Show Notes
All aboard the Culture Train! This time weāre heading to the sunny seaside town of Nafpaktos, Greece! Join Asher and Kristen as they visit their friend Mr. Dino, a passionate chef and storyteller, in his cozy family kitchen overlooking the sparkling Gulf of Corinth. Together, theyāll explore what makes Greek food so special, from flaky, cheesy tyropita to creamy, salty feta, and discover how every bite tells a story of family, history, and love.
Weāll stroll through cobblestone streets, learn about the ancient Venetian castle watching over the harbor, and hear how language, food, and family are deeply woven into Greek life. Plus, Asher gets brave enough to try feta for the first time (and spoiler: he actually likes it!).
š½ Featured Guest: šØāš³ Mr. Dino, creator of Loud Mouth Kitchen on YouTube, where he shares approachable recipes from his Greek heritage and beyond, with lots of personality and heart.
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Website: https://loudmouthkitchen.com/
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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loudmouth_kitchen
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Credits
Host and Produced By: Kristen Kim
Co-Hosts: Asher & Arden Kim
Guest: LoudMouth Kitchen, Mr. Dino
Featured Music: Miqayel Voskanyan
Produced by Culture Kids Productions, a nonprofit dedicated to helping children embrace a multicultural mindset.
Post Production & Audio Engineer: Robin Lai
Academic Consultant: Elisha Li
Nonprofit Consultant: Ami Awad
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