David Hosts The Splendid TableYour favorite food radio show, The Splendid Table, just got even more splendid with (guess who?!) as guest host.
When a Stranger Cooks Your FoodDavid was surprised when a virtual stranger cooked a meal for him from his book, making him judge, jury, and guest of honor.
Pumpkin Macaroni and CheeseThis skillet full of pumpkin macaroni and cheese awesomeness ranks off the charts in its indulgence-o-rama rating.1 hr 30 mins
Bow Tie Cheese StrawsCheese straws that marry a cute form with a nonbreakable function. And that's to say nothing of the rich, cheesy flavor.1 hr 20 mins
Mary Karr on The Art of MemoirThe Splendid Table asked our very own David to interview Mary Karr, famous memoir writer, about the notion of sacred carnality.
Cara Nicoletti: Books and FoodDavid interviews Cara Nicoletti, the blogger and author who melds food and fiction by sharing recipes inspired by her fave books.
Avocado Sorbet"Brilliant." "Simply astounding!" "Sublime." "Perfect." That's what folks are saying about this avocado sorbet recipe.15 mins
World Elephant DayLuca, David's youngest staffer, heralds World Elephant Day with a lemonade stand, a batch of brownies, and the sweetest intentions.
Morning HarvestDavid brags about his latest harvest and expresses dismay at blight and Japanese beetles and creepers and other garden horrors.
Ode to Summer SquashDavid's not a poet and he knows it. Still, he was inspired to try his hand at poetry when he harvested his first vegetables.
Shauna Sever: Natural SugarsDavid interviews Shauna Sever, aka the Next Door Baker and author of Real Sweet, who discusses alternatives to refined sugar.
Tara Whitsitt: Fermentation on WheelsIn 2003, Tara Whitsitt converted a school bus into a fermentation lab called Fermentation on Wheels and teaching across the country.
Embroidery Maker in MadeiraDavid tells the story of these charming Portuguese artisans who design and replicate beautiful patterns in a nearly lost art.
The Mistress of Portugal’s AlentejoDavid meets Portuguese chef Ilda Vinagre, the Michelin-starred mastermind behind A Bolota who is as talented as she is humble.
Cod and Shrimp Stew with QuinoaDavid surprises himself and all of us by trying something that's actually healthful—quinoa. His response surprised us all even more.30 mins
How Not to Talk to a Fat PersonThis tactful treatise is David Leite's attempt to school the rest of us on the right way to communicate with a fat person.
Why Everyone Should Write a MemoirDavid explains how you--yes, you—can come to understand the breadth, importance, and uniqueness of your life.
Riding Off Into the SunriseDavid details how he HATES to fly—save for those quiet and contemplative moments when he flies off into the sunrise.
Smoked Pickled Potatoes with AioliYep. We smoked, pickled, and fried these spuds. And we've no regrets. David divulges—and indulges—all in this blog post.11 hrs
Breakfast Sausage PattiesDavid divulges why he bothers to make his own ingredients, from breakfast sausage to, well, you'll just have to read about it.5 hrs