Food Farms & Chefs: Recent Episodes

Kevin Wilson

we are a Food show with a very successful restaurant industry Author, a highly respected Chef and a Food Photo Journalist interviewing the biggest names in the restaurant industry, discussing the latest Food trends and our Chef and panel give recipes and cooking tips...the Food Radio Show section of www.phillyrestaurantreviews.com has 124 of our past episodes...this show was formerly titled "Dining On A Dime"

This week's episode began with Min Kong, the Director of Culinary Innovation for Dig Inn. Dig Inn is a healthy, fast-casual eatery concept that is expanding within Philadelphia and its surrounding suburbs. We then switched gears and spoke with the Chef and Co-Founder of Get Saucy, a dietary and allergen-friendly sauce company based out of California. Chef Suhan Lee, a Co-Founder of Get Saucy, joined me from his home-base in New York to discuss their lineup of sauces that can be a big hit for all eaters at your table! Lastly, we heard from Lee Leung, who is the Regional General Manager for Fearless Restaurants. Lee joined us to announce the recently-launched breakfast, brunch, and mid-day options at Triple Crown. Fearless Restaurants always offers a dynamic combination of food and vibes, and now Triple Crown can help you power through your next breakfast meeting, family visit, or simply just to enjoy a delightful meal!

Related Links:

https://www.diginn.com

https://getsaucy.com

https://www.triplecrownradnor.com

On this week's episode of Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show we centered our focus on a particular cause, the fast rising foodie event which benefits the Fight On Makenna Foundation. We opened the show with Chef Brian Duffy, who discussed his involvement in the Bite for the Fight Food Festival as the event's headliner celebrity chef. Our host learned that during the event, Chef Duffy performed cooking demonstrations and meet-and-greets for his fans. After sharing his background in the food industry and the significance of how much it meant to be involved with Bite for the Fight, Chef Duffy helped introduce our listeners to the event and Fight On Makenna Foundation's Co-Founder, Rich Massi.

The show then focused on Fight on McKenna Foundation's mission and how they offer support for families facing the battle against pediatric cancer. Bite for the Fight Food Festival's proceeds directly impact the various programs and initiatives offered through the Fight On Makenna Foundation, a charitable organization that raises awareness of pediatric cancer and offers support for families that rely on weekly treatments from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia's (CHOP) integral cancer treatment services. The conversation concluded with details about the foundation's ongoing initiatives and opportunities for supporters to get involved through donations, social media, and future event participation.

For more information on this week's guests, please follow these related links:

https://www.fightonmakenna.org
https://www.bite4thefight.com
https://chefbrianduffy.com/about-chef-brian-duffy/
https://duffifiedexperiencegroup.com

White Dog Cafe - Glen Mills and Executive Chef Michael Selser

Host Amaris Pollock spoke with White Dog Cafe's Executive Chef Michael Selser regarding their upcoming wine dinner happening inside the Glen Mills location. The exclusive dinner will pair a signature menu from White Dog Cafe to pair with a variety of Pennswood Wines, an event that will sell out fast and is happening on Wednesday September 24th 2025 at 6pm. Chef Selser explained that attendees will enjoy a 5-course tasting menu paired with 5 local wines from Pennswood, including their new White Dog Red vintage. They plan to educate guests about the pairings and local ingredients while providing a unique dining experience. The dinner, priced at $70 per person, will culminate with a steak dish meant to highlight their new vintage of the White Dog Red blend. https://whitedog.com/glenmills/

Wilder - Center City Philadelphia and Executive Pastry Chef Russ Johnson

Our host next chatted with the Executive Pastry Chef for Wilder, located in the heart of Philadelphia's center city. We first learned about Chef Johnson's career path and the creative and technical aspects of pastry making. After learning about Chef Johnson, we turned a page to find out about Wilder's upcoming tasting event coinciding with author Leni Zumas' new book, "Wolf Bells." The tasting event, happening on September 23rd, 2025 at 6:30pm, highlights dishes inspired by excerpts from the book and sales of the event benefit the non-profit organization: Savage Sisters. Additionally, Chef Johnson discussed the fall dessert menu that he is currently developing, incorporating seasonal ingredients like muscadine grapes and granny smith apples. And stay tuned till the end to find out about even more exciting new opportunities happening with Wilder! https://www.wilderphilly.com

Riamede Farm - Chester, PA and Owner Ashley Asdal

Amaris and Ashley Asdal, who is the owner of Riamede Farm, discussed the history behind Riamede Farm which is located in Chester, NJ. The farm has been producing apples on its orchard for many years, and Ashley shared her unexpected journey from a career in the Navy to becoming the farm's owner. After taking over ownership of Riamede, Ashley has been expanding upon what they have to offer, including summer vegetable picking, spring blossom festivals, and fall activities like pumpkin picking and line dancing. She highlighted the farm's history as the first pick-your-own orchard in 1973 and its community-oriented approach, offering educational classes and events throughout the year. Ashley also mentioned that she has started hosting weddings and other large events in her barn and is excited about her first wedding this fall. Feel free to begin your plans to visit Riamede Farm this Fall, as they'll be open from August 1st to November 5th, 9am to 4:30pm Tuesday through Sunday, with live music and food offerings on weekends. https://www.riamedefarm.com

Fearless Restaurant Group's "Dining Out for the Dogs"

Jamie Blackburn, who is the Director of Public Relations for Fearless Restaurants discussed the upcoming 8th annual "Dining Out for the Dogs" event at White Dog Cafe on August 4th. The event benefits Alpha Bravo Canine, a nonprofit organization which provides service dogs to veterans. The event will be held at suburban locations and will feature special menu items, including a popular hot dog flight, puppy kissing booths, and Tito's cocktail offerings. Blackburn emphasized the importance of reservations, especially for the VIP dog-friendly tables, and highlighted the opportunity for community members to volunteer as puppy raisers for the service dog program.

Farina Pasta Bar

Our host next sat down with husband and wife team Dan and Taylor Lee who own Farina Pasta Bar, located in Philadelphia. Dan shared his journey in the culinary industry to starting his business, eventually meeting his wife and business partner. The couple now runs both a food truck and a brick-and-mortar restaurant, balancing their busy schedules while inspiring others with their delicious dishes.

Dan and Amaris discussed the concept of a pasta restaurant, where customers can build their own pasta dishes by choosing sauces and shapes. Dan explained that they make fresh pasta in-store, offering four main shapes, and plan to expand to include flavored pastas in the future. They discussed the differences between American and Italian dining portions, with Dan noting that their restaurant aims for a casual, lunch-focused concept with reasonable portion sizes. Dan also discussed Farina's customizable menu options for private events, including pasta, sauces, and gelato, as well as their unique pasta salads. He explained that their Rittenhouse location at 132 South 17th Street offers both in-store dining and takeout, and they can be found online at farinaphl.com and on Instagram @farina.phl.

Revolution Bees

Lastly, Steve Occiolini and Walter Talunas discussed their journey into creating Revolution Bees. Steve and Walt are both beekeepers, with Steve starting his process of beekeeping to enhance his garden's productivity, while Walt was drawn to the hobby after reading a blog about beekeeping. They both emphasized the importance of bees in pollinating crops, with Walt noting that honeybees are responsible for 30-60% of all crops. They have been successful beekeepers for over 20 years, with Walt now maintaining over 40 hives.

Mead Production and Flavor Experimentation
Amaris and Walt discussed the process of creating mead, a honey-based alcoholic beverage along with a number of other products that their company creates. After chatting about the process of what the honey goes through for the various products, Steve and Walt shared the history and process on mead-making, ending with where you can purchase their products and find them in person, including farmers markets, Renaissance fairs, and wine festivals. For more information and where to find them, please visit revolutionbees.com.

Anna Hackman's Journey From Law to Botanicals

We began this week with Anna Hackman. Anna shared how she transitioned from working as a real estate attorney into the world of horticulture, and through persevering through a few mistakes...how her passion for herbs and living a healthy, natural lifestyle led to owning her business, The Naked Botanical. Anna finds joy through helping people improve their health through her herbal products and the continuous learning process involved in growing and understanding herbs. You can find her teas, salves, hydrosols, and many more products that she lovingly grew, created, and processed for your use on her website at https://thenakedbotanical.com or in person at various farmers markets.

Rex at the Royal's Executive Chef, Coco Sanzetenea

Coco Sanzetenea joined us on Food Farms And Chefs Radio show, first sharing his culinary journey, starting with his experience at a Princeton eating club where he learned to make beer and dishes from scratch. After moving to Rhode Island and working in multiple kitchen jobs, including a busy Irish pub and a high-end restaurant with a pizza oven, Coco eventually moved to Philadelphia. He began his Philadelphia restaurant career at Rhino Bar, where he worked under a notable mentor before moving on to work inside a former renowned restaurant in Philadelphia. All of which eventually led him to his current role as the Executive Chef at Rex at the Royal. Chef Coco discussed the elevated menu offerings at Rex at the Royal, including their signature fried chicken, and the Catfish & Waffles (a Philadelphia-inspired dish). He highlighted their Bourbon Mussels as a standout dish and mentioned their popular Wednesday burger night featuring a house-made pimento cheese burger. Among all of the delicious foods, Coco also lamented the new Cocktail Program that Rex at the Royal is launching with their new Beverage Director at the helm. And with so much to look forward to, as Rex at the Royal is also a cafe and bottle shop, as well as a venue space to host private events. For more information about Chef Coco and Rex at the Royal...stay tuned till the end and visit https://www.rexphl.com.

Specialty Food Association & The Summer Fancy Food Show Experience

Amaris shared her experience at the Specialty Food Association's Summer Fancy Food Show in New York City, where she was introduced to Savory PR's Jennifer Lea Cohan by Chef Clara Park. She described the event as a comprehensive showcase of food brands, including startups and established vendors, across multiple floors featuring international foods, plant-based products, and cultural offerings. Amaris highlighted the opportunity for networking and brand exposure, mentioning specific products like a tomato-free barbecue sauce and cultural seasonings, and expressed her gratitude for attending, encouraging others in the industry to consider participating in future shows.

Elijah Milligan's New Restaurant Venture

Elijah Milligan, who is the Chef and Owner of Love Child in Philadelphia, began this week's show, discussing his brand-new restaurant. Set to launch in the Fall, Love Child has been a labor of love and perseverance; Elijah has been working towards this new venture for five years. After explaining the name's significance, Elijah discussed that his restaurant will offer wood-fire contemporary American cuisine with global influences. He plans to serve small plates, a raw bar, and grilled meats, with a focus on technique-driven dishes incorporating flavors from various cultures. He wants to ensure the best experience for visitors, including sourcing ingredients from 20 different suppliers from local and international vendors for the freshest and highest-quality ingredients. Leading up to the Love Child's launch, Elijah is planning pop-up events in Philadelphia, New York, and DC to tease the opening. You can follow Elijah's journey and updates through Love Childs' social media channels or by visiting their website, https://lovechildphilly.com.

Riamede Farm

Amaris and Ashley Asdal, who is the owner of Riamede Farm, discussed the history behind Riamede Farm which is located in Chester, NJ. The farm has been producing apples on its orchard for many years, and Ashley shared her unexpected journey from a career in the Navy to becoming the farm's owner. After taking over ownership of Riamede, Ashley has been expanding upon what they have to offer, including summer vegetable picking, spring blossom festivals, and fall activities like pumpkin picking and line dancing. She highlighted the farm's history as the first pick-your-own orchard in 1973 and its community-oriented approach, offering educational classes and events throughout the year. Ashley also mentioned that she has started hosting weddings and other large events in her barn and is excited about her first wedding this fall. Feel free to begin your plans to visit Riamede Farm this Fall, as they'll be open from August 1st to November 5th, 9am to 4:30pm Tuesday through Sunday, with live music and food offerings on weekends. https://www.riamedefarm.com

Gardens of Sol

Brittney Portes joined us on Food Farms And Chefs to discuss Gardens of Sol, which focuses on urban agriculture and food equity. She shared her journey to become a farmer and educator, emphasizing the importance of connecting people with food and nature. Brittney explained her approach to teaching gardening, including workshops on container gardening, seed saving, and cooking, as well as virtual classes for those unable to attend in-person sessions. She also highlighted her efforts to address food insecurity by partnering with local organizations and encouraging the sharing of surplus produce through established relationships with food pantries. Gardens of Sol will help to educate and enrich your lives, and your community through its initiatives and if you would like to find out more about Brittney and her programs, please visit https://www.gardensofsol.com for more information.

Innovative Catering Concepts and Wawa Welcome America (00:00)

Rocco Gallelli, the food producer for Wawa Welcome America, discusses his role in coordinating food and drink for the festival. He explains that this is his 18th year managing the event, which includes various activities from June 19th to July 4th, culminating in the Party on the Parkway on July 4th that typically attracts about a quarter million people. Rocco describes the challenges of managing food logistics, including weather considerations, historical data analysis for planning, and balancing inventory to avoid shortages or overbuying. Rocco continued his discussion of catering for the upcoming 4th of July event in Philadelphia, highlighting a shift towards healthier menu options for crew catering. Mentioning how he coordinates 25 food trucks offering diverse cuisines, as well as his own trucks serving popular festival foods. Rocco also noted the trend towards healthier eating but observes that at street fairs, people often indulge in traditional favorites. He also touches on catering for celebrities and his upcoming projects, including events in Tennessee and Williamsport.

An Upcoming Mobile Cocktail Bar by Mark Grabowski

Currently you can find our next guest while he works for Mid Atlantic Bartenders, a company that handles staffing for events along the east coast. However, Mark Grabowski joined the show to discuss his plans for starting a mobile cocktail bar business. After discussing his experience in the bartending industry, he is now branching out on his own. He aims to provide customizable bar services for events using a trailer, offering a more stylish and flexible alternative to traditional portable bars. His passion for creating a memorable experience was evident as he explained the importance of meeting the needs of his clients. Including his approach to what's trending in the industry, noting the growing trend of mocktails and his expertise in creating appealing alternatives for non-drinkers. You can find Mark on "X" at @MarkTBartender and email address marktbartender@gmail.com.

Byzantine Empire Catering and Drunken Hen Eatery and Winery

Amarildo "Mo" Boyco and his wife, who have backgrounds in the culinary industry, started the Byzantine Empire Catering Food Truck about seven years ago. The business combines Mediterranean and Latin cuisines, reflecting Amarildo's Albanian heritage and his wife's Colombian background. Recently, they expanded their operations by opening a brick-and-mortar establishment called Drunken Hen Eatery and Winery in Mayfair. Although guests can visit Drunken Hen during regular operating hours, your next event can be catered via Byz Empire Catering as well as the Drunken Hen, with a wide variety of foods to choose from. He explains that the Drunken Hen focuses on comfort food with a fine dining twist, and can offer that same level of service through Byz Empire Catering's food truck. Looking forward, Mo will be vending at this year's Summer Ale Festival at the Philadelphia Zoo on July 19th, and Northern Liberty's night market on July 23rd!

Related Links:

https://www.icccatering.com/about
https://july4thphilly.com
https://midatlanticbartenders.com
https://www.instagram.com/byz.empire/?hl=en
https://drunkenhen.com

This week's show began with Kelsey Timmerman and his new book which focuses on regenerative agriculture, where they discussed his journey from anthropology to author, and the different farming practices around the world. The show continued with Melanie Ganzman from Fluffy Farms, who shared her success with a USDA grant for their silvopasture system and sustainable farming operations in New Jersey. The show ended with Lee Leung, the Regional General Manager of the Fearless Restaurant Group. Lee discussed all the latest trends for hosting a private party or event, the new European-based menu at Autograph Brasserie, and the full capacity of what Triple Crown (their newest restaurant and event space) can offer!

Related Links:

https://kelseytimmerman.com
https://www.patagonia.com/home/
https://fluffyfarms.grazecart.com
https://www.triplecrownradnor.com
https://www.autographbrasserie.com

Chef Clara Park: Eat Cetera & The Cinema Chefs Podcast

Clara discussed her various projects, including her partnership with Drexel University where she offers recreational cooking classes on weekends, and her podcast " The Cinema Chefs" which is recording its final episode of season one. They cover food scenes from movies, with topics ranging from specific foods to special occasion dining. With her passion for culinary education, Clara believes in highlighting how foods can improve people's health, save them money, and help build a fuller sense of community. She also discussed the importance of teaching basic cooking skills to empower people and change their lives, noting that many lack foundational culinary knowledge.

Ayesha Dolasa & Noble Mushrooms

Amaris welcomed Ayesha Dolasa who owns Noble Mushrooms along with her husband, Jacob. With a background in Environmental Engineering and her husband's entrepreneurial spirit, Ayesha explained the science behind mushroom cultivation, emphasizing the importance of sterile conditions for growing safe and healthy mushrooms. Ayesha also shared information about different types of mushrooms, including the cultivation, health benefits, and culinary uses behind some of their products, like Lion's Mane and Cordyceps mushrooms. She mentioned Noble Mushrooms' grow kits and classes, as well as their online presence and market locations.

