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Married to Portuguese

Maria and Bob Lawton

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TV Host and cookbook author Maria Lawton (The Azorean Greenbean) has fun conversations about being Portuguese with her husband Bob, who is not Portuguese. They discuss everything from food to travel to family, and besides providing insight in to Portuguese culture they have a lot of laughs along the way.
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Our Portuguese Table

Maria Lawton and Angela Simoes

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Hosted by Maria Lawton, the Azorean Greenbean, and Angela Simoes, a community leader in California, this podcast is meant to bring awareness and discussion about Portuguese food, culture and what it means to be Portuguese no matter where you live. Published every other Monday, the Our Portuguese Table podcast will feature interviews with Portuguese chefs, restaurant owners and other community leaders to raise awareness of everything from how to cook delicious Portuguese foods to what it’s li ...
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The Big Chew Podcast

Maria Theresa Stadtmueller

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Can we change our futures by changing our story? Yup. Big Chew host Maria Theresa Stadtmueller and her guests take apart our culture's stories and look for ones without the stupid. Stories tell us what matters.The story that still runs our culture was created back when people thought the Earth was flat—by religions Westerners are leaving. That story says a god made us superior to all other creatures and our real home is "up there" in the sky—not here on Earth. When that old origin story comb ...
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Maria is in Lisbon and meets Brent for an episode of the podcast. She tells Brent about her first trip to mainland Portugal, her love of the city of Guimarães, The Douro Valley, and a scary escape from the Portuguese wildfires. Maria also talks about her new cookbook and some of her family recipes. Plus, Maria and Brent share their favorite places …
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Brent explores some of the best coffee from around the world including Colombia and Vietnam. Plus, great coffee recommendations in the birthplace of Starbuck, Seattle, and 3rd wave shops in New York City. [Ep 309] Show Notes: Destination Eat Drink ebooks Restaurante Leo website FunLeo Foundation Jackfruit Adventure website Rated V Rated V YouTube C…
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What makes an island vacation truly unforgettable? Join us as we unwrap the wonders of the Azores, where each charming village, from our cherished stay at the Terra Nostra Hotel in Furnas to the picturesque Maia, left us spellbound. Bob and I recount the beautiful tapestry of friendships woven among singles, couples, and families—strangers who beca…
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Imagine stepping into a world where lush landscapes and vibrant cultures beckon you to explore. Ever wondered what it feels like to lead a food tour across the stunning island of São Miguel in the Azores with 30 of your closest friends? Join us as we share our exhilarating journey from Boston to this magical destination, embracing the challenges of…
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Jian Tayaban is an expert on the food and culture of Manila. He shares the best dishes to try in his city in off the beaten track neighborhoods. Jian tells Brent about Manila’s street food and dishes called Dynamite and Lumpia as well as a Dim Sum tour in the world’s oldest Chinatown. Plus, ordering a dish that could get you in big trouble! [Ep 307…
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Ever found yourself hilariously tangled in a web of cross-cultural quirks? Join us as my English-Irish husband, Bob, and I embark on a side-splitting exploration of Portuguese culture, where the art of pronunciation and the delight of food choices collide. We've turned up the fun with a playful game of "this or that," challenging Bob with some toug…
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Aveiro is called the Venice of Portugal, but that might be unfair to Aveiro. The city has so much to offer besides just being compared to the Italian city. Yes, there are canals and cool boats, but there’s also great food like a local pastry and a delicious treat named after pig innards (yes, really). Local guide Rossana Freitas shares her expertis…
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What happens when the worlds of art and culture collide at a wedding? Join us as we reminisce about our daughter's unforgettable nuptials at an art museum, where Bob experienced the joy and honor of officiating for the first time. With the spirit of creativity guiding the ceremony, this intimate gathering was a true reflection of Sarah's artistic s…
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What happens when a picturesque getaway in Portugal is almost derailed by wildfires, only to find salvation in international camaraderie and the rich tapestry of history and culture? Our 12-day escapade through the breathtaking landscapes of Portugal takes center stage, with tales from the idyllic Tour de Pomme in Alentejo. Imagine sipping exquisit…
