squeeze into the main episode. NCBI Article. “Taste Disorders in Clinical Practice.” National Center for Biotechnology Information, 2021. NCBI Article. “Human Olfactory Function and Disorders.” National Center for Biotechnology Information, 2020. NCBI Article. “Chemosensory Perception and Physiology.” National Center for Biotechnology Information, 2023. Brandes, R., Lang, F., Schmidt, R. Physiologie des Menschen: mit Pathophysiologie. Berlin: Springer, 2019. Menche, N. Biologie Anatomie Physiologie. München: Urban und Fischer, 2016. Plattig, K. H. Spürnasen und Feinschmecker: Die chemischen Sinne des Menschen. Berlin: Springer, 1995. ScienceDirect Article. “Taste and Smell: Chemical Senses Research.” ScienceDirect, 2015. Send us Fan Mail Hosts: Sarah Davis & Doug Right Producer: Will Ellesson Audio Consultant: Ben Staub Cover Art: Matt Laverty Music: jonworthymusic/Salty, Sugar, Sweet - Instrumental/Tribe of Noise Please support the creators whose work we are attempting to reproduce.  The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are entirely our own and do not reflect the greater Chasing Stars team. Please like, follow, and share. Thanks again for listening. Website: Welcome to Chasing Stars Facebook: Chasing Stars Podcast Instagram: welcometochasingstars BlueSky: @chasingstarspod.bsky.social Email: contact@welcometochasingstars.com

  5. Aug 21

    Pad Thai'd

    In this episode... Pad Thai may seem like a classic Thai dish, but is it actually a more modern creation? Join us as we explore the history of pad thai and share a recipe from Chef Pam Soontornyanakij of Potong restaurant in Bangkok. Smithsonian Magazine. “The Surprising History of Pad Thai.” Smithsonian Magazine, 2024. Time Perspectives. “History of Thai Noodle Soup.” Time Perspectives, 2023. Feast Thailand. “Chinese Influence on Thai Cuisine.” Feast Thailand, 2022. Johor Kaki. “Noodle Is Your Lunch: History of Pad Thai.” Johor Kaki, 2021. Colorado Public Radio. “The First Thai Restaurant in the U.S. Was in Denver — Here’s an Original Recipe.” CPR News, 7 May 2021. The Splendid Table. “How Thai Food Took Over America.” The Splendid Table, 10 Jan. 2019. Michelin Guide. “How to Make Pad Thai Like Sorn, Thailand’s Three‑Michelin‑Star Restaurant.” Michelin Guide, 2023. Send us Fan Mail Hosts: Sarah Davis & Doug Right Producer: Will Ellesson Audio Consultant: Ben Staub Cover Art: Matt Laverty Music: jonworthymusic/Salty, Sugar, Sweet - Instrumental/Tribe of Noise Please support the creators whose work we are attempting to reproduce.  The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are entirely our own and do not reflect the greater Chasing Stars team. Please like, follow, and share. Thanks again for listening. Website: Welcome to Chasing Stars Facebook: Chasing Stars Podcast Instagram: welcometochasingstars BlueSky: @chasingstarspod.bsky.social Email: contact@welcometochasingstars.com

  6. Aug 14

    Something milky this way comes...

    In this episode... Milkshakes might be our most seditious episode yet. Join us as we discuss why milkshakes are both a symbol of purity and a fight against the establishment as we recreate a delicious Pierre Herme treat. Federal Register. “Food Standards; Milkshake.” Federal Register, 11 Feb. 1991. Berg, Robert. The History and Development of Milkshakes. University of the Pacific Scholarly Commons, 2010. Gluckman, Darcy. “History of the Milkshake.” Art of Drink, 2020. Den of Geek. “Celebrating Milkshake in the Movies.” Den of Geek, 2021. ChurchPOP. “The Hidden Meaning Behind the Strangely Beautiful Lactation of St. Bernard.” ChurchPOP, 2017. Eat My Critique. “Serendipity 3.” Eat My Critique, 2023. Top Secret Recipes. “Serendipity 3 Frrrozen Hot Chocolate Copycat Recipe.” Top Secret Recipes, 2023. Send us Fan Mail Hosts: Sarah Davis & Doug Right Producer: Will Ellesson Audio Consultant: Ben Staub Cover Art: Matt Laverty Music: jonworthymusic/Salty, Sugar, Sweet - Instrumental/Tribe of Noise Please support the creators whose work we are attempting to reproduce.  The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are entirely our own and do not reflect the greater Chasing Stars team. Please like, follow, and share. Thanks again for listening. Website: Welcome to Chasing Stars Facebook: Chasing Stars Podcast Instagram: welcometochasingstars BlueSky: @chasingstarspod.bsky.social Email: contact@welcometochasingstars.com

