Food Courthttps://foodcourt.fm/episodes/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:56:05 +0000enfood-court-migration/generate_feed.js7ca93db9-c597-5ac9-9d22-1bb076ebbc8dyesChael MacDonald and Allan SuddabyfalseChael and Allanfeedback@foodcourt.fmepisodicTwo chefs chat about food, kitchens, and all related and unrelated topics

]]>Food Court RetrospectiveChael MacDonaldWed, 27 Nov 2024 14:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2024/11/27/food-court-retrospective5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:6746700cf10cab46b70aedcaThe 25 best cookbooks list

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/15/t-magazine/most-influential-cookbooks.html

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldDon't call it a post-mortemAllan and Chael wind up this incarnation of food court by reflecting on their favourite moments from the show.false01:34:531100Food Court RetrospectivefullFood Court RetrospectiveBiera ClosingChael MacDonaldWed, 13 Nov 2024 14:15:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2024/11/13/biera-closing5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:6732bb7847fe4369821d6f95Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldRestaurant ClosuresAllan and Chael talk about the closing of an amazing edmonton restaurant, and restaurant closures in general. Also, Chael tried Allan's new menu.false01:35:17199Biera ClosingfullBiera ClosingEdmonton ChainsChael MacDonaldWed, 30 Oct 2024 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2024/10/30/edmonton-chains5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:6721ab9cdddec43f9feaf4b0Mcdonald’s Painting Talk

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Df_K7pIsfvg

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldEdmonton Chain RestaurantsAllan and Chael discuss Edmonton as a breeding ground for chain restaurants.false01:37:23198Edmonton ChainsfullEdmonton ChainsSpooky Cooking SeasonChael MacDonaldWed, 16 Oct 2024 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2024/10/16/spooky-cooking-season5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:670f261b13c3a0015bff35b7Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldFood in Horror MoviesAllan and Chael break down two little known horror movies which are food adjacent.false01:17:58197Spooky Cooking SeasonfullSpooky Cooking SeasonA.I. Lunch BuffetChael MacDonaldWed, 02 Oct 2024 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2024/10/2/a-i-lunch-buffet5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:66fc86040106c063aefbf5c2

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldChat GPT talk pt.2Allan and Chael task ChatGPT with making a better lunch buffet menu than Allan and his class.false01:17:36196A.I. Lunch BuffetfullA.I. Lunch BuffetSummer FoodsChael MacDonaldWed, 18 Sep 2024 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2024/9/18/summer-foods5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:66ea42e16d337a14a61d49a4Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldOur Favourite Summer SnacksAllan and Chael list their favourite summer eats!false01:09:45195Summer FoodsfullSummer FoodsTablets in the KitchenChael MacDonaldWed, 04 Sep 2024 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2024/9/4/tablets-in-the-kitchen5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:66d77d425e3a4c125d161043Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldTechnology in restaurantsAllan and Chael discuss the pros and cons of technology in the food and beverage industry.false01:17:28194Tablets in the KitchenfullTablets in the KitchenThe French Laundry CookbookChael MacDonaldWed, 21 Aug 2024 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2024/8/21/the-french-laundry-cookbook5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:66c532e2826a0c291d6f2024Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldImpressions on one of the most important cookbooksAllan and Chael discuss the one, the only, the inimitable French Laundry Cookbook, and it's impact on cooking and their careers.false01:33:46193The French Laundry CookbookfullThe French Laundry CookbookAllans Menu GroovesChael MacDonaldThu, 08 Aug 2024 00:27:10 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2024/8/8/allans-menu-grooves5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:66b410e49f1d81388de9b206Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldThree Year RetrospectiveAllan and Chael Discuss idea crutches from his Menus for Ernest'sfalse01:03:06192Allans Menu GroovesfullAllans Menu GroovesThe Bear Season 3 Part 2Chael MacDonaldWed, 24 Jul 2024 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2024/7/24/the-bear-season-3-part-25b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:66a07f8ae71666735550b05bBuldak Video

https://www.instagram.com/reel/C74Bz3fyTMv/?igsh=MWpyM3o5cGs0ODdtOA==

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldEpisodes 5-10 discussionAllan and Chael wrap up their chat about The Bear season 3false01:52:50191The Bear Season 3 Part 2fullThe Bear Season 3 Part 2The Bear Season 3 Part 1Chael MacDonaldWed, 10 Jul 2024 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2024/7/10/the-bear-season-3-part-15b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:668d985037835c5299ae5984Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldEpisode 1-4 breakdownAllan and Chael break down the first four episodes of season three of The Beartrue01:40:35190The Bear Season 3 Part 1fullThe Bear Season 3 Part 1Top Three ObsessionsChael MacDonaldWed, 26 Jun 2024 14:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2024/6/26/top-three-obsessions5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:667b7f02c3c8786e406111b6Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldFood Deep DivesAllan and Chael rank their greatest food obsessions.false01:14:57189Top Three ObsessionsfullTop Three ObsessionsAllan's Bookshelf Vol. 1Chael MacDonaldWed, 12 Jun 2024 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2024/6/12/allans-bookshelf-vol-15b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:66690f811cfd213f585f737dWe have a Patreon!

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]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldJoe Beef CookbookAllan and Chael discuss the first Joe Beef cook book.false01:18:01188Allan's Bookshelf Vol. 1fullAllan's Bookshelf Vol. 1Menu StandardsChael MacDonaldWed, 29 May 2024 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2024/5/29/menu-standards5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:66568f07f2d87d49babc6609Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldBrunch equals eggs bennyAllan and Chael Discuss why certain items have to be found on certain menus, among other things.false01:42:58187Menu StandardsfullMenu StandardsGuarding the MangerChael MacDonaldWed, 15 May 2024 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2024/5/15/guarding-the-manger5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:6643f495d6e9090c56521a6fAllan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldAllan's new postAllan and Chael Discuss Allan's new work assignment.false01:21:32186Guarding the MangerfullGuarding the MangerOkanagan Prairie TableChael MacDonaldWed, 01 May 2024 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2024/5/1/okanagan-prairie-table5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:6631b368e9367f3448ef5d7fAllan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldAn event dinner at Ernest'sAllan and Chael Discuss a fancy dinner at Ernest's that Chael finally got to attend.false01:31:00185Okanagan Prairie TablefullOkanagan Prairie TableCatering vs. FunChael MacDonaldWed, 17 Apr 2024 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2024/4/17/catering-vs-fun5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:661f204ab4ef0c0e313d2316Guardian Article about David Chang

https://amp.theguardian.com/food/2024/apr/04/chili-crunch-trademark-momofuku-david-chang