Chef David Feola: Culinary Journey & Corio

Amaris interviewed David Feola, whose culinary career began in New York City after initially pursuing film school. David shared his journey from working in prestigious kitchens like Veritas, Gramercy Tavern, and Jean-Georges to helping to open Vernick and working in Ember & Ash in Philly. He highlighted the challenges of breaking into the competitive New York City restaurant scene and the pivotal role of personal connections in his career advancement.Chef David explained the concept and atmosphere of his new restaurant, Corio. He emphasized that he and his partners wanted Corio to be an approachable, casual dining experience while maintaining high culinary standards. He described the menu as innovative, featuring their innovative takes on dishes; like creating clams in white wine sauce as a pizza and a mushroom-based chopped cheese sandwich called Mushroom Duxelle. Corio is currently serving lunch and dinner, and currently offers cocktails through neighboring business Two Locals Brewing; full catering services and their wine and cocktails program are still in development.

Related Links:

https://claraparkcooks.com
https://www.eatceteraphilly.com
https://www.instagram.com/thecinemachefs/
https://www.noblemushrooms.com
https://www.njmyco.org
https://nofanj.org
https://www.coriophilly.com
https://www.cooknsolo.comhttps://www.hearthsidebyob.com
https://www.bondfiremediaco.com
https://www.twolocalsbrewing.com

After learning how Gina Lizzo's career brought her into her role as Main Line Today magazine's Managing Editor, she and our host discussed all the fun and excitement that will happen at this year's Best Of the Main Line and Western Suburbs Party happening on July 31st at The Drexelbrook! The annual event is a year in the making, and highlights the top businesses within the region by way of tasting and sampling what those places offer! This year, you'll be treated to live music by the Jellyroll Band, along with sweet and savory foods, beverages, and desserts by this year's winners. Along with all the dining and dancing, there will be a silent auction held, which benefits Baker Industries. For more information and to purchase tickets for the event please visit Main Line Today online.

Our next guest's path is paving the way towards a healthier coastline. Principal Founder, John Zander, spends painstaking hours growing and collecting salt hay on Cohansey Meadows Farms. Salt hay is integral in the health of the coastline, as well as offering many other beneficial uses for agriculture, meat farms, private use, and more. With a degree in Mechanical Engineering, John's laser-focus on problem solving comes in handy; farming salt hay along with other indigenous plants is a tasking project. During the interview, we learned how he grows and harvests the salt hay, the importance of it, along with his other endeavors on the farm. For more information, tours, and what he offers please visit Cohansey Meadows Farms online and in-person in Fairton, NJ.

From Australia to New Zealand to America, our final guest is helping you handle your hunger. Founder, Owner, and Chef Michael Peacock joined our host to chat about G'Day Gourmet. His hand-held Aussie meat pies are not only delicious--they've gone viral! After moving to the USA and starting a business with his cousin, "Big Mike" offering something that America did not have: His beloved Aussie meat-pies.There are always fan favorites--including his collaborations which led to the Butter Chicken Meat Pie (Jordan Mailata), and the Hawaiian BBQ meat pie (Poi Dog's Chef Kiki Aranita)--which a portion of each pie sold goes to Chef Hui's Maui Relief Fund. What's even better? You can have his meat pies shipped directly to your door, arrange for Chef Mike to cater your next event, or meet him in-person inside the Link! For more information on Mike and where you can purchase his meat pies, please visit G'Day Gourmet online, and follow him on his socials to see where his food truck is vending!

Related Links:

https://mainlinetoday.com/events/best/
https://www.bakerindustries.org
https://www.cohanseymeadows.com
https://gdaygourmet.com
https://www.poidogphilly.com
https://www.chefhui.com/maui-relief

This week's episode began with an interview of Suzanne O'Brien, CEO of Royal Restaurant Group, who discussed her career in the restaurant industry and the success of their partnership with the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society's pop-up garden. This was followed by an interview with Maria Stewart, who is the owner of Gorgeous Goat Creamery. Maria shared her background in academia and nutrition before transitioning to goat farming and dairy production. The final segment featured Danny O'Malley, Founder of Before the Butcher, a plant-based meat company. Danny explained his journey from acting to food service and production, and discussed his company's plant-based protein products along with the environmental impact of meat eating versus consuming plant-based foods.*Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show, Episode 325

Northeast Farmers Market Season
Host Amaris Pollock welcomed Devin Cornia who is the Executive Director of the Northeast Farming Association of New Jersey back to the show. They discuss the upcoming farmers market season and the opportunity for people to interact with farmers and learn about agriculture. They also discussed Devin's history within the industry, along with some of the programs, initiatives, and the publication "The Natural Farmer" which NOFA provides to the community.

NOFA's Local Food Initiatives:
Devin explains that NOFA (Northeast Organic Farming Association) is a 50-year-old organization with seven state chapters supporting organics, land stewardship, and local food. The New Jersey chapter, which is 40 years old, focuses on supporting community and economic vehicles that make local food work. Devin discusses the challenges and opportunities in the current economic environment, emphasizing the need for collaboration and investment in local economies to build resilient, self-reliant food systems. He also highlights the importance of organic farming for health and the environment, and shares two exciting projects: a commercial kitchen to support value-added product creation for farmers, and a grains project involving a documentary and grain processing equipment installation to strengthen the local grain economy.

NOFA-NJ Updates and Initiatives:
Devin also discussed NOFA-NJ's upcoming events and website, encouraging people to check for future activities starting in July. Amaris and Devin also talked about NOFA-NJ's outdoor project which is nearly complete and can accommodate around 50 people. That space will open the doors to future opportunities for dining events, discussions, and more--which both farmers and the surrounding communities can benefit from.

------------------------------------------- Next Segment------------------------------------------ Annette Anthony's Book Tour Event at Free Library:
Annette Anthony, author of "Always Enough: A Global Memoir," discusses her upcoming event at the Free Library of Philadelphia as part of World Heritage Week. The sold-out event, scheduled for Tuesday evening, will include a talk, book signing, and food tasting featuring two seasonal salad recipes from her book. Annette shares her background as a native Philadelphian and how her experiences in West Philadelphia and as part of a military family shaped her global perspective. She expresses excitement about Philadelphia being honored as a global city and its renowned culinary scene, including the recent attention from Michelin.

Cookbook and Cultural Flavors:
Annette discusses her cookbook and her love for Ethiopian food. She shares a humorous story about taking her father to an Ethiopian restaurant for the first time, where he mistook the injera bread for a napkin. Annette explains that her cookbook includes recipes from various cultures and that she enjoys seeing readers make the recipes their own. She highlights the Casablanca Couscous recipe as a versatile dish that can accommodate different dietary preferences. Annette also mentions that she is working on another cookbook and emphasizes the importance of being mindful about food choices.

------------------------------------------- Next Segment------------------------------------------ Chef DiMeo's Culinary Empire Expansion:
Chef Antimo DiMeo discusses his culinary journey and how his passion led him to form the Bardea Restaurant Group with numerous concepts, all located in Wilmington, Delaware. He shared what inspired him while growing up; with his origins founded in his grandmother's kitchen. After a brief period studying finance at Drexel University, he found himself focusing on the fermentation of dough and decided to pursue his passion. This decision resulted with DiMeo learning his craft under a Michelin-starred restaurant in Naples, Italy. DiMeo then returned to the US, and after working in a notable restaurant in PA, he began his journey as a Chef-Owner and opened his first restaurant, Bardea Food & Drink. Since then, he has expanded and now offers multiple concepts like Bardea Steak, Casa Nonna, and the upcoming Roost. DiMeo focuses on Italian-inspired cuisine with global influences, emphasizing quality ingredients and innovative techniques. He takes pride in elevating Wilmington's food scene, maintaining consistency across locations through a central commissary kitchen, and expresses excitement about continuing to grow and improve the local culinary landscape.

------------------------------------------- End of Episode------------------------------------------ Related Links:
https://nofanj.org
https://annetteanthony.com
https://www.bardeafoodanddrink.com

Host Amaris Pollock first spoke with Revolution Bees and the two Owners/Beekeepers who have turned their honey into a multi-purposed production of infused honeys, alcoholic beverages, and spreads--and the processes in order to achieve each individual product. We then drove to the Jersey shore to visit someone at the Kohr of a Jersey sweet treat: Kohr's Soft Ice Cream! Our host sat with Owner Eva Kohr to learn more about the business' history, flavors, and how to participate in this year's ice cream tour. We ended our show by revisiting Ekiben, a restaurant brand that fuses Asian and Ethiopian cuisines together offering a delicious array of menu items to ignite your appetite...all while helping the communities they serve.*Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show, Episode 323

Summary:

Tracy's Culinary Career Journey:
Amaris and Tracy discussed her personal experiences and career path that led her into the culinary industry. This included her journey from being a jeweler to becoming a bartender and eventually a manager at various restaurants, including Rosalie in Wayne. She highlighted the opportunities for growth and learning within the Fearless restaurant company, which she has been a part of for many years.

Rosalie's Unique Features and Event Spaces:
Tracy discussed the restaurant's unique features and its role as a venue for special occasions. She highlighted the restaurant's beautiful architecture, rustic design, and romantic ambiance, making it a popular choice for baby showers, bridal showers, and rehearsal dinners. She also mentioned the hotel's lobby, which serves as a contemporary space for cocktail parties and other events. She emphasized the restaurant's ability to cater to various needs and preferences, from casual dining to more formal events.

Rosalie's Spring Menu and Happy Hour:
Tracy discussed the new spring menu at Rosalie, emphasizing the farm-to-table concept and the use of fresh, seasonal ingredients. She highlighted the consistency of certain dishes, such as gnocchi and Castanelli, and the changing setup of the menu to keep it exciting. Tracy also mentioned the homemade pasta and the personal pizzas, which are popular among guests. She expressed her preference for the Bronzino dish and praised the burrata cheese. The conversation also touched on the happy hour specials, including discounted menu items and drinks.

Rosalie Brunch Menu and Reservations:
Amaris and Tracy discussed the brunch menu at Rosalie, a restaurant in the Wayne Hotel. Tracy highlighted popular dishes such as the egg in the hole, Shakshuka, and mushroom toast. They also mentioned the crispy potatoes as a side dish. For those interested in visiting or booking private events, Tracy provided the website fearlessrestaurants.com and the Wayne Hotel as contact points.

Roosters Coffee House:
Family-Owned BusinessClaudia Molina, who is the owner of Roosters Coffee House, discussed the family-owned business and its unique features. Claudia explained how the business came about, emphasizing their goal of creating a welcoming community space. They also highlighted their commitment to sustainability, including a refillable store offering grains and other items, and the use of repurposed materials in the coffee house's design.

Community Art and Support Initiatives:
Claudia discussed her passion for art and community, highlighting her shop's mural and local artist collaborations. She shared her gratitude board and pay-it-forward initiative, which aim to foster community support. Claudia also mentioned hosting events like pet adoption and small business markets, and her shop's in-house coffee roasting and brewing process. She expressed her desire to create unique and fun experiences for customers, especially children.

Roosters Coffee House Menu Options:
Amaris and Claudia discussed the various coffee and food options available at Roosters Coffee House. Claudia highlighted the popularity of the caramel haystack and pistachio drinks, as well as the Taylor ham and cheese croissant. They also discussed the testing process for new menu items, which involves customer feedback. Amaris expressed interest in trying the oat milk flat white with a Taylor ham and cheese croissant. Claudia provided information on how to find Roosters Coffee House online and in person. https://www.roosterscoffeehouse.com

Birchrun Hills Farm:
From a previously recorded segment on Feb 27th, 2024:
Our final guest literally offers the cream of her crop to all of us; Sue Miller co-owns and operates Birchrun Hills Farm located in Chester Springs, PA. The first-generation and family-owned and operated farm offers cheeses produced from the milk of the 80+ holstein cows they raise. Their award-winning cheeses can be found inside the kitchens of local restaurants, at farmers markets, and on-site at Birchrun Hills Farm. And for anyone curious about their cheeses, tune in till the end of our show to find out how you can sample some for yourself! For more information about the Miller's, Birchrun Hills Farms, and locations their products are sold, please visit https://birchrunhillsfarm.com.

Michelle Delp is the Regional GM for Fearless Restaurants, and she joined our host so we could SPRING into what's fashionable to eat in University City! Louie Louie offers a vibe that feels very European French Bistro, and with their sidewalk-based seating now open, and new spring menu available and Happy Hours extended...everyone who visits can enjoy the atmosphere and menu options no matter what they're looking for! Whether you're looking for a lighter, brighter meal or dining for a richly, decadent dinner...Louie Louie offers whatever you desire to indulge in. And stay tuned for all the new happenings for Louie Louie, including details about their Espresso Martini Tower, events that are coming up, and of course...what to dine on when you're there!

https://louielouie.restaurant

What you eat matters, which is something that Corie Coles, who is the 4th generation-owner of Triple C Angus, knows, works, and stands behind. Although Corie initially left the family farm to seek a different career path, she circled back to her family's business later on. Her parents still run the day-to-day operations related to farming, however Corie took on a different role at Triple C Angus. Today, everything that the farm produces has to pass through Corie's hands to ensure they're offering the best cuts of meat to offer each customer. And to her, the individuals who purchase either pieces or shares of her family's beef, pork, and chicken are not just customers--they are part of her community. So not only does it matter that the animals they raise are well-cared for, it matters to her that she gets to know the people who purchase their products. To the Coles, family and community matters--and so does what they take home to eat. To learn more about Corie and Triple C Angus, stay tuned to hear her story and then visit the family farm and website for more information on what they offer.

https://triplecangus.com

Get the latest scoop from Irv's Ice Cream when you tune in to hear from Chef and Owner Ilissa Shapiro! Chef Shapiro just opened her second location on East Passyunk Ave, where you can try out her newest ice cream flavor: Sweet Corn! Make every lick count as she creates her custard-based sweet treats from scratch. Chef Shapiro previously worked inside kitchens on both the West and East Coast, and has always enjoyed making ice cream while working for those restaurants. However, a collaboration created an opportunity that turned into owning her own business, and today Ilissa is scooping up her creative flavors for everyone to enjoy! To hear Ilissa's story and what she has in store, stay tuned to the end of the show and visit Irv's Ice Cream online and in-person at either of her locations!

https://www.irvsicecream.com

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Chef Nomu Reeves joined us to share her story and path to owning Le Sel Catering & Events. Chef Reeves grew up experiencing life from many different cultures and cuisines, and that exposure opened her to a love of the culinary industry with all of its flavors! Later in life, she started out cooking savory items and working inside the kitchens of some prestigious restaurateurs. At some point she switched her focus to become a pastry chef, and eventually turned back to the delights of the savory side of things. Years later her path led her to opening Le Sel Catering & Events, and she has been growing her business ever since!
https://www.leselcatering.com

Decio Mendes began opening 21 Locks Brewing Company in 2017, and has taken steps along the way to refine the brewery, cafe, and event space to reflect everything that he wants his business to be. Though it has taken longer than he had expected, the first-time business owner is elated on how 21 Locks Brewing is turning out and Decio is equally as excited to share all the details too! Currently his operating hours fall on the weekend, but this May he's expanding those hours and would love for you to visit and experience everything he's got brewing up--from scratch-made foods, to house-roasted coffees, and yes...beers he brewed that are on one of his 24 taps!
https://21locksbrewing.com

Colin Dyckman of Boro Cafe Gelateria Patisserie has a deep connection with all things related to the culinary industry, and shares that love through his lattes, pastries, and gelatos. His cafe & gelateria is equally evident of his love of the industry; Boro Cafe's walls are proudly displaying he & his wifes ventures in the industry. There are pots & pans, displays, and so much more that have just as much of a story to tell as the beverages and foods that Chef Colin's expert hands have crafted. To hear more of Chef Colin's story and Boro Cafe, please visit him in-person and online at:
https://www.borogelato.com

We began with Chef Anthony Bonett from @Moshulu, who's about to enter into his new role as the Chef at Triple Crown, located in the Radnor Hotel in Wayne, PA. Chef Bonett has been working inside restaurants in Philadelphia for most of his career, landing a job with Fearless Restaurant's Marty Grims 15 years ago, and has worked for the family-owned business ever since. His career has long since focused on seafood-heavy cuisines where he offers creative meals to entice everyone's palates. Today, he joined us while getting ready for the FR Restaurant Week, Easter Brunches, and his interesting twists on foods that we all love for the new Spring menu at Moshulu! https://www.fearlessrestaurants.com
https://www.fearlessrestaurants.com/moshulu
https://www.triplecrownradnor.com

