Beloved cookbook author Mark Bittman reveals how curiosity and a love of food fueled his unlikely career — and shares secrets to perfect potato nik.

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Diplomat, producer, and author Nicole Avant talks grief, food, and growing up in her late mother's art- and celebrity-filled kitchen.

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Bestselling author Kristin Hannah traces her writing journey to her mother's influence and her father's unconventional wanderlust.

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Comedian and "Sure, I'll Join Your Cult" author Maria Bamford opens up about mental health, cooking with confidence, and the art of the apology.

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Bestselling author and beloved kidlit icon Judy Blume reveals her mother's recipe box and her own anxiety dreams about cooking.

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