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Everyone loves pizza and we’re trying different kinds of pizza in Italy and NYC. Katie Parla talks about the styles of pizza in Rome and why Double Zero flour is a marketing scam. Then, Marco Scapagnini tells Brent about the unique pizza of Sicily. And, Scott Weiner shares why there is no true NY style pizza. [Ep 305] Show Notes: Katie Parla’s webs…
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What happens when a nine-hour flight delay turns into a whirlwind adventure through Portugal's most captivating regions? We'll share the highs and lows of our journey, starting in the vibrant city of Porto with its energetic college students and stunning river views. From there, we take you on a picturesque cruise down the Douro River and explore t…
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Capri Cafaro is a TV personality, cookbook author, and radio host and podcaster who got her start as a state senator in Ohio. She tells Brent about her Italian heritage and the influence of her grandmother on her love of food and how it led her to storytelling on TV. Then, Capri talks about her new show on PBS, America the Bountiful and some of the…
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Tommo from Eat This! Food & Wine Tours and Megsy from Food Fun Travel are back on the podcast to talk about the 8,000 year history of wine from the country of Georgia! Tommo and Megsy tell Brent about some of the unique wine regions of Georgia, aging wine in clay pots, and a monastery that has been making wine continuously for 1,000 years. Plus, we…
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Tommo and Megsy are world travelers who have visited almost100 countries. But, several years ago, they set down roots in the country of Georgia and that’s where they’re raising their family and working on spreading the world about the beautiful and fascinating country they call home. They tell Brent about an amazing feast called a Supra, a dumpling…
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We’re discovering some of the best markets in the world as we visit Bordeaux, France in a motorcycle sidecar, find the best pickles in Seville, Spain, the king of fruit in the Saigon market, and get Chinese veggies at a market in Melbourne, Australia. [Ep 301] Show Notes: Darley Newman’s website Retro Sidecar Tour Pilar Rubio’s Instagram and also M…
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Vincent Marcus is a foodie tour guide for Food Tours Stockholm as well as a sommelier and an advanced degree student studying marine food systems. He talks with Brent about marine food sustainability, new Nordic cuisine, coffee culture, and the surprising wine culture of Sweden. Plus, there’s pickled herring and Swedish drinking songs [Ep 300] Show…
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Vancouver is getting tons of buzz as a foodie city. Doug, founder of Vancouver Food Tours, and his lead guide Sean talk with Brent about pasta topped with Japanese curry, a bar built in just 24 hours, and why actors make the best tour guides. Plus, pet psychics and the story of Gassy Jack! [Ep 299] Show Notes: Support Destination Eat Drink on Buy M…
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Daniel Gray lived in an orphanage in Korea until the age of 5 when he was adopted by a couple in the U.S. Daniel talks with Brent about fried lobster on a stick, Spam as a luxury item, and what we can learn about Korea from the TV show M*A*S*H. Plus, a street food dish that’s so addictive it’s called a narcotic and showing a Hollywood star around S…
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We’re cooling off during the dog days of summer with frozen treats from all over the world. We’ll sample the Cosmic Cousin of Neapolitan Ice Cream, an Australian flavor called Iced Vovo, and a Gelato Sandwich. [Ep 297] Show Notes: Support Destination Eat Drink at Buy Me A Coffee Culinary Adventure Co. Eat St. Louis Food Tours Walk Melbourne Culinar…
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Montmartre is one of the great foodie neighborhoods in Paris. Karl Wilder from The Chef Tours tells Brent about the best places to eat & drink as well as a gourmet picnic, and dishes like eggs preserved in gelatin, escargot, beef bourguignon, coq au vin, and a thinner baguette. Plus, some truffle talk! [Ep 296] Show Notes: Support Destination Eat D…
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Erwan Leo from The Secret Wine Door in Paris is a wine expert, but he didn’t start that way. He tells Brent about his major career shift and how he survived when his shop was closed during the pandemic. He tells Brent about the most underrated wine region in France, the Left Bank and the Right Bank of Bordeaux, and an alternative to Châteauneuf-du-…
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Andrea Chierici lives and works in Bologna, Italy and loves his city! He tells Brent about the amazing food including lasagna with green noodles, ragu alla Bolognese, and a crispy treat called Crescentina. Plus, why you need to forget stereotypes and try Lambrusco! [Ep 294] Show Notes: Support Destination Eat Drink Taste Bologna website Mercato del…
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Monica Eng is an award winning journalist from Chicago who has worked at the Chicago Sun Times, Chicago Tribune, WBEZ radio, and now, Axois. She took on the story of this year’s so-called Cicadapalooza, and has written stories about why this year’s Cicada emergence, going as far as frying and eating the noisy little insects. Then, she tells Brent w…