Next, our host was joined by Keith Wallace who's name is synonymous with all things wine, including Founding a top-tier school for budding sommeliers and wine makers. His career stemmed from working inside kitchens to wine making, from penning the book, "Corked & Forked" to contributing to different publications. As a person who looks for new and exciting ways to expand his career...he started a program for sommeliers and winemakers at 31 years old which offers a wider accessibility for everyone to learn the industry. His expertise and craft is finely-tuned so that he can ascertain what your taste in wine might be, and judge so accurately that his choices end up obtaining 90+ ratings from Wine Advocate and Wine Spectator.
Wine School: https://www.vinology.com
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/after-wine-school/id1787586745Book: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/corked-forked-keith-wallace/1102622248

Our final guest set her sights on business ownership within the culinary community early on, first trying her hand with interesting twists as a baker, then as a caterer, she started a ghost kitchen as well, and finally landed on her brand: Chubby Chicks. Shakiera Turner, aka Chef Kiera has been turning up the levels on comfort food in the heart of Philadelphia. Although Chef Kiera has faced some issues after opening the doors for her new location at 1111 Walnut St in Philadelphia, she's finding a way to keep the upbeat and fun atmosphere going. She just launched her new Party Boat, happening once a month through September which leaves from Atlantic City, NJ. If you want to find out ALL the events/happenings that Chef Kiera has in the works, stay tuned in till the end of Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show, episode 318!
Website: https://chubby-chicks-cafe.square.site/menu
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Recipes-Chubby-Chick-Chef-Keira/dp/B0CMF5HB4NYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzGuJujcZ7xaKLpiGzGlYjQ

We first heard from Insatiable restaurant's Owner, Denise Gesek. Denise's passion for the culinary industry began while spending time in the kitchen with her grandparents making gnocchi and other Italian dishes from scratch. Never losing her love of cooking, Denise attended Johnson & Wales and continued her outstanding career by working at prestigious restaurants across the United States, even meeting one of her childhood idols along the way. Today, Chef Denise offers her a menu which highlights European and American classics with her twist on them!
https://www.insatiablephilly.com
1200 S. 21st Street, Philadelphia, PA 10146
P: 267-319-8932

Lauren Covas is a Food Network celebrity chef who has brought her Portuguese background and their cuisines to the pages of her new cookbook, "Little Portugal: Bold and Flavorful Portuguese Cooking from My New Jersey Kitchen." Growing up on a farm Chef Covas learned how to prepare everything by hand, including making foods like Salted Cod and hand-making sausages from scratch. Inside her new cookbook she shares the recipes that she loves, along with cooking tips as a classically-trained Chef. When you pick up Little Portugal, you'll not only enrich your life with the meals you're about to create...you'll also enjoy the stories about them. And if you're looking to have your next party catered, Chef Lauren Covas provides a one-stop opportunity to host your next gathering or party--from anything you need to set up to the menu, she can provide it all!To pre-order her book online (to be released this July) find it on her website, Amazon, or at Barnes & Nobles.
https://www.cheflaurencovas.com
E: Info@chefcovascatering
P: 732-673-4070

Evan Blum is a lover of the beer scene and Co-Founded the online platform (and now an events company) BrewedAt. BrewedAt highlights breweries around the Philadelphia region, offering a youthful take and in-depth look on America's favorite past-time...hanging out & grabbing a beer. Blum and his fellow Co-Founder, Cole Decker, created the digital and social media company along with interviewing local brewery owners on a streamable platform under the name The BrewedAt Podcast. Today, Blum joined our host on Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show to talk about their brewery tour and all the details on how to participate in this year's BrewedAt Crafted in Philly, 2025 in partnership with Let's Rallie, a downloadable app. Crafted in Philly begins in April and runs for 3-months, offering the opportunity to experience and indulge in a free-pour when you visit participating breweries. For more information about BrewedAt and the tour stay tuned till the end of the show, and then visit their website for tickets and other special offers!
https://www.brewedat.com
https://letsrallie.com
Tickets: https://letsrallie.ticketspice.com/craftedinphilly

The owner of Goodlands Food Co, Anna Dausman, joined us to take a more in-depth look into her career and what ultimately led Anna to building a business based on hot sauces. As a young girl, Anna already showed an entrepreneurial spirit--making her first attempt at a culinary career with a cake-baking business. Although that initial concept did not pan out, she nevertheless pursued a career which created opportunities for others to build up themselves and their communities. And as another opportunity knocked, Anna found herself drawn back to the culinary world while growing ghost peppers in her plot of land at her local community garden. Soon she found herself making hot sauces that everyone loved, and Goodlands Food Co. was born! Today, you can hear all about Anna's story and what she offers when you tune into the show...and then check out her website to find where her products are sold in your local area!https://goodlandsfood.co

Inspiration can strike at any point, and Diane Holtaway knows that more than most individuals who start a new business, so after years of helping others build and refine theirs, Diane set out to start a business of her own. Today, Diane owns Heirzoom Bakery which has been steadily growing since its inception. Her concept was to offer authentic ethnic baked goods the way they were meant to be...meaning she uses natural, quality ingredients without all the chemicals and additives you'll find in store-bought brands and on the shelves of bakeries and/or the baked goods aisles. Her biggest inspiration was her Aunt Betty, who made Kiffles (a popular Hungarian Pastry) for family gatherings and women's groups and never came back home with any leftovers. Inspired to share the love, Diane pays homage to both her Aunt Betty and the Kiffles via her hand-baked versions called Fennomes. Today, you can taste those cookies (and more) when you order them online and have them shipped to your door, or by visiting her website!https://heirzoombakery.com
fb: https://www.facebook.com/fennome/

Elegant and regal is one way to describe the ambience you'll discover upon entering Autograph Brasserie in Wayne, PA, and their General Manager, Willie Fajotina, joined us to describe the entire scene--from the decor, menu, and more! From extended Happy Hours, to Fearless Restaurant's Restaurant Week (April 7th - 13th), Easter Celebrations, and hosting private events...you can fulfill all of your dining needs when visiting Autograph Brasserie! And be sure to stay till the end to find out what dish both Willie and Amaris were drawn to...it's just that delicious!!!https://www.autographbrasserie.com

Philly is known for a lot of things, but if you're in the know--then you know about Milk Jawn. If you don't, then by all means tune in to learn how Milk Jawn's owner, Amy Wilson, began her path to starting this sweet-tooth friendly ice cream business and turning it into a much-loved, Philly-based brand. Between picking flavors that are unique and utilizing localized purveyors, Milk Jawn's ice creams end up tasting rich, creamy, and oh-so dreamy. Want to know more about Amy and Milk Jawn? Be sure to stay tuned to learn, and also to find out what Amy might be up to next!https://milkjawn.com

Meal prep like a pro with our final guest, Josh Broder and his plant-based meal delivery business, Root to Fruit! Josh's passion for the culinary industry was rooted in his childhood and grew stronger as an adult. Drawn to sustainability and healthier eating, along with his own personal decision to switch to a plant-based diet, Josh launched his business to offer an ever-changing menu that is well-balanced and creative. So, whether you're looking to add healthier meals into your daily routine or too busy to create a delicious meal for yourself...make sure to check out what Josh has to offer and often, as his menu changes every week!https://www.roottofruitphl.com

Chris Lerch is a Co-Founder of Not Pizza, a beverage that's grabbing headlines and attention due to a genius marketing plan aimed at grabbing your attention. We all love pizza since it's become a part of our lives as a go-to comfort food, so Chris landed on that name when he thought about what he (and friends) like when hanging out: To have pizza and something that is not pizza (aka a beverage). With a name chosen, Chris and his co-founders at Not Pizza sought out the best tasting pre-canned cocktails to put on the shelves for all 21+ people to enjoy. Today, Chris and his team offer four distinct flavors, with several others that are ready to launch this coming Spring & Summer, and if you want to learn more about Not Pizza, Chris, and what's in store...be sure to tune in till the end!
https://www.drinknotpizza.com

During our next segment, we spoke with Bryan Szeliga who is the Owner of Fishtown Seafood. As far as what we put in our bodies is concerned, I'd rather eat something that came from the Earth or Water without any additional chemicals--something that Bryan noticed was not being offered from other companies that sold "fresh" seafood products. Throughout his interview, you'll learn a lot about what happens to the foods we buy from other stores. For this reason our host personally wants to buy fish specifically from Fishtown Seafood, after learning the difference of what other stores offer, and the healthier, higher quality foods that Fishtown Seafood offers. If you want to learn something new and make some better choices for what you consume, listen to Bryan's full interview and be sure to visit one of their locations in PA or NJ!
https://www.fishtownseafood.com

Entrepreneur, Speaker, Cookbook Author, Nutritionist, and this week's final guest on Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show is Meridith Coyle, who joined us to chat about ANEU Kitchens. There's a lot to unfold with all that Meridith handles, but we took a deeper look into the healthier side of comfort foods from ANEU Kitchens and healthy snack options with YEU snacks. In essence, our bodies are machines and we need to fuel them with the foods that will keep us going throughout our busy days. So, Meridith created a business that offers nutrient-dense grab-and-go options based on foods that we love. She also offers catering at ANEU, as well as offering informative classes via her Longevity Labs, so you can nourish your mind, body, and spirit to increase your own longevity in this life! If you want to learn more about Meridith, ANEU Kitchens, YEU Snacks, and her Longevity Labs then stay tuned until the end of this week's show and visit one of her locations in New Jersey or Pennsylvania!
https://aneukitchens.com

We began with friends from White Dog Cafe Chester Springs and their Executive Chef, Rob McKee. Chef Rob's culinary career is why he is so versatile in the kitchen, having initially learned on the line, and circled back to the industry via a culinary degree. Chef Rob earned his marks while working in kitchens across the US, and is now back in his home state working at White Dog Cafe in Chester Springs as their Executive Chef. He's now gearing up for not only the seasonal changes to their menu, he's also preparing the dishes that will be offered during Fearless Restaurant's Restaurant Week (FRRW) specials, happening this April 7th-13th. So tune in to find out more about Chef McKee, what to look forward to for their Restaurant Week and other specials coming this Spring!

Now it's happenstance that our host has crossed paths so many times with our next guest, who joined us to talk about West and Main's two dining options, Hook and Ladder Skybar & Kitchen, and 1874 Social. After some humorous back and forth between our host and West & Main's Executive Chef, Edward Hancock, they'll jump into how Chef Hancock's career adds to the opulence of both Hook & Ladder and 1874 Social's menus. From options as simple as grabbing a coffee or cocktail & a sandwich from 1874 Social to a Wagyu Beef Board at Hook & Ladder, you'll find your way to any food-lover's heart. You can even plan a staycation surrounding your night out, or plan ahead for your St. Patrick's Day celebrations so you can enjoy all the festivities, then stay overnight. Stay tuned during this segment to find out all the ways you can enjoy visiting West & Main in Conshohocken, PA from Executive Chef Edward Hancock!https://www.hotelwestandmain.com
https://www.hookandladderskybar.com
https://www.hotelwestandmain.com/restaurants-conshohocken/1874-social
Chef Hancock's YouTube Recipe Demo Video: https://youtu.be/Vc5wpftx0Nc
Lastly you'll hear from Katelynn Ennis-Wolf, whose business Kreations by K is a one-stop shop for anything you might need to host a fabulous gathering! You'll hear how she began as a teacher, eventually finding her way to owning and operating Kreations by K, which offers everything from equipment rentals to charcuterie grazing tables. So if you're looking for a balloon sculpture, grab-n-go charcuterie cups, or places to sit while you eat...listen to Katelynn's full interview and then check out her socials (website to come!) to find out more!https://www.facebook.com/kreationsbykco/

We began this week's show with Kim Bernaus, the owner behind Unruly Nature - a company which offers products that are very versatile. Whether choosing a delicious way to start your day, enjoying a snack, or enhancing the meals you might create, Unruly Nature granolas offers unique flavors that will surprise you. "Each Bag is handmade with care from small batches utilizing gluten free and vegan ingredients, antioxidant rich elements and is defined by our unique, delicious flavors," stated on the website. Tune in to hear from Kim on how you can get creative with her granolas, and "fuel your next adventure!"
https://www.unrulynature.com

Next, Amaris sat down with the General Manager of Testa Rossa in Glen Mills, Luke Tamney. One of Fearless Restaurants groups latest concepts, Testa Rossa (which means Redhead in Italian) includes an array of Italian-based dishes offering lunch, dinner, and brunch (weekends only). Testa Rossa offers a scratch-made menu, working with locally-sourced ingredients. And you'll hear from GM Tamney how this fiery new location will indulge your senses. And be on the lookout for a new, fun Fearless Restaurants event where they'll host their own restaurant week. Tune in to hear more exciting announcements that will be coming soon to Wayne, PA and to learn more about Testa Rossa!
https://www.testarossa.restaurant/

We're offering a happy Cheers to end the show this week, with Robin Commiskey who owns Wallace Dry Goods in Ardmore, PA. Robin and Amaris had an affable time throughout the entire conversation, chatting about Robin's one-stop zero-proof shop. Robin had years of retail experience and a desire to own a business, however, she wanted to open something she felt passionate about. And as Philadelphia began trending towards the NA (non-alcoholic) beverages and bar experiences, Robin's own life choices and passion for the movement also aligned with the trend. As such, she started Wallace Dry Goods and now offers a huge selection of NA brands and beverages. So if you're looking for an alternative to offer at your next party, on your own, or to mix into your cocktails to lower the amount of alcohol in your drink...check out what Wallace Dry Goods has in the store!
https://wallacedrygoods.com

Our host is spending time with Geoff Feder, the first guest of the new year. Geoff is the owner of Feder Knives, a business that provides the necessary tools every chef needs. Forging knives not only make a statement (check out his signature design collection) but are the perfect tools for any professional or budding chef. Geoff's craftsmanship hails from an artists and chefs background, where he melds the artistry behind blacksmith and creativity in the kitchen, designing knives that will help give you the cutting edge over your competition. However, Geoff emphasized that his knives are not for show, he wants you to use them daily to create delish meals at home, and to forget that you're using an exemplary tool--enjoy the ease that the sharp edges and careful craftsmanship garners for every slice, dice, and chop that you make.
https://federknives.com

Next, we spoke with Owners Chris & Jen Harvey of Pond Pit BBQ, located in Sandy Creek, NY. Chris and Jen offer a variety of smoked meats along with a plethora of scratch-made sauces, side dishes, and desserts inside Pond Pit BBQ, all of which you can find on their facebook page. The complexity of the flavors are a result of being in the smoker for at least 12 hours along with dry rubs and for the Turkey...a twice brining process. And for anyone who enjoys Pork Rinds, feel free to visit and have them made-to-order, or try their viral sensation: The Pig Pen, offering a selection of their smoked meats and sides with two BBQ sauces. Looking forward to visiting when it is warmer outside? Check their Facebook page out or stay tuned till the end to find out some of their upcoming events!
https://www.facebook.com/PondPitBBQ/

We're sharing a little something sweet to end this week's show with Nikki Thompson, the owner of Nikki's Sweet Bean Pies! Nikki's career has changed over the years, beginning as an accountant before pursuing her current passions as a nurse and Founder/Baker of Nikki's Sweet Bean Pies. As a mother of several children, she learned to manage the many tastes and cuisines that each family member required including one of her son's who decided to become a vegetarian. Aiming to satisfy every sweet tooth in the house, along with providing a healthy alternative...Nikki researched and created her twist on a bean pie. If you're curious to taste one for yourself, head on over to her facebook page to place your order, or stay tuned to find out where she'll be popping up next!
https://www.facebook.com/nikki.thompson.3551

We have the dynamic and always appreciated Owner and Director of Business of Fearless Restaurants Group, Sydney Grims joining us first. With all the holiday festivities happening, Sydney and Amaris chatted about the recently opened Testa Rossa in Glen Mills, PA and the newest addition to the White Dog Cafe locations in Chester Springs, PA. With newly added events across several of the Fearless Restaurants family of dining establishments, including chef-led classes where you take home what you make, their annual WDC PJ Brunch, and Galentine's celebrations - there was a lot to cover and even more exciting news to look forward to! Tune in to find out how you can score tickets to one of their events, when they will happen, and even more locations in store for 2025!https://www.fearlessrestaurants.com
IG/FB/TikTok/LI/YT: @fearlessrestaurants

We almost had a round table discussion with our next guests, as one of our long-time friends of the show joined us with her new clients from Jalsa Indian Kitchen on the show. Chef, Culinary Instructor & Restaurant Consultant, and Food Host Chetna Macwan along with Jay & Kinjal Patel who are both Managers of Jalsa Indian Kitchen. Our very own FF&C's host recently attended Jalsa's Media Night to introduce the restaurant and event-spaces to those in attendance. With a large variety of flavors and menu items to choose from, there was an abundance of dishes to sample from during the event--and when you visit too! The focus is to feel transported to India when you visit, immersed by way of the decor, friendly staff, and with every course of your family-style cuisine. We were treated to a live dance demonstration when we were there, and you can too! Listen till the end to find out more on what you can taste, experience, and see when you visit, including a new ticketed event where you can learn to belly dance!https://jalsaindiankitchen.com
IG/FB/Yelp/Google: @Jalsa Indian Kitchen

We ended our show with a little announcement: We're taking a much needed break in the new year until February 2025! But don't fret - we'll still have shows for you, as we'll play some of your and our favorites! So, until then....our team at Food Farms And Chefs is grateful to all of you and our guests, and we wish all of you a very happy holiday season!

