Chewing

Chicago Tribune's Louisa Chu and Axios Chicago's Monica Eng
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Chewing

Food and health podcast by Chicago Tribune food critic Louisa Chu and Axios Chicago reporter Monica Eng.

  1. OCT 21

    Episode 133: Ruth Reichl, Hewn bread, Volition tea, cultivated meat

    This week on Chewing, we talk about how sisters are doing it for sustainability! First, Monica talks to legendary author and editor Ruth Reichl about her new documentary film Food and Country. Then, we talked to Hewn Bread founder Ellen King and Volition Tea founder Annie Xiang about their big expansions. Finally, Monica talked to Upside Food COO Amy Chen who offered Monica a taste of their cultivated meat, but did she eat it? Lastly, a new bonus segment with a new jingle!   chewing.xyz chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast facebook.com/chewingpodcast Insta Louisa Chu @louisachu1 Monica Eng @monicaengreporter   Links: Order Made in Chicago: Stories Behind 30 Great Hometown Bites by Monica Eng and David Hammond   Music: Theme music: “Zhong Nan Hai” by Carsick Cars  Outro music: “15 Minutes Older” by Carsick Cars Segments:  “A Better Future” by David Bowie "Bread and Butter" by The Newbeats “Tea For Two (with Choir and Orchestra)” by Doris Day “Cup Of Tea” by Kacey Musgraves “Cells” by They Might Be Giants “Chicken” by Pixies “Le Grand café” by Charles Trenet

    1h 12m

  2. SEP 16

    Episode 132: George R.R. Martin workshop, Honey Ahmed, Curtis Chin

    This week, Monica and Louisa talk Honey and Fun Guys. First, Monica went to the inaugural George R.R. Martin Summer Intensive Writing Workshop, where she made Malaysian rice balls with fellow fellow, Honey Ahmad. Monica also talked to author and filmmaker Curtis Chin about his book “Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant.” Finally, Monica talks to Josh Noel about his new book on Malort and dares Louisa and Iris to try fungi yogurt, but will they eat it?   chewing.xyz chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast facebook.com/chewingpodcast Insta Louisa Chu @louisachu1 Monica Eng @monicaengreporter   Links: Order Made in Chicago: Stories Behind 30 Great Hometown Bites by Monica Eng and David Hammond Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant by Curtis Chin Malört: The Redemption of a Revered and Reviled Spirit by Josh Noel   Music: Theme music: “Zhong Nan Hai” by Carsick Cars  Outro music: “15 Minutes Older” by Carsick Cars Segments:  “Janji” by Aziz Harun “Masing Masing” by Ernie Zakri, Ade Govinda “Early in the Morning” by The Gories “Detroit City Blues” by Fats Domino “Crying at Airports” by Whale

    1h 3m

  3. JUL 15

    Episode 131: Beards, Goats and Bear

    This week on Chewing, Monica and Louisa report back from the James Beard Awards. Monica talks to Outstanding Chef winner Michael Rafidi, Best Chef: Great Lakes winner Hajime Sato, and Lifetime Achievement Award winner Ruth Reichl. Then, Monica chats with Capriole Goat Cheese founder Judy Schad and Prairie Grass Cafe chef and co-owner Sarah Stegner. Louisa talks about her story on The Bear and dares Monica and Iris to try a James Beard award-winning chef’s cannabis chocolate. Last, Monica catches up with TikTok star Jake Potashnick on finally opening the doors to his new farm-to-table restaurant Feld.   chewing.xyz chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast facebook.com/chewingpodcast Insta Louisa Chu @louisachu1 Monica Eng @monicaengreporter   Links: Order Made in Chicago: Stories Behind 30 Great Hometown Bites    Music: Theme music: “Zhong Nan Hai” by Carsick Cars  Outro music: “15 Minutes Older” by Carsick Cars Segments:  “Working for the Knife” by Mitzki “Fly Over States” by Jason Aldean “The Midwest Can Be Alright” by The Gizmos “Grass Canons” by Olivia Tremor Control “A New Day Has Come” by Celine Dion

    1h 10m

  4. MAY 13

    Episode 130: Fake fish, black jello, José André dog treats

    This week on Chewing, Monica recaps her Chicago adventures in beef, beer, bowls, and baseball. Then, she tastes fake fish and talks to Aqua Cultured Foods co-founder and CGO Brittany Chibe! Lastly, Louisa dares Monica & Iris to eat black jello from Costco and dares our dogs to eat treats from José Andrés!   chewing.xyz chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast facebook.com/chewingpodcast Insta Louisa Chu @louisachu1 Monica Eng @monicaengreporter   Links: Order Made in Chicago: Stories Behind 30 Great Hometown Bites    Music Theme music: “Zhong Nan Hai” by Carsick Cars  Outro music: “15 Minutes Older” by Carsick Cars Segments:  “It’s A Beautiful Day For A Ball Game” by The Harry Simeone Songsters  “Funkytown” by Lipps Inc. “Galang” by M.I.A. “Fish & Whistle” by John Prine