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Brent visits Seville, Spain to learn about buying cakes from nuns. Then, we’re enjoying an ice cream from New Zealand called Hokey Pokey, the state cookie of New Mexico, and how to eat a cupcake in Seattle! [Ep 292] Show Notes: Support Destination Eat Drink Darley Newman’s website Pilar Rubio’s Instagram Frugal Travellers YouTube Channel Rated V Yo…
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Mexico City’s urban islands of Xochimilco have fed the city for centuries. Victor Gamboa, an environmentalist and tour guide from Culinary Backstreets, is trying to preserve Xochimilco and the farmer’s traditional way of life. Victor tells Brent about how the islands were constructed and how visitors can see this amazing part of Mexico City that’s …
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Ever wondered what makes the perfect rice pudding? Join us as we embark on a delightful exploration of this nostalgic dessert, comparing the creamy American classic to the thicker, uniquely flavored Portuguese variant. Bob reminisces about Cozy Shack rice pudding, while I share my own criteria for achieving the ideal texture, flavor, and aroma. Alo…
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Brent talks with Anastassia from Discover Estonia about the city of Tallinn and its unique cuisine. We’ll down Estonian Jagermeister, answer a sandwich dilemma, and learn about edible Christmas trees. Plus, chocolate covered cheese curds and a great market in Tallinn. [Ep 290] Show Notes: Support Destination Eat Drink on Buy Me a Coffee Discover Es…
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Ready to embark on a rollercoaster of celebrations and cultural reflections? Join us as we recount the electrifying week that saw our San Miguel tour sell out, the whimsical charm of an Italian restaurant in Musteros, and the intricate dance of gaining Portuguese citizenship. Our conversation is sprinkled with laughter as we share the joy of being …
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Brent visits with Margot and Alex, the founders of Walk With Us Tours in Berlin about their vibrant and diverse city. How vibrant? Well, there’s great food like Kettwurst and German Meatballs in Caper Sauce and delicious craft beer. Exciting neighborhoods like Prenzlauder Berg and Friedrichshain. And, we even talk a little German Punk Rock! [Ep 289…
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Ever wondered what it's like to attend the Emmy Awards? Our latest adventure took us to the 47th annual local Emmy Awards in Boston, where our Portuguese-themed show on Rhode Island PBS received a prestigious nomination. With our producer Dean flying in from California and our families rallying around us, the night was a whirlwind of emotions, anti…
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Brent searches for the best pasta shape for pesto with NYT bestselling author Katie Parla, tries the stuffed pasta native to Piedmont, is enchanted by a pasta named for a musical instrument, and learns about Croatia rediscovering its pasta heritage. [Ep 288] Show Notes: Support Destination Eat Drink Katie Parla’s website Katie’s book Food of the It…
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Could a simple biscuit be the highlight of your snack time? Join us as we explore the delightful world of Maria biscuits in our latest episode of Married to Portuguese! Bob and I share our hilarious misadventures at the local grocery store, where we uncovered a variety of these unassuming yet delicious treats, including some irresistible mini versi…
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Simon Bajada wanted to explore his Maltese roots through its cuisine. So, he decided to research, sample, and write a cookbook all about the dishes of Malta. He tells Brent about the spices of Malta, white olives, a giant dish called Timpana, and Pastizzi. Plus, a liqueur made from prickly pears. [Ep 287] Show Notes: Support Destination Eat Drink o…
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Ever found yourself chuckling at life’s little hiccups? That's exactly where we begin our latest audio adventure, thanks to a slight recording snafu. As we cozy up to the mic, we invite you to laugh along with us and soak in the updates from a spring season bursting at the seams with family festivities and the creative whirlwind of content crafting…
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Pauline Lee from Simply Enak Food Tours is back to talk with Brent about the amazing cuisine of Penang, Malaysia. She talks about dishes like Asam Laksa, Char Kuew Teow, and Penang Hokkien Mee. Plus, Pauline tells Brent about the clan houses and a dish named after buckets of rice and curry. [Ep 286] Show Notes: Support Destination Eat Drink at Buy …
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Scott Wiener, founder of Scott’s Pizza Tours talks with Brent about New York Pizza including a pizza bus, backyard pizza, and how to define New York Style pizza and why that may ultimately be a fool’s errand. Brent also asks Scott about the world’s largest pizza box collection! [Ep 285] Show Notes: Support Destination Eat Drink on Buy Me A Coffee S…
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Actor and TV host Kira Cook is back on Destination Eat Drink to talk with Brent about the latest season of her show “Islands Without Cars.” She talks about her adventure swimming with sharks, a huge party on Fire Island, and Ceviche on the beach at sunset. [Ep 284] Show Notes: Support Destination Eat Drink on Buy Me A Coffee Islands Without Cars TV…
