Clad in her lemon sweater, Stefin asks Andrea if she’s heard the latest citrus news: Prince Harry and Ms. Meghan Markle have announced their choice of wedding cake, and it’s Lemon-Elderflower. Zestfully, the hosts discuss Clair Ptak, the California baker (now London resident, and owner of Violet Cakes) who was selected to bake the cake, […]
It’s the 70th episode of Preheated, and the duo waste no time jumping into sunny Citrus Month. Andrea is pleased to see that fashion designers clearly got the memo about the month’s theme, as she is seeing tons of whimsical lemon-patterned clothing in the stores. She’s also not surprised that Stefin’s closet is already bursting […]
It’s the second week of Preheated Pie School, but before Andrea and Stefin call the roll, they’re talking sweet treats for Mardi Gras (February 13) and Valentine’s Day (February 14). Stefin recommends a molton-core Nutella chocolate chip cookie for the chocolate lovers in your life, though urges you to stock up on Nutella in an […]
Happy New Year Preheaters! Stefin and Andrea are ready to kick off 2018 in style. But first, Andrea has a look back — and a cautionary tale — about the Apple Cider Caramels the duo talked about during Bon Bon & Bars Month in December’s Episode 57. Heed Andrea’s advice and take a look at […]
Stefin is trying to stay warm during the U.K.’s “arctic blast.” Helping her is Nigella Lawson’s Christmas special on BBC2. If you haven’t read or cooked from a Nigella book, treat yourself this holiday season. Stefin recommends Nigella Christmas for a fun and merry read, and lots of yummy recipes. Stefin’s also wondering how many […]
Andrea is staying cozy in the kitchen by baking sourdough bread with her new “old” starter. Passed on by a friend, the sourdough has traveled from Spain and has been through four generations of bakers! She loves the flavor and history it gives to her favorite no-knead, cast-iron bread. Meantime, Stefin reminds listeners that the […]
It’s October and Andrea is keeping cozy in the kitchen making homemade pantry items — granola, mayonnaise and a dried mushroom powder that’s perfect for sprinkling on eggs, veggies and popcorn. In London, Stefin is plowing through the six pounds (!) of wheat germ she (mistakenly) ordered with batches of granola and muffins. And both […]
Andrea and Stefin reunite after their July hiatus with their first international chat! Stefin is (almost) live from London and though her house is still a work in progress, she and Andrea waste no time catching up. Stefin’s enjoying her London kitchen’s dual ovens (one of which magically turns into a microwave). After a successful […]
While Stefin is unpacking in London and Andrea is on an extended cycling tour, enjoy a month of Quick Bites — mini episodes designed to add a little sweetness to the summer. In this first installment, Stefin talks listeners through the pleasures of a recent pantry clean out: Mini Cheesecakes. Listeners: Do you have any […]