Chef April has an update for you… Happy Holidays! 🎄       Got a recipe idea, a funny kitchen story, feedback on the show, or want to collaborate? 💌 Email: april3802@outlook.com       Follow the Let’s Talk Food family:     🍴 Instagram: @coopiesamericancuisineandseafood     🎥 TikTok: @coopies.american     📺 YouTube: youtube.com/@aprilfontenot9354     🎧 Audio episodes available wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts!     Start Your Own Podcast — 30-Day Free Trial!       Podbean Unlimited Hosting (Promo Code: PodbeancomPBNEW)     👉 https://www.podbean.com/PodbeancomPBNEW       Podbean Unlimited Business Plans:     👉 https://www.podbean.com/pro/PodbeancomPBNEW

It’s National Have a Bagel Day, and Chef April Fontenot is serving up comfort, carbs, and cozy vibes on the Let’s Talk Food podcast! In this warm and flavorful episode, Chef April celebrates one of the most iconic breakfast foods of all time while pairing it with a relaxing movie night for the ultimate food-and-film experience. From crispy toasted edges to soft, chewy centers, Chef April dives into what makes a bagel truly special. She shares her favorite bagel flavors, classic and creative topping combinations, and fun foodie facts that make this humble round bread worthy of its own holiday. Whether you’re team everything bagel, cinnamon raisin, or a fully loaded savory stack, there’s something here for every bagel lover. This episode also embraces slowing down and enjoying life’s simple pleasures — good food, a great movie, and intentional moments of comfort. Chef April talks about unwinding with a cozy film and highlights the movie “Oh What Fun”, a perfect pick for a relaxed food-and-film night that pairs beautifully with a warm bagel and your favorite spread. 🎬 Movie References:Oh What Fun (Amazon Prime Video)👉 https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0FVKNVJ7G Oh What Fun – Trailer / Clip (YouTube)👉 https://youtu.be/FRfj0OHlcvo?si=8i-ghNa46hFJkGmMe Whether you’re enjoying a bagel for breakfast, brunch, or as a cozy movie-night snack, this episode blends flavor, fun, and feel-good energy you’ll want to savor. So grab your favorite bagel, pour a cup of coffee (or tea), press play, and settle in for a delicious episode that’s guaranteed to leave you smiling — and hungry. 🎙️ Start Your Own Podcast — 30-Day Free Trial! Feeling inspired to start your own podcast? Chef April has you covered!Get started with Podbean Unlimited Hosting and enjoy a 30-day FREE trial. 🎧 Podbean Unlimited HostingPromo Code: PodbeancomPBNEW👉 https://www.podbean.com/PodbeancomPBNEW 🎙️ Podbean Unlimited Business Plans👉 https://www.podbean.com/pro/PodbeancomPBNEW Perfect for creators, food lovers, and entrepreneurs ready to share their voice with the world. Got a recipe idea, a funny kitchen story, feedback on the show, or want to collaborate? 💌 Email: april3802@outlook.com Follow the Let’s Talk Food Family: 🍴 Instagram: @coopiesamericancuisineandseafood🎥 TikTok: @coopies.american📺 YouTube: youtube.com/@aprilfontenot9354 🎧 Episodes available wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts!

The holidays are full of joy, connection… and let’s be honest, a little food stress too. In this episode of Let’s Talk Food, Chef April Fontenot opens up about food anxiety during the festive season and shares gentle, realistic tips to help you enjoy holiday meals without guilt or pressure. You’ll learn how to cope with emotional eating triggers, set healthy boundaries with food, and give yourself grace during the busiest time of year. Chef April also shares highlights from her week and her exciting Christmas countdown moments, giving you a personal and uplifting peek into her holiday season. She also references the article “How to cope with food anxiety during the festive season” from The Conversation for deeper insight:   👉 https://theconversation.com/how-to-cope-with-food-anxiety-during-the-festive-season-245728         Connect with Chef April   💌 Email: april3802@outlook.com     Follow the Let’s Talk Food Family:   🍴 Instagram: @coopiesamericancuisineandseafood   🎥 TikTok: @coopies.american   📺 YouTube: youtube.com/@aprilfontenot9354     🎧 Episodes available wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts!                              

