text:  And you're listening to NPR News. Hey, it's Francis Lam, host of The Splendid Table. This week, we're all about two great summer traditions. The cookout and getting out of the car on a road trip to get a snack in the gas station. We've got the chefs behind L.A.'s beloved restaurant Kismet and photojournalist and gas station aficionado, Kate Medley. Coming up on The Splendid Table. Beginning this morning at 9...