Radio Cherry Bombe

Radio Cherry Bombe features interviews with the most interesting people in the world of food. Each week, host Kerry Diamond, founder and editor of the indie magazine Cherry Bombe, talks to the chefs, bakers, creatives, and entrepreneurs making it happen. Follow @cherrybombe on Instagram for show news and more, and visit cherrybombe.com/radio-cherry-bombe for transcripts and past episodes. Thank you to Tralala for our theme song, "All Fired Up." Produced by The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Roman Pasta & Real Talk With Chef Hillary Sterling Of Ci Siamo And “Ammazza!”

    Chef Hillary Sterling of NYC’s Ci Siamo finally has a cookbook to call her own. “AMMAZZA! Culinary Adventures from New York to Italy and Back Again” is out tomorrow and showcases everything Hillary loves to make, from Roman pastas to Mexican food to Jewish classics with a twist. And the title? Ammazza is Italian for “you killed it,” “you slayed,” or good old “wow!” Hillary joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about the long road to “AMMAZZA!” and what the cookbook process taught her about herself and her cooking. She shares stories from her New York restaurant career, from working for Bobby Flay at Mesa Grill to cooking with Missy Robbins at A Voce, and opens up about the painful zero-star review she received at The Beatrice Inn, and how it ultimately helped her find her footing. They also dive into life at Ci Siamo, the women leading kitchens across Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group, and their exciting plans to bring Ci Siamo to Boston. Plus, Hillary talks pasta, vegetables, vinaigrettes, rainbow cookies, and why she doesn’t have measuring cups at home.  You can find Hillary’s Grilled Asparagus with Ramps & Mint Vinaigrette recipe from “AMMAZZA!” on our Substack. Thank you to Davines and Jackson Family Wines’ La Crema for their support.  The Blue Heron California FarmThis Is A Curl Binding Serum from Davines Sign up for our free Radio Cherry Bombe newsletters at cherrybombe.substack.com More on Hillary: Instagram, Ci Siamo, “AMMAZZA!” cookbook More on Kerry: Instagram, “So You Want To Open A Restaurant” Substack series

    45 min
  2. 6 DAYS AGO

    “Revel” Author Mariana Velásquez On Hosting, Heartbreak & Rewriting Her Story

    For our final episode of “The New Home,” our miniseries in partnership with Fisher & Paykel, we’re spotlighting Mariana Velásquez. A celebrated food stylist and author of the new book “Revel: A Maximalist Guide to Having People Over,” Mariana is known for her lush, layered aesthetic and her belief that food is meant to be experienced as a full table, not just individual dishes. She joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about the inspiration behind “Revel,” from her approach to menus and entertaining to the creative process of bringing her book to life with celebrated photographers Gentl & Hyers. They also discuss how she became one of the industry’s most sought-after food stylists, the realities of cooking and hosting in a small New York City kitchen, and the deeply personal story behind the book. When Mariana’s marriage ended, she had to rewrite “Revel” days before the deadline, and she went on to learn about resilience, reinvention, and the power of gathering with intention. At the end of the episode, we share Mariana’s moving solo talk from the recent Cherry Bombe Jubilee NYC. Click here for Mariana’s Pomelo Sea Bass Aguachile with Corn Tostadas recipe from “Revel.” Thank you to Fisher & Paykel for supporting our show.  Sign up for our free Radio Cherry Bombe newsletters at cherrybombe.substack.com More on Mariana: Instagram, "Revel" cookbook More on Kerry: Instagram, “So You Want To Open A Restaurant” Substack series

    47 min
  3. 20 APR

    Losophē’s Aisha Tyler On Margaritamaxxing, Hollywood & The Entrepreneur Life

    Today’s guest is Aisha Tyler—actor, director, comedian, podcast host, and now beverage entrepreneur. You might know Aisha from “Criminal Minds: Evolution” or “Friends,” but these days she’s also the founder of losophē, a line of organic, ready-to-drink cocktails designed to bring the bar experience home. Aisha joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about her wildly multi-hyphenate career and why she’s always chasing the next challenge. She shares how her love of hospitality—and frustration with lackluster drinks at home—led her to launch losophē with business partner James King, why she bootstrapped the business herself, and what it’s really like to be a hands-on founder in a crowded cocktail category. They also dive into Aisha’s creative life beyond food and drink, what she’s learned as an entrepreneur, why kindness and resilience are essential in business, and how she balances it all while staying deeply curious.  Thank you on/Sight and Coyuchi for supporting our show. Questions? Email hello@on-sight.co.  Enjoy 15% off your first Coyuchi purchase with code CHERRY (first-time customers only, exclusions may apply). This interview was recorded at Newsstand Studios at Rockefeller Center. Jubilee ticketsCherry Bombe on SubstackOur new Mom’s the Bombe issue Visit cherrybombe.com for subscriptions, tickets to upcoming events, and more. More on Aisha: Instagram, losophē (Use code BOMBESQUAD20 for 20% off your purchase) More on Kerry: Instagram, “So You Want To Open A Restaurant” Substack series

    46 min

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Radio Cherry Bombe features interviews with the most interesting people in the world of food. Each week, host Kerry Diamond, founder and editor of the indie magazine Cherry Bombe, talks to the chefs, bakers, creatives, and entrepreneurs making it happen. Follow @cherrybombe on Instagram for show news and more, and visit cherrybombe.com/radio-cherry-bombe for transcripts and past episodes. Thank you to Tralala for our theme song, "All Fired Up." Produced by The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network

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