This week on Let’s Talk Food, Chef April is back and ready to save your stomach! After stuffing ourselves with all the Thanksgiving goodies, it’s time to give our poor guts a little TLC. 🍗💨 Chef April breaks down fun, easy, and totally doable ways to debloat, detox, and reset after the big holiday feast—guided by the article “10 Gut-Friendly Tips to Recover After Thanksgiving Dinner: Reduce Bloating and Reset Your Digestion Naturally.” She’s sharing her favorite post-feast wellness tricks, from simple sips to gentle movement, all designed to get your digestion back on track naturally. 🌿✨ PLUS! She’s giving the inside scoop on her Thanksgiving adventures, her Movies of the Week, and all the fun she packed into the holiday. You won’t want to miss it! 🎬🍂     Read the full article here:   https://acaacupuncture.com/blog/10-gut-friendly-tips-to-recover-after-thanksgiving-dinner-reduce-bloating-and-reset-your-digestion-naturally/         👩🏾‍🍳 Chef April’s Contact Info     💌 Email: april3802@outlook.com     Follow the Let’s Talk Food Family:   🍴 Instagram: @coopiesamericancuisineandseafood   🎥 TikTok: @coopies.american   📺 YouTube: youtube.com/@aprilfontenot9354     🎧 Episodes available wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts!         🎙️ Start Your Own Podcast — 30-Day Free Trial!     Podbean Unlimited Hosting (Promo Code: PodbeancomPBNEW)   👉 https://www.podbean.com/PodbeancomPBNEW     Podbean Unlimited Business Plans:   👉 https://www.podbean.com/pro/PodbeancomPBNEW                      

This week on Let’s Talk Food, Chef April is serving up a fiery lineup of bold Cajun Thanksgiving dinner ideas straight from her kitchen to yours. If you're ready to spice up the holiday table and bring some bayou heat to your traditional dishes, this episode has everything you need. Chef April also shares her Movie of the Week and reflects on the true meaning of Thanksgiving — from embracing new traditions to making new friends and finding community in unexpected places.     Plus, don’t miss the featured recipe article of the week:   “Home » Appetizers — 20 Cajun Thanksgiving Recipes For Your Holiday Menu”   👉 https://louisianawomanblog.com/2023/11/20/20-cajun-thanksgiving-recipes-for-your-holiday-menu/     Got a recipe idea, funny kitchen story, or feedback for the show?   💌 Email: april3802@outlook.com         Follow the Let’s Talk Food Family:     🍴 Instagram: @coopiesamericancuisineandseafood   🎥 TikTok: @coopies.american   📺 YouTube: youtube.com/@aprilfontenot9354     🎧 Listen to new episodes anywhere you enjoy your favorite podcasts.         Start Your Own Podcast — 30-Day Free Trial!     Podbean Unlimited Hosting (Promo Code: PodbeancomPBNEW)   👉 https://www.podbean.com/PodbeancomPBNEW     Podbean Unlimited Business Plans:   👉 https://www.podbean.com/pro/PodbeancomPBNEW

This week on Let’s Talk Food, Chef April Fontenot sits down with the inspiring Ms. Ingrid Bardales, CEO and owner of Tastey Threads — the online T-shirt and apparel shop serving up food fashion for food lovers. At Tastey Threads, “you can have your cake and wear it too,” and Ingrid shares the recipe behind building her brand from the ground up. In this heartwarming, wisdom-filled episode, Ingrid reflects on her early entrepreneurial journey and offers practical advice for anyone dreaming of starting a business. From tackling fear and finding your purpose to navigating setbacks and staying committed, she delivers encouragement that nourishes your ambition and inspires you to never give up — just like a perfect Thanksgiving feast, this episode is full of flavor and inspiration. Whether you’re creating a brand, planning your next venture, or just need a motivational boost, this episode is packed with insights to keep you empowered and moving forward.   Connect with Ingrid Bardales & Tastey Threads: Email: hellothere@tasteythreads.com Website: www.tasteythreads.com Instagram: @tastey__threads LinkedIn: TasteyThreads: Company Page Admin | LinkedIn   Chef April’s Contact Info: 💌 Email: april3802@outlook.com   Follow the Let’s Talk Food Family: 🍴 Instagram: @coopiesamericancuisineandseafood 🎥 TikTok: @coopies.american 📺 YouTube: youtube.com/@aprilfontenot9354     Start Your Own Podcast — 30-Day Free Trial! Podbean Unlimited Hosting (Promo Code: PodbeancomPBNEW) 👉 https://www.podbean.com/PodbeancomPBNEW   Podbean Unlimited Business Plans: 👉 https://www.podbean.com/pro/PodbeancomPBNEW

Buckle up, food fam—Chef April is calling out the Thanksgiving dishes that absolutely should NOT see the light of day. We’re talking the casseroles that haunt your dreams, the mystery salads no one touches, and the desserts that taste like somebody gave up halfway through. If you’ve ever looked at a dish and thought, “Now who told you to bring THAT?” …this episode is for you. This week, we’re diving into the hilarious (and painfully honest) UPROXX ranking:“The Very Worst Thanksgiving Dishes, Ranked From Mildly Offensive To Truly Putrid.”Read the full article here:👉 https://uproxx.com/life/worst-thanksgiving-sides-ranked-2024/ Get ready for unfiltered opinions, guilty-pleasure confessions, and maybe a few culinary crimes exposed.If your Auntie still makes that one dish nobody eats—you might want to warn her. Got a recipe idea, a funny kitchen story, feedback on the show, or want to collaborate?💌 Email: april3802@outlook.com Follow the Let’s Talk Food family:🍴 Instagram: @coopiesamericancuisineandseafood🎥 TikTok: @coopies.american📺 YouTube: youtube.com/@aprilfontenot9354 🎧 Audio episodes available wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts! Start Your Own Podcast — 30-Day Free Trial!Podbean Unlimited Hosting (Promo Code: PodbeancomPBNEW)👉 https://www.podbean.com/PodbeancomPBNEW Podbean Unlimited Business Plans:👉 https://www.podbean.com/pro/PodbeancomPBNEW

