Eating Rice

Episode 53 - Caleb in Peru

Caleb rediscovers the joy of cooking, Joel perfects a humble sandwich, and Caleb shares stories from his trip to Peru, including a meal at Central, once named the world's best restaurant.

Episode 52 - Argentina Ruined Steak for Us

Caleb and Joel relive their South America trip through smoky parrillas, absurdly good beef, and meals that somehow lasted five hours.

Episode 51 - Hot Food, Hard Lessons

Caleb messes up a beef marinade, Joel talks about his love for breakfast burritos, and somehow they end up deep in a conversation about keeping food hot. From reheating steak to why how we should order one at a time so food can be eaten right away.

Episode 50 - Would You Rather?

This episode goes everywhere in the best way. Caleb and Joel talk snails, bacalhau, drink habits that raise eyebrows, and a bluefin tuna experience that stuck with Caleb. Somewhere along the way, they debate the ultimate food tradeoff: raw or fried?

Episode 49 - Our 2025 Food Recap (Yes, It’s February)

Caleb and Joel close out the year with their favorite restaurant moments, including Restaurant Fiz in Singapore and Au Pied de Cochon in Montreal. They reflect on the biggest food lessons of 2025 and map out what they want to taste, learn, and chase in 2026.

Episode 48 - Late-Night Feasts

First, Caleb and Joel build the ultimate mac n cheese checklist. Then they hit the streets for late-night eats and ask the big question: when it is midnight, are you reaching for pizza, shawarma, or HK-style late night eats?

Episode 47 - The French Laundry Pilgrimage

What belongs on your counter and not in a drawer? Caleb and Joel rank their must-have kitchen tools, then walk through Caleb’s French Laundry pilgrimage from reservations to the kitchen tour. Hear the highlights, his verdict, and whether he would go back.

Episode 46 - Finding Your Foodie Soulmate

Caleb and Joel share the signals that someone is a true foodie, then map how to stay aligned as dining partners on menu choices, sharing style, and the check. Also on the table: a Berkshires hot dog and chocolate milk story and which rice belongs in your kitchen.

Episode 45 - Cooking Jam Session

From chicken-fat confited oysters to Ceres Pizza, Caleb and Joel trade NYC bites and Joel’s Spanish cravings. They break down jazz-style cooking: how to riff, read a plate, and practice smarter with cooking videos. Tasty takes with real tips you can use tonight.

Episode 44 - Dinner: Democracy or Dictatorship?

Seasons shift, how hard thai larb hits, and Caleb returns from NYC with way too many food takes. Caleb and Joel ask: on a night out, do we vote… or crown a menu dictator? Plus, who’s the bill boss and who’s the vibe captain?