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Chewed UP

by ALL CHEWED UP LLC · English · Arts & Books

CHEWED UP isn't just another food show. It's a full-contact kitchen reunion. Clinton Kelly, Carla Hall, and Michael Symon are back together stirring up unapologetic opinions, kitchen chaos, and comfort food that hits right in the feels. Think part cooking show, part lifestyle therapy session, with a

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 36 min
Latest: 14 Oct 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

14 Oct 2026 · 35 minNew

Spill the Beans! Coffee, Confessions & Carla Hall's Coffee Cake

Watch as Carla Hall makes a show-stopping cinnamon coffee cake while Clinton Kelly and Michael Symon share their biggest rants—from left-lane driving etiquette to cyclist behavior. Clinton Kelly, Carla Hall, and Michael Symon are back in the kitchen on Chewed Up, celebrating everything coffee. Carla walks through her buttery coffee cake recipe with a sweet crumb topping and vanilla glaze, while the hosts discuss their coffee rituals and play a confession game called "Spill the Beans." Between takes, they dive into passionate rants about road rage, pedestrian awareness, and more, plus share…

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S4 · E435 · 12 Oct 2026 · 43 min
Oatmeal Cookie Sandwiches: A Forgotten Favorite
Carla Hall recreates her grandmother's beloved oatmeal cookie sandwich with cream cheese buttercream filling—a forgotten favorite that tastes like a gourmet homemade version of those iconic childhood snacks. On this episode of Chewed Up Show, hosts Michael Symon and Carla Hall explore nostalgic food without Clinton Kelly, who's under the weather. They discuss the science of baking the perfect cookie—crispy exterior, chewy interior—and why using salted butter and brown sugar makes all the difference. From Little Debbie memories to unexpected flavor pairings, Michael and Carla chat about how…
S4 · E432 · 30 Sep 2026 · 39 min
Beyond the PB&J: Peanut Butter Taste Test + Easy Recipes
Watch as Clinton Kelly, Carla Hall, and Michael Symon conduct the ultimate peanut butter showdown, tasting six popular brands blind to discover which reigns supreme. But that's not all—they reveal two game-changing peanut butter recipes that will transform your snack game: a vibrant spicy peanut sauce perfect for noodles, grilled chicken, or veggies, and decadent chocolate peanut butter-stuffed dates with flaked sea salt that taste like a gourmet Snickers bar. Clinton, Carla, and Michael are the hosts of Chewed Up Show, bringing their signature humor and culinary expertise to explore…
S4 · E431 · 28 Sep 2026 · 36 min
Michael Symon's Bratwurst Boot Camp
Michael Symon reveals the secret to perfect bratwurst every single time—and it's not what you think. In this episode of Michael's 101, the hosts discover why poaching before grilling is the game-changer for juicy, perfectly cooked sausages that never split. Michael Symon joins Clinton Kelly and Carla Hall to break down bratwurst and Eastern European sausage techniques. Learn the two-step cooking method (poaching in beer, stock, or sauerkraut, then finishing on the grill), why this prevents dry, mealy results, and how to build flavor with different poaching liquids. Plus, Michael settles the…
S4 · E430 · 23 Sep 2026 · 34 min
Jacques Torres Makes Flourless Chocolate Pecan Cookies
Jacques Torres, the legendary pastry chef known as Mr. Chocolate, joins the Chewed Up Show to teach us his game-changing Chocolate Pecan Flourless Cookies—crispy outside, fudgy inside, and completely gluten-free. Clinton Kelly, Carla Hall, and Michael Symon celebrate cookie season with Torres, one of the greatest pastry chefs ever to work at Le Cirque. In this episode, you'll learn how to make cookies with no flour and no added butter, using only quality ingredients and proper technique. Torres shares his 52 years of experience in pastry and chocolate, explains why dark chocolate is…