This week on Let’s Talk Food, Chef April dishes out everything you need to know to host a stress-free and unforgettable Thanksgiving feast! From perfect planning to pro-level prep, learn how to master your menu, organize your kitchen like a chef, and serve up dishes that’ll have your guests begging for seconds. Plus, we’ve got this week’s hot highlights: 🎉
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🍴 Do you always feel the need to have a drink at dinners, parties, or family gatherings? 🍷   Don’t miss Uncorked: Redefining Food Culture Through the Lens of Sobriety with Chef April & guest Sarah Benton, author, counselor, and Psychology Today blogger. Explore how alcohol affects food culture and how sobriety can transform the way you eat, celebrate, and connect. Together, they explore how alcohol shapes food culture and social gatherings — and how sobriety can transform the way we eat, celebrate, and connect.   📚 Books by Sarah Benton Amazon: 📘 Parents in Recovery 📗 Understanding the High-Functioning Alcoholic Barnes & Noble: 📘 Parents in Recovery 📗 Understanding the High-Functioning Alcoholic Bloomsbury Publishers: 📘 Parents in Recovery 📗 Understanding the High-Functioning Alcoholic   🌐 Connect with Sarah Benton 🌎 Website: www.bentonbhc.com 📸 Instagram: @parentsinrecovery 💼 LinkedIn: Sarah Allen Benton 📘 Facebook: Sarah Allen Benton 👥 Parents in Recovery Support Group: Join Here 🧠 Blog: The High-Functioning Alcoholic – Psychology Today   💬 Recovery & Therapy Resources 🔗 Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)🔗 SMART Recovery🔗 SHE RECOVERS🔗 Celebrate Recovery🔗 Recovery Dharma🔗 Psychology Today Therapist Finder🔗 SAMHSA🔗 NAMI Mental Health Help 💌 Connect with Chef April Fontenot & Let’s Talk Food 📧 Email: april3802@outlook.com 📲 Instagram: @coopiesamericancuisineandseafood 🎵 TikTok: @coopies.american ▶️ YouTube: www.youtube.com/@aprilfontenot9354   🎙️ Start Your Own Podcast! Thinking about starting your own podcast or growing your business brand? Try Podbean for a 30-day free trial of Unlimited Hosting or Business Plans: 👉 https://www.podbean.com/pro/PodbeancomPBNEW Promo Code: PodbeancomPBNEW ✨ Because food, culture, and conversation are even better when they help us grow.

Chef April Fontenot is back with another delicious episode of Let’s Talk Food! This week, she’s digging into everything you need to know about National Sandwich Day 2025 — the history behind it, what makes this tasty holiday so popular, and where to score the best sandwich freebies and deals. But the fun doesn’t stop there! Chef April recaps her spooky and sweet Halloween festivities, breaks down the buzz around Kim Kardashian’s exclusive interview on the Call Her Daddy podcast, and shares her inspiring personal takeaways from Tim & Juliette’s “Upset The World Experience.” From food and pop culture to motivation and laughter, this episode is stacked with flavor, personality, and plenty of feel-good energy. 🔗 Episode Links 🥪 Article: National Sandwich Day Deals 2025 on Nov. 3 🎧 Kim Kardashian on Call Her Daddy Podcast: Watch on YouTube 🙌 Upset The World Experience (Tim & Juliette): Watch on YouTube 📬 For collaboration requests, recipe ideas, funny stories, or show feedback:Email: april3802@outlook.com 🍴 Follow Chef April & Coopie’s American Cuisine & Seafood:Instagram: @coopiesamericancuisineandseafoodTikTok: @coopies.americanYouTube: www.youtube.com/@aprilfontenot9354 🎧 Audio versions of “Let’s Talk Food” are available wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts! 🎁 Start Your Own Podcast — Free 30-Day Trial!Thinking about launching your podcast or growing your business brand? Try Podbean’s unlimited hosting plans with a free 30-day trial using the promo code below! 👉 Unlimited Hosting Plans (30-Day Free Trial): https://www.podbean.com/PodbeancomPBNEW👉 Unlimited Business Hosting Plans: https://www.podbean.com/pro/PodbeancomPBNEW Happy Podcasting — the world is ready to hear your voice!

