How To Eat Alone

Drinking alone is arguably more stigmatised than eating alone.  But is it possible to have a conversation surrounding the joy of drinking alone, and not just the problematic anti social behaviours surrounding it? In Episode 18, I talk to two people who have two different perspectives of drinking alone.  Mrinal Mohanka is a serious bar goer and creator of Instagram account, Dial A Drunk, which chronicles drinking in some of the best bars in the world — Mrin approaches drinking from the perspective of a curious cocktail lover.  Jake Sears, pub manager and drinks guy has plenty of experience from the other side of the bar, having had over a decade's experience creating and serving drinks in the UK, Australia and New Zealand. 'How To Eat Alone' is a podcast that explores the uncelebrated art of eating alone, whilst also looking at topics surrounding loneliness and aloneness, (which, contrary to popular belief, are not the same thing).  With every episode, I’ll share a recipe for one.  This episode comes with a recipe for a dirty martini served with a gilda (for one, obvs).  Find out more about 'How To Eat Alone' here.Find out more about podcast host, Julia Georgallis here.Music Ben BeinyWhat's Cookinghttps://www.premiumbeat.com

*Trigger warning* Contains themes of childhood sexual abuse and trauma. Please take care of yourselves when listening to this episode. In Episode 17, I talk to designer Sophia Luu, a Vietnamese British designer who's work focuses on difficult and taboo subjects.  Sophia founded the organisation Secrets Worth Sharing that advocates for better and more open discussions surrounding childhood sexual abuse.  A survivor herself, Sophia talks about how to both share and receive secrets better and how we can have more frank conversations as a society to help people carrying around dark secrets feel less alone.  Also includes some pretty delightful discussions about oxtail pho and the joy that comes with pimping up packets of instant ramen. You can find out more and donate to Secrets Worth Sharing here: https://www.secretsworthsharing.com/'How To Eat Alone' is a podcast that explores the uncelebrated art of eating alone, whilst also looking at topics surrounding loneliness and aloneness, (which, contrary to popular belief, are not the same thing).  With every episode, I’ll share a recipe for one.  This episode comes with a recipe for a decadent oxtail pho and a guide to tarting up ramen. Find out more about 'How To Eat Alone' here.Find out more about podcast host, Julia Georgallis here.Music Ben BeinyWhat's Cookinghttps://www.premiumbeat.com

In Episode 16, I talk to food anthropologist, Dr Mukta Das. Mukta’s work concerns commensality and hospitality, but in order to get the full spectrum of these topics, she must also study the opposite of these, which is eating alone. We discuss whether eating with other people is really as good as it supposed to be and the challenge of studying eating alone in an academic setting... 'How To Eat Alone' is a podcast that explores the uncelebrated art of eating alone, whilst also looking at topics surrounding loneliness and aloneness, (which, contrary to popular belief, are not the same thing).  With every episode, I’ll share a recipe for one, although this one doesn't have one because I encourage you to order yourself a takeaway...Find out more about 'How To Eat Alone' here.Find out more about podcast host, Julia Georgallis here.Music Ben BeinyWhat's Cookinghttps://www.premiumbeat.com

After a very long podcasting hiatus, Julia is back to explain the importance of disappearing. 'How To Eat Alone' is a podcast that explores the uncelebrated art of eating alone, whilst also looking at topics surrounding loneliness and aloneness, (which, contrary to popular belief, are not the same thing).  With every episode, I’ll share a recipe for one.  This episode comes with a recipe for a chicken and bean stew. Find out more about 'How To Eat Alone' here.Find out more about podcast host, Julia Georgallis here.Music Ben BeinyWhat's Cookinghttps://www.premiumbeat.com

A minisode introducing 'How to eat alone's' first ever live event - DO YOU KNOW WHAT YOU LOOK LIKE? Is a self portrait drawing class with podcast producer Julia Georgallis which takes place on the 20th September, 2023 from 6.30 pm - 9 pm at Host of Leyton in East London. Find out more about the class here and book your spot today! 

An egg is everybody's friend, but it is a true and reliable pal to the solo chef in particular.  In this episode, I talk to food writer (and 'eggfluencer'), Bettina Makalintal, about the king of the egg - the crispy egg. Plus, we discuss why eggs are so damn loveable and what the future may have in store for them. 'How To Eat Alone' is a podcast that explores the uncelebrated art of eating alone, whilst also looking at topics surrounding loneliness and aloneness, (which, contrary to popular belief, are not the same thing).  With every episode, I’ll share a recipe for one.  This episode comes with a recipe for a very extra chicken cutlet, topped with a crispy egg.Find out more about 'How To Eat Alone' here.Find out more about podcast host, Julia Georgallis here.Music Ben BeinyWhat's Cookinghttps://www.premiumbeat.com

Selfies are a true symbol of our times! But self portraiture has been a popular form of art for hundreds of years.  In Episode 13, I talk to LA-based photographer and art director, Linnea Bullion about why she started taking photos of herself, what she really thinks about people in LA and how chicken breast is the perfect food for the solo cook. 'How To Eat Alone' is a podcast that explores the uncelebrated art of eating alone, whilst also looking at topics surrounding loneliness and aloneness, (which, contrary to popular belief, are not the same thing).  With every episode, I’ll share a recipe for one.  This episode comes with a recipe for chicken fried rice. Find out more about 'How To Eat Alone' here.Find out more about podcast host, Julia Georgallis here.Music Ben BeinyWhat's Cookinghttps://www.premiumbeat.com

In Episode 12, I ask professor of philosophy, Axel Seemann what loneliness might be from a philosophical perspective and how studying its philosophy can help to fight the stigma that surrounds it.'How To Eat Alone' is a podcast that explores the uncelebrated art of eating alone, whilst also looking at topics surrounding loneliness and aloneness, (which, contrary to popular belief, are not the same thing).  With every episode, I’ll share a recipe for one.  This episode comes with a recipe for SALAD! Find out more about 'How To Eat Alone' here.Find out more about podcast host, Julia Georgallis here.Music Ben BeinyWhat's Cookinghttps://www.premiumbeat.com

In Episode 11, I talk with my 'hairy godmother,' Fanoulla Toulou about being the only survivor of a rare disease and how hospital food and faith saved her life. 'How To Eat Alone' is a podcast that explores the uncelebrated art of eating alone, whilst also looking at topics surrounding loneliness and aloneness, (which, contrary to popular belief, are not the same thing).  With every episode, I’ll share a recipe for one.  This episode comes with a recipe for the classic Cypriot dish, moujendra. Find out more about 'How To Eat Alone' here.Find out more about podcast host, Julia Georgallis here.Music Ben BeinyWhat's Cookinghttps://www.premiumbeat.com

In Episode 10, I talk with Emma Wilson (The Turning 30 Coach), about how being in your 30s (aka 'the decade of comparison') can be a lonely time and why everyone should take themselves out on a date more often.  'How To Eat Alone' is a podcast that looks at the art of eating alone.  Season 1, 'Short Stories,' is a collection of conversations exploring topics surrounding loneliness and aloneness, (which, contrary to popular belief, are not the same thing).  With every episode, I’ll share a recipe for one.  Episode 10 is published alongside a recipe for everyone's favourite — spaghetti bolognese for one!  Find out more about 'How To Eat Alone' here.Find out more about podcast host, Julia Georgallis here.Music Ben BeinyWhat's Cookinghttps://www.premiumbeat.com