American Gravy

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American Gravy is where bold flavors meet even bolder opinions. Hosted by acclaimed chefs Andrew and Lauren Gruel, this no-holds-barred podcast dives into food, culture, and real-life chaos with unfiltered honesty and a healthy dose of humor. From viral culinary trends and restaurant stories to personal rants and pop culture takes, American Gravy keeps it spicy and unapologetically real. Whether you’re a food lover, a free thinker, or just along for the ride, you’ll find something to chew on here. New episodes drop weekly... bring your appetite and your opinion! Don’t miss a drop of American Gravy, subscribe now and be the first to hear what’s next! Watch exclusive content on YouTube.com/@andrewgruel and follow @ChefGruel and @laurengruel on X and Facebook or @AndrewGruel and @lauren_gruel on Instagram join the American Gravy community.

  1. DEC 18

    Holiday Food Debates and What’s Worth Eating

    The holidays are here…and so are the food debates, kitchen confessions, and big questions about what we’re really eating.Chef Andrew and Lauren discuss wild viral food news…including Japanese 7-Eleven egg salad sandwiches, Little Caesars stuffed crust chaos, Heinz gravy in a squeeze bottle, and Disney’s smoked salmon corn dog.PLUS…holiday cooking tips…must-have kitchen gifts…and a fascinating food fact about scallops that might haunt you forever. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    29 min

  2. DEC 16

    Food Crimes of the Internet

    Chef Andrew and Lauren are back to cover the latest viral food controversies, shocking holiday kitchen confessions, and the biggest debates in food right now. They break down the “6-7” phenomenon at In-N-Out, question why spicy cereal exists, and take on TikTok food hacks that deserve an 86. Plus: why McDonald’s outrage culture is getting out of control, and the ingredients TikTok needs to stop abusing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    30 min
  3. Vegan Backlash, Cinnamon Paper & Sweetgreen’s Robot Line

    NOV 20

    Vegan Backlash, Cinnamon Paper & Sweetgreen’s Robot Line

    A vegan restaurant sparks outrage after adding meat, Cinnabon launches cinnamon-scented wrapping paper, and Chefs Andrew and Lauren break down wild SNAP-benefit fraud, including $25K rollover balances and payments going to the deceased. Plus: ant invasions, parenting chaos, spam history, Sweetgreen robots, cheese theft, and sharp cooking tips. Subscribe now for weekly food fun, real-life chaos, and kitchen wisdom straight from the Gruels! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    33 min
  4. Tiramisu Champs, Fast-Food Lawsuits & Egg Truths

    NOV 18

    Tiramisu Champs, Fast-Food Lawsuits & Egg Truths

    Starbucks ice scandals, Subway footlong drama, and Wendy’s infamous chili hoax kick off a wild ride as Chefs Andrew and Lauren dive into fast-food lawsuits, Japan winning Italy’s tiramisu championship, and bizarre food facts like bug-based red dye and the sliced-bread ban. Plus: egg-label decoding, sheet-pan tips, pasta-water tricks, and why onion rings need to go! Subscribe now for weekly food fun, kitchen hacks, and the stories that flavor everyday life! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    34 min

  5. NOV 13

    AI Cashiers, Secret Chick-fil-A Cafés, and Thanksgiving Hacks

    Chef Andrew and Lauren are serving up the week’s hottest food stories…from the rise of AI cashiers and fast-food automation to Chick-fil-A’s secret new spinoff café.  Plus, they dig into the surprising truth behind “natural” foods and share some essential Thanksgiving cooking tips! Subscribe now for food, freedom, and the real stories behind what’s on your plate!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    30 min

  6. NOV 11

    Trader Joe’s Recalls, Viral Food Trends & Kitchen Secrets

    Caviar on cinnamon rolls?! Yep, Chef Andrew Gruel actually tried it… and that’s just the beginning.Lauren and Chef Andrew dive into wild food mashups, shocking Trader Joe’s recall news, and the kitchen secrets chefs never spill.Subscribe now for food, freedom, and the real stories behind what’s on your plate! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    33 min

  7. NOV 6

    Tariffs, Turkey & What’s Really on America’s Plate

    From Trump’s new China trade deal to radioactive shrimp recalls, Chef Andrew and Lauren break down what’s happening behind the headlines, and how it all hits your dinner table. They also dish on Cracker Barrel’s viral comeback, ant yogurt gone too far, and their favorite sheet-pan cooking hacks for busy nights. Subscribe now for food, freedom, and the real stories behind what’s on your plate! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    31 min

  8. NOV 4

    SNAP Judgement and the Delivery Dilemma  

    What happens when $10 billion in food stamps goes to DoorDash and Uber Eats? Chef Andrew and Lauren unpack the wild truth about the SNAP program, delivery app scams, and why America’s nutrition system is broken. Plus, LA’s front-yard farms, Thanksgiving prep, and pro cooking hacks. Subscribe now for food, freedom, and the real stories behind what’s on your plate! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    32 min
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American Gravy is where bold flavors meet even bolder opinions. Hosted by acclaimed chefs Andrew and Lauren Gruel, this no-holds-barred podcast dives into food, culture, and real-life chaos with unfiltered honesty and a healthy dose of humor. From viral culinary trends and restaurant stories to personal rants and pop culture takes, American Gravy keeps it spicy and unapologetically real. Whether you’re a food lover, a free thinker, or just along for the ride, you’ll find something to chew on here. New episodes drop weekly... bring your appetite and your opinion! Don’t miss a drop of American Gravy, subscribe now and be the first to hear what’s next! Watch exclusive content on YouTube.com/@andrewgruel and follow @ChefGruel and @laurengruel on X and Facebook or @AndrewGruel and @lauren_gruel on Instagram join the American Gravy community.

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  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
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