Boo! 👻 Chef April Fontenot is back with 60 fang-tastic Halloween snacks and treats that will make both kids and adults scream… with delight! From devilishly sweet desserts to savory bites that bite back, your Halloween party will be the talk of the crypt. But wait, there’s more magic in the cauldron: Celebrity Scoop: Klay Thompson and Megan Thee Stallion’s PDA-packed dinner date — check out the Instagram Reel here. Podcast Fun: Catch the latest Funky Friday with Cam Newton and K. Michelle — watch/listen here 📺. Pop-Culture Fix: Tyler Perry’s Beauty in Black, Season 2, Episode 5 — “Hunter’s Prey” on Netflix. Party Planning Inspiration: “60 Halloween Party Food Ideas That Will Wow Kids and Adults” from Oprah Daily — spooky snacks galore: Read the article. Halloween food inspo: Oprah Daily’s 60 Party Food Ideas Whether you’re conjuring up a family feast or a grown-up costume bash, tune in for witchy bites, pop-culture bites, and all the Halloween frights—all served up Let’s Talk Food style! 📧 Connect & Collaborate Email: april3802@outlook.com Instagram: @coopiesamericancuisineandseafood TikTok: @coopies.american YouTube:www.youtube.com/@aprilfontenot9354   🎙️ Podcast Hosting Made Easy Start your own show with Podbean’s 30-day free trial: Unlimited Hosting Plans Unlimited Business Hosting Plans

  In this week’s episode of Let’s Talk Food, Chef April Fontenot serves up laughs, life, and a little bit of pop culture! 🍽️😂 She kicks things off with a hilarious Family Feud clip that’ll have you cracking up, the latest tea about Pastor John Gray popping back into the gossip headlines, and a sneak peek at one of her favorite Bravo guilty pleasures — Married to Medicine — with all the new season drama you know and love. Plus, Chef April shares her personal highlights of the week before diving into the main course: how to stay social and sober — without missing out. Whether you’re cutting back for Dry January, taking a wellness break, or simply redefining fun without alcohol, Chef April breaks down how to stay confident and connected when everyone else is drinking. From handling peer pressure to making mindful choices at social events, this episode reminds you that you can be present, purposeful, and still have a great time. 👉 Listen now for the laughs, the lessons, and the life talk you didn’t know you needed this week! 🎧 Available on all major platforms — don’t forget to subscribe, share, and join the conversation online! 📖 Featured Article Mentioned in This Episode: 📰 A Social Guide For The Sober For Dry January And BeyondWritten by: Langa Chinyoka, The Good Trade 🍿 Featured Clips & Shows Mentioned in This Episode: 🎬 Family Feud — “What is a side dish that you make for a BBQ?” 📺 Married to Medicine Season 12 Teaser — Watch the Bravo Trailer ☕ Tasha K YouTube Show — Pastor John Gray’s Latest Gossip 🎥 Tyler Perry’s Why Did I Get Married Again? — Official Trailer 💌 For Collaboration Requests, Recipe Ideas, Funny Stories, or Show Feedback:📧 Email: april3802@outlook.com 📱 Follow Us:Instagram: @coopiesamericancuisineandseafoodTikTok: @coopies.americanYouTube: www.youtube.com/@aprilfontenot9354 🎁 Free 30-Day Trial for Unlimited Podcast Hosting or Unlimited Business Plans!Ready to start your own podcast or help a friend share their voice? Podbean is offering two amazing FREE 30-day trial options: 🎙️ Unlimited Hosting Plans (Promo Code: PBNEW)👉 https://www.podbean.com/PodbeancomPBNEW 💼 Unlimited Business Hosting Plans (Promo Code: PBNEW)👉 https://www.podbean.com/pro/PodbeancomPBNEW Don’t wait — the world is ready to hear your story. 🌎🎧 Happy Podcasting from Chef April & the Let’s Talk Food family! 🍴💬  

