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, turns 30 this year. For three decades, the program has helped home cooks feel more brave, curious and connected through the food we share. 

MPR News guest host Catharine Richert marks the anniversary by talking with Splendid Table host and James Beard Award-winning food writer Francis Lam. 

They’ll talk about food during the holiday season — how to take the stress out of holiday meals, how to be a thoughtful guest and how to get out of that “same-old recipe” rut.     

The Splendid Table is celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2025 with a live show at the Fitzgerald Theater in St. Paul on Friday December 5th at 7:30 p.m. You can buy tickets 

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Looking for tips on holiday hosting? Or a failproof dish to bring to a party? MPR News guest host Catharine Richert talks with writer, chef and host of The Splendid Table, Francis Lam.

The weekly radio show, The Splendid Table, turns 30 this year. For three decades, the program has helped home cooks feel more brave, curious and connected through the food we share. MPR News guest host Catharine Richert marks the anniversary by talking with Splendid Table host and James Beard Award-winning food writer Francis Lam. They’ll talk about food during the holiday season — how to take the stress out of holiday meals, how to be a thoughtful guest and how to get out of that “same-old recipe” rut.     

What to cook, what to bring: Holiday tips from The Splendid Table

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What to cook, what to bring: Holiday tips from The Splendid Table

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