Point of Contention

Published: Dec. 14, 2019, 4:50 a.m.

b'Passions flare hotter than a brick oven this week as we delve into tension spots in the food world \\u2013 from the dining room to paperbacks. Jessica Krainchich discusses seafood with an extra helping of murder alongside mystery author Shari Randall. H Conley talks to both reviewers and chefs in a piece on the power dynamics of food criticism. We hear Luke Griffin interview Nancy Torres, an activist who explains the impact that development has on our local Bushwick community. Kevin Barnum finds himself in the thick of a classic culinary debate as he explores how New Yorkers react to Chicago-style deep-dish pizza.\\n\\nThe holiday season is all about food and community. There\\u2019s no better time to show your support for food radio by becoming a member! Lend your voice and help HRN continue to spreading the message of equitable, sustainable, and delicious food \\u2013 together, we can change minds and build a better food system. Go to heritageradionetwork.org/donate\\xa0 today to become a crucial part of the HRN community.'