In this heartfelt bonus episode of Let’s Talk Food, Chef April Fontenot opens her heart to honor the life, love, and lasting legacy of her beloved mother. Remembering Her is a celebration of how food, family, and memory intertwine — how each recipe tells a story, every meal carries love, and every shared table keeps our loved ones close long after they’re gone. April reflects on the beautiful ways we remember and honor those we’ve lost — from comforting recipes that fill our homes with familiar aromas to the traditions that bring families together generation after generation. This week, April also shares a few powerful moments that touched her soul — including watching the moving Lifetime film “For The Love of Ruth” on YouTube and an inspiring Breakfast Club interview featuring rapper, producer, and humanitarian Gucci Mane and his wife, beauty mogul Keyshia Ka’oir. Their openness about mental health, and Gucci Mane’s journey living with schizophrenia, offers an important reminder to care for ourselves, slow down, and appreciate every moment with our children and loved ones. These moments — along with reflections from other uplifting clips — remind us all to pause, breathe, and cherish the people who fill our lives with purpose. Because life’s sweetest moments often happen right at the table, through love, laughter, and the meals that warm our hearts. So grab your favorite comfort dish, take a deep breath, and join Chef April for a loving tribute to her mother — and all the women whose love continues to nourish us every single day. 💻 Featured YouTube Clips: Additional Reflective Clip on Mothers & Gratitude → https://youtu.be/UNfiZoPgOQU?si=QCNQBHIQXxzrx7ri Lifetime Movie: “For The Love of Ruth” → https://youtu.be/RJUgPw-C8Tk?si=msySUr-s2MMoaTEU Breakfast Club Interview — Gucci Mane & Keyshia Ka’oir → https://youtu.be/N05ai_0hwxs?si=YAkad3QtyrAYA2Nl 🌐 Connect with Chef April Fontenot:Instagram: @coopiesamericancuisineandseafoodTikTok: @coopies.americanYouTube: www.youtube.com/@aprilfontenot9354 📧 For collaboration requests, recipe ideas, funny stories, or to leave feedback on the show:Email: april3802@outlook.com 🎧 Audio versions of the Let’s Talk Food Podcast are available wherever you listen to your favorite podcast shows! 🎙️ Thirty-Day Free Trial for Unlimited Podcast Hosting or Unlimited Business Plan Looking to start your own podcast — or know someone ready to share their story with the world? Podbean is offering unlimited hosting plans and unlimited business hosting plans with a free 30-day trial! Your voice matters. Your story deserves to be heard.Start today — the world is listening! 👉 Promo Code for 30-Day Free Trial (Unlimited Hosting Plans):https://www.podbean.com/PodbeancomPBNEW 👉 Unlimited Business Hosting Plans:https://www.podbean.com/pro/PodbeancomPBNEW

Shhh… 9 Secret Menu Items Your Favorite Restaurants Don’t Want You to Know About 🤐🍟” Chef April Fontenot is back with another delicious and entertaining episode of Let’s Talk Food! This week, she’s celebrating a great week, connecting with listeners, giving shoutouts, and sharing the latest podcast stats 📊. From Cam Newton’s Funky Friday chat with Devon Franklin—where he opens up about what really happened before his divorce—to the viral moment when Cory Hardrict thought Tia Mowry joined his live 👀, plus a little buzz around Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson, Chef April’s got a full plate of pop culture and food talk! Then she dives into this week’s juicy topic:“9 Secret Menu Items Your Favorite Restaurants Don’t Want You to Know About.”Inspired by an article from Taste of Home, this episode reveals the hidden dishes and insider orders that’ll change the way you look at your favorite restaurants forever. 🍔☕🍟 🔗 Featured Links 🍟 Article: 9 Restaurants You Never Knew Had Secret Menu Items https://www.tasteofhome.com/article/restaurants-with-secret-menus/ 🎧 Cam Newton Funky Friday with Devon Franklin: Watch on YouTube https://youtu.be/p2-rWDcsMmk?si=YAYazXHbQtLgU1fM 💕 Cory Hardrict Thinks Tia Mowry Joined His Live: Watch on YouTube https://youtu.be/8Tb42wZsEMQ?si=zxbl0f7qU0u_e3Gd   Megan The Stallion & Klay Thompson Golf Date on You Tube: https://youtube.com/shorts/9wU7MpPvjNw?si=uHdRKWFjXpoNSz35     💬 Connect with Chef April Fontenot 📸 Instagram: @coopiescateringandseafood🎵 TikTok: @coopies.american▶️ YouTube: Chef April Fontenot 📩 For collaboration requests, recipe ideas, funny stories, or feedback on the show:Email: april3802@outlook.com 🎁 Start Your Own Podcast!Want to share your voice with the world? Enjoy a 30-day free trial with Podbean — the easiest way to launch, grow, and monetize your podcast.👉 Try Podbean Free for 30 Days   Promo code for 30 days free trial for unlimited hosting plans     https://www.podbean.com/PodbeancomPBNEW     Unlimited Business Hosting Plans:     https://www.podbean.com/pro/PodbeancomPBNEW   ✨ Tune in for the laughs, lessons, and a little foodie gossip — because on Let’s Talk Food, every bite tells a story!  