We began with Executive Chef Todd Butler, who's mastery of the culinary arts spans the globe. Chef Butler is bringing his expertise to Topside Tavern, which offers a variety of starters, mains, and desserts that reflect his travels. Chef Butler's menu has a strong influence of Asian cuisine fused with an American Pub style, so you can look forward to experiencing flavors that will tease your taste buds with something new. Tune in to hear more about Chef Butler and what you'll indulge in when you visit Topside Tavern!https://topsidetavern.com
IG: @topsidetavernphilly

Next you'll hear from Nikki Graziano, owner of the recently-opened Bar Palmina in Philadelphia's Fishtown neighborhood. Nikki's backstory is quite the comeback story; one that took a lot of perseverance and inner-strength along with finding her own way to have a good time. So, after a few unforseen life events, Nikki has opened a non-alcoholic bar for all to enjoy! There's been an on-going trend in the world of mocktails, n/a beers, wines, and liquors, and Bar Palmina is the perfect spot to hangout while enjoying some zero-proof drinks. Want to know more? Check out what Nikki has to say on this weeks show, and make sure to grab a seat at Bar Palmina!https://barpalmina.com
IG: @barpalmina

Be sure to follow the directions after finding a great recipe from one the cookbooks from Binding Agents, a store that is full of products, information, and cookbooks! Binding Agent's owner, Catie Gainor joined our Food Farms and Chefs family this week, chatting all about her new foodie hub in Philadelphia's Italian Market. If you're looking for that perfect gift for the food-enthusiasts in your life, a new recipe book to try out, or unique gifts that any home cook or chef would like....then let Binding Agents 'stir' you in the right direction! And make sure to listen to Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show, Episode 309 to hear from Catie and the exciting news she has in store for 2025!https://www.bindingagentsphilly.com
IG: @bindingagents

McKenna's Bar was originally started by the family's patriarch in 1981, a role that daughter Lane McKenna has since taken over after his passing. Lane joined us this week to discuss how she is continuing their family's legacy, continuing to offer a space for neighbors to enjoy their laid-back atmosphere, with easy food options, PBR specials, and a lot of fun. If you're looking for the number one spot to grab a PBR City-Wide special, you needn't look any further than McKenna's Bar; they hold the record for pouring PBR and are gearing up for another celebration! So tune in to find out how you can score some free swag, take the stage during their last EMO Karaoke competition and possibly win a cash prize--I don't know about you, but I think that sounds like a great way to spread some holiday cheer!
IG: @McKennasbarphilly

Fizzy Mama is a modern twist on an old-fashioned soda fountain, and Mama Hawks Kitchen & Coffee is a spot to indulge in all things sweet and savory. So feel free to grab a seat at either of Owner Liz Hawkins' businesses to enjoy one of her delicious menu items! And before you partake of the fanciful delights, be sure to tune in to this week's show to learn how Liz went from quilter to restaurateur who's always creating something new for you to try!
https://fizzymamasoda.com IG: @fizzymamasoda
https://www.mamahawks.com. IG: @mamahawkskitchen

If you want to purchase something original for yourself, or give a gift that stands out this holiday season, you may want to go holiday shopping at Salt & Vinegar in Philadelphia. Owner Jen Honovic Herczeg sat down with our host to discuss how her lengthy ties to the culinary industry lent its hand to opening Salt & Vinegar. Like all good things, the connections and individuals she met along the way led her to stocking her shelves with unique and original products that you can enjoy! She's also excited to announce another way to shop for the holidays as she helps host a number of products, foods, and more from members of the Sisterly Love Collective inside Reading Terminal Market starting this Wednesday, December 11th and running until December 31st! So stay tuned to hear more about the exciting news, Jen's story, and all the amazing things you'll find at Salt & Vinegar!
https://www.salt-and-vinegar.com. IG: @saltandvinegarphl
https://ediblephilly.ediblecommunities.com IG: @ediblephilly
https://www.sisterlylovephilly.com. IG: @sisterlylovephilly
https://readingterminalmarket.org. IG: @rdgterminalmkt

Judy Einhorn expresses that she may not have taken the normal path to joining the ranks of restaurateurs, however with 30 years experience co-owning Seafood Unlimited with her husband David, it's safe to state they're a neighborhood staple. Judy joined our host, discussing Einhorn's history and how she came to know Dave, ultimately winning his heart and eventually becoming the co-owners of the established fish market and casual eatery. Years and a few renovations later, they've turned Seafood Unlimited into an intimate restaurant which offers a menu that new diners and regulars will love!
https://seafoodunlimited.com

Our host might not have correctly guessed how Dale Thomas Vaughn and Elizabeth Menzel met, however the pair's unique take on cocktails is sure to make them rising stars in the industry. With their eyes on the future, Vaughn and Menzel conceptualized Space Bar to focus on molecular mixology while you feel like you're in orbit inside their spaceship-based venue. Vaughn and Menzel wanted to create an inclusive place where visitors can enjoy themselves, no matter where you are from. With molecular gastronomy taking center stage in elevated restaurants, their forward-thinking cocktails have caught the attention of numerous publications, so make sure to not miss out on your chance to drink in what's sure to be a new trend, and check out Space Bar in Pittsburg, PA.
https://www.spacebarpittsburgh.com

While growing up, Matthew Chappina worked inside restaurants and returned to them as an adult, learning and earning his way into becoming a chef. Although he had not worked inside kitchens that were specifically focused on seafood, fate and a few private parties lent to Chappina's focus on owning Perla Oyster Bar. At first Chappina's business began as a mobile oyster truck, offering fresh oysters shucked on-site as catered events and private parties. As his business grew, Chappina expanded into a brick and mortar location in Maplewood, NJ which opened this past October. With his new venue, Chappina now offers a larger menu selection along with a concierge service from Lum's Cellars for wine and beer. Whether you want to enjoy a quick bite to eat or share some tapas with friends, Perla Oyster Bar is New Jersey's newest place to meet & eat!
https://eatperla.com

With years of cooking professionally for high-end and high-volume restaurants, our first guest is no stranger when it comes to creating a dining experience that is sure to leave a lasting impression. Executive Chef Justin Nelson joined our host to discuss his culinary pedigree and how it led him to working inside Live! Casino and Hotel in Philadelphia at The Prime Rib. Chef Nelson has worked at a number of stay-and-play restaurants and resorts, and with his and The Prime Rib's history, it's not surprising that Philadelphia's newest restaurant, casino, and hotel drew his attention. The Prime Rib provides the sophistication of an upscale steakhouse without the fuss of being exclusive. Tune in to learn about Chef Nelson and what you can look forward to when visiting The Prime Rib inside Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia!https://philadelphia.livecasinohotel.com/dine-and-drink/the-prime-rib

Sharing what you're thankful for is a tradition for most families during the holidays, especially on Thanksgiving Day. In that same spirit, our host wanted to share her gratitude with (and for) all of you, along with a quick recipe tip, and asking a question for all of you. So stay tuned to hear what Amaris is thankful for, an easy recipe tip, and to answer her question to all of you!

Our final guest is a friend of the show. Chef Stephen Servis is one of the Co-Founders of Servis Events, and sat down with our host for an update on everything that's been going on since his last appearance on the show. The private-dining caterers Stephen and Nicholas Servis have continued to expand both in their personal and professional lives. Although we are always happy to hear all the great news, we love to spotlight new things available for your dining pleasure--so look for more seating availability, new farm-to-table experiences, wine pairing collaborations and more! Learn about the Servis family and their private dining options when you tune in to Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show, Episode 206!https://servis-events.com

A celebrated Chef, celebrity musician-turned-hospitality director, and an award-winning farm joined Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show this week.

Located in the heart of Media, PA, Stephen's on State is the most exquisite steakhouse and bar on State Street. You can visit Stephen's to experience their newly renovated venue, menu, and cocktail offerings inside their open-air setting. Vince Dimaco, who is the General Manager of Stephen's on State, joined Food Farms and Chefs to detail how you can either enjoy a full dinner service, have a fun night out with light bites and cocktails with friends, and with the holidays fast approaching--host your next celebration inside one of their private dining rooms. https://stephensonstate.com

A little kindness goes a long way, something that Karen Moffitt has believed for her entire life. What began as reminder gifts to her children unintentionally became the building blocks to Little Miss Moffitt, an e-commerce wholesale and gifting business for cookies and dessert bars. Since its inception, Little Miss Moffitt has expanded and can be shipped nation-wide! So, if you want to send a gift from her standard menu of cookies & bars, a selection from her seasonal options, or a combination from them all...you can send a box of appreciation to your loved ones, friends, or even for corporate gifting. https://littlemissmoffittbaker.com

Erika Tonelli Bonnet's father started Center City Pretzel Company in 1981, and settled into its current location in the heart of South Philadelphia. Unfortunately Erika and her family lost their patriarch in 2021, however, Erika was determined to continue her father's legacy and took over the business--and in doing so, she kept a part of her father's memory alive. Today, Center City Pretzel Co. is still a neighborhood staple with lines running down Washington Ave for one of their delicious, soft, and comforting pretzels. And now, it's even easier as they're available to ship nationwide via Goldbelly! Want to know more about Erika and her family's business? Then tune in to Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show, Episode 304! https://centercitypretzel.com

"Chef Keesha's culinary journey began at the Natural Gourmet Institute for Culinary Arts in NYC, where she mastered the art of organic, vegan, and health-supportive diets. With a BS in Information Systems Engineering and an MBA from Simmons College, Chef Keesha brings a unique blend of culinary expertise and business acumen to the Live Loud table. From gracing the NYC fine dining catering scene to dazzling on Epicurious's 50 Person Prep Challenge and making waves on Food Network's Chopped, Chef Keesha is a force to be reckoned with," as described on Live Loud Foods website: https://www.liveloudfoods.com

Cheryl Gilmore joined Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show, first discussing how her career blossomed from one opportunity to the next, and ultimately rooting her path as the Wrightstown Market Manager. Per Wrightstown Farmers Market's website, "On September 29, 2006 the newly founded Bucks County Foodshed Alliance held a Harvest Festival at the Middletown Grange Fairgrounds in Wrightstown to kick off the Wrightstown Farmers Market, a new kind of farmers market that would inspire numerous others in the county." They continued by explaining their mission, which was, "To provide a thriving outlet to connect consumers and producers of local, sustainably grown food products so that it strengthens the community and local farming economy." https://www.wrightstownfarmersmarket.org

Jezabel Careaga's passion, traditions, and love of food is palpable when you hear her story in her own words on this week's Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show. With origins in the hospitality and business management, Jezabel's hands-on approach guided her to creating a venue that was welcoming to not only visitors of Jezabe's, but also to the individuals who work in the spaces that she crafted by hand. Ultimately, she shares the comforting meals she grew up with through her menu, store, and bakery. https://www.jezabelscafe.com

We first heard from Lisa Schoenbeck, who owns Good Good Chocolates--a artisan chocolatier who our host first met during an event years ago, and has been buying chocolates from ever since. Lisa is passionate about only using the highest quality ingredients to create Good Good Chocolate's Bon Bon and Chocolate Bars, something you can taste in every silky bite. The flavors, artistry, and textures that result from her passion will keep you coming back again...and again. And to make it even easier to visit, she is opening up a new location! So tune in to hear the exciting news and find out where and when you can experience her chocolates for yourself!
https://www.goodgoodchocolates.com

We next heard from Jaclyn Ferry who is the owner and self-taught baker behind Ferry Good Treats. Jaclyn began her baked goods journey after making a Marshmallow Whipped Cheesecake for a friend. After tasting it, that same friend encouraged Jaclyn to start selling her cheesecake online--86 orders later, Ferry Good Treats was born. Years later, Jaclyn opened the doors to her store front, and has continued to grow--finding notariety along the way. So make sure to check out Ferry Good Treats to enjoy one of her custom-made cakes, cupcakes, and sugar cookies--just make sure to order 2 to 4 weeks in advance.
https://www.ferrygoodtreats.com

Lastly, we're scooping up some more exciting news with the owner of Cloud Cups Gelato's Galen Thomas. Galen has joined the show before, and our host was more than a little excited to share his big announcement: Cloud Cups Gelato will host a soft & Grand opening in Fishtown! This Friday (November 1st), you can visit Cloud Cups and be one of the first individuals to visit the new location!!! Come out to celebrate their opening, and get the scoop on even more exciting news when you do! Want to know more? Then stay tuned in till the end of Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show to hear what Galen has in store!
https://cloudcupsgelato.com

We first heard from Jack Vo who owns the Baltimore, MD location of Bambu. According to their website, "In 2008, four Vietnamese sisters – Anh, Kelly, Jenny & Julie – opened their first Bambū Shoppe in the heart of the Vietnamese community in San Jose, California. Their exceptionally friendly service and large menu of fresh, healthy, and authentic Chè dessert drinks, crisp boba milk teas, signature Vietnamese coffees, real fruit smoothies and exotic juices captured the attention of the entire San Francisco Bay Area. Today, there are 63 Bambū Shoppes located in 24 states, Canada, and the Philippines and 9 Shoppes in development. Today Bambū continues to deliver a great customer experience and serve their one of a kind unique and 100% vegetarian drinks “Just the way you love it.”
https://www.drinkbambu.com/

John Cohl, who is an OG of the food culture, former host of Dining On A Dime, and currently a Moderator of South Jersey Food Scene joined the show with an update on what's been happening with him since retiring from the radio waves. With a history deeply embedded in the catering business, food trucks, & restaurant consulting world--this guru of all things SJ foodie has a lot to say on what makes a business bloom. Listen in to hear John Cohl's words of wisdom on what can help your (current or next) venture work, and be sure to check out what he's been up to by visiting SJ Food Scene on FB, IG, and BlueSky.
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19ZMtWByRK/

If you're a lover of caffeine then our next guest will pump up your day! The Owner of The Roaming Bean, Penny Folino, joined Food Farms And Chefs to discuss how her traveling coffee carts came to be, and how she is keeping all of us going...one cup at a time.

According to The Roaming Bean's About Us page, "With over 40 years of hospitality experience, our owner understands the importance of quality service and attention to detail. We strive to go the extra mile to ensure that our customers are completely satisfied with every aspect of our service. From using only the freshest and highest quality ingredients to implementing strict cleanliness and hygiene protocols, we are committed to providing our customers with a safe and enjoyable coffee experience. We also pride ourselves on our creativity and work hard to stay up-to-date with the latest coffee trends and innovations. Whether you're looking for a classic cappuccino or a unique and creative latte, we have something for everyone."
https://theroamingbean.coffee

From a food truck, to a new owner, and a sneak peak at a new restaurant--this week's Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show opens the door to hear from the individuals that make dining out an amazing experience!
We first heard from Jaime Juliano, who is the Owner & Pitmaster behind Big Papa Jai’s BBQ. Jaime's business was born from several influences and inspirations: From family members who influenced him, recipes he loved as a child, and finding inspiration while watching a Food Network show with his wife during the pandemic--Jaime found his passion for all things BBQ. Soon after, Jaime was using his skills as a mechanic to weld together a custom smoker so he could have a traveling barbecuer. Today, Jaime has since updated his BBQ equipment as well as offering creative takes and tried-and-true staples for Big Papa Jai's BBQ.

Speaking of staples, the owner behind one of Philadelphia's favorite ice cream shops joined us on the show. Cristina Torres, who acquired Weckerly's Ice Cream about a year ago, gave us the scoop behind what inspired her to go from a corporate job to owning the beloved ice cream shop based out of Philadelphia's Fishtown area. Weckerly's is known to have some of the best ice cream around, and we found out why. So if you're curious to hear what makes Weckerly's such a big hit, as well as finding out the exciting new flavors & opportunities in-store for this fall, then stay tuned to Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show to find out!

Oy Rathpakdy, who is Fearless Restaurant group's Regional Manager for White Dog Cafe, was on to announce White Dog Cafe's new Fall menu, their events coming up, and even more exciting: The opening of Testa Rossa in Glen Mills! Fearless Restaurant Group's White Dog Cafe and their other brands are loved by both locals and visitors to the Philadelphia dining scene, so it's exciting news to share that they're opening a new restaurant for everyone to enjoy. That's not the only exciting announcement--White Dog Cafe has something new to pour over for their cocktail menu too! And stay tuned to find out how you can join in on a howling good time with several other events happening this Fall on Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show!

