Cook's Country

Episode 1

Georgia's Food on My Mind

Sat, Sep 20, 2025

Coastal Georgia paella; peach ripple ice cream.

Episode 2

Portuguese Baking

Sat, Sep 27, 2025

Portuguese custard tarts; a tasting of canned diced tomatoes.

Episode 3

Italian-American Feast

Sat, Oct 4, 2025

Porchetta abruzzese; pig farming in early North America; hardy greens; a quick-braised broccoli rabe with garlic and anchovies.

Episode 4

Chips on the Menu

Sat, Oct 11, 2025

Frito pie; a tasting of non-alcoholic beer; the story of the Potato Chip Queen of the West; chocolate-dipped potato chip cookies.

Episode 5

Bar Snacks Perfected

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

Episode 6

Southern Sandwiches

Pickle-Brined Fried Chicken Sandwich, Chocolate-Marshmallow Sandwich Cookies; cucumbers

Episode 7

Chocolate Baked Delights

Sat, Sep 20, 2025 26 mins

Double-Chocolate Banana Bread, Chocolate Brownie Cookies; cold-brew coffee makers.

Episode 8

New England Sandwiches

Sat, Nov 8, 2025

Jitto's-style steak bombs; types of squash; the origins of different sandwich names; eggplant spuckie.

Episode 9

Elevated Friendsgiving Mains

Sat, Nov 15, 2025

Slow-roasted duck with blackberry sauce; the best uses for different tinned fish; a rich bean bourguignon.

Episode 10

Jewish Donuts and Potatoes

Sat, Nov 22, 2025

Sufganiyot (Hanukkah jelly doughnuts); the importance of schmaltz in Jewish cuisine; leave-in temperature probes; cast iron potato kugel.

Episode 11

Feast of the Seven Fishes

Sat, Nov 29, 2025

Clams casino; a flavorful seafood risotto with shrimp, mussels and squid.

Episode 12

Greens for Dinner

Sat, Dec 6, 2025

Pesto lasagna; reviewing electric wine openers; the history of lasagna; the ultimate Caesar salad.

Episode 13

Upper Midwest Classics

Sat, Dec 13, 2025

Supper club traditions in Wisconsin; Supper Club chicken cordon bleu; Cornish pasties.

Episode 14

Inspiring Shrimp Suppers

Sat, Dec 20, 2025

Shrimp with garlic and jalapeno butter; Swedish dishcloths; Zephyr Wright-inspired shrimp curry.

Episode 15

Glazed Pork and Potatoes

Sat, Dec 27, 2025

Honey-glazed pork shoulder; exploring the world of sheep milk cheese; the Welsh tradition of celebrating the leek; creamy potatoes and leeks.

Episode 16

Chinese Noodles and Egg Rolls

Sat, Jan 3, 2026

Shanghai scallion oil noodles; the story of Grace Young and her support of Chinatowns across America; American-style egg rolls.

Episode 17

When Southern Women Cook

Sat, Jan 10, 2026

Aunt Jule's Pie, Gullah Lowcountry Red Rice; Louisiana Style Hot Sauces

Episode 18

Cajun Cooking

Tue, Jan 27, 2026

Bryan Roof explores New Orleans to prepare Rillons (crispy pork belly) and Lidey Heuck makes Cajun Meatball Fricassee.

Episode 19

Sweet and Savory Brunch

Sat, Jan 24, 2026

Conchas and skillet eggs sardou

Episode 20

Mediterranean Burgers and Fritters

Sat, Jan 31, 2026

Lamb burgers and sweet potato fritters with feta and dill.

Episode 21

Tucson Tacos

Sat, Feb 7, 2026

Smoky mesquite-grilled tacos rasurados.