  World Food Day isn’t just about what’s on your plate — it’s about how we grow, share, and value food worldwide. In this special World Food Day episode, Chef April Fontenot takes listeners on a flavorful journey to uncover the meaning behind this global celebration. What exactly is World Food Day, and why do people around the world honor it every October 16th? April explores the history, mission, and impact of this international movement — from supporting farmers and reducing hunger to building a more sustainable and equitable food future for all. Along the way, she shares inspiring stories of communities making real change through food, practical ways you can make a difference in your own kitchen, and a few of her favorite globally inspired recipes to mark the occasion. Whether you’re a foodie, a home cook, or someone who simply loves discovering the culture behind every bite, this episode reminds us that food connects us all — one plate at a time. 🍴🌾 🎬 Featured Conversations & Culture Highlights 🎙 Tyler Lepley – House Guest Show – Discovering His Black IdentityActor known for his roles in Harlem, Ruth & Boaz, and P-Valley joins the House Guest Show to talk about discovering his Black identity and navigating Hollywood.📺 Watch here: Tyler Lepley - House Guest Show 🏈 Cam Newton – Funky Friday’sCam Newton’s Funky Friday’s brings bold, unfiltered conversations blending sports, culture, and life lessons. 🎭 Jonathan Majors InterviewActor Jonathan Majors speaks candidly about resilience and redemption in his latest YouTube interview.📺 Watch here: Jonathan Majors Interview 🎵 In Memoriam: De’AngeloRemembering Grammy Award–winning R&B legend De’Angelo — known for Brown Sugar and How Does It Feel — who passed away at age 51. His soulful legacy lives on. 🎬 Spotlight: Diane KeatonHonoring the incredible Diane Keaton, star of The Godfather, Annie Hall, Father of the Bride, and Book Club — a true Hollywood icon. ❤️ Give Back: Help Fight Hunger Chef April encourages listeners to support organizations working tirelessly to end hunger and feed families across Houston and nationwide: 🥫 Houston Food Bank🍎 Target Hunger🥗 Second Servings of Houston🧃 Kids’ Meals Inc.🌍 Feeding America – Nationwide Program 💌 Connect with Chef April Fontenot For collaboration requests, recipe ideas, funny food stories, or to leave feedback on the show, email:📧 april3802@outlook.com 📱 Follow the Show & Coopie’s American Cuisine & Seafood Instagram: @coopiesamericancuisineandseafoodTikTok: @coopies.americanYouTube: youtube.com/@aprilfontenot9354 🎙 Special Offer for Future Podcasters & Entrepreneurs Thinking about starting your own podcast? Or maybe you have a business and want to reach a bigger audience? Podbean is offering a FREE 30-day trial for both Unlimited Podcast Hosting and Unlimited Business Hosting Plans! It’s the perfect time to share your story, grow your brand, and get your voice heard — the world is ready for your ideas! ✨ Start Your Free 30-Day Trial:🎧 Unlimited Hosting Plans – Use Promo Code: PodbeancomPBNEW💼 Unlimited Business Hosting Plans Happy Podcasting! 🎉

Chef April Fontenot is back and ready to stir things up for Season 4 of the Let’s Talk Food Podcast! After a much-needed break, she returns refreshed, recharged, and ready to dish out some exciting news you won’t want to miss. In this episode, Chef April dives into the delicious world of cookbook clubs — a growing trend where food lovers turn pages into plates and connect through shared recipes. She also shares her favorite highlights of the week, gives a sneak peek at what’s to come this season, and sprinkles in her signature warmth and inspiration along the way. So grab your favorite cookbook, pull up a chair, and get ready for a flavorful start to a brand-new season of Let’s Talk Food!     Title of the Article:         “ Everything You Need To Host A Cookbook Club”         Link for the Article:       https://www.bonappetit.com/story/everything-you-need-to-host-a-cookbook-club?srsltid=AfmBOoqSXtYOpM5WIwLYR94_5l6Qfjpl6sIll0XIG_2a4hLNk_0dPvRR       Link for YouTube Short with Monique Samuels from the RHOP:        https://youtube.com/shorts/OVkiY9swysU?si=cnMXzjA_59AdpWuS               Link for Laterras Whitfield's Dear Future Wifey Podcast " The Dating Debate":         https://youtu.be/p4q9XNgSJ0k?si=eSQs20kOvArNagW5         For collaboration requests, share recipe ideas, funny stories, and leave feedback on the show. Email me at april3802@outlook.com.           Social Handles for Let’s Talk Food Podcast & Coopie’s American Cuisine & Seafood         Instagram: @coopiesamericancuisineandseafood         Tik Tok: @coopies.american       YouTube: www.youtube.com/@aprilfontenot9354         Thirty-Day Free Trial for Unlimited Podcast Hosting or Unlimited Business Plan :         Looking to start your podcast show, or know of someone who has a new business or a successful business and is looking for the BEST podcast platform out there! Well, say no more! Podbean is offering unlimited hosting plans and unlimited business hosting plans for a free thirty-day trial! What are you waiting for? The world is ready to hear your ideas and explore your content! Go for it! Links below to start your 30-day free! Happy Podcasting!       Promo code for 30 days free trial for unlimited hosting plans         https://www.podbean.com/PodbeancomPBNEW       Unlimited Business Hosting Plans:         https://www.podbean.com/pro/PodbeancomPBNEW                      