You may want to pay attention to what goes into your body, including where the foods and beverages you consume are grown and raised. This is one of the things that Ecologist Mark J. Easter discussed on the show and in his newly published book, "The Blue Plate: A Food Lover's Guide to Climate Chaos." The impact that microbes have, whether negative or positive, on Earth's environment can change based on actions we take. In his book, he combines his years of research and experience in his field and focuses his attention on what fuels Earth's carbon emissions crisis, and how we can help reverse the cycle through our consumption of food. He breaks down each chapter like a plate of food while attending a dinner party, combining his scientific knowledge with personal history and stories. If nothing else, it may change your mind and view on where you buy, eat, and discard your meals and perhaps inspire you after reading Mark's book, "The Blue Plate."(https://www.patagonia.com/product/the-blue-plate-a-food-lovers-guide-to-climate-chaos/)

There is clearly a significant theme for this week's show, and what better way is there to highlight regenerative and sustainable farms than focus on an author who is aiming to heal the Earth through what we grow and eat, as well as spotlighting a group that are looking for the most nutrient-dense, organic agricultural and farms.

So, stay tuned to hear from Matt Kirchner, one of the Co-Owners for Local Bound Collective (LBC). LBC consists of like-minded individuals who wanted to organize a way for organic and sustainably-focused farmers to offer their produce, meats, and products to be available for restaurants, grocery stores, and markets in one place! Matt has worked on farms and inside local grocer chains, and saw a need to advocate for organic farmers who offer bountiful produce, meats, and cheeses so they can help connect restaurants & stores to their local farms. Their initiative also helps to reduce food waste: It aids in providing farm-fresh products for consumers to purchase at local stores, with an eye on the details of the business' needs. IG: https://www.instagram.com/localbound.pa/Web: https://philly-hub.localline.ca/shop

I also popped on to highlight some of Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show guests who focus on maintaining and supporting the farm-to-table, regenerative, organic, and sustainable agriculture & livestock practices. Later, I also dropped some information on some of the places that I've recently found during my driving adventures, which includes restaurants and fast-casual eateries & bakeries in NY, NJ, and DE. So listen to the last short segment in case you want to visit some of the spots that I've been to!

You'll be delighted to know that the NJ farming community is looking out for your best interest, in particular a group of like-minded individuals who formed the Northeast Organic Farmers Association (NOFA) New Jersey chapter. In doing so, they've created an organization which focuses on providing information, fun activities, and yes--produce, from the local farmers, interest groups, educators, and AGRO enthusiasts alike. We've said it numerous times, and I'll say it again: Without farmers, we wouldn't have clothes, food, or beverages. The same goes for all the small (and large) vendors who create goods and services to make those provisions available to all of us, and NOFA is aiming to bring all of them together so everyone can benefit from fresh organic goods, shelf-stable organic products, and so much more! You'll have a blast learning about NOFA , and stay tuned to find out some of the exciting events that NOFA is offering this Fall and Winter!
(https://nofanj.org)

Next, you'll hear from Casey Carroll who owns Coray Kitchen in Delmar, NY. Casey and her husband, Chef Javier Villatoro, their farm-to-table restaurant offers delicious and creative selections that reflect Chef Vialltoro's heritage and culinary innovations from his own garden! He builds upon his menus each year by saving the seeds from what he harvested & used on his menu, which is something he learned while growing up in his hometown. Casey, who loves the benefit from having Chef Javier as her business partner and husband, shares the love behind what brings patrons to Coray Kitchen time and time again, along with the story behind the name, how they met, and what you'll experience when you join them for a meal.
(https://www.coraykitchen.com)

I last spoke with Victoria Lambert, who is a bio-lab technician who's taken her love of science and research into the kitchen when she started her business, Happy Bakery. Victoria first opened her bakery with one vision: Offering cinnamon buns that had creative flavors and options. She soon found success, as well as a need to re-imagine the offerings since she quickly sold-out of menu items on a daily basis. So today, you'll find those warm, fragrant buns along with other items to hit your sweet-loving spot, like fudgy brownies and dense cookies. Need I say more to tempt you? You can find where she's vending at by following her online on her instagram handle at @happybakerywc!

Passion for creating and enjoying the highest quality of chocolates are what drives the owner of Le Rouge Handmade Chocolates and Cakes by Aarti to begin her business. Aarti Khosla was inspired by memories of her father bringing home chocolates from France. Years later, Aarti noticed there was a lack of artisanal chocolate shops where she and her family resided. Seeing a need, she began her pursuit of owning a chocolatier business in her hometown of Westport, CT. Today, her decadent chocolates and custom cakes have won her many accolades from her community and localized media, as well as gaining the attention of our own host Amaris Pollock. Aarti, who's passion for chocolate-making stems from worldly influences, combines unique flavors to tempt everyone's palates and creates each one by hand. So if you're craving richly decadent chocolates, make sure to stay tuned for the full hour of Food, Farms, & Chefs! (https://lerougebyaarti.com)

"Big Mike" Peacock began his Australian meat pie business in the early 2000's, under the original name Flying Pie Guy, having crossed paths with Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show's host since he first started out with a food truck. Years later, and after several big opportunities had been successfully reached, Big Mike is the Founder and CEO of the newly-named G'Day Gourmet with his partner - someone very familiar to Philadelphia Eagles fans! Armed with a streamlined selection of Aussie meat pies, sausage rolls, and a new dessert option, Big Mike and his partner Jordan Mailata's pies are selling out fast from their location out of Lincoln Financial Field, in stores, and online! If you want to hear Mike's story and where to find him next just tune in to Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show, Episode 297!
(https://gdaygourmet.com)

Hanging out with friends to watch the big game is a lot more fun when you're surrounded by the energy of a whole crowd, which is why visiting State Street Pub in Media, PA needs to be on your game-day hangout list. Why? Well, our next guest aims to make every night fun, especially when there's a specific event to celebrate! Caitlyn Bramanti has worked in the industry, honing her skills of being the best host, manager, and server at her family's restaurant. Which helped shape her knowledge on how to plan and host some of the most exciting events inside State Street Pub! And be sure to check them out when you attend this year's final week to celebrate Dining Under the Stars, as they'll have exactly what you're hungry for on their menu!
(https://www.statestreetpubmedia.com)

We began the show with a venue that celebrates all things Austrian & German year-round, with surprisingly delicious twists to what you might think you'd find at a German-inspired pub. Entrepreneur Bibi Singh and her Culinary Director, Chef Pablo Torres decided to start an open The Hoboken Biergarten after Singh acquired The Pilsener Haus & Biergarten--a former business which is well known to locals and visitors alike. Armed with ideas on how to update and expand upon the venue and menu, they made sure that Hoboken Biergarten's food offerings are approachable to everyone's dietary needs--something that has already gained their pub-restaurant some notable attention. Currently, both Chef Torres and Singh are preparing for this year's Oktoberfest, so keep an eye out for specials, events, and so much more! Tune in to find out more about both Bibi Singh and Chef Torres, what they offer, and how you can enjoy your next happy hour when it's actually convenient by listening to Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show!
https://www.thehobokenbiergarten.com

Careful when you tune in to our last segment - as it's a smokin' good time for your taste buds! Owner and Pitmaster, Nick Hancock joined me on the show, and we dug into all the delightful details on how he began his pop-up business, OK Charley's! He landed on creating foods based on Texas-style barbecuing after taste-testing a variety of smoked meats, and felt that he found the GOAT of BBQ styles. Over time he kept his focus, refining the exact recipes and process to offer his smoked products for all to enjoy! And with some of the best timing possible, he joined Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show just in time for another of Philly's pig-skin love: It's E-A-G-L-E-S season!!! That not to say you can't enjoy his BBQ while watching other sports, celebrations, or as a regular meal--however, tailgating can be so much easier when you have it catered. So dig in to this week's Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show to find out how!
https://okcharleys.com

We began with an inside look with Jake Kahan, the Chef and Partner of Sam and Maggie's Dockside Grill, located in Pasadena, MD. Having owned properties under Rockcreek Management Co. at Fairview Marina, it was a life-long dream of Jake's father to own a restaurant. Although neither Marc nor Jake have attended culinary institute, both father and son dove into owning a family-run restaurant business with a huge success! Extending the awe-inspiring vibes with views of the marina, each week the team of family members work together, creating a new menu for guests to enjoy. Sam and Maggie's offers latin and caribbean-inspired cuisines, along with cocktails that are just a seasonally inspired as their dining options. If you're looking to host an intimate wedding, gathering, or simply wish to enjoy a delightful night out--tune in so you can taste what the best of Pasadena, MD offers! (https://www.samandmaggies.com)

Patrick Kohr is a third-generation of ice cream aficionados, and his family's name might ring a bell for anyone visiting the East Coast. Although related to the original Kohr's Bros brand, his mother (Eva) decided to break tradition and offer creative takes on ice cream flavors based on her Filipino roots. So they began offering takes on UBE ice cream, Mango, and other Filipino favorites at their Kohr Soft Ice Cream business, located in Little Egg Harbor, NJ. The new flavors were a huge hit with locals, and now visitors to the non-traditional ice cream spot keep coming back for more of their small-batch ice cream, soft serve, and more! You can hear more about Patrick and his family's Kohr Soft Ice Cream by tuning in to Food Farms and Chefs, or visit them in-person for a flight! (https://www.facebook.com/KohrSoftIceCream/)

Lastly, I chatted with my long-time friend, influencer, and owner of Cultinary Family Farms, Eric de Grandmont. I first came across Eric while scrolling through my social media threads, little did I know that he and I would constantly cross paths by knowing the same friends, covering the same places, and subsequently being at the same place and time. So over the years I've come to know Eric and some of his family members-each time learning more about him and what he does. So, it only made sense to bring him on so all of you can learn about Eric de Grandmont and his family-owned business: Cultinary Family Farms. Eric's family grows garlic and other produce on small plots of land in south jersey, eventually roasting & producing his Vampire Killer-a black garlic-forward pesto (nut free). Find out what else Eric offers and how to purchase his products by tuning in, and be sure to check out his foodie adventures on Cultinary Road Trip (https://www.instagram.com/cultinaryroadtrip) and his family farm (https://www.facebook.com/CultinaryFamilyFarms/)

Frank Sinatra had it right when he sang, "Luck be a lady...tonight," as my first two guests are co-owners of The Lady Fingers Bakery & Bar, located in Bloomfield, NJ. Owners Lauren Kavourakis and Samara Cinque met while working, and continued working inside restaurants in New York and New Jersey, and at one point came up with a plan to start their own business. Today, they are serving up a wonderful array of baked goods, meals, coffee, and cocktails that visitors keep coming back for. And soon, they will be celebrating their one-year anniversary of Lady Fingers on Sept 28th, so stay tuned to find out how you can taste what they have to offer and help celebrate their first year!
related link: https://ladyfingers.com

Philadelphia's known for their love of a good 'underdog' story, and my next guest, Richie Tevlin is banking on his up-coming brewery's branding, Space Cadet Brewing Company. Richie's focus is to offer single-batch brews that offer unique only-offered-once craft brew experiences. He coupled this with a mascot/on-going graphic story that reflects Richie's own journey into brewery ownership, with the concept that each unique can will also be a collectors item. Launching sometime in October, Cadet Brewing Company will offer area bars and restaurants a once-in-a-lifetime chance to enjoy what he has brewing. If you're curious as to what he'll launch first, where he's brewing, and where his launch-party will be held then keep your ears peeled for what Richie has to say!related link: https://spacecadetbeer.com // https://www.instagram.com/spacecadetbeer

Lastly, let's not graze over one of everyone's favorite party platters--Charcuterie Boards! April Collison started Grazing Affair in 2018; the business was such a new concept that there was no previous precedence for it. So, April sought out township officials to ensure her business wouldn't end before it had a chance to begin. Years later, the steps she took to establish her grazing-friendly foods landed her great success, and today she creates everything from 'A Graze for 2' to a full Wedding Table set up.
related link: https://www.grazingaffair.com

I was first joined by Executive Chef Maurizio Peccolo from Ristorante Lucca, located in Bordentown, NJ. Chef Peccolo has traveled the globe, sharing his vast experience in the creative art of authentic Italian cuisine. Having earned global recognition, awards, and author of several recipe books, Chef Peccolo shares his background and passion for the industry he loves. His passion far exceeds the simplicity of an indulgent and delicious meal - as he takes pride in his achievements, Including showing a medal of honor given to him by (fill in the blank), as well as the honor of being a International Judge of the Tiramisù World Cup in 2021. His many achievements are remarkable and well-deserved, however, what he loves most is to create dining experiences for all to enjoy. So, he joined me to chat about the menu and desserts that he's created for Ristorante Lucca, and how you can indulge all your senses in them too.

Related Links:
https://ristorantelucca.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/maurizio-peccolo-20264323b/?trk=public_profile_samename-profile

I next spoke with Tony Altomare who is the owner of Gentili's Pizza & Steaks, located in Exton, PA. I first came across Gentili's while taking care of a friend's pet, trying to find an easy meal that I could have delivered to my friend's home. Little did I know that Gentili's was about to ignite my love for pizza all over again. And why, might you ask, am I sharing this? Because I tasted Gentili's for myself and found myself clamoring for more after just one slice. My adoration of this 'za can only be usurped by Tony's, who described how much effort he put into finding just the right tastes and textures for America's favorite guilty pleasure: Pizza, Cheesesteaks, and Hoagies! As much as he could allow, Tony shared some of his secrets on why his business keeps customers coming back, and what earned his rank in Main Line Today's "Best Of" list.

Related Links:
https://gentilispizza.com

My final guests co-founded the To The Table experience; To The Table is a roaming supper series, highlighting the chefs, farms, artists and more from what Chesapeake Bay has to offer. The intimate dining experience provides an opportunity for the participating chefs to stretch their culinary legs, giving them the freedom to curate a multi-course, farm-to-table and sea-to-table dinner, highlighting the bountiful array of ingredients and services from the Chesapeake region with every bite. The next TO THE TABLE event is happening on September 28th in Annapolis, MD featuring Chef Tae Strain while the soulful sounds from musician Noah Pierre fills the air. Guests will be treated to an immersive evening, hosted on the grounds of Hollywood Farm - a farm that is deeply committed to sustainable agriculture and provides the perfect backdrop for an evening of community, connection, and culinary delight.

Related Links:

https://www.hollywoodfarm.com
Website: https://www.tttsupperseries.com/
Instagram: @tttsupperseries
Facebook: @ToTheTable

Upcoming Dinner: September 28th, 2024
Ticket Link: https://www.tttsupperseries.com/event-details/fall-supper

Time & Location
Sep 28, 2024, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Hollywood Farm, 1701 Pleasant Plains Rd, Annapolis, MD 21409, USA

Sydney Grims' family has been involved in the hospitality industry for several generations, a family that strongly believes in supporting the organizations and communities surrounding them. So when the original owner of White Dog Cafe was looking to sell her restaurant, one that Judy Wicks founded through her passion for preservation, the Grims' and their equal passion were the perfect fit. Years later, Sydney Grims and her father, Marty Grims have continued to grow the White Dog Cafe brand by acquiring, renovating, and offering a delicious variety of experiences through their company FearlessRestaurantsGroup (FRG). Having recently opened White Dog Cafe in Chester Springs, Grims is preparing to open three new concepts under Fearless Restaurants; if you want to hear more about them, then be sure to listen to the show and hear all about it from Sydney!
(https://www.fearlessrestaurants.com)

I next spoke with Koren Draper, who has worked within the catering industry for years. As a result of the pandemic she shifted to preparing meals on a smaller scale as a private chef and caterer. And as one door closes, another one opens and soon Draper found herself building a foundation for her own business: Koren's Kitchen. Through her business, Draper offers healthy, delicious meals for individuals, families, and private parties. In addition to that, she also offers cooking classes so you can prepare and cook meals at home using the same techniques! If you want to learn more about Koren Draper and Koren's Kitchen, tune in so you can take a class, order meals for your home, or find out how she can cater your next event!
(https://korenskitchen.com)

Joshua Hertzberg is deeply involved in the community he grew up in, including working within the political field of his hometown of Sparta, NJ. where every detail counts. Of course, this is also something that extends to his personal life too. So, when Joshua began focusing on what he and his family were eating, it started him down a path to only having the highest quality of meats and produce in his home. This eventually led him to wanting the same quality for his family when they were dining out, and he found was missing from his town. I will let Joshua tell you the rest in his own words when you listen to his interview. However, I will say that you should check out Burger & Butcher if you want to taste for yourselves the level of effort Joshua puts in to ensure that every detail behind his new restaurant matters-including what you eat.
(https://www.burgerandbutcher.com)

The world is a busy place, and we all know a good thing when we taste (and smell) it...and my next guest, Jonathan Pastore and his company Bean2Bean Coffee, is here to help you keep up with life's demanding pace. Jonathan is no stranger to the allure of a rich, dark brew--he started out working in the culinary industry since he was a youth. His passion for the industry grew stronger as he moved onto college, learning the business behind marketing food and beverage companies. Today, his passion for an eye-opening cup-o-joe filtered into providing locals a comforting cup through both the Bean2Bean Cafe, located inside of Billy Penn Studios and to anyone interested in buying their products wholesale. But our focus wasn't limited to that--tune in to hear from Jonathan what else is brewing for this coming September--you'll be barking up the right tree if you do!

