This week on Cooking Issues Dave and Nastassia dish out a heaping helping of culinary assistance via the telephone as they field calls from friends and strangers alike. Tune in to hear suggestions for tackling the immense (in choice, not difficulty!) undertaking of cooking Indian cuisine, listen to the science behind and practical solution to keeping basil and other greens bright and fresh when chopping or slicing them, and of course don't miss an opportunity to hear Nastassia's astrological sign. This episode was sponsored by Whole Foods.

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Helen Hollyman serves up some more New Orleans flavor on this episode of U Look Hungry. This week, Helen interviews bartender Ali Mills of the notorious Dash & Pony cocktail party. Dash and Pony is pop-up speakeasy that rules the night in New Orleans, if you happen to be in the know. Hear about Ali's beginnings as a bartender, and why she decided to start Dash & Pony. Hear about the cocktails that Ali creates for the Dash & Pony parties, as well as some of the home-brewed beer that is served. Helen and Ali also talk about the resurgence of art and culture in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina and the oil spill. Hear about the history of some famous New Orleans cocktails such at The Ramos Gin Fizz, as well Ali's preferred hangover cures. This episode has been brought to you by Tekserve.

"I started at a wine bar, and they had a very small and esoteric liquor, and I found that I was the only person who would nerd out over the labels. I decided that it was a fun world..." -- Ali Mills on U Look Hungry

This week on Meet Your Maker, Larry Wellington Cauldwell III, also known as the food porn star, storms into the studio in his SnugWow to talk about Zima-based drinks, food movies, and poetry. Rachel Wharton and John Taggart sit down with Larry and listen to one of his Zima cocktail recipes how-to guides! Larry speaks to his love of Snuggies, malt liquor, and chocolate. Later, Larry's alter-ego, Charles Grantham - actor and food blogger. Tune in to hear Charles, Rachel, and John to talk about reviewing restaurant bathrooms and mixology. Hear more about the idea of "food porn", and hear the crew discuss whether or not Larry Wellington Cauldwell III is eligible for a James Beard Award. This episode has been sponsored by S. Wallace Edwards & Sons.

"Larry and I would love to go the James Beard Awards... mostly so we could go to the awards in a SnugWow." [26:10] -- Charles Grantham on Meet Your Maker