Danny Meyer

Today’s guest is Danny Meyer, the legendary restaurateur, entrepreneur, investor, and founder of Shake Shack and Union Square Hospitality Group, which includes iconic spots like Gramercy Tavern, Union Square Cafe, Ci Siamo, and Daily Provisions. Danny joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about his new book, “What Could Possibly Go Right?,” out tomorrow, and the lessons he’s learned from decades in the restaurant business.Danny explains why he doesn’t like to give advice, why it’s not a failure to close a restaurant, the first time President Barack Obama visited one of his restaurants, and why Ina Garten is one of his mentors. He also answers questions from the Cherry Bombe Substack chat. Thank you to Barilla, Ketel One, and California Prunes for supporting our show. The new issue of Cherry Bombe MagazineSign up for our free Radio Cherry Bombe newsletter at cherrybombe.substack.comFollow Danny on InstagramFollow Kerry on Instagram

Today’s guest is Olivia Tiedemann, the private chef and social media superstar behind the debut cookbook “Eat Like the Rich.” Olivia joins host Kerry Diamond live from the Cherry Bombe House studio to talk about the book, her cheeky title, her life as a private chef, and why salads are a scam.They also discuss Olivia’s Brooklyn childhood, the trip to Madagascar that rerouted her life, her restaurant years, Ballymaloe Cookery School, and the videos that turned her into one of the internet’s most exciting food personalities. Plus, Olivia shares her love of cheese, Gordon Ramsay, White Cheddar Cheez-Its, and the fine art of knowing when to take out the nose ring.This episode of Radio Cherry Bombe was recorded at Resident in New York City. Thank you to California Prunes, Whole Foods Market, and Ketel One for supporting our show. Cherry Bombe’s Farmers & MakersThe new issue of Cherry Bombe MagazineNational Food Service Worker Day on September 25thSign up for our free Radio Cherry Bombe newsletter at cherrybombe.substack.comFollow Olivia on InstagramFollow Kerry on Instagram

On today’s Radio Cherry Bombe, Emily Sundberg of the popular Feed Me newsletter and J Lee of the Expense Account podcast join host Kerry Diamond to talk about the New York food scene, their early culinary memories, $60 bread, fig drama, salt bread, and why everyone has an opinion about food.They also discuss Season Two of Expense Account, which launches this week and is now part of Higher Ground, the media company founded by Barack and Michelle Obama.Thank you to Whole Foods Market & Ketel One for supporting our show. Cherry Bombe House schedule and ticketsSign up for our free Radio Cherry Bombe newsletter at cherrybombe.substack.comSubscribe to Feed Me on SubstackFollow Emily on InstagramFollow J on InstagramFollow Kerry on Instagram

Today’s guest is Maryam Ishtiaq, the chef, founder, storyteller, and mom behind It’s Actually, a bone broth brand inspired by her family, her heritage, and the healing power of food. Maryam joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about growing up in Pakistan, feeding her community, building a company from her kitchen, and how broth became the foundation for a bigger mission.They discuss Maryam’s path from pre-med and marketing to food entrepreneurship, competing on Gordon Ramsay’s “Next Level Chef,” and what it takes to make a product from scratch without cutting corners. Plus, Maryam shares why the kitchen is the heart of her home, how her daughters became hot pot fans, and the advice she has for anyone ready to pivot.Thank you to Miele, Whole Foods Market, and Little Spoon for supporting our show. Listeners get 30% off their first order at littlespoon.com/CHERRY. Cherry Bombe House schedule and ticketsSign up for our free Radio Cherry Bombe newsletter at cherrybombe.substack.comFollow Maryam on InstagramFollow Kerry on Instagram

Today’s episode is a special tribute to Gloria Steinem, the legendary feminist, activist, writer, and champion of equality, who passed away yesterday. In Gloria’s honor, we are re-airing highlights from her keynote conversation with Amy Richards at last year’s Jubilee Conference in New York City.The episode also features “Meet the Moment: The Power of Food and Storytelling in Creating Change,” a Jubilee panel moderated by Klancy Miller of “For the Culture,” with Paola Velez, Natasha Pickowicz, Zaynab Issa, and Deb Freeman. Together, these women reflect on community, activism, storytelling, and how food can be a force for connection and change. It’s a powerful reminder of Gloria’s legacy and the work we all have to keep doing.More on Gloria: Instagram, Gloria’s Foundation, “Dear Ms.” on HBO MaxMore on Amy: BooksNatasha Pickowicz’ bake saleLana Lagomarsini’s new restaurant, CreolaCherry Bombe House schedule and ticketsSign up for our free Radio Cherry Bombe newsletter at cherrybombe.substack.com