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldIs catering the same as a big family dinner?Allan and Chael compare cooking for a restaurant and catering to see if there are lessons that can be learned for making a big family dinner.false01:30:40184Catering vs. FunfullCatering vs. FunNoodle FeastChael MacDonaldWed, 03 Apr 2024 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2024/4/3/noodle-feast5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:6609f318c425c719074a4ca6Farm to Table Dinner

https://www.nait.ca/ernests/event-calendar/events/okanagan-table-fundraiser-dinner

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldInstant Ramen Tier ListAllan and Chael tier list several packs of instant ramen. Thanks to listener Karen.false01:35:24183Noodle FeastfullNoodle FeastNAIT Chef in ResidenceChael MacDonaldWed, 20 Mar 2024 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2024/3/20/nait-chef-in-residence5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:65f8c0dbfca5797aae00ff63Yakitate!! Japan (Food Anime)

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0479783/

The Croissant Clip

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zy6tHNIor54

Delicious in Dungeon

https://www.netflix.com/title/81564899

Eat Drink Man Woman Youtube video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C2mpcyRERPY

Taproot Edmonton

https://edmonton.taproot.news

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldAllan cooks a new menuAllan and Chael talk about the Chef in Residence program at NAIT for 2024.false01:17:19182NAIT Chef in ResidencefullNAIT Chef in ResidenceEat Drink Man WomanChael MacDonaldWed, 06 Mar 2024 14:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2024/3/6/eat-drink-man-woman5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:65e7ef5d64a10b04cf3ce25cAllan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldChael and Allan Discuss Eat Drink Man WomanAllan and Chael discuss another amazing food movie. Ang Lee's Eat Drink Man Womanfalse01:44:59181Eat Drink Man WomanfullEat Drink Man WomanSeafood CityChael MacDonaldWed, 21 Feb 2024 14:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2024/2/21/seafood-city5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:65d52d543e9b0d3a7b625c98Seafood City

https://shopedmonton.seafoodcity.com

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldChael's grocery store adventurehael took a trip to Seafood City on Allan's recommendation. It was wild!false01:16:20180Seafood CityfullSeafood CityErnest's Winter Menu 2024Chael MacDonaldWed, 07 Feb 2024 14:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2024/2/7/ernests-winter-menu-20245b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:65c288b438de0d5c33db6840Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldAllan's new winter menuAllan presents his seasonal dinner menu, and Chael tries to figure out a way to eat it all...false01:32:32179Ernest's Winter Menu 2024fullErnest's Winter Menu 2024Heavy NoodlingChael MacDonaldWed, 24 Jan 2024 18:05:22 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2024/1/24/heavy-noodling5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:65b150083f8f2c79c6910609Bahn Mi Cali

https://www.instagram.com/banhmicaliyeg?igsh=MWU0Y3pvNnVteGN4NA==

Kasey Ramen

https://kaseyramen.com

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldRamen TalkAllan shares some noodles with Chael, and then that's all they can talk about.false01:33:25178Heavy NoodlingfullHeavy NoodlingThe Omnivore's DilemmaChael MacDonaldWed, 10 Jan 2024 14:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2024/1/10/the-omnivores-dilemma5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:659c7e4a566608245c8be7f2The Omnivore’s Dilemma

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/3109.The_Omnivore_s_Dilemma?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=XXIpDE6jil&rank=1

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldChael gives a book reportChael presents his book report on one of Allan's formative food related readsfalse01:39:41177The Omnivore's DilemmafullThe Omnivore's DilemmaBack to SchoolChael MacDonaldWed, 27 Dec 2023 14:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2023/12/27/back-to-school5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:658b9401387e1d398cf739fbAllan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldAllan goes back to PastryAllan talks about the pastry unit he recently completed.false01:10:08176Back to SchoolfullBack to SchoolA Fancy Dinner MenuChael MacDonaldWed, 13 Dec 2023 14:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2023/12/13/a-fancy-dinner-menu5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:6578bf217b6f5b36dc986d50Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldReview of an older catering menuWe take a look at an old catering menu and explore our recollections of the dishes.false01:16:07175A Fancy Dinner MenufullA Fancy Dinner MenuClearing the DecksChael MacDonaldWed, 29 Nov 2023 14:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2023/11/29/clearing-the-decks5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:6566ac04ccc689604ff50370Nouvelle cuisine and Kaiseki

https://www.nyufrenchclub.com/post/the-culinary-connection-between-france-and-japan-1

Counter Culture - Allan’s new food writing blog.

https://www.yegcounterculture.ca

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldAll of the Follow UpSo much follow up that it turned into a whole episode.false01:11:33174Clearing the DecksfullClearing the DecksChael's Stolen MenusChael MacDonaldWed, 15 Nov 2023 14:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2023/11/15/chaels-stolen-menus5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:6554364b00b3510c28e837c6Blog Post about the Chicago Menu

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldMore vintage menusChael brings a menu from a restaurant he dined at long ago.false01:10:10173Chael's Stolen MenusfullChael's Stolen MenusFall Menu 2023Chael MacDonaldWed, 01 Nov 2023 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2023/11/1/fall-menu-20235b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:6541760d7f01473be2fe5130Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldChael tries Allan's menuChael got to try Allan's fall menu, and gets his opportunity to gush about it.false01:57:28172Fall Menu 2023fullFall Menu 2023Vintage Menus Part 2Chael MacDonaldWed, 18 Oct 2023 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2023/10/18/vintage-menus-part-25b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:652f036b5e19a86698bc751fAllan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldAllan's Dining ExperiencesAllan pulls some menus from his dining archives, and Chael has to guess where they are from.false01:15:19171Vintage Menus Part 2fullVintage Menus Part 2The Bear Season 2Chael MacDonaldWed, 04 Oct 2023 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2023/10/4/the-bear-season-25b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:651cd33dfeb2bc12428d656dAllan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldTV TalkAllan and Chael discuss their impressions of the second season of The Bear.false01:40:12170The Bear Season 2fullThe Bear Season 2Seasons ChangeChael MacDonaldWed, 20 Sep 2023 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2023/9/20/seasons-change5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:650a52786d384041dce1b8d1Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldGetting Excited for Winter FoodAllan and Chael compare their favourite dishes from this summer, and what they are exctied to cook when the weather starts to cool off.false01:30:58169Seasons ChangefullSeasons ChangeWild Cooking Part 2Chael MacDonaldWed, 06 Sep 2023 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2023/9/6/wild-cooking-part-25b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:64f7fecbbd6d5a4affc6ab49Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldMore Outdoor CookingAllan discusses a new round of wild cooking classes and some interesting home grown ingredient choices.false01:09:37168Wild Cooking Part 2fullWild Cooking Part 2Pizza WalkChael MacDonaldWed, 23 Aug 2023 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2023/8/23/pizza-walk5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:64e566e0c1927a010c207f36Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldAllan's pizza shop reviewsChael reacts to Allan's first piece for his upcoming food column.false01:11:18167Pizza WalkfullPizza WalkGoldChael MacDonaldWed, 09 Aug 2023 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2023/8/9/gold5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:64d1a96c51eb1e7d1e915a75Counter Intelligence

