The Hot Stove Society: New Orleans dishes + The Rise of Functional Beverages

We dig into iconic New Orleans dishes –Gumbo, Jambalaya, and Étouffée // A look at food trends that actually panned out in 2025 - and what’s heating up for 2026 // Smart strategies for building a better pantry in the year ahead // Traci Williams brings us the charm of her Teanaway Country Store and the rise of functional beverages // A winter Paella that turns dinner into a celebration // Pastry Chef Brittany Bardeleben of Hot Cakes inspires us with sweet ideas for the new year // And of course, we’ll wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought: Tasty Trivia!

A foodie's dream! Chef Tom Douglas, winner of the prestigious James Beard Award, reviews the Puget Sound's best restaurants, shares recipes based on a special weekly ingredient, and answers your burning culinary quandaries.