Today’s guest is Carla Lalli, the bestselling cookbook author, recipe developer, and content creator behind the new book “Food Is a Feeling: Recipes and Stories with Love.” Carla joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about Nora Ephron, beach peaches, recipes that aren’t really recipes, and how food became a source of comfort, creativity, and self-soothing after the end of her marriage. They also discuss Carla’s book tour, her no-compromise approach to making this very personal cookbook, the joy of eating your feelings, and why summer is not over yet.  Thank you to Miele, Nonino, and Whole Foods Market for supporting our show.  Tickets to Carla at Cherry Bombe House Tickets to Olivia Tiedemann at Cherry Bombe House Sign up for our free Radio Cherry Bombe newsletter at cherrybombe.substack.com Follow Carla on Instagram Follow Kerry on Instagram

Today’s guest is Caroline Schiff, the celebrated pastry chef, author, baker, and Bombe Squad OG. Caroline joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about her new cookbook, “Daily Dessert: Treats on Repeat,” out October 13th, and her upcoming Brooklyn restaurant, Monday Diner. They discuss Caroline’s love of everyday sweets, her black-and-white coconut macaroon cookies from her new book, the dessert menu she’s dreaming up for Monday Diner, and why there’s no such thing as too many diners (or desserts!). Plus, Caroline and Kerry talk summer escapes, warm weather eats, watercolors, and more. Thank you to Miele and Nonino for supporting our show.  Tickets to Caroline at Cherry Bombe House Tickets to Olivia Tiedemann at Cherry Bombe House Sign up for our free Radio Cherry Bombe newsletter at cherrybombe.substack.com Follow Caroline on Instagram Follow Kerry on Instagram

Today’s guest is Rhoda Magbitang, winner of “Top Chef” Season 23 and executive chef of CanoeHouse at the Mauna Lani Auberge Collection resort on Hawaii’s Big Island. Rhoda joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about her “Top Chef” journey, from getting cast to her Last Chance Kitchen redemption to winning it all with a deeply personal Filipino finale menu. They discuss Rhoda’s remarkable path from the Philippines to California at age 17, her time cooking in some of L.A.’s top kitchens, and how she found her way to Hawaii. Plus, Rhoda talks about the special dinners she’s cooking in New York City and what’s happening at CanoeHouse. Follow Rhoda on Instagram Follow Kerry on Instagram Olivia Tiedemann at Cherry Bombe House Sign up for our free Radio Cherry Bombe newsletter at cherrybombe.substack.com Tickets to the Hawai’i Food & Wine Festival Feast Summit

Today’s guest is Mariana Velásquez, the celebrated food stylist, author, and entertaining expert behind the cookbooks “Colombiana” and “Revel.” Mariana joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about summer produce, beans, kitchen essentials, why she’s Team Galette, and her summer hosting tips. Spoiler alert: Don’t run out of ice.  Today’s show is presented by Miele. Make Mariana’s Pomelo Sea Bass Aguachile with Corn Tostadas Check out Mariana’s Miele video Sign up for our free Radio Cherry Bombe newsletter at cherrybombe.substack.com Follow Mariana on Instagram Follow Kerry on Instagram

Today’s guest is cookbook author, recipe developer, Substack superstar, Cherry Bombe cover star, and mom of four Caroline Chambers. She joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about “Make It Fast,” the second book in her “What to Cook When You Don’t Feel Like Cooking” series. They chat about her wildly popular Substack (and how that platform’s evolving), her paper towel-free household (which includes four boys), her love of recipe feedback, how Ina taught her how to cook when she couldn’t afford culinary school, and her spirited mom, aka Crash.  Join Caro and Kerry on her cookbook tour in Washington, D.C. Make Caroline’s Lasagna-Vibes Turkey Zucchini Skillet Thank you to Little Spoon for supporting our show. Listeners get 30% off their first order at littlespoon.com/CHERRY.  Sign up for our free Radio Cherry Bombe newsletter at cherrybombe.substack.com Follow Caroline on Instagram Follow Kerry on Instagram