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/437118.Counter_Intelligence?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=8oP8jiEFa5&rank=2

Dre/Snoop Piece

https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/day-of-the-dre-97921/

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldJonathan Gold's Counter IntelligenceAllan and Chael talk about Jonathan Gold and his book Counter Intelligence.false01:36:22166GoldfullGoldThe Littlest Book ClubChael MacDonaldWed, 26 Jul 2023 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2023/7/26/the-littlest-book-club5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:64c080b4532d384e9a6ab41dMedium Raw

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/40409969-medium-raw?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=zDWgWbpG6U&rank=1

Heat

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/139220.Heat?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=26KKgtv2r9&rank=1

Letters to a Young Chef

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/151392.Letters_to_a_Young_Chef?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=eHntgcK3u9&rank=5

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldAllan's Beach ReadsAllan discusses his summer reads, and Chael gets excited about trying to read a book.false01:18:08165The Littlest Book ClubfullThe Littlest Book ClubToo Many CsChael MacDonaldWed, 12 Jul 2023 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2023/7/12/too-many-cs5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:64ae24ef971e882ff35d7441Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldCCC Practical ExamAllan gives the run down of his CCC practical exam.false01:30:58164Too Many CsfullToo Many CsReal JapanChael MacDonaldFri, 30 Jun 2023 21:35:03 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2023/6/30/real-japan5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:649f47e2919d5e02c82f1821Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldChael's post Japan Trip ImpressionsChael is back from Japan and ready to reevaluate his impressions from before he went.false02:05:58163Real JapanfullReal JapanWhen I Say Yogurt You Say GreekChael MacDonaldSat, 17 Jun 2023 01:20:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2023/6/17/when-i-say-yogurt-you-say-greek5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:648cfc37b69da75a52610375CBC Vignette about Onions and Garlic

https://youtu.be/ObLRXUJQf6o

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldRegional ImpressionsAllan and Chael discuss shallow regionality.false01:13:15162When I Say Yogurt You Say GreekfullWhen I Say Yogurt You Say GreekThe SussmansChael MacDonaldSun, 04 Jun 2023 05:00:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2023/6/4/the-sussmans5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:647bf893b83fca335fea33ebhttps://www.instagram.com/thesussmans

If this link doesn’t work for some reason just search instagram for thesussmans

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldRestaurant MemesAllan brings memes to spark a conversation about food politics.false01:06:12161The SussmansfullThe SussmansJaplanningChael MacDonaldWed, 17 May 2023 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2023/5/17/japlanning5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:646459ebed0943347331343bAllan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldChael's hopes for his Japan tripChael bombards Allan with his bucket list plans around food and dining for his trip to Japanfalse01:21:51160JaplanningfullJaplanningVintage MenusChael MacDonaldWed, 03 May 2023 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2023/5/3/vintage-menus5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:6451cf808830272c0c06b8b9Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldAllan's Menu ArchiveAllan selects a few menus from his filing cabinet of dining experiences and asks Chael to comment on them.false01:10:52159Vintage MenusfullVintage MenusHey There PlatewareChael MacDonaldWed, 19 Apr 2023 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2023/4/19/hey-there-plateware5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:643f66a734547d7cea2ba8ecFilipino Grocer Edmonton

https://www.facebook.com/KabayanFilStore/

Refer Asia’s 50 Best

https://www.theworlds50best.com/asia/en/the-list/refer.html

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldThoughts on plateware and presentationAllan digs through the plateware archive at work and pulls out a few randoms for discussion.false01:19:39158Hey There PlatewarefullHey There PlatewareLearning Menu DevelopmentChael MacDonaldWed, 05 Apr 2023 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2023/4/5/learning-menu-development5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:642cedf20fe5f31666e6fea6Foundations of Menu Planning:

https://www.amazon.ca/Foundations-Menu-Planning-Daniel-Traster/dp/0134484479

Creativity Inc.:

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18077903-creativity-inc?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=lCUO5kFT5y&rank=1

The Uncertainty Mindset:

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/49046725-the-uncertainty-mindset?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=aOAyxmzDpt&rank=1

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldCertified Chef de CuisineAllan and Chael discuss some of the course materials around menu development from Allan's CCC prep.false01:26:17157Learning Menu DevelopmentfullLearning Menu DevelopmentSteel WheelsChael MacDonaldWed, 22 Mar 2023 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2023/3/22/steel-wheels5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:641a644c6f5c8a02c22e5b29Steel Wheels:

https://www.yelp.ca/biz/steel-wheels-pizzeria-edmonton

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldChael freshly discovers an old Edmonton institutionAllan and Chael finally make it to Steel Wheels for a meal together. Chael gets to give his take on one of Edmonton's most notorious late night spots.false01:05:47156Steel WheelsfullSteel WheelsListener MillieChael MacDonaldWed, 08 Mar 2023 14:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2023/3/8/listener-millie5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:640771368370f74fad605f6fFriend of the show Millie joins Allan and Chael to talk about her experieces growing up around her family restaurant.

