Nerd Kitchen

Another episode that was part of the data recovery process, but we're glad to finally bring to light. In this episode, Chef Neelma joins us and takes us on a journey to East Africa as we learn about the Indians who've migrated there and the how they've blended their cuisine with the local culture.

Here's an episode that was recorded over 2 years ago but never made the pod. Blame it on a corrupt disk but thanks to the magic of Google drive, we discovered a backup and were able to get this out! On this episode Max is joined by all-in-all superstar @krishashok as they talk about his(then newly released) book and deconstruct their favorite masalas.

In this episode, Max is joined by Viggnesh the founder of the Madras Coffee movement, who goes by @roastbrewandyou on Instagram. During their conversation, Viggnesh and Max delve into the worldwide and Indian history of coffee. They touch upon the trade history that documents the establishment of Coffee Houses throughout India, the expansion of coffee cultivation, and the evolution of taste and brewing methods over time. Additionally, they discuss the science behind coffee preparation, the various brewing tools available, and the diverse taste and aroma notes that can be achieved. Viggnesh shares insights into his involvement with cafes, roasters, and farmers, and how he is contributing to the development of a healthier and more robust coffee ecosystem.

In this episode, Max is joined by Swetha Sivakumar from @upgrade_my_food as they take a peek into the labels at the back of packages. While the Front of the Package(FOP) can have a lot of marketing spiel, the label at the back often speaks the truth. There's a ton of misinformation floating around by influencers that deem anything that isn't commonly available as bad. While that isn't always the case, we take a look at preservatives, emulsifiers, fats & other additives that are necessary and not harmful versus ones you should try to avoid. Sit back, with a notepad or burn into your memory so that the next time you're at the grocery store, you know what to look for.