My next guest who is the Owner of Lost Worlds Brewing Company, David Hamme, joined Food Farms and Chefs to talk about how he transitioned from his career as a successful business consultant to also owning his own brewing company. His forward-thinking brand has earned him recognition from his surrounding community. Not only for what he has on-tap, but also for all he did to establish Lost Worlds Brewing as the go-to location for night's out, markets, community involvement, and a fun way to learn a bit of history when you visit. With three locations in North Carolina, there's every reason to check out David's entertaining and engaging brewery...and let's not forget to taste whatever strikes your fancy on his beer list!

Lastly, I spoke with someone whose upbeat personality only adds to the sweetness you'll experience when visiting CJ's Sweet Palace in Glenside, PA. Co-owner Janelle White joined me on the show, discussing all things Philly but with a twist: Think water ice, ice cream, Philly Pretzels, and an interesting take on a City Wide Special. If that doesn't entice your sweet tooth, then perhaps one of their fresh-baked cookies can! But I don't want to spoil all the fun. Stay tuned while Janelle describes what CJ's offers and enjoy a sweet ending to this week's episode of Food Farms and Chefs!

Whatever you're looking for, whether to eat, drink, or wear an item...it boils down to the farmers that grow and tend to the land and animals. More importantly we need farmers like Matthew Braud who co-owns Hollow House Farms in Furlong, PA to help bring the farming community new ways to maintain regenerative and sustainable practices, so that local produce, livestock, and products will be available for generations to come. Matthew joined me to discuss the importance of his farming practices, what he and his wife offer, and a deeper understanding of what sustainable aquaponic farming is.

I next spoke with a long-time friend of the show, Megan Hilbert who is the CEO and Owner of Reds Rolling Restaurant I, II, and III. Megan originally joined the show in 2020, and has since grown her business from owning one truck to now having a fleet. There's a reason for that, as her entrepreneurial spirit was backed with a PR & Marketing education, along with a history within the food-truck and restaurant industry. So, it's no surprise that her menu is not only extensive, it's delicious and very filling! Today Megan is looking to expand her brand further - exciting news to be announced in the near future - but for now you can find her vending at local farmers markets, events, or reach out to her to have your next event catered by one of her trucks.

Lastly, I sat down with the co-owners of The Brass Tap in Manayunk, Izak and Danielle Du Plooy. The Brass Tap, which is a Florida-based company, allows owners to customize their menu and beverage program to reflect the surrounding community. As both Izak and Danielle have fondness of Philadelphia, they've since put down roots. The couple, who had originally purchased the building and rented the location out to another business, seized their opportunity to own a restaurant when the former tenant had to close. Today, the Du Plooys offer an elevated menu as well as 30 local beers-on-tap along with Happy Hour specials, Brunch, and special events like trivia nights, live music, and bingo!

Our friend, Niki Toscani, joined us on the show and we did a deep dive, discussing the many collaborations that both she and her co-founder (and husband) have participated in, including their about-to-launch collaboration and turning lemonade into a refreshing and unique mix! I know I was excited to hear about it, and even more excited to taste it once it launches!!! But you don't have to wait to bite into some of their delicious and crisp pickles--you can either pick up a batch at your local store, or have them shipped to your door (nationwide!)!!! If you want to hear more about it, and what Niki and Mike are doing in the very near future (including a sneak teaser for Philly Magazine's Best Of Event)...tune in till the end and find out!

Speaking of collaborating for the benefit of everyone...my next guest is the Market Manager for Rancocas Woods Farmers Market (RWFM) which happens every Sunday running until Oct 13th. Allison Coulter, who goes by Allie, is well versed in farming and the farmers market culture and was happy when she saw her childhood stomping grounds begin a revitalization process. So it made perfect sense for Allie to take on the Management role for the Rancocas Woods Farmers Market. Today, Allie selects farmers and vendors to cultivate a market that offers a one-stop shopping trip for your weekly needs. If you'd like to hear more about the RWFM, events they hold, and what you'll find when you visit--keep listening to find out, and feel free to share with your friends so they can join in on the fun too!

Lastly, I chimed in to boast about some of the places I've dined out at--all of which I recommend for you to visit (and enjoy) and try for yourselves! So if you're interested in some of my recommendations, then be sure to stay to the very end of the episode and hear from your favorite Food Farms and Chefs host's traveling foodie adventures!!!

We began with Jess Remshard and Liz Denon, two cousins who just happened to bartend in order to make a little extra money. That side-hustle eventually blossomed into a business idea now known as Spartacus Events. Their mobile bar can accommodate whatever your party-planning needs are including options for a full bar, a smaller pop-up bar, and more! So reach out to Jess and Liz to add that extra wow-factor for your next party, celebration, or event!

Family means everything to our next guest, which includes making you feel like part of the family when you visit his restaurants in Hatboro, PA. Bob Ross and his wife both worked in the culinary industry, and according to Bob, he always wanted to start a restaurant of his own. Years later that dream came to fruition as he and his wife opened Gypsy Blu. Their new venture was a huge success, so the Ross' decided to expand on their dream and have since opened a second restaurant, Ross & Co. And stay tuned to find out the exciting new events and offerings at Ross & Co. in the coming months!

Our last guest began his culinary journey at an early age, even attending the Culinary Institute of America at only 17 years old. After graduating from the CIA, Chef Matthew Collins eventually landed a position in NYC, working inside some of the more prestigious kitchens. Today, Matthew owns and operates a self-named business: Chef Collins Events. Chef Collins Events is a private chef company where Matthew works with you to meet the needs of your next party, gathering, or intimate dinner, creating unique dining experiences for you and your guests.

My first guest offers a wealth of insight and availability for enjoying healthy, energizing, and chef-driven meals for at home or on-the-go. Anjali Gupta began her career in the corporate world, but found herself drawn into the culinary industry. She was drawn there as a result of leading a too-busy life and wanting delicious and healthy meals that were easy to prepare for her family. This eventually led to her creating Pinwheel Provisions. Now, listeners like yourself (and everyone you know) can eat hearty and nutritious meals while traversing your busy lives. Pinwheel Provisions offers flavor-packed ready to heat and eat, and build-your-own meals inside her BrynMawr-based business. And if you're not looking to cook at home, there's something for everyone--as Pinwheel Provisions also offers a select menu that you can grab-n-go at anytime!

Friends are like family and so are our pets, so I was excited to have my friend, Jaimi Blackburn who is the Director of Public Relations for Fearless Restaurant Group on to announce White Dog Cafe's "Dining Out for the Dogs" event, happening next Tuesday July 16th at all White Dog Cafe locations! The event is BYOD (Bring Your Own Dog) but you'll need to make a Very Important Puppy reservation for your precious furry family member. There's a whole lot more to bark about--with puppy kissing booths, raffle prizes, specialty cocktails by Tito's, and more!!! The pooch-friendly fundraising event will benefit Alpha Bravo Canine, just be sure to listen closely for all the fun details to look forward to!

One of your favorite guests is back, and with so much to share about! Founder, Author, Psychologist, and Organizer behind The Trauma Survivors Foundation, Hospital Heroes Food Drive, The Delaware Beer Festival, and more--Dennis Carradin joined me to talk about his latest book, his new beer collaboration-a Pilsner, and some of his upcoming events, including The Delaware Beer Festival (DBF). What's even better? When you stay tuned, you'll hear an exclusive discount code to attend one of the DBF's sessions--with on-air radio show hosts, live music from Country Music Stars, food, and over 200 beers to sample inside the Wilmington Blue Rocks Stadium!

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Will Porras, who is the Executive Chef at Vault Brewing Company in Yardley, PA learned and honed his knowledge as a chef while working inside various kitchens while growing up, and further refined his craft under some very esteemed chefs. I spoke with Will, learning about his history within the culinary industry and what led him to become Vault Brewing Company's Executive Chef. Taking on the role of an Executive Chef is not for the faint of heart-something that Will has excelled at. Speaking of excelling at things, Vault Brewing Company has created a delicious combination of beers and elevated dining menus that they're now looking to expand (spoil alert--and you heard it first on Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show!). So be sure to keep an eye out for their official announcement by following them on their social media pages, as well as when you visit them in person!
https://vaultbrewing.com

My next guest, Joseph Staffieri, is the owner behind Fusco’s Water ice with two locations in Delaware. Joseph is a chip off the ol' block--quite literally, in fact. His family has owned and operated the water ice business for years, turning peoples muggy and frustratingly-hot summer days into joyful ones with their scratch-made water ice and soft-serve ice creams. However much his father had stuck to their traditional flavor, Joe has been thinking outside of the box and coming up with creative new flavors for the communities and visitors to enjoy. But with all good things, comes the tireless efforts to create it: So every day Joe and his team squeeze out every last flavorful drop of ingredients to create the best tasting water ice around!
https://www.fuscoswaterice.com

Solidified in the Hudson Valley as part of everyone's family, third-generation owner Peter Deising found even more attention for his family's business, Deisings Bakery & Restaurant, after the HBO-based Host of Last Week Tonight's John Oliver purchased equipment that Deising wanted for his bakery & restaurant. Peter had left an inquiry note on the door of the recently-closed chain restaurant, Red Lobster. What happened next was even more note-worthy: John Oliver noticed and issued a challenge to Demising, and in exchange for meeting the challenge the Deising Bakery and Restaurant would receive the equipment he inquired about. I'm a HUGE John Oliver fan, so this is how the Hudson Valley-based business came to my attention, and I was BEARY enticed to have them join me on my show to talk about the JO moment, and moreover to shed more light on the history of Deising Bakery & Restaurant, and what keeps their community coming back after so many years in business.
https://www.deisings.com

When it comes down to it, the time, energy, and effort that goes into plating up that perfect dish is at the heart of every Chef--something that leaves a lasting impression on anyone who visits them. I am grateful every day for what the businesses I eat and drink at offers me. I'm also grateful to all of you who tune in to the show to listen every week, so if there is anything (or anywhere) that you would like to hear from--feel free to send a recommendation for the show by emailing me at foodfarmsandchefs@gmail.com.

There was a lot of energy and positive vibes as Co-Chairs of the Leverage Event, Howard Lebold and Haley Schmidt, along with CDC's 2024 Linchpin recipients Victoria Williams and Co-Founder of Tiny WPA Alex Gilliam, Esteemed 2024 Leverage Awardee Prema Katari Gupta who is the President and CEO of the Center City District (CCD), Co-Owners Mallory Stetter and Justin Scott of Logo Cookies Direct who donated 200 cookies for the event, Head Distiller of KLYR Rum, Rebecca Foxman, Owner and Chef of Fox & Son, Diana Widjojo of Rice & Sambal, and Kyle Cuffie-Scott of Darnell's Cake.

The Leverage Event represented each borough of Philadelphia with amazing Chefs and Restaurateurs, and everyone in attendance were able to sample the decadent small bites and beverages available throughout Philadelphia's Center for Design building--where the event was being held. And all eyes were on center stage as awardees were announced during the evening before CCD's President & CEO Prema Katari Gupta took the stage to remark on being this year's Esteemed Honoree of the 2024 Leverage Awards.

If you would like to hear more about the event, be sure to listen to the full episode and check out cdesignc.org to learn more about what they do, how to help, and what projects the organization have and will be involved in!

I'm certain that all of you LOVE a cup of tea or coffee in the morning, and our first guest is brewing up a great start to your day with her business, The Rose Room Cafe. The coffee and baked goods come with a lot of love, as Jess Sabine and her staff make freshly-baked pastries and other foods from scratch to accompany your cup-o-joe (or tea). The love doesn't end there--The Rose Room Cafe has created a space for the community to get together, hosting events which include first Fridays, private parties, and so much more! So, if this sounds like your cup of tea ;) then make The Rose Room Cafe part of your next destination! (https://www.theroseroomcafe.com)

From Coffee to Bagels...I chat with Managing Partner of Bagels & Co., Mike Marsh. Mike is very invested in what Bagels & Co. has to offer, including the lengthy list of cream cheeses crafted to compliment their abundantly large bagels of your dreams. New York arguably has the best bagels this side of the world, but theirs can give New Yorkers a run for their money, since they modeled their bagels to be just like that. Now, add the fact that every bagel is lovingly seasoned -- on all sides of them -- theirs rises above the rest. Now, that fact is something I can attest to! (https://www.thebagelsandco.com)

Speaking of taking a bite out of something...Shelby Fahrni, who owns The Cooking Studio located in Telford, PA, began her culinary journey at the ripe old age of 4. Yes, you read that correctly. At 4 years old the culinary bug bit her and she's been cooking ever since. And something she's resumed since then is to teach others how to create delicious meals at home from scratch. Of course you'll need to take one of her classes first, and come hungry because after all that learning you and your classmates can sit down to enjoy your creations family-style! So if you're looking for something fun to do as a family, with friends, or even go solo--check out The Cooking Studio! (https://lecookingstudio.com)

I began with Executive Chef Kyle Timpson, who started out with aspirations to be a pastry chef. Sometime after graduating Atlantic Cape Community College, he found that challenging himself within a larger spectrum was appealing, and cultivated a space where he could continue to grow in the industry. Today, Executive Chef Timpson joined us to talk about the delicious steakhouse and beverage menus at SIN in Philadelphia, and what to look forward to in the coming weeks. (https://www.sinphiladelphia.com)

I next spoke with Army Veteran, Cookbook Author, three-time Food Network winner and Executive Chef Kevin Cooper aka "Chef Steek." Chef Steek sat down with me to discuss how he began in the culinary world, what influenced his progression within the industry, and what it was like to not only appear on the Food Network, but also win and be able to open the Chicken Guy in King of Prussia. Chef Steek and I also dug into the menu items available at the Chicken Guy, along with some of the milkshakes too--have I mentioned how much of a sweet tooth I have? Well, you'll hear from both of us on what to bite (and sip) at his spot in the KOP Mall. (https://chickenguy.com)

My final guest, Executive Chef Alex Tellez, joined Food Farms and Chefs to discuss Sor Ynes and all the delicious offerings on their menu; from scratch made tortillas to mezcal flights--Sor Ynes focuses on traditional Mexican ingredients and techniques to prepare their fresh and piquant menu. I know that I have my eye out on their "Shrimp Al Ajillo" with a mezcal tasting flight, and I'll save some room for dessert! Just keep your eyes peeled on their socials, as they're getting ready to change up the menu soon! Now that's a tasty treat to look forward to! (https://sorynez.com)

Our first guests formed a partnership that's brewing up some fun in Roxborough; Sweet Java Cafe's owner, Victor Young, and Sales Manager for Mermaid Spirits, Joe Berendsohn joined me to chat about the newly-opened cafe & cocktails spot. This is Victor's first time opening up a coffeehouse, and thanks to a mutual friend of theirs, a partnership was formed with Mermaid Spirits. And what was the result? A large space where the community can grab a cup of their favorite coffee on the way to work, or even work remotely inside of while also enjoying some of the scratch-made pastries. And when it's a little later in the day--be sure to try out one of the coffee-infused cocktails or other mixed drinks and enjoy the fun vibes of the space and neighborhood! https://order.toasttab.com/online/sweet-java-cafe

Keeping caffeinated is top priority for most individuals, so we spoke with co-owner Luisa Toro from Roosters Coffeehouse which is located in Ledgewood, NJ. Roosters Coffeehouse is also the first cafe business that Luisa and her family have opened, and they take pride in offering the highest-quality ingredients and experiences for everyone who visits. And it truly is a family business; Luisa's father learned the techniques on how to properly roast every bean from where it was sourced. The rest of the family have roles in the business as well, and take joy in offering menu items not commonly seen--but very much enjoyed--by all who visit. So, if you're looking for a pick-me-up along with an empanada or Pandebono (cheese bread) then Roosters Coffeehouse should be your next destination! https://www.roosterscoffeehouse.com

Lastly, we sat down with Fearless Restaurant Group's Director of Hotel and Restaurants in NJ, Pete Palladino. Pete joined me to discuss all the fun, new, and relaxing aspects regarding Daddy O's Hotel and Restaurant located in Brant Beach, NJ, along with Tucker's Tavern in Beach Haven, NJ. The vibes include decor reminiscent of the 50's and 60's era, with multiple bars including a rooftop bar at both Daddy O's and Tucker's Tavern, and plenty of freshly caught seafood and unique cocktails. Look for their popular Bends & Brunch program on the weekend, the newly renovated rooms to stay & play at the shore, along with two new beers that were brewed for them as a collab from ManaFirkin Brewing Co. There's always something new, exciting, and delicious at Daddy O and Tuckers Tavern--so be shore to check them out! https://www.fearlessrestaurants.com/restaurants

Annette Anthony began her career as a counsel with the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee, and has since become an attorney, executive coach, accredited mediator, founder of a VC fund, a business coach, and now has collated recipes and tales from her travels around the globe. Food is a universal love language; it brings family, friends, and even strangers together at one table...or into one space. And being open to try new things was how Annette was raised, so finding herself traveling to different countries opened her palate to more flavor, experiences, and cuisines. Her journey from family recipes to meals from other cultures are now at your fingertips with her new book, Always Enough: A Global Food Memoir. You can find her, and a link to purchase her book on her website: https://annetteanthony.com.