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldMillie's family restaurantFriend of the show Millie joins Allan and Chael to talk about her experieces growing up around her family restaurant.false01:15:31155Listener MilliefullListener MillieMake Do CookingChael MacDonaldWed, 22 Feb 2023 14:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2023/2/22/make-do-cooking5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:63f29965f7b083322f819af3Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldRecipe discoveries via leftovers utilization.Allan and Chael talk about discovering new recipes while emptying their pantries.false01:00:16154Make Do CookingfullMake Do CookingTwo Year PodiversaryChael MacDonaldWed, 08 Feb 2023 14:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2023/2/8/two-year-podiversary5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:63e1b014145d803e4c0cd90bFood Court on Mastodon

https://hachyderm.io/@foodcourt

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldDiscussing a fantastic year two.Allan and Chael reminisce about a great year of chatting about food and cooking.false01:08:48153Two Year PodiversaryfullTwo Year PodiversaryNoma ClosingChael MacDonaldWed, 25 Jan 2023 14:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2023/1/25/noma-closing5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:63d0abb11b7eed6a5ce9620eNew York Times Story

https://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/09/dining/noma-closing-rene-redzepi.html

Financial Times Story

https://www.ft.com/content/ad082963-fb65-404b-adc7-6a0dcbf1500d

Bon Appetit Story

https://www.bonappetit.com/story/noma-restaurant-closing

The Apprentice by Jacques Pepin

https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/343684.The_Apprentice

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldHot takes on Noma shutting downAllan and Chael discuss the announcement that Noma will be closing to the public in one year.false01:26:25152Noma ClosingfullNoma ClosingThe MenuChael MacDonaldWed, 11 Jan 2023 14:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2023/1/11/the-menu5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:63bde757a638d60dc2412a32The Menu:

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9764362/

Alinea Painted Table:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qofsdSMuGbg

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldDiscussion of the movie The MenuA horror movie about a restautant? Yes Please! Allan and Chael discuss The Menu, a fun twisted thriller about high end dining.false01:39:32151The MenufullThe MenuChefs Need Not ApplyChael MacDonaldWed, 28 Dec 2022 14:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2022/12/28/chefs-need-not-apply5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:63abc0efb7ff7453849c9c4cChatGPT:

https://chat.openai.com/

Dalle-2:

https://openai.com/dall-e-2/

MidJourney:

https://midjourney.gitbook.io/docs/

Stable Diffusion:

https://stability.ai/blog/stable-diffusion-public-release

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldCan AIs replace chefs?Allan and Chael put ChatGPT to work creating menus, and brainstorming food ideas.false01:16:01150Chefs Need Not ApplyfullChefs Need Not ApplyHoliday 2022Chael MacDonaldWed, 14 Dec 2022 14:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2022/12/14/holiday-20225b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:63993e066179a27606d4ed7eAllan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldIt's the most edible time of the yearChael is back in the saddle, and Allan is using him as his eggnog guinnea pig.false01:07:50149Holiday 2022fullHoliday 2022Accidental DishesChael MacDonaldWed, 30 Nov 2022 14:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2022/11/30/accidental-dishes5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:6386dc777679a464933d79abFerran Adria The Origins of Cooking

https://www.phaidon.com/store/signed-editions/the-origins-of-cooking-9781838662387/

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldOops I invented a lemon tartAllan talks kitchen disasters that turned into famous dishes, without all of the usual interruptions from Chael.false00:27:52148Accidental DishesfullAccidental DishesRecipe TestingChael MacDonaldWed, 16 Nov 2022 14:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2022/11/16/recipe-testing5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:63742b20dc1dae6bb47bcbb2Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldSystematic creative dish and recipe developmentHow do you take a food idea from brainstorm to restaurant ready. Allan and Chael do a deep dive on the development process.false01:20:40147Recipe TestingfullRecipe TestingTeam Canada '92Chael MacDonaldWed, 02 Nov 2022 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2022/11/2/team-canada-925b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:635ee3faeeab6c4547fe394eCheck Instagram for Pics of the original menu

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldCulinary Olympics Winning MenuAllan cooks a dinner honouring the 1992 Team Canada Culinary Olympics win. Chael takes a crack at updating the menu.false01:43:35146Team Canada '92fullTeam Canada '92FallidaysChael MacDonaldWed, 19 Oct 2022 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2022/10/19/fallidays5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:634d750dde29ed2b0da95439Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldThanksgiving and HalloweenAllan and Chael talk about their Thanksgiving dinners. What if Halloween had its own dinner?false01:17:21145FallidaysfullFallidaysCook's CampChael MacDonaldWed, 05 Oct 2022 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2022/10/5/cooks-camp5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:633c9edc7fa6ae1c59c3b43bPotato Waffles

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cCDKYPjP58A

Squid Cracker

https://www.tiktok.com/@yuuuuto38/video/7128319084252368130?_r=1&_t=8Vt87X8dNFW&is_from_webapp=v1&item_id=7128319084252368130

Alpine Cooking

https://joebeef.com/products/alpine-cooking-meredith-erickson?variant=32048800759906

Chef’s Table Society

https://chefstablesociety.com/

Cook’s Camp

https://cookscamp.ca/

Mind the Bar

http://mindthebar.com/

Lifeworks App

https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/lifeworks/id662088737

La Table Ronde

https://latableronde.ca/en/

Restaurants Canada

https://www.restaurantscanada.org/

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldOutdoor cooking, and restaurant economics.Allan and Chael talk about Allan's visit to Cook's Camp BC.false01:32:45144Cook's CampfullCook's CampWild Food AdventuresChael MacDonaldWed, 21 Sep 2022 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2022/9/21/wild-food-adventures5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:632a7f9764da4c16ca789b81Refika’s Kitchen Menemen

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7fUI-nbEbN4

From the Wild

https://www.fromthewild.ca/

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldAllan's Outdoor Food ClassAllan discusses cooking outdoors for a class called "Food as Medicine"false01:14:28143Wild Food AdventuresfullWild Food AdventuresAllan's Garden TourChael MacDonaldWed, 07 Sep 2022 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2022/9/7/allans-garden-tour5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:6318080e3bee720bc4823becThanks for listening

