Eating Rice

Episode 13 - What happened to Ramen? Taking a stance on Pumpkin Pie.

Autumn has arrived, bringing with it a plethora of beloved seasonal dishes. Tune in to Eating Rice this week as Caleb and Joel discuss their favorite gourds, noodles, and pies. They also take a trip down memory lane, sharing stories about the glory days of ramen and pondering why its popularity has declined. This episode was recorded in September 2023.

Episode 12 - Portugal Pt 1. Lisbon’s pastel de nata, cheap wine, and Carabineros prawns.

After a one-month hiatus, Caleb and Joel return from Portugal with tales of cheap wine and fantastic food. In the first of three episodes, they unpack the basics of Portuguese cuisine in Lisbon—chronicling classic dishes like Peri Peri chicken and grilled fish. 

Episode 11 - Breakfast burritos and the great debate of milk or cereal first.

In this breakfast-centric episode, Caleb and Joel debate all the hot-button topics surrounding the most important meal of the day. They discuss hot vs. cold, sweet vs. savory breakfast options, and even Joel's "special" way of eating Greek yogurt. Tune in to Eating Rice this week to discover where you stand on these age-old breakfast dilemmas.

Episode 10 - Cantonese Thanksgiving and Pho Pizza, the good and bad of fusion food.

In this savory episode of Eating Rice, hosts Caleb and Joel brainstorm the perfect Friendsgiving with Cantonese-inspired dishes. Joel tells us why Persian cuisine holds a special place in his heart. The episode concludes with a fiery discussion over fusion food—its moments of culinary brilliance and where it falters.

Episode 9 - Portrait of a Foodie (feat. Joel).

In this week's installment of "Portrait of a Foodie," prepare to embark on a heartfelt culinary journey with Joel. He recounts cooking experiences from Home Economics class in Hong Kong to a short but profound stint as a line chef at Catus Club. Join Eating Rice as we delve into Joel's deeply sentimental connection with food.
 

Episode 8 - Portrait of a Foodie (feat. Caleb).

In this mini-series, "Eating Rice," we explore the personal relationships with food held by podcast hosts Caleb and Joel. This week's episode examines Caleb's earliest food memories and the enduring role of food in his life. He also shares why steak and steamed fish are some of his favorite dishes to cook.
 
 

Episode 7 - Escapades in Vancouver. Boquerones, Bun Cha Ca Dac Biet, and pour overs.

Join Joel and Caleb in a heartwarming reunion episode as they meet in Vancouver after months apart. Together, they savor culinary delights, from Spanish tapas and Vietnamese noodles to an eye-opening coffee experience. Amidst the gluttony, they reflect on Vancouver's unique diversity and how it has not only shaped their tastes but also their friendship.

Episode 6 - Pies, pizzas and bay leaves. The hot takes no one asked for.

 
Discover the ultimate pie fruit and redefine breakfast norms in this Eating Rice episode. Caleb and Joe explore the complex dynamics of pie baking and the unexpected allure of New York-style pizza for breakfast.

Episode 5 - Potlucks and hotpots. Spoiler: Not everyone can cook.

The latest episode of Eating Rice is the spiciest yet. Caleb and Joel dissect why potlucks often fail, leading them to question if they should even exist at all. In a similar vein, Caleb questions the popularity of hotpot and tries to understand why people love it so much.

Episode 4 - Stinky tofu and rediscovering your ”Asian-ness” (feat. Jovian)

Eating Rice welcomes a special guest, Jovian, who joins the podcast to explore the role Taiwanese food has played in her and Caleb's lives. Tune in to their unique journeys discovering Taiwanese cuisine and hear about their favorite foods in this culinary tradition.