Let’s Talk Food
A podcast where we have deep conversations about anything and everything surrounding it with food! A podcast for foodies, health junkies, science lovers, art lovers,and entrepreneurs with inquisitive minds who love culinary arts and catering and the science behind it.....
Podcast Description
A podcast where we have deep conversations about anything and everything surrounding it with food! A podcast for foodies, health junkies, science lovers, art lovers,and entrepreneurs with inquisitive minds who love culinary arts and catering and the science behind it.....
Episodes

Oct 29, 2025
Oct 29, 2025
55 min
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
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Oct 26, 2025
Oct 26, 2025
43 min
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
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Oct 22, 2025
Oct 22, 2025
38 min
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
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Oct 20, 2025
Oct 20, 2025
44 min
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
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✨ Tune in for the laughs, lessons, and a little foodie gossip — because on Let’s Talk Food, every bite tells a story!

Oct 15, 2025
More Than a Meal: Understanding World Food Day”
Oct 15, 2025
Oct 15, 2025
57 min
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
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Instagram: @coopiesamericancuisineandseafoodTikTok: @coopies.americanYouTube: youtube.com/@aprilfontenot9354
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Oct 13, 2025
Oct 13, 2025
52 min
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.
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Oct 8, 2025
Podcast Update
Oct 8, 2025
Oct 8, 2025
6 min
“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
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Oct 1, 2025
Season 3 Finale! Eat, Pray, Love!
Oct 1, 2025
Oct 1, 2025
54 min
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:
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Sep 29, 2025
Sep 29, 2025
48 min
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
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YouTube: aprilfontenot9354 Let’s Talk Food Podcast
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Sep 24, 2025
Sep 24, 2025
47 min
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.
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For collaboration requests, share recipe ideas, funny stories, and leave feedback on the show. Email me at april3802@outlook.com.
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