Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Television

Food Series / 6 Seasons

The editors of Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Magazine search the world over for techniques and ingredients that can transform your home cooking, producing bigger, bolder dishes with less time and effort.

26m 46s / TV-G

Mexico City Favorites

S5 E501 / 26m 46s / TV-G

Christopher Kimball travels to Mexico City to learn favorite dinner recipes from cooking school instructor Esmeralda Brinn and chef Adriana Luna. Back in the kitchen, Chris prepares a Chicken, Salsa Verde and Tortilla Casserole (Pastel Azteca). Then, Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark makes Pork in Veracruz Sauce (Puntas a la Veracruzana), a skillet dish featuring a tomato, olive and caper sauce.

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Middle Eastern Meets London

S5 E502 / 26m 46s / TV-G

Inspired by London’s Middle Eastern restaurant scene, Christopher Kimball and Milk Street cooks make Jerusalem-Style Mixed Grill Chicken with tahini sauce and pickled onions, and a whole roasted Cauliflower with Spiced Tahini and Garlic-Chili Oil. Finally, Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges bakes a rustic Almond-Coconut Cake with Cherries and Pistachios.

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Tuesday Night Bologna

S5 E503 / 26m 46s / TV-G

In this episode, Christopher Kimball heads to Bologna, Italy, to learn a simple weeknight menu. First, a sumptuous Italian Flourless Chocolate Torta based on the closely guarded secret recipe known as torta Barozzi. Then, Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark prepares a simple pasta dish, Spaghetti Aglio e Olio with Tomatoes and Basil, and Chris makes creamy and rustic Italian Bean Soup with Fresh Pasta.

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Portuguese Classics

S5 E504 / 26m 46s / TV-G

Explore the cooking of Portugal with an airy egg cake, a hearty braise and a fragrant soup. Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges bakes a Portuguese Sponge Cake, then Christopher Kimball cooks Madeiran Pork with Wine and Garlic (Carne Vinha d’Alhos). Finally, Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay prepares Garlic and Cilantro Soup with Chickpeas (Açorda Alentejana), thickened with toasted bread.

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Israel New And Old

S5 E505 / 26m 46s / TV-G

Christopher Kimball travels to the Galilee Valley to make a kafta traybake with Reem Kassis, author of “The Palestinian Table”; and to Tel Aviv for classic and unconventional hummus at Shlomo & Doron. Back in the kitchen, Chris makes Lebanese Baked Kafta, followed by Hummus with Chipotle Black Beans and Tomato Salsa. Finally, Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark bakes Yeasted Flatbreads with Za’atar Oil.

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Milk Street Vegetarian

S5 E506 / 26m 46s / TV-G

Explore ways that vegetables can become the star of the plate. First, Milk Street cooks make Cauliflower Steaks with Pickled Peppers, Capers and Parmesan for a satisfying main dish, and assembles Mexican-inspired Mushroom and Cheese Quesadillas. Finally, Milk Street Cook Rayna Jhaveri makes Panzanella with Fresh Mozzarella featuring perfectly seasoned tomatoes and bright, quick-pickled onions.

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The Secrets of Amalfi

S5 E507 / 26m 46s / TV-G

In this episode, we learn three recipes inspired by the sweet, softball-sized lemons abundant along the Amalfi coast of Italy. First, Christopher Kimball cooks Spaghetti with Lemon Pesto. Then, Milk Street cooks make Lemon and Shrimp Risotto with Fresh Basil, finished with an egg yolk and cream; and bake a moist and tangy Amalfi-Style Lemon Cake thanks to a lemon simple syrup.

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Cheryl Day Bakes Cakes!

S5 E508 / 26m 46s / TV-G

Christopher Kimball visits Cheryl Day at Back in the Day Bakery in Savannah, Georgia, to learn treasured recipes from her repertoire of southern baking. Sweet Potato Cupcakes with Cream Cheese-Caramel Frosting; Glazed Sour Cream and Brown Sugar Bundt Cake, inspired by old-fashioned butterscotch candies; and a grand, show-stopping Chocolate-on-Chocolate Three-Layer Cake.

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Taste of Vietnam

S5 E509 / 26m 46s / TV-G

Home cooking in Ho Chi Minh City inspires bold but simple Vietnamese dishes. First, Christopher Kimball makes Vietnamese Beef Stew with Star Anise and Lemon Grass, which combines local ingredients with French culinary technique. Then, Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay prepares aromatic Vietnamese Braised Lemon Grass Chicken.

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Everyday Venice

S5 E510 / 26m 46s / TV-G

Learn from the tradition of Venice’s cucina povera to prepare rustic yet vibrant dishes. Venetian Rice and Peas (Risi e Bisi), using a bright green vegetable broth as its secret ingredient; Polenta with Shrimp and Tomatoes; and Venetian Cornmeal and Currant Cookies studded with liqueur-soaked fruit.

