Radio Cherry Bombe

The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network

Radio Cherry Bombe features interviews with the most interesting people in the worlds of food, drink, and hospitality. Each week, host Kerry Diamond—the founder and editor of Cherry Bombe Magazine—talks to the chefs, bakers, creatives, and entrepreneurs making it happen. Follow @cherrybombe on Instagram for show news and more, and visit cherrybombe.substack.com for an inside look into the episode, recipes from the guest, and so much more.

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April 29 · 52 min
Ghia Founder Mélanie Masarin On Her Debut Cookbook “Riviera”
For episode two of “The New Home,” our miniseries in partnership with Fisher & Paykel, we’re spotlighting Mélanie Masarin. Founder of the nonalcoholic apéritif brand Ghia and author of the new cookbook “Riviera: Recipes from the Coast of France and Italy,” Mélanie is known for her distinct point of view—whether she’s building a category-defining beverage brand or creating a cookbook inspired by her French and Italian roots. She joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about the inspiration behind “Riv
April 27 · 48 min
Donna Hay, The Australian Food Media Icon, Shares Her Origin Story
We have a special mini series debuting today in partnership with Fisher & Paykel called “The New Home.” Over the next few weeks, host Kerry Diamond will be in conversation with some amazing women about their lives, their kitchens, and their inspiring careers. We’re starting with an icon who has influenced Cherry Bombe with her food styling, photography, and wholehearted approach to home cooking. It’s Donna Hay, the culinary legend from Australia. Donna shares how eating crepes in Paris was an
April 22 · 54 min
Sabrina Rudin Of Spring Cafe Aspen On Eating Healthy, Making Music & Turning 40
Today’s guest is Sabrina Rudin, founder of Spring Cafe Aspen, the organic, plant-powered restaurant with locations in Aspen and New York City. She’s also the author of the new cookbook “Healthy with a Side of Happy: 100 Plant-Based Recipes to Feed Your Family.” Sabrina joins host Kerry Diamond on her 40th birthday to talk about launching Spring Cafe with no restaurant experience, bootstrapping the business, and bringing her healthy, feel-good food to a wider audience. They also discuss her debu
April 20 · 45 min
Losophē’s Aisha Tyler On Margaritamaxxing, Hollywood & The Entrepreneur Life
Today’s guest is Aisha Tyler—actor, director, comedian, podcast host, and now beverage entrepreneur. You might know Aisha from “Criminal Minds: Evolution” or “Friends,” but these days she’s also the founder of losophē, a line of organic, ready-to-drink cocktails designed to bring the bar experience home. Aisha joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about her wildly multi-hyphenate career and why she’s always chasing the next challenge. She shares how her love of hospitality—and frustration with lackl
April 15 · 36 min
Asma Khan Live At Jubilee NYC 2025
Today’s episode is a special live recording from Jubilee 2025 in New York City, featuring Asma Khan, chef, restaurateur, author, and one of the most powerful voices in food today. Asma is the chef-owner of London’s Darjeeling Express, the author of “Monsoon: Delicious Indian Recipes for Every Day and Season,” “Chef’s Table” star, and a fierce advocate for women everywhere. Asma joins host Kerry Diamond on stage for a deeply moving conversation about resilience, purpose, and the power of communi
April 13 · 47 min
Lucie Franc de Ferriere On Buttercream Secrets & Her Debut Baking Book
Today’s guest is Lucie Franc de Ferriere, the self-taught baker and founder of From Lucie, the popular East Village bakery known for its mini cakes, chocolate chip cookies, and French-inflected charm. Lucie is also the author of the new cookbook “Cake From Lucie: Recipes and Techniques From the French Countryside to New York City.” Lucie and host Kerry Diamond discuss how the book blends her upbringing in southwest France with her life in New York, the importance of working with a creative team
April 6 · 42 min
Donna Lennard Of il Buco Restaurant On 90s Nostalgia, Thoughtful Expansion, And Hard-Earned Success
Today’s guest is Donna Lennard, the founder of il Buco and one of the defining figures of downtown New York dining. Since opening il Buco in 1994, Donna has slowly and thoughtfully built a hospitality group founded on passion, great ingredients, and welcoming vibes. The business includes il Buco Alimentari in NYC, il Buco outposts in Amagansett and Ibiza, il Buco Vita shops, and a line of il Buco pantry staples. She joins host Kerry Diamond to share the story of how il Buco came to be, and the
March 30 · 53 min
How Molly Irani Of Chai Pani Took A Leap Of Faith That Changed Her Life
Today’s guest is Molly Irani, co-founder and chief culture officer of the award-winning Chai Pani Restaurant Group in Asheville, North Carolina, and author of the new book, “Service Ready: A Story of Love, Restaurants, and the Power of Hospitality.” Back in 2009, Molly and her husband, Meherwan, were facing an uncertain future during the financial crisis when he proposed something unexpected: opening an Indian street food restaurant. Molly was shocked, but, ever the optimist, she ultimately said
March 25 · 47 min
The Tuscan Life With Cookbook Author Amber Guinness
Today’s guest is Amber Guinness—cookbook author and co-founder of The Arniano Painting School. Amber grew up in the Tuscan countryside, where food was a way of life and meals were all about gathering, generosity, and instinct. Amber joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about her latest book, “Winter in Tuscany: Cozy Recipes and the Quanto Basta Way,” and the philosophy that guides her cooking: quanto basta, or “as much as you need.” It’s a beautifully simple idea that encourages cooks to trust the
March 23 · 42 min
Ham El-Waylly Wants To Cook With Ms. Rachel And Lady Gaga
Today’s guest is Ham El-Waylly—chef, recipe developer, restaurateur, and author of the new cookbook “Hello, Home Cooking: Doable Dishes for Every Day.” Ham is also the co-founder of the Brooklyn restaurant Strange Delight and part of an NYC culinary power couple with his wife, Sohla El-Waylly. Ham joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about growing up in Doha, watching “Yan Can Cook” on repeat, meeting Sohla at the Culinary Institute of America, being a girl dad, and his restaurant life. He also sha