S4 · E429 · 21 Sep 2026 · 35 min
Think You Hate Anchovies? Michael Symon Can Change That
Michael Symon proves that anchovies aren't the ingredient everyone thinks they hate—they've been eating them in Caesar dressing the whole time! On this episode of Chewed Up Show, Clinton Kelly, Carla Hall, and Michael Symon prepare a stunning but simple appetizer: Stuffed Celery with Anchovies and Mascarpone. Inspired by the legendary Zuni Cafe in San Francisco and childhood memories of celery boats, this recipe combines creamy mascarpone, green olives, fresh lemon, and high-quality imported anchovies for a dish that's guaranteed to impress. Michael shares his chef's philosophy on ingredient…
S4 · E428 · 16 Sep 2026 · 42 min
Back-to-School Lasagna Vibes in Half the Time
When school nights get hectic, getting dinner on the table fast is everything. Cookbook author Caroline Chambers joins Michael Symon and Carla Hall to share her Lasagna-Vibes Turkey Zucchini Skillet—a one-pan dinner that delivers all the flavors of lasagna without the layering and extra work. Caroline Chambers is a New York Times bestselling cookbook author whose latest book, "What to Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking: Make It Fast," offers practical solutions for busy families. She shares her signature approach to deconstructing recipes, using ingredient swaps, and leveraging…
S4 · E427 · 14 Sep 2026 · 40 min
Three-Layer Rice Krispie Treats: Chocolate, Vanilla & Strawberry
Carla Hall transforms classic Rice Krispie treats into an elegant three-layer Neapolitan dessert that's perfect for back-to-school bake sales. With brown butter, malted milk powder, and dehydrated strawberry dust, these treats prove that simple recipes deserve sophisticated flavors. Clinton Kelly, Carla Hall, and Michael Symon reunite on the Chewed Up Show to celebrate the back-to-school season. The hosts share stories from their school days—from test anxiety to detention slips—while Carla demonstrates how to elevate a childhood favorite into a show-stopping dessert. They also play a…
S4 · E426 · 9 Sep 2026 · 35 min
Michael Symon's Tailgate Tacos Recipe
Get ready for football season the right way! Michael Symon shows Clinton Kelly and Carla Hall how to make walking tacos with chipotle beef chili—a delicious Midwestern tailgate staple that's way easier to make than you'd think. On this episode of Chewed Up, the hosts celebrate football season with a handheld crowd-pleaser. Michael walks us through browning seasoned ground beef, building a spiced chili with chipotle, ancho, cumin, coriander, and clove, then loading it into bags of Cool Ranch or Nacho Cheese Doritos. Plus, Michael shares hilarious stories from Cleveland Browns games, including…
S4 · E425 · 7 Sep 2026 · 40 min
Clams, Corn & Chicken: The Perfect Labor Day Dish
Watch as Michael Symon brings Cleveland clambake tradition to the grill with perfectly seared chicken thighs, briny clams, and sweet corn—a dish that tastes like the end of summer in the best way possible. This Labor Day episode features hosts Clinton Kelly and Carla Hall celebrating the season's best produce with Michael Symon, who shares the story behind this unexpected flavor combination. Learn why Cleveland became the clambake capital of America, how to select and cook fresh clams, and why seasonal eating truly matters. The hosts also swap summer memories and answer fan mail about…
S4 · E424 · 2 Sep 2026 · 34 min
The Crispy Summer Veggie We Can't Stop Eating.