My next guest, Chef Chad Durkin, is breezing in with a brand-new spot in South Philly called Breezy's Deli & Market. Chef Durkin has a remarkable pedigree within the culinary community, having worked for Le Bec-Fin, Susanna Foo, and at Philadelphia's Water Works (just to name a few). He's also traveled the globe, competing and working along the way, and has taken on numerous jobs and titles in order to really know all of the in's and out's of the industry. And today, he's bringing all of his expertise to the table at Porchetta and Pantry, as well as his brand-new neighborhood deli, smoothie, and grocery store concept! If you're interested in finding out more about Chef Durkin and the newly opened Breezy's, be sure to tune in to Food Farms and Chefs to find out, or visit them at https://www.breezysdeli.com!

Rey Reynosa and David Heredia are two of the partners behind Mamajuana Cafe in Philadelphia which offers a vibrant atmosphere and menus to choose from! As a growing brand, Mamajuana is bringing their latin-based fusions to Philadelphia's Fishtown neighborhood, offering foods from Columbia, the Dominican Republic, Caribbean, and so much more! But the fun doesn't end at what you'll eat--they also offer live music, a private events area, and one of Philadelphia's hottest new spots to be found at! If you want to know more, stay tuned till the end--and also find out where their next location is opening up and be sure to stay in touch by visiting them in-person, or on their website at https://mamajuana-cafe.com.

Brett Naylor and Nicole Barrick are seasoned veterans in the culinary world, and together they opened Wilder in the Rittenhouse area of Philadelphia. Their fresh takes on their menus offer diners a delicious array of pizza, raw bar, pastas, cocktails and mocktails, and desserts. With three floors to accommodate your dining needs, they offer a private event space, brunches, happy hour, and classes that you can take advantage of too! Stay tuned to find out more about them, their venue and menu, and what's in store for the summer!

Noelle Blizzard made a name for herself and her business, New June Bakery, after she tried her hand at all the pandemic baking trends. She soon found herself baking in the early mornings as well as late at night after she put in her regular hours as a mother and for work. As time passed, Noelle began baking for friends and co-workers as a business, quickly gaining notoriety for her delicious and beautiful cakes, galettes, and cookies, and was (not surprisingly) featured in publications as well as on a morning show. So, if you're a fan of desserts then be sure to stay tuned to find out how you can satiate that sweet tooth!

Our final guest needs no introduction, as a celebrity chef who has been a featured Chef on television shows, at events, and an author of "Beyond My Chef Coat," Culinary Director/Private Chef Kevin Des Chenes (Chef Kev D) joined me on Food Farms and Chefs to cover what he's accomplished, what he has in the works, and what we can look forward to in the very near future. As the "Chef to the Stars," he has crafted private dinners for VIP's like John Legend, Little Big Town, and a variety of sports stars. Chef Kev D discussed everything from designing creative and intimate menus for your private event or dinner to globe-trotting as a featured Chef at events, along with his philanthropic endeavors to help support the community. Tune in till the end to hear all about Chef Kev D and what you can look forward to from him next!

Amaris spoke with Dave Welsh, the owner behind Mile Bar and South Jersey Running Company. He joined us to introduce all of you to the newest addition to his entrepreneurial endeavors: The newly-opened multi-dining concept with a bar, Poppy Taco, Chicken Joint, and Local Standards under one roof called Reunion Hall in NJ!

Another fresh offering for the dining scene is from Chef Rob Miskell and his new concept, SauceBoy! Chef Miskell marries a family favorite--scratch-made pastas with sauces (eh-hem...or shall we say, gravy). You can find him online to order your next meal, or feel free to reach out to him if you're looking to have your next get together catered!

Lastly, we spoke with Nick Beam, one of the co-owners behind Phat Jawns. The name says it all...they combine Philly foodie favorites that are large and in charge, with some rather interesting and turn them into hunger-inducing creations--until you satisfy your hunger by taking a big bite!

We began with a round-table discussion with Executive Director of Community Design Collaborative (CDC) Tya Winn, Kiersten Hanna from KLYR Rum, and Kris Parsons of Kris Parsons PR regarding CDC's Leverage Event happening June 18th, 2024 at The Center for Design Philadelphia from 5:30pm to 8:30pm.

The Leverage Award Reception themed “Our Home, Our Neighborhoods”, will highlight several schematic design projects led by the Community Design Collaborative from neighborhoods across Philadelphia. And Kris Parsons proudly discussed the details on what guests can look forward to dining on during the event! local Chefs, Attendees can also sample the signature cocktail for the event: The Developer's Daiquiri from KLYR. KLYR's representative, Kiersten Hanna joined us to highlight their new rum which is redefining the industry with its new distilling process. You can also look forward to meeting Cherri Gregg, WHYY Anchor and Afternoon Co-host for Studio 2 Podcast will Emcee the event. Also look for Philly Current (PC) Magazine, and your favorite host, Amaris Pollock from Food, Farm and Chefs Podcast! And for anyone interested in sponsorship and ticket opportunities, they are available at https://cdesignc.org/events/leverage-2024.

We continued our show by celebrating Mother's Day, and highlighting two amazing mother's who went to great lengths to focus on the health and well-being of their families and friends by starting businesses to offer nutrient-dense foods.
Hillary Stecher and her husband grew up in farming households, and both shared a passion to continue that tradition with their own growing family. So, when their son refused to eat chicken because of its texture, Hillary and her husband decided to enter into chicken farming. Today, they raise chickens on the family's original homestead along with vegetables, focusing on sustainability and organic practices, and offering farm-fresh proteins and produce inside The Farmer's Market...a shop on the farm that is located in Mt. Royal in NJ. The new season opening day is on May 10th, just in time for the weekend! So make plans for the whole family, as they have an engaging group of livestock for the kids to meet & feed treats to while you pick up some nutritious food to eat! Be sure to keep an eye out on their socials for any exciting news that might pop up! Visit https://farmersmarketnj.com for more information and hours of operation!

Being a mother can be exhausting, with all the energy burned from nursing to nurturing your newborn--you need to fuel your body accordingly. Of course, your loved ones help out when they can but sometimes even the best intentions might not be what an on-the-go mother needs. Victoria Lindchan experienced the need to feed herself nutrient-dense foods to help keep herself fueled after giving birth to her firstborn, and subsequently began creating nutrient-rich bone broths and stews for herself. A practice that turned into a business. Now, the mother of two offers her healthy broths, soups, and other well-balanced meals and snacks through her business, Earthside Provisions. You can find her products either online or in-person at area Farmers Markets in Philadelphia's suburbs (Weaver's Way, Headhouse, Fairmount Park, Roxboro, etc.) stay up-to-date by following her on Instagram and FaceBook or by visiting her at https://earthsideprovisions.com.

To start, I spoke with the immensely impressive Rhys Powell, who transitioned from Wall Street to Founding Red Rabbit. Red Rabbit is leading the way to provide meals which represents more culturally diverse cuisines so all students can enjoy a lunch that reflects what they would partake of at home. These meals and menus are curated by professional chefs who live and grew up within the same culture and heritage of the surrounding communities, and those meals are provided through Red Rabbit's lunch programs which are currently being offered within the Tri-State region, with plans to continue to expand. So, what does that mean to you? Tune in to find out, and share with anyone you know who is a teacher, parent, or advocate for nutritional meals for children in schools.

Speaking of schools and food...my next guest, Zach Poznan, was formerly the math teacher at Conwell Middle School in Kensington. The math teacher-turned-baker began his path to owning Brass Monkey Bread Co. during the pandemic, and after several mishaps and a fellow friend/sourdough enthusiast asked for help--Zach came to his friend's rescue while re-igniting his desire to try something new. Armed with more knowledge on how to make sourdough (and their starters), Zach raised the bar to become a sourdough aficionado. Today, Zach has since transitioned into working as the full-time owner and head baker for Brass Monkey Bread Co, and is excited to join us and share where we can carb-load when he vends at various locations throughout the year.

Lastly, we spoke with what I consider as one of the best comfort foods around. TuckedIto (pronounced, Tuck-dee-too) is owned by brothers Brendan and James Pinder, and offers several meat-based taquitos and tacos. We discussed their various options on what they offer, what their personal favorite tacos are, and the in's and out's of owning your own business. Its a lot to take in, but trust the process...and trust me...they offer tempting descriptions from their menu, as well as an abundance of advice that you may not get from anyone else in the business.

We began with Robert Dumont, owner and Chef behind Farmstead Foods - a mobile catering concept which focuses on locally-sourced ingredients that caters to your preferences. What does that mean? He has a wealth of experience, having previously worked inside the kitchens of restaurants and prepared food markets along the eastern coast. His vast knowledge of various cuisines lends itself to his ability to create any number of menu options that you would want, however he does have some select fan-favorites, especially when he sets up at local breweries or events. If you want to know where he will be at--tune in to Food Farms and Chefs to find out!

Next, we spoke to an owner whose business is located in the heart of East Passyunk Ave in Philadelphia! Nano Wheedan owns Taco Heart off of the food-trendy portion of Passyunk Ave, bringing his love of breakfast tacos from Texas to Philadelphia. Wheedan was enlightened to the delicious breakfast treat several years ago while living in Texas, also learning that tortillas were the equivalent of bread in Texas. After advancing his position within a pizzeria company located in Austin, Wheedan moved back to his native Philly to help open Korshak Bagels, and eventually decided to share his love of Texas-based favorite foods by opening Taco Heart.

Our last guest hails from Northern New Jersey--a short trip for anyone living in Philadelphia or New York. Mohammad Fakhrzadeh aka "Moe Zadeh" has always owned a landscaping business, however, his friends and family have also made sure to let Moe know that his wife's cooking was equally as top-notch as his skill with his business. The result of which led him and his wife to pursue their dream of opening up a restaurant or bakery. So, in 2018 Moe opened Friends Cafe in New Brunswick. Soon thereafter the pandemic hit, so the cafe was put on hold but the dream was still alive! Today, Josephine and Mohammad offer a huge variety of foods to eat, along with sweet treats, and of course all varieties of caffeinated beverages!

Kevin Baxter has always enjoyed the taste of pickles, and noticed how popular pickles have been trending in more recent years. So, he founded a festival that fans of the brined cucumbers could relish in: The Big Dill Pickle Festival! Since its inception in 2019, The Big Dill has blossomed into the worlds largest pickle party, with visitors traveling from across the globe to attend. Kevin joined us to give us the 4-1-1 about this year's festivities happening on June 15th at Xfinity Live in Philadelphia. To hear all about the festival, along with where to buy tickets, tune in to Food Farms and Chefs!

Our next guest, Shayna Minuto, gained a strong knowledge of running an Italian-based cuisine while working in her father's restaurant. After graduating college, Shayna found herself drawn further into the industry, and eventually opened her own concept, Hold My Knots, inside the Gansevoort Market in the Meatpacking District of NYC. After finding increasing success, they crossed the bridge into New Jersey, taking over ownership of her father's restaurant to establish a permanent location for Hold My Knots in Bergen County. Now, Hold My Knots is looking to expand their brand's locations and available Food Trucks to spread the joy of their menu options for carboholics (including GF options) to more areas.

We love the combination of food, beverages, and fun! So, we brought Lee Leung (Regional General Manager of Fearless Restaurants) on to help celebrate their Spring menu options, the Kentucky Derby and other special events, and new openings under their restaurant group! Lee also grew up inside her parent's restaurants, and was drawn back into the culinary world after graduating college. Soon after graduating, she began working for restaurant groups with recognizable names. Today, you can find her making all the events at Fearless Restaurant Group's Autograph Brasserie, Triple Crown in Radnor, and Rosalie a delicious and memorable experience!

We began the episode with Morgan and Deb Manchester who own CraveWell Cafe in Pennsylvania. The husband and wife partners began their path to a fast-casual healthy concept after Deb had a medical scare. The duo decided that they didn't want Deb going back to work for someone else, and they wanted to focus on healthy food options--something they found was lacking when they were out and looking for a quick bite to eat. Now, they've just celebrated their 5-year anniversary of owning CraveWell Cafe and are excited to share their healthy smoothies, sandwiches, cold-pressed juices, and more with all of you!

Liam Kelly is no stranger to hard work, and even began helping out a family member's business at the age of 8. Later on in life, he found himself drawn into the culinary world when Ireland competed in the 2010 world cup and was hooked. So, in the late 90's he made the decision to move to the states and was offered a job inside a Manhattan bar. Soon after, he became a managing partner of the place and helped to open Tir-Na-Nog, a well-known Irish Pub & Restaurant chain. After that, he took a break and worked in Australia on boats...but eventually was drawn back to the states with a desire to open his own place in Philadelphia. Today, Liam is the Managing Partner of Con Murphy's Irish Pub in Philadelphia, Con Murphy's Ocean Bar & Grill in Florida, and he is a buyer for Aylesworth's Fish and Bait, Inc.

There's some sweet rewards when you stay tuned for our last guest, Gize Negussie, who owns and operates Negus Winery which is located in Alexandria, VA. Why is this such a sweet reward? Gize is the first Ethiopian Honey Wine maker in the US, with strong familial bonds. The recipe for his signature blend was the one he was raised on. According to Gize, Tej (the honey wine, which is similar to mead) is always on the table when there's an occasion to celebrate. The signature wine also happens to be his mother's recipe but modernized to meet the needs of US regulations, and stamped with his mother's approval. Gize also offers other varieties of wine inside his tasting room, as well as specific varieties available to ship nationwide, so if you want to sip on something originally created for royalty--check out Negus Winery online or in-person!

Cake Life Bake Shop has always been a popular spot in Philadelphia, as a result of Owner and Pastry Chef Nima Etemadi using the highest-quality ingredients with a zeal for the arts. His journey to becoming a Pastry Chef and owner of Cake Life Bake Shop had its ups and downs, as he transitioned from working in the culinary industry to working in the arts. It wasn't too long before Nima realized his true passion was founded in the culinary world. Since then, he has gained world-wide attention after designing and baking cakes for well-known celebrities, and we are happily sharing his journey with all of you, along with baked goods that are Queen Bey approved.

Speaking of celebrities, our next guest has been seen on television, in mass media, and numerous publications. Chef Jen Carroll has achieved a lot in her career, and continues to do so with her self-named brand Carroll Couture Cuisine. Carroll's love of cooking began at an early age, and continued throughout her entire life. Even while pursuing a pre-law degree in college, she still found herself drawn to cooking, so she changed course and graduated with her culinary degree as a Chef. Today, Chef Carroll offers a wide variety of opportunities through her business, along with helping other women in the industry as one of the Co-Founders of Sisterly Love Collective. If you want to learn more about what Chef Carroll offers, and to hear a big announcement--stay tuned till the end to find out!

Our final guest, Chef Christiana Ruiz who owns Manny Vibez, is passionate about serving you some of the best 'Brotherly Love' that you'll find around. Growing up, Chef Ruiz and her brother dreamed of one day owning a restaurant. A passion that Chef Ruiz shared with her grandmother who also inspired Chef Ruiz's love of cooking as she was growing up. After graduating high school, Ruiz joined the military. When she left the military, Ruiz pursued her dream, earning a culinary degree from the Art Institute of Philadelphia. After working for various catering companies and inside Jose Garces' Buena Onda, she learned how to manage and run her own restaurant. So when the opportunity to own a space in her neighborhood, she took the faithful leap and named the restaurant in honor of her brother. To hear more about Chef Ruiz and Manny Vibez, stay tuned till the end of this week's show!

Farmers markets are a fun way to not only pick up your next ready-made meal or produce and spices from local farms and businesses, they're also a great way to learn something new. One of our friends, who is the founder of Forest Farmers Market AND Moneta Farmers Market in Virginia, happens to know a thing or two about that. Dorothy, who you can learn more about her when she joined us in October 2023 on episode 250, let us know about the new season for Moneta Farmers Market, what's been going on throughout the winter season for Forest Farmers Market, and (more importantly) what we can look forward to for this coming Spring through the Fall! So, if you're planning to travel or if you live in the area--be sure to tune in to find out all the exciting news for Virginia's perfect place to shop, eat, and have fun while you learn!

Speaking of fresh--Dori Fleekop sat down with us to chat about his new fast-casual concept, Bites & Blends. Although 'fast-casual' restaurants are associated with unhealthy foods, Dori's new eatery is abundant with healthy options. We love a frozen treat when the weather starts to warm up, and what better way to enjoy something sweet than grabbing a nutritious smoothie, bountiful salad, or scrumptious panini! Perhaps you're looking to kick-start your diet to get ready for swimsuit season--Bites & Blends is here to help jump start that diet with grab and go juice cleanses, cold-press juices, and nutrient-forward products made in-house! If you want to know how delicious being healthy can be, tune in to hear from Dori and then be sure to taste his healthy foods for yourselves!