March 18 · 47 min
The Coolest Lady In Food, Ruthie Rogers Of The River Cafe In London
Today’s guest is Ruthie Rogers, the legendary chef and restaurateur behind The River Cafe in London, and she joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about her latest book, “Table 4 at The River Cafe.” Inspired by her popular podcast, “Ruthie’s Table 4,” the book features conversations with the likes of Nigella Lawson, Tina Fey, Greta Gerwig, Alice Waters, Tracey Emin, and dozens of other forces from the worlds of art, music, film, and food. Ruthie shares the story of how The River Cafe began as a hum
March 16 · 1 hr 7 min
Life, Love & How To Peel Garlic With Goodstory’s Lydia Keating And Hot Side’s Max Baroni
Today’s guests are Lydia Keating and Max Baroni—content creators whose worlds span storytelling, cooking, and social media. Lydia is the founder of the Goodstory run club and is known for her thoughtful approach to online life and community-building. Max is a chef and author of the Hot Side Substack, where he shares approachable recipes and kitchen know-how. Lydia and Max join host Kerry Diamond to share the story of how they met (during Lydia’s not-so-successful tryout at the Michelin-starred
March 11 · 46 min
Ballymaloe House Pastry Chef JR Ryall Wants Everybody To Be Happy
Today’s guest is JR Ryall, head pastry chef of the legendary Ballymaloe House in County Cork, Ireland. JR has been part of the Ballymaloe family since he was a teenager and has spent more than two decades helping carry forward the restaurant’s extraordinary culinary legacy. He’s also the author of the beautiful cookbook, “Ballymaloe Desserts: Iconic Recipes and Stories from Ireland.” JR joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about his favorite legendary women, including Diana Kennedy and Myrtle Allen
March 9 · 56 min
Our Favorite Spice Girl, Sana Javeri Kadri Of Diaspora Spice Co., Is Now A Cookbook Author
Today’s guest is Sana Javeri Kadri, the founder of Diaspora Spice Co. and author of The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook. Sana and her team spent six years working on the book, and she joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about the care that went into collecting 85 recipes from Diaspora Co.’s farm partners over the course of a four-month tour, and translating them into home cook-friendly versions. The result is a beautiful book that pays tribute to the farmers and the spices for which Diaspora is known a
March 4 · 54 min
Britton Smith Of Britton & The Sting On Making Music And Making A Difference
Today’s guest is Britton Smith—Broadway actor, Tony Award winner, activist, and frontman of the band Britton & The Sting. Britton is a founding member of the Broadway Advocacy Coalition, the arts-and-activism organization that received a Special Tony Award in 2020. Onstage, he’s appeared in shows like “Shuffle Along,” “After Midnight,” and “Be More Chill.” Offstage, he’s building something entirely his own. Britton joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about growing up in Texas, moving to New York a
March 2 · 43 min
Padma Lakshmi On Her New Show, “America’s Culinary Cup”
Today’s guest is Padma Lakshmi—TV host, executive producer, bestselling cookbook author, and longtime friend of Cherry Bombe. Padma has a brand new show debuting Wednesday on CBS—“America’s Culinary Cup.” Not only is she the host, but she’s also the creator and executive producer of what she hopes will become America’s most prestigious culinary competition. One talented chef contestant will not only take home bragging rights, but a $1 million prize and a gleaming gold trophy. Padma joins host K
February 23 · 54 min
Cookbook Author Ella Quittner Is “Obsessed With The Best”
Today’s guest is Ella Quittner, journalist, mom-to-be, and the author of the wildly inventive cookbook “Obsessed With the Best: 100+ Methodically Perfected Recipes Based on 20+ Head-to-Head Tests.” Ella is known for her rigorous (some might say obsessive) recipe testing and her sharp, funny writing, which has appeared everywhere from The New York Times and New York Magazine to Food52, where her “absolute best” tests first gained a cult following. Ella joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about leav
February 16 · 36 min
From The Archives: Ina Garten On Her Memoir, Jeffrey, The Barefoot Contessa Days, And Childless Cat Ladies
Today, we’re re-airing one of our favorite Radio Cherry Bombe episodes. Ina Garten joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about her memoir, “Be Ready When The Luck Happens.” Ina shares what she learned about herself while writing the memoir, why she included stories about her unhappy childhood, overcoming hardships with her husband Jeffrey, and their decision not to have children. She also talks about her “leap before you look” philosophy, how Oprah Winfrey inspired the title of the book, the early Ba
February 9 · 49 min
Alyse Whitney Of “Big Dip Energy” On Joy & Body Positivity
Today’s guest is Alyse Whitney, the author of “Big Dip Energy,” a celebration of dips for parties, dinner, dessert, and everyday life, and a host and judge on food TV shows including “Easy-Bake Battle,” “Pressure Cooker,” and “Chopped.” Alyse joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about her path from entertainment journalism to food media and how her love of hosting and feeding people became the foundation for her career. They also discovered on air that they both went to the State University of New
February 2 · 45 min
Nyesha Arrington Of “Next Level Chef” On How To Level Up Your Life
Today’s guest is Nyesha Arrington, one of the stars and judges of Fox’s hit competition series “Next Level Chef.” Nyesha is one of the most inspiring chefs in the culinary world today—known not only for her talent and leadership, but also for her commitment to wellness, longevity, and changing the way chefs think about mental and physical health. Season 5 of “Next Level Chef” just kicked off, and if you haven’t seen the show’s iconic three-level set (yes, it’s real, not AI), you’re in for a trea

