Taste Matters
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First Aired - 05/03/2012 06:30PM
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On this episode of U Look Hungry, our hostess Helen Hollyman is joined by Sam Richman of the new Mexican restaurant Gran Electrica located in DUMBO, Brooklyn. Tune in to hear Sam talk about his recent trip to Mexico, and what he learned about Mexican cuisine during his travels. Hear about Sam's love of masa-based foods- fresh tortillas, gorditas, and more! There are so many delicious, savory dishes on the menu at Gran Electrica; listen as Sam talks about the upcoming Cinco de Mayo menu. What are some of the best Mexican cookbooks? Tune in to this episode of U Look Hungry to find out! This episode has been brought to you by Fairway Market.
"What's cool to me about Mexico is its link to the past. It's interesting to see places that don't have a direct connection to the Western world."
-- Sam Richman on U Look Hungry
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Masa and Mole (15:08)
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New York City, Gran Electrica, DUMBO, Colony, Brooklyn Heights, The Fat Duck, Sam Richman, Mexican cuisine, foodie, economic consultant, dishwasher, Mexico, Mexico City, Puebla, mole, masa, Nicos Mexican Restaurant, heirloom corn, corn tortillas, mill, Texas, Oaxaca, Dave Arnold, aromas, corn, salsa, taco, mole verde, sauce, ribs, ceviche, lime juice, cookbook, Diana Kennedy, Rick Bayless,What's on the Menu? (14:25)
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Mexican cookbooks, gordita, fat, dough, anteojos, watercress, frittata, cilantro, dried chilies, Rancho Gordo, chipotles, Tortilleria Nixtamal, Maseca, Cayuga Pure Organics, monoculture, starch, cinco de mayo, garden, Brooklyn Bridge, carnitas, lengua, brisket, mariscos, Tecate, horchata, cocktails, mezcal, Dinners at 525, ingredients, beef, chicken, potatoes, fava beans, fava bean tostadas, tomato, tomatillo, soup,To comment on this episode click here. There are currently Comments
