Jan 12th, 2006 · The young percussionist known as Suphala studied for years with Ravi Shankar's tabla player, the late Usted Allarakha. As part of the series Musicians in Their Own Words, Suphala describes how she gets the tabla to speak in many languages.
Dec 3rd, 2005 · Chefs are using unusual sea salts from around the world to flavor all sorts of food. Debbie Elliott talks to Seattle candymaker Fran Bigelow about her award-winning confection: a chocolate-covered caramel topped with smoked sea salt from Wales.
Oct 22nd, 2005 · Jazz singer and pianist Shirley Horn's graceful career began in the 1960s, and lasted until her death this week at 71. Her voice and style put her in the ranks of Ella Fitzgerald and Sarah Vaughan.