Radio Cherry Bombe

Ghia Founder Mélanie Masarin On Her Debut Cookbook “Riviera”

Donna Hay, The Australian Food Media Icon, Shares Her Origin Story

Sabrina Rudin Of Spring Cafe Aspen On Eating Healthy, Making Music & Turning 40

Losophē’s Aisha Tyler On Margaritamaxxing, Hollywood & The Entrepreneur Life

Asma Khan Live At Jubilee NYC 2025

Lucie Franc de Ferriere On Buttercream Secrets & Her Debut Baking Book

Donna Lennard Of il Buco Restaurant On 90s Nostalgia, Thoughtful Expansion, And Hard-Earned Success

How Molly Irani Of Chai Pani Took A Leap Of Faith That Changed Her Life

The Tuscan Life With Cookbook Author Amber Guinness

Ham El-Waylly Wants To Cook With Ms. Rachel And Lady Gaga

The Coolest Lady In Food, Ruthie Rogers Of The River Cafe In London

Life, Love & How To Peel Garlic With Goodstory’s Lydia Keating And Hot Side’s Max Baroni

Ballymaloe House Pastry Chef JR Ryall Wants Everybody To Be Happy

Our Favorite Spice Girl, Sana Javeri Kadri Of Diaspora Spice Co., Is Now A Cookbook Author

Britton Smith Of Britton & The Sting On Making Music And Making A Difference

Padma Lakshmi On Her New Show, “America’s Culinary Cup”

Cookbook Author Ella Quittner Is “Obsessed With The Best”

From The Archives: Ina Garten On Her Memoir, Jeffrey, The Barefoot Contessa Days, And Childless Cat Ladies

Alyse Whitney Of “Big Dip Energy” On Joy & Body Positivity

Nyesha Arrington Of “Next Level Chef” On How To Level Up Your Life