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The Joy of Cooking Podcast

The Joy of Cooking Podcast

By: The Joy of Creation Production House
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The Joy of Cooking is more than a cookbook; it's an American culinary institution. Irma S. Rombauer’s timeless recipes have guided generations of home cooks for over a century. Today, her legacy lives on through her great-grandson, John Becker, and his wife, Megan Scott. Based in Portland, Oregon, they are the 4th generation stewards of this beloved classic, having authored its latest edition. As they create the next chapter of the Joy of Cooking and launch the Joy of Cooking Podcast, the Rombauer family continues to inspire and nourish with every conversation. Each week, John & Megan set the table with their co-host and friend Shannon Larson and their revolving guest of home cooks, cookbook authors, food entrepreneurs, and chefs- to discuss cherished & reviled Joy recipes, kitchen victories & miseries, and most importantly, what they are all cooking and eating.2025 All Rights Reserved By The Joy of Creation Production House Art Cooking Food & Wine World
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  • Mashama Bailey of The Grey Restaurant: A Casual Culinary Chat About Paris.
    Feb 18 2026

    Episode 53, Mashama Bailey of The Grey. John and Megan set the table with producer Sarah Marshall and their guest, Mashama, to discuss Joy of Cooking recipes and stories, kitchen victories and miseries, and, most importantly, what they're all cooking and eating. Join us at the table for a casual culinary chat about Paris, where Mashama has opened a new restaurant, L'Arrêt.

    Thank You To Our Sponsor:

    Rombauer Vineyards

    Use Code JOYPOD for 15% off your first order

    Must be 21 or older to enjoy

    Support the Pod:

    Buy the 2019 edition of the Joy of Cooking

    Joy of Cooking Instagram

    Joy of Cooking Substack newsletter

    Joy of Cooking Bookshop.org Affiliate Shop

    Patreon

    Guest Links:

    Mashama Bailey on Instagram

    The Grey Restaurant

    L’Arrêt by The Grey Restaurant

    Chef’s Table series on Netflix (Mashama is profiled on Season 6, Episode 1)

    Mentions on the Podcast:

    Mashama’s Foie Gras and Grits recipe (MasterClass)

    Mashama’s Country Captain recipe (CBS Sunday Morning)

    Little House on the Prairie (Wikipedia entry for the youngs)

    Perfect Scoop, Revised and Updated, by David Lebovitz

    Ox Restaurant (Portland)

    Mashama’s France Recs:

    Brasserie Lipp

    The French Bastards

    Marché Bastille (Marché Richard Lenoir)

    Joy Scouts Cooking Club:

    Carottes Râpées (French Grated Carrot Salad), 125

    2019 Joy of Cooking Recipes:

    Yogurt and Honey Panna Cotta, 821

    Bone Broth, 77

    Lasagne, 310

    Country Captain, 423

    Celery Root Rémoulade, 126

    Older Joy Recipe:

    Polynesian Pork or Chicken (Mashama calls it “Hawaiian chicken”) is on p. 257 in the 1975 edition

    Thank you to our sponsor:

    Marshall's Haute Sauce (Use Code: hautejoy for 20% off)

    Thank you for listening to The Joy of Cooking Podcast with your hosts, John Becker, Megan Scott, and Shannon Larson. Call or text our hotline with questions, hopes, history, or where you find joy at 503-395-8858. Connect with us on Instagram @thejoyofcooking

    Want to support our podcast? Please write us a review, spread the word on social media, or give to our Patreon

    Producer: Sarah Marshall of The Joy of Creation Production House
    Audio Engineer: Haley Bowers
    Production Coordinator: Dave Drusky

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Sheryl Kesey Thompson of Nancy's Yogurt: A Casual Culinary Chat About Yogurt
    Feb 4 2026

    Episode 52, Sheryl Kesey Thompson of Nancy's Yogurt. John and Megan set the table with producer Sarah Marshall and their guest, Sheryl, to discuss Joy of Cooking recipes and stories, kitchen victories and miseries, and, most importantly, what they're all cooking and eating. Join us at the table for a casual culinary chat about yogurt.