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldA tour of Allan's edible front yardAllan takes Chael on a live in person tour of his front yard.false01:20:43142Allan's Garden TourfullAllan's Garden TourThe BearChael MacDonaldWed, 24 Aug 2022 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2022/8/24/the-bear5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:6304f3759932d33faa5d4f01Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldOpinions on a new show about a chef.Allan and Chael discuss the first three episodes of FX series The Bearfalse01:38:30141The BearfullThe BearFall Menu 2022 pt. 2Chael MacDonaldWed, 10 Aug 2022 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2022/8/10/fall-menu-2022-pt-25b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:62f314cfc62a9f4880ffb8adSponge Bob Popsicle

https://spongebob.fandom.com/wiki/SpongeBob_SquarePants_Popsicle

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldFall Menu main coursesThis time Allan and Chael attack the main courses of Allan's fall menu draft.false01:48:51140Fall Menu 2022 pt. 2fullFall Menu 2022 pt. 2Fall Menu 2022 pt. 1Chael MacDonaldWed, 27 Jul 2022 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2022/7/27/fall-menu-2022-pt-15b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:62e01925276457610bb8d346Swiss Chalet Nashville Crispy Hot Chicken Ice Cream Sandwich

https://canadify.com/2022/05/24/swiss-chalet-introduces-new-nashville-hot-crispy-chicken-ice-cream-sandwich-for-dine-in-only/

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldAllan's fall menu, the appetizers onlyAllan Subjects the appetizer section of his fall menu to the Food Court gauntlet.false01:41:17139Fall Menu 2022 pt. 1fullFall Menu 2022 pt. 1Allan's PD WeekChael MacDonaldWed, 13 Jul 2022 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2022/7/13/allans-pd-week5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:62ce265819d8767cc8acabbeNaramata Inn

https://naramatainn.com/

Chef’s for Oceans

https://www.nedbell.com/chefs-for-oceans

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldAllan's Stage at the Naramata InnAllan and Chael talk about Allan's twelve day stint at the Naramata Innfalse01:46:29138Allan's PD WeekfullAllan's PD WeekPolarizing IngredientsChael MacDonaldWed, 29 Jun 2022 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2022/6/29/polarizing-ingredients5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:62bbd15191c10e049cbbea11Thunder Jets Fruit Snacks

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cE4sTHZqn-s

Shark Bites Fruit Snacks

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5sMGZKmBfYk

Padma Lakshmi on Hot Ones

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p-P5-7eV9GE

Dinosaurs Attack!

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dinosaurs_Attack

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldFoods People love to hateAllan and Chael Discuss the foods that a lot of people can't stand.false01:32:20137Polarizing IngredientsfullPolarizing IngredientsOrigin StoriesChael MacDonaldWed, 15 Jun 2022 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2022/6/15/origin-stories5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:62a9498456381c6763412d5dMcdonald’s Training Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=grCw1DcayuE

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldAllan and Chael talk about their first cooking jobs.Everyone has to start somewhere. Allan and Chael discuss their humble beginnings.false01:23:21136Origin StoriesfullOrigin StoriesPotpourriChael MacDonaldWed, 01 Jun 2022 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2022/6/1/potpourri5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:6296d37168c99e33ad488ce5Daniel Humm on Rich Roll Podcast

https://www.richroll.com/podcast/daniel-humm-615/

Dirt by Bill Buford

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/48983247-dirt?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=XZBQ2FPTIl&rank=5

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldRandom topics, and odds and endsAllan and Chael riff on the the odds and ends and leftovers of their list of topics.false02:05:35135PotpourrifullPotpourriOld Man Sudds Joins TikTokChael MacDonaldWed, 18 May 2022 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2022/5/18/old-man-sudds-joins-tiktok5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:62846470a691de024bc612bfPizza Rolls

https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMLtKAPfN/

Baked Feta Pasta

https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMLtKf6cF/

Mac and Cheese

https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMLtKkNq3/

Mcdonald’s Cheeseburger

https://vm.tiktok.com/ZML716dR4/

Toaster Burger Taco

https://vm.tiktok.com/ZML71LGNK/

Tortilla Trend

https://vm.tiktok.com/ZML71Lamc/

Tortilla Dessert

https://vm.tiktok.com/ZML71rrjR/

Chicken and Egg

https://vm.tiktok.com/ZML71ADMW/

Pasta Sticks

https://vm.tiktok.com/ZML71Dr8P/

Crock Pot Liner

https://vm.tiktok.com/ZML71hVxW/

Custard Toast

https://vm.tiktok.com/ZML71r3jv/

Honeycomb Pasta

https://vm.tiktok.com/ZML71epVq/

Old Fashioned

https://vm.tiktok.com/ZML71oxsp/

Spell Check

https://vm.tiktok.com/ZML7137oU/

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldAll the viral food trendsChael forces Allan to join TikTok for the delicious food memes.false01:41:42134Old Man Sudds Joins TikTokfullOld Man Sudds Joins TikTokBig NightChael MacDonaldWed, 04 May 2022 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2022/5/4/big-night5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:6270993bb4f16025bf38b43aDaniel Humm on the Rich Roll Podcast:

https://www.richroll.com/podcast/daniel-humm-615/

Taste by Stanley Tucci:

https://bookshop.org/books/taste-my-life-through-food-9781432891350/9781982168018

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldMovie review of one of the great food movies.Allan and Chael discuss Big Night. One of the top five or six food movies ever!false01:47:34133Big NightfullBig NightOld Dog New TricksChael MacDonaldWed, 20 Apr 2022 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2022/4/20/old-dog-new-tricks5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:625f0f810d469f654031ea45Eleven Madison Park Cookbook
https://glassbookshop.com/item/cd4Cey4mXNFkh1FPvEgv3Q

Foie Gras Terrine Pic

http://theartofplating.com/editorial/exploring-elements-foie-gras/

The wrong Foie Gras Terrine photo that Chael was looking at.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/cityfoodsters/9244189059

Michel Bras Gargouillou

https://www.bras.fr/en/page-article/en-the-gargouillou-of-young-vegetables

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldEleven Madison Park Cookbook analysis.Allan inquires about some modernist techniques from the Eleven Madison Park Cookbook, and Chael tries to break them down.false02:01:01132Old Dog New TricksfullOld Dog New TricksInsane Restaurant ReviewsChael MacDonaldWed, 06 Apr 2022 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2022/4/6/insane-restaurant-reviews5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:624cfa7373f5e63eaf2b5cbfGuy’s American Kitchen & Bar Review:

https://www.nytimes.com/2012/11/14/dining/reviews/restaurant-review-guys-american-kitchen-bar-in-times-square.html

Bros., Lecce Review:

https://everywhereist.com/2021/12/bros-restaurant-lecce-we-eat-at-the-worst-michelin-starred-restaurant-ever/

