The Rice Table
The Rice Table Podcast is a vibrant celebration of food, culture, and heritage — bridging East and West. Hosted by Jeff Keasberry, author of four cookbooks on Dutch-Indonesian cuisine, each episode explores a new topic, from iconic dishes and hidden culinary gems to family recipes, customs, history, and cooking tips.
At his table, Jeff welcomes passionate guests for engaging and often surprising conversations. Some episodes are in Dutch — because, like his cuisine, being bilingual is simply part of the flavor.
Follow Jeff Keasberry on Instagram and leave comments: https://www.instagram.com/jeffkeasberry. More info: https://linktr.ee/cookingwithkeasberry
- Update frequency
- every 33 days
- Average duration
- 52 minutes
- Episodes
- 53
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Cooking Up Community: The Story Behind Studio Bumi
Listen to the new episode of The Rice Table! Bagus Ruswandi, founder of Studio Bumi in NYC, shares how his journey from an Instagram meal-prep service to communal dinners with rotating chefs is reima…
Oma Keasberry vertelt Deel 2 | Nostalgie & Familieverhalen
Welkom bij The Rice Table Podcast – een speciale Nederlandstalige aflevering vol nostalgie, familieverhalen en culinaire geschiedenis.
We halen dierbare herinneringen op aan mijn Oma Keasberry. Dankzi…
Noodles: The Pull of Comfort
Why do noodles have such a hold on us? In this episode, we twirl our forks (and chopsticks) into the comforting, cross-cultural world of noodles. From Italian spaghetti to Chinese lo mein, we explore…
SPAMtastic: The Annual Tradition of Actor Norman De Buck
What do you get when you combine a Hollywood commercial actor, a love for canned meat, and an ever-growing guest list? You get Norman De Buck’s legendary annual SPAM party. In this episode, we sit do…
New cookbook: A Deep Dive into Dutch Indonesian Heritage Cooking
I’m excited to share an excerpt from a conversation between online hosts Alice and Ian as they dive into my new cookbook, Dutch Indonesian Heritage Cooking. Their discussion explores the flavors, sto…
Episode in Dutch Indo Brothers in America – 11
Maak je klaar voor een spetterende aflevering van “Indische Nederlanders in Amerika – Indo Bros in the USA”! Deze keer gaan de Spice Boys weer los met verhalen, inzichten en die unieke Indo-flavour. …
Say Cheese! Marieke Penterman’s Inspiring Journey
Discover the remarkable story behind Marieke Gouda in our latest podcast episode! Growing up on a dairy farm in the Netherlands, Marieke Penterman’s love for cheese was practically in her DNA. But it…
Episode in Dutch Indo Brothers in America – 10
Maak je klaar voor een gloednieuwe aflevering van “Indische Nederlanders in Amerika – Indo Bros in the USA”! In deze bruisende aflevering duiken de Spice Boys diep in hun Nederlands-Indische roots en…
Episode in Dutch: Indo Brothers in America – 9
Maak je klaar voor een nieuw seizoen vol Indo-plezier in de nieuwste aflevering van "Indische Nederlanders in Amerika - Indo Bros in the USA"! Sluit je aan bij de Spice Boys terwijl ze praten en deep…
Episode in Dutch: Indo Brothers in America - 8
Bereid je voor op een dosis Indo-plezier in de nieuwste aflevering van "Indische Nederlanders in Amerika - Indo Bros in the USA"! Sluit je aan bij vier vrienden terwijl ze praten over hun Nederlands-…
Simpang Asia: A Culinary Crossroad of Indonesian Delights
In this episode, Leni and Welly, the married proprietors of Simpang Asia, take a virtual seat at the Rice Table. They share their inspiring journey from Indonesia to Los Angeles, discussing how their…
Episode in Dutch: Indo Brothers in America – 7
Maak je klaar voor een dosis Indo-plezier in de nieuwste aflevering van "Indische Nederlanders in Amerika - Indo Bros in the USA"! Sluit je aan bij vier vrienden terwijl ze praten en diep duiken in h…
From the Netherlands to the Nation's Capital, with Chef Ype Von Hengst
In this captivating episode, we sit down with the remarkable Chef Ype Von Hengst, as he takes us on a mouthwatering journey through his culinary world. As the co-founder and executive chef of Silver …
Death by Durian - a murder mystery at 30,000 feet
As the tension builds and secrets unravel at 30,000 feet, join us on a gripping journey through the twists and turns of "Death by Durian." Don't miss out on the mystery that will keep you on the edge…
Episode in Dutch: Indo Brothers in Amerika – 6
Maak je klaar voor een dosis Indo-plezier in de nieuwste aflevering van "Indische Nederlanders in Amerika – Indo Bros in the USA"! Sluit je aan bij vier vrienden terwijl ze lachen, praten en diep dui…
Oma Keasberry vertelt
Een speciale aflevering in het Nederlands, waarin ik herinneringen aan mijn OMA KEASBERRY deel. Tevens laten we Oma zelf aan het woord. Ik deel fragmenten van een interview met haar voor een radiopr…
Episode in Dutch: Indo Brothers in Amerika - 5
Terug van weggeweest. Ga er voor zitten. De 5e aflevering van Indische Nederlanders in Amerika - Indo Bros in de USA in het Nederlands. Voeg je bij vier vrienden terwijl ze diep ingaan op de humor en…
Food Crimes Against Italian and Indonesian Cuisine
Welcome to a tantalizing new episode of The Rice Table podcast, we talk about unmasking culinary violations and taboos against Italian and Indonesian cuisine. What do the two have in common? Tips on…
American Stuntman Turned Indonesian Food Enthusiast
For this podcast episode, we invited a fascinating guest who combines two intriguing worlds: Hollywood set and Indonesian cuisine.
Meet our guest Steve Tartalia, an American stuntman. He offers a uni…
Rijsttafel Sparks Debate and Spring is Here
Welcome to The Rice Table podcast, where we delve into the intriguing world of rijsttafel again – a dish with an interesting history. Originating in Indonesia during the Dutch colonial era, rijsttafe…