    Thank You To Our Sponsor:

    Rombauer Vineyards

    Use Code JOYPOD for 15% off your first order

    Must be 21 or older to enjoy

    Support the Pod:

    Buy the 2019 edition of the Joy of Cooking

    Joy of Cooking Instagram

    Joy of Cooking Substack newsletter

    Joy of Cooking Bookshop.org Affiliate Shop

    Patreon

    Guest Links:

    Nancy’s Probiotic Foods website

    Nancy’s on Instagram

    Mentions on the Podcast:

    Wolf in the Woods (San Diego restaurant)

    Carne & Hueso (San Diego restaurant)

    Kabalito Jordanian Freekeh (the brand we purchased that needed to be rinsed thoroughly!)

    “Chuck Kesey, Probiotic Yogurt Pioneer, Dies at 87” (NYT)

    “Remembering the Grateful Dead’s Sunshine Daydream Concert: Still Grateful 50 Years Later” (Nancy’s website)

    Free Food: Earth Eating by Andrew Barton

    A TikTok-inspired broiled cottage cheese toast recipe (representative)

    Darigold

    Oregon State University’s Dairy Research Center and Dairy Processing Program

    Çilbir eggs or Turkish-style poached eggs with garlicky yogurt and chile butter (Nik Sharma recipe)

    Joy Scouts Cooking Club:

    Yogurt and Honey Panna Cotta, 821

    2019 Joy of Cooking Recipes:

    Freekeh with Greens, Chickpeas, and Halloumi, 338

    Arroz Con Pollo, 424

    Flourless Nut Balls are only in the older Joys: p. 769 in the 2006 edition; p. 706 in the 1975 edition; p. 669 in the 1963 edition

    Thank you to our sponsor:

    Marshall's Haute Sauce (Use Code: hautejoy for 20% off)

    Thank you for listening to The Joy of Cooking Podcast with your hosts, John Becker, Megan Scott, and Shannon Larson. Call or text our hotline with questions, hopes, history, or where you find joy at 503-395-8858. Connect with us on Instagram @thejoyofcooking

    Want to support our podcast? Please write us a review, spread the word on social media, or give to our Patreon

    Producer: Sarah Marshall of The Joy of Creation Production House
    Audio Engineer: Haley Bowers
    Production Coordinator: Dave Drusky

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    59 mins
  • Naomi Tomky: A Casual Culinary Chat About Whole Grains
    Jan 21 2026

    Episode 51, Naomi Tomky. John and Megan set the table with their friend Shannon Larson, and their guest, Naomi Tomki, to discuss Joy of Cooking recipes and stories, kitchen victories and miseries, and, most importantly, what they're all cooking and eating. Join us at the table for a casual culinary chat about whole grains.

    Thank You To Our Sponsor:

    Rombauer Vineyards

    Use Code JOYPOD for 15% off your first order

    Must be 21 or older to enjoy

    Support the Pod:

    Buy the 2019 edition of the Joy of Cooking

    Joy of Cooking Instagram

    Joy of Cooking Substack newsletter

    Joy of Cooking Bookshop.org Affiliate Shop

    Patreon

    Guest Links:

    Naomi Tomky’s website

    Naomi Tomky’s Instagram

    The Pacific Northwest Seafood Cookbook: Salmon, Crab, Oysters, and More, by Naomi Tomky

    Mentions on the Podcast:

    Slap Ya Mama White Pepper Blend Cajun Seasoning

    Anna Hezel’s Ranch Fire Crackers recipe

    Toshi’s Teriyaki Grill

    Communion Restaurant & Bar

    Sarah and Nam Soon Ahn’s recipe for Dubu Jorim (from their book Umma, and on ATK)

    Ancient Grains for Modern Meals, by Maria Speck

    Grist: A Practical Guide to Cooking Grains, Beans, Seeds, and Legumes by Abra Berens

    Joy Scouts Cooking Club:

    Freekeh with Greens, Chickpeas, and Halloumi, 338

    2019 Joy of Cooking Recipes:

    Party Mix, 48

    Garam Masala II, 588

    Farrotto, 339

    Saffron Millet, 326

    Thank you to our sponsor:

    Marshall's Haute Sauce (Use Code: hautejoy for 20% off)

    Thank you for listening to The Joy of Cooking Podcast with your hosts, John Becker, Megan Scott, and Shannon Larson. Call or text our hotline with questions, hopes, history, or where you find joy at 503-395-8858. Connect with us on Instagram @thejoyofcooking

    Want to support our podcast? Please write us a review, spread the word on social media, or give to our Patreon

    Producer: Sarah Marshall of The Joy of Creation Production House
    Audio Engineer: Haley Bowers
    Production Coordinator: Dave Drusky

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    1 hr and 4 mins
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