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldDiscussing two amazing restaurant critiquesAllan and Chael discuss a couple of scathing restaurant reviews.false01:17:09131Insane Restaurant ReviewsfullInsane Restaurant ReviewsAmateur Menu Historian Corner 2Chael MacDonaldWed, 23 Mar 2022 13:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2022/3/23/amateur-menu-historian-corner-25b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:623a879692207a4ada32dc48Taverna del Santopalato:

https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taverna_del_Santopalato

Bros. Restaurant Review:

https://everywhereist.com/2021/12/bros-restaurant-lecce-we-eat-at-the-worst-michelin-starred-restaurant-ever/

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldAllan confuses the heck out of Chael with a facinating historical menuSecond iteration of what's turning out to be a Food Court classic topic.false01:42:59130Amateur Menu Historian Corner 2fullAmateur Menu Historian Corner 2Cooking SchoolChael MacDonaldWed, 09 Mar 2022 14:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2022/3/9/cooking-school5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:622798a937d449726444af0aPogo Whisk:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbI9CA8N3Fc

Benriner:

http://www.benriner.co.jp/benriner_en/products/products01.html

French Mandoline:

https://www.amazon.com/ICO-Slicing-Mandoline-Removable-Stainless/dp/B09JZM6PYG/ref=sr_1_2?crid=39ZVU7P5VU8FD&keywords=French+mandoline&qid=1646537496&sprefix=french+mandoline%2Caps%2C103&sr=8-2

Fancy Benriner:

https://gourmetwarehouse.ca/super-benriner-mandoline-no95-professional-series/

Making of a Chef:

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/164428.The_Making_of_a_Chef

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldWas it good or bad? Surprise! It's complicated.Top three favourite and least favourite things about cooking school. Plus mandoline talk.false02:09:14129Cooking SchoolfullCooking SchoolCooking AwayChael MacDonaldWed, 23 Feb 2022 14:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2022/2/23/cooking-away5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:62150c68c4a38d0c2eb444b3Bagel Injuries:

https://www.newyorkerbagels.com/blogs/bagels/bagel-safety-don-t-be-an-er-statistic

https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1995-04-11-ls-53435-story.html

Curved Garlic Press:

https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Vantic-Garlic-Press-Rocker-Stainless-Steel-Garlic-Mincer-Crusher-and-Green-Peeler/PRD1E82N91Q5LA3

Jeremy Charles:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeremy_Charles_(restaurateur)

Smørrebrød:

https://www.npr.org/2011/01/04/132627711/the-art-of-the-danish-open-face-sandwich

Talib Hudda:

https://www.instagram.com/talib_hudda/?hl=en

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldDown and Out in Austria and DenmarkAllan and Chael Talk about the the additions they made to their repertoire while cooking overseas.false01:42:59128Cooking AwayfullCooking AwayA Birthday Cake DinnerChael MacDonaldWed, 09 Feb 2022 14:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2022/2/9/a-birthday-cake-dinner5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:61fdf6894c6ee45992f4e5deChicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic

https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/8557-james-beards-chicken-with-40-cloves-of-garlic

Docherty's Fish & Chips

https://dochertysfishandchips.com

Bonci Pizzeria Rome

https://www.tripadvisor.ca/Restaurant_Review-g187791-d941728-Reviews-Pizzarium_Bonci-Rome_Lazio.html

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldIt's our paper anniversary, and who doesn't like food served in paper?Allan and Chael discuss their favourite foods served in paper. Allan discusses his first every menu, and Chael digs up a fun surprise.false01:49:49127A Birthday Cake DinnerfullA Birthday Cake DinnerLove and Hate in Gadget TownChael MacDonaldWed, 26 Jan 2022 14:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2022/1/26/love-and-hate-in-gadget-town5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:61ef1e24eeaf2a3071130d37Article about the Zoo Menu

https://www.vice.com/en/article/ezq7ye/when-they-ate-the-zoo-nobody-wanted-to-touch-the-hippo

Cooking Issues (Dave Arnold Podcast)

https://cookingissues.com/radio/

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldAllan and Chael take turns picking their favourite and least favourite kitchen gadgets.Some of our favourite kitchen Gadgets and their uses, and then some real useless ones.false02:15:55126Love and Hate in Gadget TownfullLove and Hate in Gadget TownAmateur Menu Historian CornerChael MacDonaldWed, 12 Jan 2022 14:30:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2022/1/12/amateur-menu-historian-corner5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:61de4847fc029e51f94d419fCGP Grey

https://www.cgpgrey.com

Cortex

https://www.relay.fm/cortex

Diageo

https://www.diageoworldclasscanada.com

Tiktok Bartender

https://www.tiktok.com/@likeablecocktails

Franco-Prussian War

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Franco-Prussian_War

Voisin & Choron

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexandre_Étienne_Choron

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldAllan describes a historical menu and Chael attempts to divine its origin.In our first instalment of "Amateur Menu Historian Corner" Allan divulges a menu from his historical collection. Chael does his best to decipher the context of the dishes.false01:20:27125Amateur Menu Historian CornerfullAmateur Menu Historian CornerTwenty Twenty-PunChael MacDonaldWed, 29 Dec 2021 14:30:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2021/12/29/twenty-twenty-pun5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:61cbbc4ef1c30c01e13c51cbJames Grant take’s bartender of the year

https://www.thealchemistmagazine.ca/2021/07/12/canadas-james-grant-named-diageo-world-class-bartender-of-the-year/

Jack’s Burger Shack

http://www.jacksburgershack.ca

Fox Burger

https://www.foxburger.ca/home

High Dough

https://www.thehighdough.ca

Sepp’s Pizza

https://seppspizza.com

Gravy Burgers and Fries

https://gravyburgersandfries.com

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldThe Year in ReviewAllan and Chael look back at the past year and sum up the complexities of life and podcasting.false01:42:14124Twenty Twenty-PunfullTwenty Twenty-PunHoliday SpectacularChael MacDonaldWed, 15 Dec 2021 14:45:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2021/12/15/holiday-spectacular5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:61b8139643514b098eeee51fChael cooks breakfast for dinner.

https://give.breakfastclubcanada.org/feeding-childrens-potential-campaign-2021/breakfast-for-dinner

Clyde Common Egg Nog

https://jeffreymorgenthaler.com/clyde-common-egg-nog/

Alton Brown Hot Toddy

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/alton-brown/hot-toddy-recipe-1948218

Michael Ruhlman Aged Eggnog

https://ruhlman.com/aged-eggnog/

Alton Brown Turkey Brine

https://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/alton-brown-turkey-brine-recipe