    47 min

  5. MAR 11

    Episode 129: Chef Geno Bahena, La Grande Boucherie, John’s Food & Wine

    This week, Monica and Louisa talk about mole, French food, and corned beef. First, Monica talks to veteran chef Geno Bahena who’s now cooking at Manchamanteles. Then, Monica talks to Emil Stefkov, founder of La Grande Boucherie, which claims it’s the biggest restaurant in Chicago. Finally, Louisa reveals details on the corned beef sandwich at John’s Food & Wine, where they’re paying their cooks $36 an hour! chewing.xyz chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast facebook.com/chewingpodcast Louisa Chu: Insta @louisachu1, Threads @louisachu Monica Eng: Insta @monicaengreporter   Links: Order Made in Chicago: Stories Behind 30 Great Hometown Bites    Music: Theme music: “Zhong Nan Hai” by Carsick Cars Outro music: “15 Minutes Older” by Carsick Cars Segments: “Mexicana Hermosa” (Versión Mariachi) by Natalia Lafourcade ft. Carlos Rivera “Logan’s Loop” by Andrew Bird “Pulaski At Night” by Andrew Bird “There Is A Light That Never Goes Out” by The Smiths “Be Sweet” by Japanese Breakfast

    49 min

  6. JAN 22

    Episode 128: Maxwells Trading, Feld, next gen chefs

    This week, Monica and Louisa talk about the next gen of chefs and King Cake season. Monica interviews chef Erling Wu-Bower who just opened Maxwell Trading, plus chef and TikTok star Jacob Potashnick who’s planning to open Feld in Chicago. Then, Louisa gives us the rundown on Roscas, and what she's hoping for King Cake season.   chewing.xyz chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast facebook.com/chewingpodcast Louisa Chu: Insta @louisachu1, Threads @louisachu Monica Eng: Insta @monicaengreporter   Links: Order Made in Chicago: Stories Behind 30 Great Hometown Bites    Music: Theme music: “Zhong Nan Hai” by Carsick Cars Outro music: “15 Minutes Older” by Carsick Cars Segments: "Hey Good Lookin'" by Hank Williams "I Can See Clearly Now" by Johnny Nash

    47 min

  7. 12/25/2023

    Episode 127: Zooey Deschanel, Mike Sula, Malört

    This week, Monica and Louisa talk about the holidays, health, and drinks! Monica interviews Zooey Deschanel about her health app. Monica attends the 90th anniversary party for Malört and talks to our pal and James Beard award winning writer and pop-up maestro Mike Sula about his secret homemade drink made with wormwood. Finally, Louisa shares her experience at CosMc’s, the futuristic new concept from McDonald’s.   chewing.xyz chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast facebook.com/chewingpodcast Louisa Chu: Insta @louisachu1, Threads @louisachu Monica Eng: Insta @monicaengreporter   Links: Order Made in Chicago: Stories Behind 30 Great Hometown Bites    Music: Theme music: “Zhong Nan Hai” by Carsick Cars Outro music: “15 Minutes Older” by Carsick Cars Segments:  “Awake” by Mader (from the original soundtrack for Eat Drink Man Woman) “Ridin’ in My Car” by She & Him

    40 min

  8. 12/04/2023

    Episode 126: Kevin Pang, Michele Norris, power foods

    This week, Monica and Louisa catch up after getting stuffed at Thanksgiving. Monica talks to America’s Test Kitchen’s Kevin Pang about his new book co-written with his dad, “A Very Chinese Cookbook: 100 Recipes From China And Not China (But Still Really Chinese).” Then, Monica chats with Emmy and Peabody award-winning journalist Michele Norris about her new podcast “Your Mama’s Kitchen.” Lastly, nutritionist and doctor Michael Crupain tells Monica about his new book “The Power Five Essential Foods For Optimum Health.”   chewing.xyz chicagotribune.com/chewingpodcast facebook.com/chewingpodcast Louisa Chu: Insta @louisachu1, Threads @louisachu Monica Eng: Insta @monicaengreporter   Links: Order Made in Chicago: Stories Behind 30 Great Hometown Bites    Music: Theme music: “Zhong Nan Hai” by Carsick Cars Outro music: “15 Minutes Older” by Carsick Cars Segments:  “LUNCH”  by My Little Airport  “詩歌舞街” by My Little Airport  “Family Reunion” by Jill Scott “Look At Them Beans” by Johnny Cash

    1h 23m
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Food and health podcast by Chicago Tribune food critic Louisa Chu and Axios Chicago reporter Monica Eng.

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  • Creator
    Chicago Tribune's Louisa Chu and Axios Chicago's Monica Eng
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2024
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Chewing

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