Today on Chewed Up , Michael Symon and Carla Hall welcome Christina Miros back to the kitchen to squeeze in one last taste of summer with her Greek-inspired feta-stuffed squash blossoms. Instead of the traditional ricotta filling, Christina puts a Greek spin on them with feta, mozzarella, fresh dill, mint, pickled cherry peppers, and lemon zest, then fries them in an incredibly light tempura batter and finishes them with lemon and a drizzle of honey. As Christina cooks, she breaks down the tricks to making great tempura at home: keeping your liquids ice cold, using vodka and club soda for a…
S4 · E423 · 31 Aug 2026 · 36 min
Which Frozen Pizza Actually Tastes Like the Real Thing? Round 2
Today on Chewed Up , Michael Symon, Carla Hall, and Clinton Kelly are back for a second frozen pizza taste test, putting six frozen pizzas to the test to find out which ones are actually worth keeping in your freezer. They compare crust, chew, sauce, cheese, pepperoni, fresh versus dried herbs, and whether any of them can come close to the kind of pizza they actually want to eat. As they work through the lineup, some pizzas are too doughy, too sweet, under-seasoned, or overloaded with dried herbs, while others surprise them with a crisp, properly blistered crust and fresh mozzarella. By the…
S4 · E422 · 26 Aug 2026 · 36 min
The Peach Galette You Didn't Know Needed Curry
Today on Chewed Up , Michael Symon and Carla Hall are exploring unexpected flavor combinations that sound unusual at first - and then somehow make perfect sense. Carla puts that idea into practice with a peach galette made with a savory curry crust, ripe peaches, brown sugar, ginger, cinnamon, lemon, almond, and a little jam to boost the fruit when it needs extra sweetness. As she builds the galette, Carla and Michael break down why recipes should be treated as guides instead of rigid rules, how to adjust fruit depending on sweetness and acidity, and how one solid dough technique can be…
S4 · E421 · 24 Aug 2026 · 45 min
The Only Rib Recipe You'll Ever Need
Today on Chewed Up , Michael Symon and Carla Hall are joined by legendary pitmaster Myron Mixon for a full masterclass in championship-worthy ribs. Myron breaks down the process from start to finish using ingredients you can actually find at the grocery store, proving that great barbecue doesn't have to be complicated - or require a competition rig in your backyard. He shares the small techniques that make a huge difference: removing the membrane, trimming St. Louis ribs properly, injecting between the bones, using a neutral oil to hold the rub, tightening the rack before it cooks, spritzing…
S4 · E420 · 19 Aug 2026 · 35 min
We Tried the Viral Jalapeño Popper Stuffed Bagel
Today on Chewed Up , Michael Symon, Carla Hall, and Clinton Kelly put breakfast to the test with a chaotic bagel episode that starts with a viral recipe and quickly goes completely off the rails. Clinton attempts jalapeño popper stuffed bagels filled with cream cheese, cheddar, bacon, jalapeños, and garlic powder, then topped with butter, more cheese, and pickled jalapeños. The concept is simple. Following the instructions is another story. Once the bagels make it into the oven, the trio turns to a blind tasting of frozen and supermarket bagels to see which ones come closest to the chew,…
S4 · E419 · 17 Aug 2026 · 46 min
Blind Tomato Sauce Taste Test: Michael Symon's Tomato 101
Ever wondered why your homemade tomatoes don't taste like the ones at restaurants? Michael Symon, Carla Hall, and guest Christina Miros break down everything you need to know about selecting, preparing, and cooking tomatoes in the first episode of Michael's 101. In this episode, the hosts share pro tips including the Jacques Pepin salt-tasting technique to dial in your seasoning, how to blanch and peel tomatoes properly, the best roasting methods from quick to overnight, and clever ways to use every part of the tomato including tomato water and infused oils. Plus, they conduct a blind taste…
S4 · E408 · 10 Aug 2026 · 31 min
Clinton Kelly's Five-Star Summer Sides
Today on Chewed Up , Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome Chef Ari back for a celebration of classic summer sides. Clinton shares two of his most requested recipes: a crunchy homemade coleslaw and his "award-winning" potato salad, both built for backyard barbecues, burgers, hot dogs, and everything else summer has to offer. His recipes are decidedly unscientific - think generous splats of mayonnaise, glugs of apple cider vinegar, and salt and pepper with "reckless abandon" - but the results speak for themselves. For the coleslaw, Clinton combines green and purple cabbage, shredded…