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Grammy winning musician/singer/songwriter Sarah Jarosz shares her favorite spots for tacos in Austin and her hometown of Wimberley, Texas. Then, Eunice Reyes tells us about vegan tacos in L.A. And, taco editor from Texas Monthly, Jose R. Ralat tells Brent about Jewish tacos and Korean tacos. [Ep 283] Show Notes: Support Destination Eat Drink at Buy…
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Rob Rose thought he was wrapping up his TV series Raw Travel. But then, Russia invaded Ukraine. Rob, who’s done several TV episodes in Ukraine, decided to return to Ukraine and film what life is like in a war zone. He tells Brent about raising funds for the defense effort, why Ukraine needs to stay front and center on the international conversation…
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Remember the thrill of scrounging up just enough change to buy your favorite penny candy? Or the pure rebellion of sneaking gum into a classroom? Bob and I sure do, and we're spilling all the sweet and savory details of our candy-infused childhoods on the latest episode of Married to Portuguese. Walk with us through a delicious landscape of nostalg…
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Jonathan Porter is the founder of Chicago Pizza Tours and flies the flag for pizza from the Windy City. He tells Brent about racing to get a pizza on TV, biking on the 606, and pizza crust as thin as Bible pages. Jon also talks about all the best places to eat & drink in Chicago’s Bucktown. Plus, a deep dive into “The Bear.” [Ep 281] Show Notes: Su…
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Have you ever found yourself chuckling down the snack aisle, reminiscing about past travels as you spot a flavor from a distant land? That's exactly the escapade Bob and I share with you, as we bring a slice of Portugal to our taste buds and your ears. Our laughter-filled journey unfolds in a quaint Providence market, where the shelves are a cornuc…
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Celia Pedrosa, an author and foodie tour guide, joins Brent in Lisbon’s Estrela Garden to talk about the best things to eat and drink in Lisbon including Pastel de Nata, traditional tascas, and a treat for Easter. Plus, Lisbon’s excellent African, Indian, and Brazilian food! [Ep 280] Show Notes: Support Destination Eat Drink on Buy Me a Coffee Culi…
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Ever wondered what happens when an English-Irish chap and his Portuguese-American wife decide to tackle the art of making traditional sweetbread? Join Bob and me as we regale you with the highs and lows of our culinary escapades during a lively Easter weekend, hosted at our home with family bustling about. It's a tale of late-night baking, an oven'…
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If you’re planning a trip to Spain, this show is for you! We’re exploring the best neighborhoods to visit in Barcelona, where to see Flamenco in Seville, the Basque culture of San Sebastian, and Paella Day in Valencia. [Ep 279] Show Notes: Support Destination Eat Drink on Buy Me a Coffee Culinary Backstreets food tours in Barcelona Eunice’s book Sp…
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Travel legend Joseph Rosendo wrapped up the 12th and final season of his show Travelscope last year. He’s back on Destination Eat Drink to talk with Brent about his new show Joseph Rosendo’s Steppin’ Out and visiting a restaurant where meals are literally a work of art. Plus, Joseph talks about visiting a chef with five Michelin stars and dispellin…
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Kim Haas is the TV host, producer, and creator of the PBS show Afro-Latino Travels with Kim Haas. She tells Brent about the best empanadas in the world, singing backup with a world famous performer, and sampling firewater made from sugar cane! [Ep 277] Show Notes: Support Destination Eat Drink at Buy Me a Coffee Complete show notes at https://radio…
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Tick-tock, tick-tock... Ever found yourself chuckling at the quirks of cultural timekeeping? That's precisely what we did when my English-Irish husband, Bob, and I found ourselves amusingly swept up in 'Portuguese time' at a local gathering. With every tick of the clock, we explored the lighter side of life through the lens of Portuguese culture, s…
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Actor, writer, and producer Rupak Ginn grew up the child of Indian immigrants in New York. He tells Brent about his favorite dishes his mom made growing up and taking those lessons to the kitchen with his family. He also talks about his TV show “Spice Road” and finding amazing Indian cuisine around the U.S. including a Punjabi restaurant in a Baker…
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Ever wondered if a simple biscuit could highlight the quirks of a cross-cultural household? Well, buckle up for a whirlwind of flavors and laughter as my English-Irish husband, Bob, and I embark on a culinary showdown, pitting the iconic Maria biscuit against its various European counterparts. On this episode of Married to Portuguese, we peel back …
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