Episode 59: Tradition, Paint Fails, and a Side of Grasshopper Pie
- Three Lil Fishes Podcast
- May 15
- 2 min read
This week, the sisters are cooking up more than just dinner — they’re diving deep into family traditions, cherished recipes, and the sweet stories that keep generations connected. From legacy apple pies and strudel to the hilariously disastrous tale of a DIY patio project gone wrong (spoiler: there were scissors and spray paint involved), this episode is full of laughter, warmth, and a few tears. They also weigh in on meaningful gifts for teenage boys, share their thoughts on the new Pope, and test out some fancy new nail polish. Come for the Eggs Benny, stay for the Crisco cookies. It’s classic Fish. Kathy’s Take: I’m Giving Dazzle Dry a Shot
Okay, so I’ve officially had it with what gel polish has done to my toes. I love that it doesn’t smudge and stays put, but every time I take it off, my nails look like they’ve been through a war — dry, spotty, and straight-up sad. My friend Sarah (yes, the secret jeweler!) swears by this stuff called Dazzle Dry. It’s supposed to be this magic in-between — dries in minutes, no UV light, no damage, and actually lasts about a week. Honestly, if it gives me decent color and keeps my nails from looking like chalky nightmares, I’m all in. I’ll keep you posted!
Also, for my Grasshopper Pie
I use Ree Drummond's recipe that I'll link here.
Nancy’s Fried Chicken Confession (and a Tip from Great Grandma Tudic)
Okay, full disclosure — I don’t actually make the fried chicken in our house. Tim does. He butchers the whole chicken himself, so you know it’s serious (and actually cheaper). But the real magic isn’t just in the technique — it’s in the tradition. This recipe goes all the way back to his Great Grandma Tudic (Mary), and for years, she kept a secret step to herself: soaking the chicken in salt water. It’s that little extra step that makes all the difference — tender, flavorful, and totally next level. We break it out every 4th of July, along with german potato salad for a picnic at our Hollywood Bowl night, and it’s one of those recipes that connects generations. Crispy, juicy, delicious, nostalgic perfection.
Lynne’s Apple Pie (With a Side of Family History)
This apple pie recipe is a straight-up heirloom. It came from our dad’s mom — and trust me, she didn’t give it up easily. She always said she’d show our mom how to make it, but somehow she’d turn her back just when it got to the good part. Total pie secrecy. But one day in high school, she let me in on it. I got the full step-by-step, and now it’s my go-to pie. My family loves it, and every time I make it, I feel that connection to her. It’s sweet, simple, and filled with just enough sass — just like Grandma.
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