S4 · E416 · 5 Aug 2026 · 34 min
The Secret to Bakery-Style Chocolate Walnut Chip Cookies
Today on Chewed Up , Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome back Danielle Sepsy - the Scone Queen, bestselling cookbook author, and founder of The Hungry Gnome -for the ultimate chocolate chip cookie episode. They begin with a blind tasting of four popular store-bought cookies, comparing everything from artificial vanilla and milk chocolate to buttery flavor, crisp edges, chewiness, and dunkability before unanimously choosing their favorite. Then Danielle shares her recipe for a thick, New York bakery-style chocolate chip walnut cookie with a caramelized exterior, crisp edges, a tender…
S4 · E415 · 3 Aug 2026 · 40 min
The Secret to a Perfectly Moist Lemon Loaf
Today on Chewed Up , Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome The Big Brunch finalist, Hungry Gnome founder, and bestselling cookbook author Danielle Sepsy for a full-on summer baking episode. Danielle makes an ultra-moist strawberry lemonade loaf with bright lemon flavor, a soft pound cake-like crumb, and a thick pink glaze made with freeze-dried strawberries. It is sweet, tart, colorful, and exactly the kind of snack cake that works with morning coffee, afternoon tea, or whenever you need a little taste of summer. Along the way, Danielle shares the professional techniques she has learned…
S4 · E431 · 29 Jul 2026 · 34 min
Clinton Kelly's Cherry Torte Goes Completely Off the Rails
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome Chef Jackie B. back to the kitchen for a summer episode built around Clinton's cherry almond torte. Inspired by his grandmother's recipe, the simple dessert combines a buttery batter with peak-season cherries, sliced almonds, and a crunchy sugar topping, then gets served warm with vanilla ice cream. It is an easy, make-ahead dessert that works just as well with plums, peaches, or apricots, but a stubborn mixer, forgotten almond extract, parchment-paper confusion, and plenty of unsolicited help turn the demonstration into complete…
S4 · E411 · 27 Jul 2026 · 29 min
The No-Cook Burrata Appetizer You'll Make All Summer
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome guest and co-host Chef Jackie "Sparkles" Bakula back to the kitchen for a summer appetizer that looks elegant without asking for much: creamy burrata topped with frozen strawberries grated into a light, icy "strawberry snow," then finished with balsamic glaze, flaky sea salt, fresh basil, black pepper, and garlicky toast. It is cold, creamy, sweet, savory, and exactly the kind of dish to make when it is too hot to cook but you still want something beautiful on the table. Jackie also shares why she stopped chasing viral food trends,…
S4 · E412 · 22 Jul 2026 · 39 min
Our Canned Tuna Taste Test with Amanda Freitag
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome chef Amanda Freitag for a full-on canned tuna episode built around a blind taste test and a tuna salad sandwich that skips the mayo entirely. They put four supermarket tunas head to head, comparing flavor, texture, and salt, and discover that the olive oil packed jars run away with it, including a budget pick that holds its own against tuna three times the price. Then Michael turns the winner into a tuna salad sandwich with romesco, Castelvetrano olives, scallions, flat leaf parsley, lemon zest, sherry vinegar, sliced tomato, and…
S4 · E411 · 20 Jul 2026 · 33 min
Leo Galletto's Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Ice Cream Sandwich
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome culinary producer Leo Galletto for a full-on ice cream sandwich episode. They start with a blind vanilla ice cream taste test to find the best option for building an ice cream sandwich, comparing flavor, texture, richness, vanilla bean, and how well each one holds up. Then Leo takes things in a summer dessert direction with a chocolate-covered strawberry-inspired ice cream sandwich: double chocolate chip cookies with strawberry jam, strawberry ice cream, chocolate fudge, and freeze-dried strawberries around the edges. It is…
S4 · E410 · 15 Jul 2026 · 29 min
The World Cup of Dips with Ayesha Nurdjaja
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome Ayesha Nurdjaja for a full-on dip episode built around party food, summer snacking, and the joy of a good rip-and-dip spread. Clinton makes a homemade tzatziki with Greek yogurt, cucumber, lemon, garlic, dill, and mint, Ayesha brings a grilled corn dip with creamy, herby, sweet-summer flavor, and Michael shares a Cleveland-inspired clam dip with bacon, dill, sour cream, and clam broth. It is the kind of spread that works for game day, summer parties, backyard hangs, or any time you want food that people keep coming back to. Along…