“Hey food lovers, Chef April Fontenot here! I just wanted to take a quick moment to say thank you so much for tuning in and supporting Let’s Talk Food. Your love, feedback, and shared passion for great meals mean the world to me. We’re taking a short break to cook up some exciting new episodes filled with fresh recipes, inspiring guests, and even more delicious conversations. Don’t worry — Let’s Talk Food will be back with brand-new episodes this Sunday so you won’t want to miss! Until then, keep cooking, keep tasting, and keep spreading the love — because every plate tells a story. See you soon!       For collaboration requests, share recipe ideas, funny stories, leave feedback on the show, email me at april3802@outlook.com         Social Handles for Let’s Talk Food Podcast & Coopie’s American Cuisine & Seafood         Instagram: @coopiesamericancuisineandseafood             Tik Tok: @coopies.american           YouTube:       www.youtube.com/@aprilfontenot9354               Audio Versions of the Let's Talk Food Podcast are available wherever you listen to your favorite podcast shows!       Looking to start your podcast show, or know of someone who has a new business or a successful business and is looking for the BEST podcast platform out there! Well, say no more! Podbean is offering unlimited hosting plans and unlimited business hosting plans for a free thirty-day trial! What are you waiting for? The world is ready to hear your ideas and explore your content! Go for it! Links below to start your 30-day free! Happy Podcasting!       Promo code for 30 days free trial for unlimited hosting plans and business hosting plans:       Unlimited Hosting Plans:     https://www.podbean.com/PodbeancomPBNEW         Unlimited Business Hosting Plans:       https://www.podbean.com/pro/PodbeancomPBNEW

That’s a wrap on Season 3 of Let’s Talk Food! 🎉 Chef April Fontenot is serving up gratitude, favorite memories, and a little inspiration from Eat, Pray, Love. Plus, she shares quick grounding tips to keep you feeling good—inside and out. 🍴✨     Title of the Article :           Eat, Pray, and Love: Some Lessons for Christian Living                       Link for the Article :             https://thechristianmeditator.com/eat-pray-and-love-steps-that-christians-can-take-to-live-life-more-authentically-today (https://thechristianmeditator.com/eat-pray-and-love-steps-that-christians-can-take-to-live-life-more-authentically-today/)                 Link for Interview with Princess Love on YouTube:              https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ghxxmRL3Ixs&t=1610s             Ruth & Boaz on Netflix:          https://www.netflix.com/watch/81902164?trackId=14170287&tctx=2%2C0%2C2d786c1b-2fd6-4a8e-8983-90c41ef49c2b-244486701%2CNES_F9A7F8E7D7A6CA8ACABF65F5F45A50-994911DC4F528C-B0796A6A65_p_1759339098491%2C%2C%2C%2C%2C81902164%2CVideo%3A81902164%2C             YUKA App:            https://www.appisfree.com/detail/io.yuka.android?u=PCing&utm_source=bing&adgid=1183076474152026&cid=570516351&utm_content=o&utm_id=1183076474152026#google_vignette                        For collaboration requests, share recipe ideas, funny stories, leave feedback on the show, email me at mailto:april3802@outlook.com                 Social Handles for Let’s Talk Food Podcast & Coopie’s American Cuisine & Seafood           Instagram: @coopiesamericancuisineandseafood            Tik Tok: @coopies.american                   YouTube: aprilfontenot9354 Let’s Talk Food Podcast                     Thirty-Day Free Trial for Unlimited Podcast Hosting or Unlimited Business Plan :             Looking to start your podcast show, or know of someone who has a new business or a successful business and is looking for the BEST podcast platform out there! Well, say no more! Podbean is offering unlimited hosting plans and unlimited business hosting plans for a free thirty-day trial! What are you waiting for? The world is ready to hear your ideas and explore your content! Go for it! Links below to start your 30-day free trial! Happy Podcasting!                 Promo code for 30 days free trial for unlimited hosting plans            https://www.podbean.com/PodbeancomPBNEW                 Unlimited Business Hosting Plans:           https://www.podbean.com/pro/PodbeancomPBNEW        