Jeffrey Steingarten “The Man Who Ate Everything” (Contains the fruitcake recipe)

https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/252124.The_Man_Who_Ate_Everything

Fäviken Cookbook

https://www.phaidon.com/store/food-cook/faviken-9780714864709/

Reindeer TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@animalshenanigans/video/7037878507480960262?is_copy_url=1&is_from_webapp=v1

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldAllan and Chael find some holiday tangents to get lost in.Favourite holiday foods to cook or just to enjoy. Chael and Allan talk about their plans for the holidays and their favourite traditions.false01:37:50123Holiday SpectacularfullHoliday SpectacularEpic Kitchen FailsChael MacDonaldWed, 01 Dec 2021 14:30:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2021/12/1/epic-kitchen-fails5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:61a59e5cae588a3d4683d9d0Allan and Chael get vulnerable and share their most embarrasing stories of kitchen failure.

https://www.yelp.ca/biz/hulberts-coffee-house-edmonton

https://www.havanavancouver.com

https://fiskebaren.dk/en/

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001505/

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldAllan and Chael get vulnerable and share their most embarrasing stories of kitchen failure.It happens to the best of us, total disheartening, soul crushing failure. These are some of Allan and Chael's unforgettable mistakes.false01:39:10122Epic Kitchen FailsfullEpic Kitchen FailsFall Menu RevisitedChael MacDonaldWed, 17 Nov 2021 15:00:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2021/11/17/fall-menu-revisited5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:61940ccc27528d1d013241aeErnest’s Restaurant

https://www.nait.ca/ernests/home

Allan’s Menu

https://www.nait.ca/ernests/menus/dinner

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldChael reacts to tasting Allan's fall menu. Will they ever speak again?Allan's fall menu is now in full swing, and Chael was lucky enough to taste all of the dishes. Allan talks about how the dishes have changed from conception to execution, and Chael offers some critiques.false01:59:27121Fall Menu RevisitedfullFall Menu RevisitedDesert Island CookbooksChael MacDonaldWed, 03 Nov 2021 14:00:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2021/11/3/desert-island-cookbooks5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:61815392f45b63631882bba1Allan and Chael pick the cookbooks that they could never part with. In a surprising twist, there is some overlap.

On Food and Cooking

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/101255.On_Food_and_Cooking

Julia Child

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/129650.Mastering_the_Art_of_French_Cooking?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=eGH06G7SYw&rank=3

Advanced Bead and Pastry

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/3121998-advanced-bread-and-pastry?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=iShWmtZkIF&rank=1

In the Sweet Kitchen

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/397767.In_the_Sweet_Kitchen?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=KMgDjOCDB0&rank=1

Moro the Cookbook

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/397885.Moro?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=xRQMyq9i2E&rank=1

Button Soup

https://buttonsoup.ca/

Bouchon

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/79503.Bouchon?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=T5UxxISWW7&rank=1

Escargot

https://kegsteakhouse.com/en/menu/dinner

Charcuterie

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/164427.Charcuterie

Ratio

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/3931154-ratio

Larousse Gastronomique

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/815612.Larousse_Gastronomique?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=sW8zDpma4Y&rank=1

Culinary Artistry

https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/767390.Culinary_Artistry

The Flavour Bible

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/4443485-the-flavor-bible?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=1qFrtbjn3S&rank=1

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldWhich cookbooks could you absolutely not live without?Allan and Chael pick the cookbooks that they could never part with. In a surprising twist, there is some overlap.false01:17:34120Desert Island CookbooksfullDesert Island CookbooksSpooky SeasoningChael MacDonaldWed, 20 Oct 2021 14:00:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2021/10/20/spooky-seasoning5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:616e4779b135ba7d95f5fee6Wax Lips:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wax_lips

Haloween Kisses:

https://www.cbc.ca/news/business/kerrs-candy-halloween-1.4374964

https://kerrs.com/collections/taffy-chews/products/molasses-kisses-380g

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldThe definitive guide to Halloween candy.Allan and Chael revert to childhood to analyze their candy preferences.false01:24:32119Spooky SeasoningfullSpooky SeasoningNoma ChatChael MacDonaldWed, 20 Oct 2021 19:21:13 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2021/10/20/noma-chat5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:615dfcbbe8ecd34157a0b58dAllan inteviews Chael about his time at Noma. Chael barely squirms.

Gushers:

https://www.bettycrocker.com/products/fruit-snacks/fruit-gushers/fruit-gushers-variety-pack

Peter’s Pizza:

https://www.sprucegroveexaminer.com/2014/01/31/iconic-eating-establishment-about-to-close-its-doors-in-spruce-grove

Dunkaroos:

https://www.dunkaroos.com

Noma:

https://noma.dk

San Pellegrino 50 Best:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_World%27s_50_Best_Restaurants

Rene Redzepi on Kitchen Culture:

https://madfeed.co/2015/culture-of-the-kitchen-rene-redzepi/

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldAllan and Chael discuss Chael's time at Noma, the ins and outs of fine dining and the intensity of kitchen culture.Allan and Chael discuss Chael's time at Noma, the ins and outs of fine dining and the intensity of kitchen culture.false01:49:12118Noma ChatfullNoma ChatChildhood Food MemoriesChael MacDonaldWed, 22 Sep 2021 14:00:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2021/9/22/childhood-food-memories5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:614606c327e09150abfb44d5Allan and Chael present a set multi-course menu where each course is a food memory from their childhood. Not complete dishes, just the memories.

Let us know if this episode deserves a sequel where we flesh the memories out into actual ideas for dishes.