S4 · E409 · 13 Jul 2026 · 39 min
The Simple Summer Sandwich That Steals the Show
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome chef Ayesha Nurdjaja for a picnic-season recipe straight from her family: a potato and egg sandwich on semolina bread. It is simple, nostalgic, and packed with the kind of comfort that makes a beach-day meal feel unforgettable. Ayesha walks through the Italian-American classic with potatoes, eggs, onions, cheese, parsley, and good bread, while Michael connects it back to his own family memories. Along the way, they talk picnic food, egg sandwiches, American cheese, beach chairs, overhyped foods, and why the simplest dishes are often…
S4 · E407 · 8 Jul 2026 · 26 min
Ariane Duarte's One-Pan Summer Scallops
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome guest co-host Ariane Duarte for an easy summer dinner that looks elegant without asking for much: seared scallops cooked in one pan with sweet corn, tomatoes, shallots, chilies, basil, and a splash of white wine. It is fast, fresh, and exactly the kind of meal that feels right after a long hot day when you still want something beautiful on the table. Along the way, they get into summer produce, scallop technique, one-pan cooking, and why a simple dish can still feel special when the ingredients are doing the work. Thanks to our…
S4 · E404 · 6 Jul 2026 · 37 min
Jules Esposito's Stone Fruit Panzanella
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome guest co-host Jules Esposito for a peak-summer dish that feels both easy and elevated: stone fruit panzanella with grilled bread, heirloom tomatoes, peaches, plums, basil, chives, ricotta, and a simple white balsamic vinaigrette. It is bright, juicy, and exactly the kind of salad that works for lunch, dinner, or a backyard table full of people. Along the way, they get into Sonoma produce, summer hosting, farmers market cooking, and why bread salads are one of the best ways to turn beautiful ingredients into something that feels…
S4 · E406 · 1 Jul 2026 · 43 min
The July 4th Steak Dinner with Stacy London
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome Stacy London for a July 4th episode built around one of summer's best meals: grilled skirt steak with a charred tomatillo salsa, grilled corn, and all the tricks that make steak feel simple instead of intimidating. Along the way, they talk cooking confidence, summer hosting, and the kind of food that tastes even better when eaten outside. And because it would not be Chewed Up without a little chaos, Stacy also tries to prove that air-fryer s'mores are a good idea. The results are mixed. Thanks to our Sponsors: Frontgate → Premium…
S4 · E405 · 29 Jun 2026 · 37 min
The 4th of July Watermelon Salad You'll Make Every Year
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly welcome guest co-host Janette Donnarumma for a full-on watermelon episode built for July 4th entertaining. She brings two easy summer crowd-pleasers: a watermelon Aperol spritz margarita and a bright watermelon, cucumber, feta, and herb salad served straight out of a carved watermelon bowl. It is fresh, festive, and exactly the kind of menu that works for backyard hangs, hot weather, and the people who always ask what to bring. Along the way, they get into summer produce, party food, kid-friendly tricks, and why watermelon might be the most…
S4 · E403 · 24 Jun 2026 · 36 min
The Sausage Sandwich That Tastes Like Summer
Today on Chewed Up, Michael Symon and Clinton Kelly are joined by guest co-host Allison Cancro for a full-on Jersey Italian summer plate: sweet and hot sausage with peppers and onions, served sandwich-style, with a fresh corn and tomato salad on the side. It is simple, crowd-friendly, and exactly the kind of cookout food that tastes like summer and family all at once. Along the way, they get into Italian American food traditions, Jersey produce, sausage loyalties, and the kind of meal that works just as well for a backyard gathering as it does for leftovers the next day. Thanks to our…

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Chewed UP is a English arts & books podcast from ALL CHEWED UP LLC. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: ALL CHEWED UP LLC
Language: English
Category: Arts & Books
New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 36 min
Latest episode: 14 Oct 2026
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