The VPR Table

The VPR Table: Freezer Tetris

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 17:55:00 -0400

On the last VPR Table, Marialisa Calta takes a look into what is often the final resting place of many foods; the freezer.

The VPR Table: Peak Coffee

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 17:55:55 -0400

The finest tasting coffee comes from Colombia, but changing climate is hampering crop yields.

The VPR Table: Church of the North Woods

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 17:55:00 -0500

On this week's VPR Table, we'll explore Vermont's rural sugaring tradition.

The VPR Table: The Gourmet Butcher

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 17:55:00 -0500

We'll take a look at an interesting and integral part of Sterling College's farm-to-table program.

The VPR Table: Wary of Dairy?

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 17:55:00 -0500

Rowan Jacobsen takes a closer look at our fear of fats when it comes to milk, cheese, and butter.

The VPR Table: Omega-3s

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 17:55:00 -0500

Rowan Jacobson reveals the not-so-secret sources of "nature's ultimate engine lubricant."

The VPR Table: Un-Valentine's Day Dinner

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 17:55:00 -0500

If you are trying to win your lovers heart, you might try red wine and a dinner dainty delicacies. But if you are trying to stop their heart, you might want to try Marialisa Calta's anti-Valentine's dinner.

The VPR Table: Mrs. Appleyard's Kitchen

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 17:55:00 -0500

Not your grandma's "church lady" cookbook -- Calais native Louise Andrews Kent revolutionized the rural cookbook with poetic prose as "Mrs. Appleyard".

VPR Table: Back To Vermont Roots

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 17:55:00 -0500

Vermonters get back to their roots ... and their tubers, and their hardy greens.

VPR Table: Pete's Greens

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 17:55:00 -0500

A fire demolished Pete's Greens barn on January 12th. Marialisa Calta returns to the VPR Table to reflect upon Pete's Greens contribution to the local food economy.

Yak to the Future

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 17:55:00 -0500

Rowan Jacobsen shares a concise history of the one and only Vermont Yak Co. and the advantages of farming Yaks in Vermont.

The Cure for the Common Pig

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 17:55:00 -0500

Are cured meats the natural progression of Vermont's agricultural evolution?

Vermont's Remarkable Food Culture

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 17:55:00 -0500

Praise to the innovative farmers, the passionate artisans, and the gastronomers that make Vermont's food economy uniquely robust.

Let’s Toast: Vermont Wine!

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 17:55:00 -0500

Welcome, James Beard Award-winning author, Rowan Jacobsen to the VPR Table and say "Cheers" to Vermont wine.

Eat Tweet: Foodies on Twitter

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 17:55:00 -0500

Tech savvy foodies can share their favorite ingredients and recipes on Twitter. "Follow" Marialisa Calta as she decodes "Eat Tweet," on The VPR Table Friday afternoon and Saturday morning.

Popcorn: Mythical & Magical Maize

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 17:55:00 -0500

Marialisa Calta shares the ancient history and a localvore love of popcorn.

Leftovers: Thanksgiving's Legacy

Fri, 26 Nov 2010 17:55:00 -0500

A gourmet croquette, a light soup, or a Chef's take on the ol' hot turkey sandwich? Food author, Marialisa Calta offers some ideas for what's left in the wake of Thanksgiving. What's your recipe strategy when your fridge is full of leftovers?

Potlucks: A Veritable Smorgasbord

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 17:55:00 -0500

"Vermont may have more cooperative spirit than any other state in the country" Marialisa Calta tells us how to bring it to the table, tune in Friday at 5:55pm and Saturday at 8:55am for potluck tips.

Meatloaf: America's Comfort Food

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 17:55:00 -0500

For this first edition of The VPR Table on VPR, Marialisa Calta offers a history lesson on meatloaf - it all started in the 5th century with peacocks! She shares her advice on making marvelous meatloaf - and recipes!