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The Turkish Kitchen

S5 E511 / 26m 46s / TV-G

Christopher Kimball visits Ana Sortun at her restaurant Oleana to learn a recipe for Turkish stuffed flatbreads. Back in the kitchen, he prepares Spinach and Cheese Gözleme by folding Yufka flatbreads around a savory, three-cheese filling. Then, Milk Street cooks make Turkish Tomato and Onion Salad with Olive Oil and Pomegranate Molasses and Rib-Eye Steaks with Rosemary and Pomegranate Molasses.

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Milk Street Chocolate Cakes

S5 E512 / 26m 46s / TV-G

Two types of chocolate cakes are featured, from a special-occasion dessert and to a quick one-bowl affair. First, Christopher Kimball and Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges make Chocolate-Hazelnut Cream Cake with a whipped ganache filling. Then, Milk Street Cook Rayna Jhaveri bakes a gooey-centered Swedish “Sticky” Chocolate Cake, topped with a Flavored Whipped Cream.

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Summer Kitchens

S5 E513 / 26m 46s / TV-G

Chef Olia Hercules demonstrates two recipes inspired by the cooking traditions of Ukraine’s summer kitchens. First, she makes Chicken Roasted with Garlic-Herb Crème Fraîche. Then, she bakes Ricotta-Semolina Cake with Caramelized Apples, a cake-cheesecake hybrid topped with a layer of silky, buttery, golden-hued apple.

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The New NY Cheesecake!

S5 E514 / 26m 46s / TV-G

A fresh look at dessert, from a new take on cheesecake to a versatile loaf cake. First, a show-stopping Chèvre Cheesecake with Black Pepper-Graham Crust, using a recipe from Angie Mar at New York’s Beatrice Inn. Then, a Yogurt Loaf Cake with Coriander and Orange, demonstrating how citrus zest and toasted spices can add complexity to a simple cake.

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Udon Noodles at Home

S5 E515 / 26m 46s / TV-G

Christopher Kimball visits Japanese cooking instructor Sonoko Sakai at her home to make udon noodles. The secret: Stomping on the dough to knead it! Then, we learn how to make Homemade Udon Noodles as well as two preparations: Udon Noodles in Soy Broth and Udon Noodles with Spicy Meat and Mushroom Sauce

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A Taste of Crete

S5 E516 / 26m 46s / TV-G

Christopher Kimball travels to Crete to cook with chef Marianna Leivaditaki and heads out to sea with her father, a small-boat fisherman. Back in the kitchen, the flavors of the Mediterranean are highlighted with Braised Beef with Dried Figs and Quick-Pickled Cabbage. Then, Shrimp, Orzo and Zucchini with Ouzo and Mint, cooked like risotto with a fragrant shrimp broth.

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Schnitzel and Mashed!

S5 E517 / 26m 46s / TV-G

A complete menu for a satisfying dinner of crispy schnitzel and two sides. First, demonstrating how to achieve the signature, undulating crust of German Pork Schnitzel. Then, accompaniments Croatian Mashed Potatoes flavored with paprika and caramelized onions and creamy German Cucumber-Dill Salad (Gurkensalat).

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Cooking of Ukraine

S5 E518 / 26m 46s / TV-G

Chef Olia Hercules to share recipes to Ukranian classics. First, she makes her family’s rendition of the historically significant dish Borsch with Duck and Prunes. Then, she makes Slow Roasted Pork with Sauerkraut, Apples and Dried Fruit, an impressive, succulent roast with a savory-sweet twist.

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La Cocina de Puerto Vallarta

S5 E519 / 26m 46s / TV-G

Christopher Kimball visits Paola Briseño González and Javier Cabral to learn about the flavors of Jalisco, Mexico. Back in the kitchen, Milk Street cooks prepare Colima-Style Shredded Braised Pork accentuated by coconut vinegar and a rustic Banana Custard Pie with Caramelized Sugar. Next, a rich and nutty Salsa Macha Costeña condiment, followed by Carne en su Jugo, featuring short ribs and beans.

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The Art of Japanese Cooking

S5 E520 / 26m 46s / TV-G

Christopher Kimball visits Japanese cooking instructor Sonoko Sakai to learn some of her favorite dishes to make at home. First, it’s Japanese-Style Chicken and Vegetable Curry, taking inspiration from Sonoko’s homemade curry powder blend. Then, Japanese Milk Bread with a fluffy, slightly sweet and fine-textured loaf. Finally, a quick, refreshing side of Daikon-Carrot Salad with Sesame and Lemon.

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