In this cozy new episode of Let’s Talk Food, Chef April Fontenot sets the perfect mood for fall date nights with her favorite 47 romantic dinner recipes for two. But before she dives into the kitchen, April shares her thoughts on the newly released Netflix film Ruth & Boaz, dishes on the juicy interview with reality TV star Apryl Jones, and reflects on her personal highlight of the week. Then, she guides you through seasonal flavors and elegant plates designed to turn any autumn evening into a celebration of love, warmth, and connection. Whether you’re planning a candlelit dinner or want inspiration for intimate meals, this episode is your recipe for romance.         Title of the Article:         47 Romantic Dinner Recipes That’ll Get Your Date Night Going Right       Link for the Article:           https://www.cosmopolitan.com/food-cocktails/a5567/romantic-dinner/           Link for Interview with Apryl Jones on “ The Carlos King Podcast”           https://youtu.be/ORTDAEx7vAU?si=r6q4PxnJTd4nM5ZJ           Link for New Movie “ Ruth & Boaz” on Netflix:         https://www.netflix.com/title/81902164               For collaboration requests, share recipe ideas, funny stories, leave feedback on the show, email me at april3802@outlook.com             Social Handles for Let’s Talk Food Podcast & Coopie’s American Cuisine & Seafood         Instagram: @coopiesamericancuisineandseafood             Tik Tok: @coopies.american           YouTube: aprilfontenot9354 Let’s Talk Food Podcast           Thirty-Day Free Trial for Unlimited Podcast Hosting or Unlimited Business Plan :         Looking to start your podcast show, or know of someone who has a new business or a successful business and is looking for the BEST podcast platform out there! Well, say no more! Podbean is offering unlimited hosting plans and unlimited business hosting plans for a free thirty-day trial! What are you waiting for? The world is ready to hear your ideas and explore your content! Go for it! Links below to start your 30-day free trial! Happy Podcasting!               Promo code for 30 days free trial for unlimited hosting plans         https://www.podbean.com/PodbeancomPBNEW           Unlimited Business Hosting Plans:       https://www.podbean.com/pro/PodbeancomPBNEW        

In this episode of Let’s Talk Food, Chef April Fontenot shares her latest kitchen creations from the weekend and shares her famous recipe for the FEATURED recipe of the week, highlights from her week, and dives into the hot topic of gender roles in cooking. Get ready for inspiration, good food talk, and a reminder that the kitchen belongs to everyone!        Title Of The Article:         "Who Really Belongs in the Kitchen? The Truth About Cooking and Gender Roles"           Link For Article:         https://blog.chef4me.net/who-really-belongs-in-the-kitchen/           Insight Timer App:        https://insighttimer.com/         Skillet Cornbread Recipe:        https://www.foodandwine.com/skillet-corn-bread-11682597         My Golden Fried Catfish Fillets Recipe:      Recipe of the Week: April’s Golden Crispy Catfish Filets     6 catfish filets or more if desired   1 package of Louisiana Fish Fry 10 oz. or two if more filets   1 Lemon   3 Tto 4 ablespoons of Vinegar   Parsley Flakes or Chopped Chives   I Gallon Canola or Vegetable Oil( Use the Yuka App for best Selection)       Directions:   Pour the gallon of vegetable or canola oil into the deep fryer. If using a frying pan or skillet, fill it halfway before the rim and allow it to heat up.     Place catfish filets in a nice-sized bowl to clean. Rinse with cold water.     Slice the lemon into three to four medium-sized slices to clean the catfish, then squeeze over the  entire catfish filets on both sides.     Rinse the catfish after cleaning with vinegar, lemon, and cold water.     Pat dry with clean paper towels or shake dry.     Coat the filets with the Louisiana Fish Fry evenly on both sides.     Once your oil is heated and hot slowly fry the filets in the cooking oil and allow them to fry for 4 minutes or so, or to your desired crispiness, but make sure they are done inside.     After frying, place on a dish with paper towels to sop up the oil and cool.  Sprinkle the parsley or chopped chives on top of the catfish filets to garnish . Once cooled to your desired temperature, you are ready to serve with your favorite sides.     I would pair it with a nice, fully loaded baked potato, healthy side salad, and sweet potato fries.       Link to Download Yuka App:        https://www.appisfree.com/detail/io.yuka.android?u=PCing&utm_source=bing&adgid=1183076474152026&cid=570516351&utm_content=o&utm_id=1183076474152026&msclkid=39e75efa74e111a89981362e5a81c18e#google_vignette           For collaboration requests, share recipe ideas, funny stories, and leave feedback on the show. Email me at april3802@outlook.com.      Social Handles for Let’s Talk Food Podcast & Coopie’s American Cuisine & Seafood      Instagram: @coopiesamericancuisineandseafood      Tik Tok: @coopies.american      YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/Aprilfontenot9354        Audio Versions of the Let's Talk Food Podcast are available wherever you listen to your favorite podcast shows!        Thirty-Day Free Trial for Unlimited Podcast Hosting or Unlimited Business Plan :      Looking to start your podcast show, or know of someone who has a new business or a successful business and is looking for the BEST podcast platform out there! Well, say no more! Podbean is offering unlimited hosting plans and unlimited business hosting plans for a free thirty-day trial! What are you waiting for? The world is ready to hear your ideas and explore your content! Go for it! Links below to start your 30-day free! Happy Podcasting!       Promo code for 30 days free trial for unlimited hosting plans      https://www.podbean.com/PodbeancomPBNEW         Unlimited Business Hosting Plans:        https://www.podbean.com/pro/PodbeancomPBNEW