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Narsai David's Food News
Recent Episodes
The Ultimate Restaurant Guide
KCBS Food and Wine Editor Narsai David talks to Jean-Luc Naret, Director of the Michelin Guide. (10/22; 16:13)
Savory Desserts
KCBS Food Editor Narsai David talks to local pastry chef Emily Luchetti. (8/12; 15:36) www.emilyluchetti.com, www.emilyluchettiblog.com
Yan Can Cook in SF
Narsai David talks to celebrity chef Martin Yan who's in town for the SF Chefs Festival. (8/6; 15:24) www.yancancook.com
Buffalo Wings
Narsai talks to Ivano Toscani and Stanley Pikul from Anchor Bar - home of the original buffalo wings. (6/12; 11:53)
Best Grilling Recipes
Narsai suggests getting some help for your next barbecue with this new book. (5/27; 1:30)
McWilliams Wines
Narsai describes two value wines that are pleasant and great for summer from the McWilliams Hanwood Estate of Southeastern Australia. (5/26; 1:29)
Sommelier of San Francisco
Narsai talks to Rajat Parr, partner and wine director of the new RN74 restaurant in San Francisco. (5/18; 15:45)
Napa Restaurants and Cookbooks
Narsai talks to Cindy Pawlcyn, chef/owner of Mustard's Grill, Cindy's Backstreet Kitchen, and Go Fish, and author of "Appetizers." (4/29; 15:07)
A Mediterranean Diet
Narsai talks to Nancy Harmon Jenkins, author of "The New Mediterranean Diet Cookbook, A Delicious Alternative for Lifelong Health." (2/4; 16:17)
Spanish Wines
Narsai David talks to Katrin Naelapaa, director of Wines from Spain. (12/1; 16:00)
French Cuisine in the Bay Area
Narsai David talks to Chef Roland Passot of La Folie and Left Bank Restaurants. (11/17; 15:28)
"Pet Food Politics"
KCBS Food and Wine Editor Narsai David talks to author Marion Nestle about her latest book. (8/27; 16:00)
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Narsai's Daily Reports
Panettone and Canned Salmon and Tuna
Narsai talks about some unusual offerings from the Corti Brothers. (11/20; 1:32)
Sweet and Sour Beets
Narsai shares a nice addition to your turkey dinner. (11/19; 1:35)
Cranberry Pear Relish
Try Narsai's recipe that will go nicely with your holiday turkey. (11/18; 1:32)
Merry Edwards Wines
Narsai reviews some Pinot Noirs from Sonoma and Russian River Valley. (11/17; 1:28)
Dungeness Crab
Narsai's favorite season is here and he shares some important advice on how to cook crabs. (11/16; 1:32)
Consuming Too Much Sugar
An interesting article in the U.C. Berkeley Wellness Letter talks about the dangers of sugar. (11/15; 1:31)
Chocolate for Breakfast
Narsai reviews an interesting book by Barbara Passino. (11/14; 1:33)
Cranberry Almond Tart
Learn a new recipe for the holidays! (11/13; 1:33)
Been Doon So Long
Narsai reviews a new wine book by Randall Grahm. (11/12; 1:34)
Dungeness Crab Cake
Narsai shares a delicious recipe (that's also gluten-free) from One Market. (11/11; 1:34)
Quady North Wines
Narsai reviews a few selections from Oregon. (11/10; 1:32)
Seafood Report
Narsai talks oysters, cod, and more! (11/9; 1:33)
Mussels
Narsai talks about the most wonderful appetizer! (11/8; 1:27)
Spice Blends
Narsai introduces you to a delicious blend of spices. (11/7; 1:32)
Celiac Event
Narsai talks about an upcoming event at Treasure Island. (11/5; 1:31)
Marimar Wines
Narsai reviews a 2007 Syrah and 2008 Chardonnay. (11/4; 1:32)
Taste of the Mediterranean
Narsai's benefit for the Assyrian Aid Society is coming up! (11/3; 1:31)
To Thicken Sauces
Narsai gives some tips on thickening sauces. (11/2; 1:32)
Dried Fruits
Narsai talks about all the different types of dried fruit. (11/1; 1:34)
Talisman Wines
Narsai reviews the a couple of Pinot Noirs from 2006. (10/31; 1:29)
A Safe Turkey Dinner
Narsai shares some safety tips for deep frying turkey. (10/30; 1:29)
Rose's Heavenly Cakes
Narsai reviews a new book by Rose Levy Beranbaum. (10/29; 1:29)
Vegetarian Pasta
Narsai shares a recipe for a veggie dish with lentils. (10/28; 1:31)
Italian Sparkling Wines
Narsai reviews Il Follo wines from Italy. (10/27; 1:34)
Middle Eastern Breads
Narsai talks about some new lavash breads. (10/26; 1:33)
Variety of Pumpkins
Narsai talks about the various sizes and ideas for cooking them. (10/24; 1:29)
Butterscotch Pie
Narsai shares a recipe for a fun dessert. (10/21; 1:30)
Get Cooking
Narsai reviews this new book by a bestselling author. (10/20; 1:31)
Shelling Beans
(10/19; 1:29)
Winter Squash
Narsai talks about some varieties of squash. (10/18; 1:34)
Time to Bake Bread
Narsai gives some tips on baking bread. (10/17; 1:32)
Artisan Bistro
Narsai found out why the new Lafayette restaurant was packed once the Jerusalem artichoke soup and the braised ox tail and seared fois gras terrine arrived at the table. (10/16/09; 1:35)
Encyclopedia of Pasta
KCBS food and wine editor Narsai David reviews an essential reference work on food that literally covers pasta from A to Z with 308 different types of noodle. (10/15/09; 1:34)
Richard Grant Wines
Narsai on a few more 2001 and 2006 Pinot Noir's. (10/14; 1:33)
Pumpkin Time
Narsai on the variety of pumpkins in season. (10/13; 1:31)
Happy Anniversary, Trader Vic's
As the legendary restaurant celebrates its 75th year in operation, Narsai remembers the good 'ol days of Trader Vic's. (10/12; 1:30)
Celebrating Fall
Narsai previews the legendary Half Moon Bay Pumpkin Festival (10/11; 1:30)
"Bake Deliciously"
Narsai says this gluten free cookbook offers great recipes for those with dietary restrictions. (10/10; 1:35)
New Honest Fruit Syrups
Narsai raves over Berkeley's Small Hand Foods and their mixed drink flavorings including pomegranite syrup. (10/9; 1:31)
Summer Berry Pudding
Narsai describes Bay Wolf's delicious dessert recipe involving creme fraiche and summer berries. (10/8; 1:28)
Artevino Wines
Narsai reviews a 2006 Arteviono Chardonnay and a Pinot Noir. (10/7; 1:32)
Bitter Almond For Flavor
Narsai describes how to use bitter almonds to flavor or preserve food. (10/6; 1:26)
"My Bread"
Narsai reviews this new cookbook by Jim Lahey. (10/5; 1:34)
Fennel
Narsai describes this herb/vegetable. (10/4; 1:27)
Anytime Lemonade
A perfect recipe for those warm days. (10/3; 1:32)
Melon Ripeness
Narsai gives you some tips on finding the best melon. (10/2; 1:34)
The Original Cobb Salad
There are so many varieties, but this one is Narsai's favorite. (10/1; 1:34)
Terra Valentine Wines
Narsai sips two different 2006 Cabernet Sauvignons. (9/30; 1:31)