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldAllan and Chael dig deep for a set menu of childhood sense memories.Allan and Chael present a set multi-course menu where each course is a food memory from their childhood.false01:22:05117Childhood Food MemoriesfullChildhood Food MemoriesAllan's Fall MenuChael MacDonaldWed, 08 Sep 2021 14:00:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2021/9/8/allans-fall-menu5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:6138406b18fdb367c0f2c0d7First Crack at show notes. Don’t get mad if they don’t work ;)

The history of Canada’s food guide.

https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/canada-food-guide/about/history-food-guide.html#a1977

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldWe discuss Allan's planned fall menu rolloutAllan bares his soul regarding his fall menu rollout, and Chael finds things to nitpick about it obv...false01:57:04116Allan's Fall MenufullAllan's Fall MenuSecret IngredientsChael MacDonaldWed, 25 Aug 2021 14:00:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2021/8/25/secret-ingredients5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:61233759d8e39540e18cfd7aAllan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldWhich ingredients make food delicious?Allan and Chael chat about the ingredients make us love the food that we do.false01:44:34115Secret IngredientsfullSecret IngredientsFantasy MenusChael MacDonaldWed, 11 Aug 2021 14:00:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2021/8/11/fantasy-menus5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:611345db5254307c9141080bAllan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldImaginary menus, just for fun.Allan and Chael use their imaginations to cobble together an onslaught of stolen dishes into culinary journeys.false01:23:16114Fantasy MenusfullFantasy MenusStolen Food IdeasChael MacDonaldWed, 28 Jul 2021 14:00:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2021/7/28/stolen-food-ideas5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:61015c28d566032d03b3c6d3Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldAre all food ideas stolen?Allan and Chael spill their guts about where they steal all of their great food ideas from.false01:34:54113Stolen Food IdeasfullStolen Food IdeasFancy FeastsChael MacDonaldWed, 14 Jul 2021 14:00:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2021/7/14/fancy-feasts5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:60ee587ba005482cc1584298Allan and Chael play over/under-rated with fancy ingredients, techniques and food experiences. Maybe next time they'll rate something useful, like a burger.

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldFoods, over-rated, under-rated.Allan and Chael play over/under-rated with fancy ingredients, techniques and food experiences. Maybe next time they'll rate something useful, like a burger.false01:43:39112Fancy FeastsfullFancy FeastsSiskel and EbertChael MacDonaldWed, 30 Jun 2021 13:54:35 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2021/6/30/siskel-and-ebert5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:60dc74900c28a06e26f92c09Chael and Allan go in with the plan of talking about Chef and Big Night, but only really get to talking about Chef.

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldMore food movies discussionAllan and Chael try to talk about two food movies, but only succeed in talking about one. Is "Chef" just that good?false01:26:11111Siskel and EbertfullSiskel and EbertCanadian Cuisine?Chael MacDonaldWed, 16 Jun 2021 14:00:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2021/6/16/canadian-cuisine5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:60c96eb9b430d0542e1465a5Indian Residential School Survivors Society

https://www.irsss.ca

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldDoes Canadian cuisine have an identity?Allan is irritated by the ongoing discussion about whether we have a culinary identity. Will Chael chill him out with a cool glass of water, or will he fan the flames?false01:33:31110Canadian Cuisine?fullCanadian Cuisine?Do Recipes Work?Chael MacDonaldWed, 02 Jun 2021 14:00:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2021/6/2/do-recipes-work5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:60b704986b404a4ed4bb7ebbAllan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldChael takes recipes to task, to Allan's dismay.Chael calls out recipes and Allan calls out Chael in this action packed episode. Also, is Chael just way smarter than Hervé This?false01:25:4319Do Recipes Work?fullDo Recipes Work?Cooking MythsChael MacDonaldWed, 19 May 2021 14:00:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2021/5/19/cooking-myths5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:60a485054444ce2a8b172966Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldThe truth behind popular cooking advice.Allan and Chael pick apart common cooking myths, as well as each others techniques and food knowledge.false01:31:5818Cooking MythsfullCooking MythsA Couple of Hidden GemsChael MacDonaldWed, 05 May 2021 14:00:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2021/5/5/a-couple-of-hidden-gems5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:6092000e6fead72b89e54870Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldDiscussion of Shanghai 456 and Steel Wheels.Allan and Chael discuss a couple of Edmonton restaurants and the hard to articulate magic that can make you fall in love with a hidden gem.false01:15:5317A Couple of Hidden GemsfullA Couple of Hidden GemsThe Real Guilty PleasuresChael MacDonaldWed, 21 Apr 2021 14:00:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2021/4/21/the-real-guilty-pleasures5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:607f974b08a0311cb000d9dcWe try to talk about our guilty pleasures but wind up analyzing our guilt psychology. Then we give big ups to microwave ovens and all of their great uses, sans guilt.

]]>Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldGuilty pleasures and why they're guilty.Allan and Chael's guilty pleasures and why they are guilty. Should you feel bad for using a microwave?false01:31:3416The Real Guilty PleasuresfullThe Real Guilty PleasuresA Rat ChefChael MacDonaldWed, 07 Apr 2021 14:00:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2021/4/7/a-rat-chef5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:606cb3b1c745ef42a7cd7fc8Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldFavourite Food Movies & Guilty Pleasures?Allan and Chael talk about their favourite food movies, and barely scratch the surface of guilty pleasures.false01:20:3215A Rat CheffullA Rat ChefHow would you make this?Chael MacDonaldWed, 24 Mar 2021 14:00:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2021/3/24/how-would-you-make-this5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:605aba76f35f3a76a3900625Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldAllan and Chael's first imaginary cook-off!Chael catches Allan off guard. Allan and Chael challenge each other to an imaginary cook-off. More gripping tangents.false01:14:0414How would you make this?fullHow would you make this?Creative CookingChael MacDonaldWed, 10 Mar 2021 15:00:00 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2021/3/10/creative-cooking5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:60485fbf47735a08aecc9263Allan Suddaby and Chael MacDonaldAllan and Chael discuss creativity in cooking. Find out if it's necessary. Chael is fascinated by Allan cooking for his brood.Writers block, menu ruts, brainstorming, artistic process, Is this really all a part of cooking? Also Chael asks Allan how he deals with cooking for his children.false01:14:3913Creative CookingfullCreative CookingFood SnobChael MacDonaldWed, 24 Feb 2021 17:11:11 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2021/2/24/food-snob5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:6036844cde8d7204ae46752cChael MacDonald and Allan SuddabyFood snobbery vs. chef secretsAre Allan and Chael food snobs? Are all chefs food snobs? We get to the bottom of it. Our hosts also discuss little black "recipe" books and the secrets they contain.false01:02:3012Food SnobfullFood SnobFood AdjacentChael MacDonaldThu, 11 Feb 2021 01:24:55 +0000https://foodcourt.fm/episodes/2021/2/11/food-adjacent5b92ca413917eeb9fe03a653:602478e632e7a203b0041361:602484b0c000500db0add6bcChael MacDonald and Allan SuddabyAllan and Chael chat about kitchen injuries and other exciting topics.false01:10:4411Food AdjacentfullFood Adjacent