  7. Aug 7 ·  Bonus

    Bonus Ketchup

    Send us Fan Mail Hosts: Sarah Davis & Doug Right Producer: Will Ellesson Audio Consultant: Ben Staub Cover Art: Matt Laverty Music: jonworthymusic/Salty, Sugar, Sweet - Instrumental/Tribe of Noise Please support the creators whose work we are attempting to reproduce.  The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are entirely our own and do not reflect the greater Chasing Stars team. Please like, follow, and share. Thanks again for listening. Website: Welcome to Chasing Stars Facebook: Chasing Stars Podcast Instagram: welcometochasingstars BlueSky: @chasingstarspod.bsky.social Email: contact@welcometochasingstars.com

  8. Aug 7

    What do you say to a slow tomato? Ketchup!

    In this episode... Join us as we catch you up on one of summer BBQ’s favorite condiments. Doug and Sarah explore the history of ketchup, make a tomato ketchup from Galton Blackiston, and share new ketchup research from the 1801 Sugar House Book courtesy of the Newport Historical Society. A New Dictionary of the Terms Ancient and Modern of the Canting Crew. 1699, by B. E. Gent. Davidson, Alan. The Oxford Companion to Food. 2nd ed., edited by Tom Jaine, Oxford University Press, 2006, p. 574. English Katchup Recipe. Colonial Williamsburg, n.d. Epicurious. “The History of Ketchup.” Epicurious, n.d. History.com. “Ketchup’s Surprising Ancient History.” History, n.d. Ketchup (Eighteenth‑Century Lit). EighteenthCenturyLit.pbworks, n.d. Monticello Catsup Recipe. Monticello Archives (PDF), n.d. Real Baking with Rose. “Sublime Ketchup from Chef Mich.” 2016. Smith, Andrew F. Pure Ketchup: A History of America’s National Condiment. Smithsonian Institution Press, 2001. Smithsonian Magazine. “The Birth of Non‑Alcoholic Ketchup.” Smithsonian Magazine, n.d. The Conversation. “A Brief History of Ketchup.” The Conversation, n.d. The Great Culinary Breakthrough: Mushroom Ketchup. Atlas Obscura, n.d. The Instagram of Chef Galton Blackiston. Instagram, n.d. Newport Historical Society. “Sugar House Book” Newport Historical Society Collections, circa 1850. Send us Fan Mail Hosts: Sarah Davis & Doug Right Producer: Will Ellesson Audio Consultant: Ben Staub Cover Art: Matt Laverty Music: jonworthymusic/Salty, Sugar, Sweet - Instrumental/Tribe of Noise Please support the creators whose work we are attempting to reproduce.  The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are entirely our own and do not reflect the greater Chasing Stars team. Please like, follow, and share. Thanks again for listening. Website: Welcome to Chasing Stars Facebook: Chasing Stars Podcast Instagram: welcometochasingstars BlueSky: @chasingstarspod.bsky.social Email: contact@welcometochasingstars.com

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Welcome to Chasing Stars where two home cooks pursue Michelin glory. Join hosts Sarah & Doug for an adult comedy cooking podcast featuring two dorks in a kitchen.

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  • Creator
    Sarah and Doug
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    86
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Chasing Stars LLC
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    Chasing Stars