Nick Liao

Managing Producer, Good Food

Producer/KCRW Staff

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This week we’re looking at several films from 2019 in which food was a subtle yet powerful storytelling device. Plus: we’re looking at the never-ending quest for a hangover cure.

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It’s the last show of the year, which it’s time for our annual look back at some of our favorite food stories!

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It’s the last show of the year, which it’s time for our annual look back at some of our favorite food stories!

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For some Angelenos, there’s no greater gift during the holidays than a steaming hot tamale.

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