We've all felt sluggish after a heavy meal, so it's safe to assume that you know what you eat affects your body. Although there has been a long-standing trend on eating healthier and eating gluten-free (GF) not everyone has to. However, individuals who have been diagnosed with celiac disease need to follow a gluten-free diet in order to stay, and feel, healthy. Chef Monica Glass not only follows a gluten-free lifestyle, she has created and dedicated her culinary ventures within the GF community since 2009. As a well-known Pastry Chef, Writer, and wellness advocate, Chef Glass has created products and recipes that are indulgent and GF. Chef Glass joined us to discuss all of her GF endeavors, along with announcing her newly co-founded business: Verveine Cafe & Bakery. Verveine Cafe & Bakery will open its doors in the next few weeks, offering breakfast and lunch options for anyone living or visiting Boston, MA. And for anyone who wants to learn more about Monica and her healthy endeavors, stay tuned till the end of this week's episode to find out!

Our first guest has accomplished a lot since he began working as a glass collector in his hometown of Belfast, Ireland. Jack McGarry began his career in Ireland and worked his way to a pub in London, eventually crossing the ocean to open the Dead Rabbit in New York. Since then, McGarry's desire to create Pubs that elevate the 'Irish pub experience' has found its place, along with numerous well-earned awards celebrating 'The Best Bar in the World.' How does he do it? By crafting an intriguing selection of menu items along with an experience that showcases Irish culture, history, and customs. However, the Dead Rabbit is not this entrepreneur's only accomplishment-but you'll have to tune in to find out more about Jack, what he's accomplished, and what to look forward to during the Dead Rabbit's "It's Paddy's Day NOT Patty's Day" events!

This week is looking up, especially for anyone celebrating St. Patrick's at Dooney's Pub in Delran and Voorhees New Jersey! Dooney's Director of Operations, Ariane Bonnes, joined us to announce their annual Kegs and Eggs in Delran, along with their other popular menu items that are fan favorites each year. On top of that, visitors can look forward to live music at both locations, dancers, bagpipers, and green beer to amplify the fun! In addition to their weekend-long celebrations, you can keep the celebrations going with their month-long cocktail and menu specials. But don't take it from us--turn your dials to Food Farms and Chefs to hear more about what you can look forward to from Dooney's Pub!

Our final guest is bringing the band back together again, and we couldn't be more excited to have him on! Ray Sheehan, who is an expert on all things Barbeque, shared his journey as a chef, author, contributing writer, and guest host for Baseball and BBQ Podcast. After what has happened since we last spoke with him, we further discussed the importance of mental health in the culinary industry and the ability to adjust and think on your feet. Which led to a huge announcement, that you'll hear first on our show! Ray joined us to announce some exciting news for the first time on our show! But we don't want to spoil the surprise, so tune in to hear from Chef Sheehan and what you can look forward to in the very near future!

We had a burning desire to share our first guest's full story with you, especially after Kaylyn Kahana's business, Kay Kay's, became a viral sensation! As Kaylyn described her love of baking to us, she also explained how her knowledge in the culinary world blossomed, and how baking became a passion for her. In fact, Kaylyn's passion was so strong that she switched careers in order to start her own business. As luck would have it, the 'stars aligned' for her while she was transitioning from her startup kitchen into a professional kitchen, and she landed on a location in South Philly. Today, Kay Kay's is now the hottest spot to grab your next birthday cake--and feel free to check out Kay Kay's breakfast, lunch, coffee, and catering options too!
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Our next guest, Chef Andy Kahl, is a well-traveled individual who went from working in the culinary industry to becoming a photographer, and is now the Chef inside the newly opened Soko Bag in Phoenixville, PA. I know, you're probably wondering what Soko Bag is. If you've ever heard of Korean Fried Chicken, well, Soko Bag specializes in it. The concept was realized when Shea Winter Roggio and J.H. "Allie" Chang were living in Gumi with Allie's family during the pandemic. That's when the idea to create a fun, local, hangout spot for sports, beer, and Korean Fried Chicken was conceptualized by Shea. Having been friends for years, Shea reached out to Kahl. Now open, Phoenixville residents (and anyone who visits) can enjoy their extra crispy, bountiful flavored Korean Fried Chicken and beers at Soko Bag! ( https://sokobag.com )

We love to bite into a decadent dessert, scrumptious scone, or rich cheesecake, which is exactly what Sunflour Bake Shop specializes in. Owner and Chef Maggie Alfinito joined us for some cupcakes and a chat about what it took to open her bakery, and the growth that she has seen over the years. As a graduate of Walnut Hill College in PA, Maggie began her career working at local restaurants. Her brother, however, encouraged her to pursue her dream of owning her own bakery, and now 10 years later she is still going strong. And that continued growth is what led our co-host, Amaris Pollock, to finally learning of Sunflour Bake Shop. After Maggie expanded into their new (and much larger space) Amaris was introduced to Maggie, and fell in love with Maggie's delicious baked goods. ( https://www.sunflourbakeshopnj.com )

Our first guest is FORK's Executive Chef, George Madosky. Chef Madosky, who has worked inside numerous well-known restaurants in the North East, joined us to discuss his background in the culinary industry as well as other restaurants from the High Street Hospitality Group. To say the menu offerings at FORK and High Street Market are excellent is an understatement. From the moment you walk through the doors to when you see and taste each plated dish, Chef Madosky and High Street Hospitality Group's passion to offer the most outstanding experience emanates through every detail. For their current menu offerings and to make a reservation, visit https://forkrestaurant.com.

During our next segment, we spoke with the Chef and Owner of Culinary & Restaurant Solutions LLC, Chef Steph Musick. Chef Musick began a career in an entirely different field. As fate intervened, Chef Musick was drawn to the culinary industry, eventually earning her Culinary Degree at the Art Institute of California and her Culinary Management Degree from the Art Institute of Philadelphia. After working inside some of the more prestigious kitchens in Philly, and as fate intervened once again, Chef Musick founded her business, the Culinary & Restaurant Solutions LLC where Steph and her team of fellow Chefs offer dining experiences and/or meals curated to your needs. If you want to find out more--listen till the end, and then visit https://www.chefstephmusick.com.

Our final guest literally offers the cream of her crop to all of us; Sue Miller co-owns and operates Birchrun Hills Farm located in Chester Springs, PA. The first-generation and family-owned and operated farm offers cheeses produced from the milk of the 80+ holstein cows they raise. Their award-winning cheeses can be found inside the kitchens of local restaurants, at farmers markets, and on-site at Birchrun Hills Farm. And for anyone curious about their cheeses, tune in till the end of our show to find out how you can sample some for yourself! For more information about the Miller's, Birchrun Hills Farms, and locations their products are sold, please visit https://birchrunhillsfarm.com.

Chef Andrew Farley of Enswell in Philadelphia has honed his culinary skills under the tutelage of some very prestigious restaurateurs over the years, making a name for himself in doing so. So when the Rival Brothers Coffee owners, Jonathan Adams and Damien Pileggi, wanted to create a coffee and cocktail bar--Chef Adams reached out to someone he worked alongside with in the past - Chef Farley - to run the kitchen. Now, armed with a selection of creative menu items, the coffee & pastries in the morning-cocktails & plated lunch/dinner menus later in the day venue will meet all your beverage and meal desires throughout the day! And if you're curious to find out more about this unique venue, coffee & cocktails bottle shop--stay tuned till the end to hear all the juicy details!

We next spoke with the owner of Entree BYOB, Chef Kevin Addis. Chef Addis is a seasoned restaurateur, whose venture into the culinary world began as a youth inside the Hummingbird Room. After graduating from Johnson and Wales, Chef Addis worked inside numerous kitchens in Rhode Island, Massachuesettes, and Pennsylvania--eventually opening restaurants of his own; Entree BYOB in 2013 and Mari BYO in 2020. Mari BYO has since closed, and Chef Addis joined us to talk about the closing and move for Entree BYOB, along with the opening of a brand-new concept in the Pocono's--and if you want to learn more about Kevin's new announcements just keep your streaming devices tuned to Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show to find out!

Lastly, we spoke with Chef and Owner, CJ DeMarco of Santino's Tap & Table. CJ grew up learning the business from his father inside their Ridley, PA location. CJ's family's restaurant emerged when there was an Italian restaurant 'boom' in the area, so they sought out a way to offer craveable favorites with a Philly twist. Today, you can try some of their fan favorites, like the Sausage, Pepper, and Onions appetizer or their Scrapple Stuffed Pork Chop entree--all with an interesting take on an Italian classic--both of which made co-hosts Amaris and Gene drool. Want to hear more? Tune in till the end and you'll be drooling too!

Partners since birth, our first guest Stephen Servis owns Servis Events with his twin brother Nicolas. Stephen joined us on the show to discuss how both he and his brother became chefs through some pivotal decisions made earlier in their lives. Years later, Stephen and his brother built a reputation based on being heavily tattooed twin Chefs. Post pandemic, they decided to try something new and found WWOOF (World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms) while staying with at a farm to work. This led them to another farm, located in Maine, where the seeds for Servis Events were planted and began to bloom. Now, they're back in Bucks County, sourcing the most nutrient-rich ingredients from local farms, providing a multi-course Chef's Tasting Menu to individuals looking for their services as private Chefs through Servis Events.

Our next guest helps Center City celebrate Vietnamese cuisine and culture, along with so much more at Miss Saigon. Chuong Nguyen is the Operating Manager and one of the co-owners of Miss Saigon in Philadelphia. The multi-level restaurant and bar offers an elevated take on Vietnamese street foods; providing menu options that are served family-style to encourage patrons to experience a variety of the tastes and flavors of the culture's cuisine. In addition to celebrating Vietnamese cuisine, the venue also provides a celebration full of PRIDE through their cocktail menu: There is a cocktail created for every color of the PRIDE flag! And be sure to reserve your opportunity to eat, drink, and sing inside their private Karaoke room with your friends! And keep your ears peeled through the end of this week's episode to find out when their first drag show will happen!

Our last guest has brought people together on a global level! Gizem White, who is an expert in Gastrodiplomacy and is the Founder and CEO of the Turkish Coffee Lady located in Alexandria, VA. Gizem's story began as she desired to share the history--and cups--of Turkish coffee with like-minded individuals. And in 2012, Gizem created a non-profit food truck called The Turkish Coffee Truck, where she handed out free cups of brewed Turkish Coffee. Years later, her efforts brought her media attention and recognition, including an article which stuck and later became synonymous with her brand. So in 2017, she created the Turkish Coffee Lady brand in the U.S. Now, after visiting several countries and cities across the globe, Gizem and her brand Turkish Coffee Lady are considered as a "Friendship building initiative between Turkey and the USA," according to the US government. I don't know about you, but the love of a great cup of coffee is a perfect way to bring people together--so stay tuned until the end to hear how you can buy some of her Turkish Coffee Lady blends and enjoy it with some new friends!

Continuing traditions is big for most families, and our first guest did so in a huge way by opening Iron Oven in Southampton, PA. Alex Nalbandian grew up learning the restaurant industry from his parent's well-known business, Rising Sun Pizzeria. Years later, Alex took over the management of his parents restaurant, furthering his familiarity with the industry, managing staff, and running a business. Nine years later, Alex was Inspired to open his own restaurant, and opened Iron Oven. Now, you can look forward to biting into their most popular item--Philly's beloved Cheesesteak, or chow down on one of their burgers, pizzas, or strombolis.

If you're a fan of fusion-based restaurants, then be sure to check out Blue Sunday Bensalem. The American and Asian Fusion based restaurant offers a modern twist for any foodie to delight in! If you're craving a steak, seafood, or note-worthy cocktail then visit Blue Sunday Bensalem. The venue offers a delicious variety of foods, ranging from Singapore Noodles to Gumbo or feel free to make it an intimate date night and share a Seafood Boil with your loved one! Or, should you and your friends want to hang out for some drinks and quick bites--be sure to check out Blue Sunday Bensalem's Happy Hour--it happens every day, including on the weekends!

We love a sweet ending, or in our next guests' case--a sweet beginning! Beri Maeda is not new to owning and running a successful cupcake business; her first venture began at age 14 with Baked by Beri. Years and a successful business venture later, Beri Maeda is currently attending the Wharton School of Business, where she met her fellow classmate and business partner, Allene Yue. After the pair discussed Beri's former venture, they decided to begin a startup together, named Velvet Cupcakes--offering unique and intricate cupcakes created with the same delicious recipes that founded Beri's first successful cupcakery business. Be sure to follow them on instagram: @velvetcupcakesbakery and check out their tempting array of sweet treats!

Born in and raised in Ecuador, Veronica Fitzgerald moved to the US with her family in North Carolina as a teen. Growing up she was treated to her grandmother's empanadas on a regular basis, eventually learning how to make them as well. Years later, she treated her family and friends to her empanadas, and subsequently the pandemic inspired Veronica to create her business, V Empanadas. Soon thereafter, V-Empanada's was a hit, and she opened a shop inside Lancaster County Farmers Market. So, the next time you visit, be sure to check out Veronica's freshly made Empanadas and scratch-made guacamole, sauces, and desserts when you're there!

The best way to end a meal is with something a little sweet--something that Pastry Chefs Sally Gadea and her husband Jemil know a lot about. Both Allison and Jemil have years of experience working as Executive and/or Corporate Chefs for high-end restaurants over the years; a key aspect that has helped refine what they offer inside their Yardley, PA-based business, Panna Gelateria. Of course owning and running a business takes a lot of skills too--and the pair sought out help from SCORE in Bucks County, PA. to aid them in getting started. So, a little help from their SCORE business mentor and the combined culinary pedigrees from both Chefs later...Panna Gelateria and Bakery was born. Now, you can indulge your sweet & savory cravings when you visit Panna Gelateria. Their menu offerings will always keep you interested--they have an ever-changing menu of small-batch gelatos, pastries, and more!

Who let the dogs out? Allison and Sam Mattiloa did! And they invited all of your (fully vaccinated and trained) pups to the party too! Inspired by the pandemic to finally add a fur-baby to their family, Allison and Sam adopted Buda into their lives. But the pandemic lasted longer than anticipated, so the Brewerytown couple were fur-ther inspired to create a human and dog-friendly space to safely socialize. That space, called The Boozy Mutt, incorporates a bar, restaurant, and an indoors & outdoors space for pups and their fur-friends to play. And if you haven't caught the ball on the theme just yet--you can fetch some food and drinks for yourselves, order some treats for ''Fluffy'' from their pet-friendly food menu, and let the paws hit the floor running at The Boozy Mutt! . Just remember to reserve your day, month, or yearly pass for your furry friends before you visit

Our first guest grew up on his grandfather's farm, then valiantly served our country in the Airforce before returning to the states, taking a position in the corporate world. Nate Layton, whose desire to find healthy, organic food for his family found the stores lacking in non-chemically-treated, pesticide-free foods, so he made a decision to return to his roots. After re-establishing himself by raising chickens and selling eggs, Nate purchased land in Pennsylvania and began his venture in livestock farming. Now, you can hear more about his path to owning and operating Hershberger Heritage Farms, his CSA: Berger Box, and how you can purchase and have a Berger Box filled with farm-fresh, grass-fed, products shipped directly to you by tuning in! (Link: https://www.hhf.farm)

Worthy of numerous accolades, John Hearn is the new owner of the popular Swarthmore, PA restaurant: Village Vine Wine Bar & Bistro. John recently purchased Village Vine Wine Bar & Bistro from Lori Knauer and Jill Bennett Gaieski this past November, and immediately resumed lunch and dinner service--taking on the restaurant like it was business as usual. Locals knew of the change, and lucky for them-- the hard-to-please citizens of Swarthmore found John's touches to the venue and menu delightful! If you want to hear more about what John is working on to jazz up the menu and offerings--stay tuned till the end of the show! (Link: https://www.villagevineswarthmore.com)

Have a flight of some boozy 'hot' chocolate, Spiked Mint Chip, and bourbon-infused vanilla ice cream as a treat for tuning in! Owner and Founder, Melissa Taviss, tapped into her family roots when she established her business, Tipsy Scoop. She began her Tipsy Scoop as a startup, selling her alcohol-infused frozen desserts out of a pushcart at popups around the city. Today, she not only has a permanent location, she also has a cookbook, and has grown her New York-based business into a recognized brand. A brand which now offers franchise opportunities on top of shipping products nationwide. If you want to learn more about Melissa and Tipsy Scoop, and to score a sweet discount code, just tune in to Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show! (Link: https://tipsyscoop.com)

Born and brewed in Ireland, Forged Irish Stout was created by MMA Champion Conor McGregor as a specialty beer for his Irish pub, The Black Forge Inn. After its initial launch Forged Irish Stout was met with a positive reception, and McGregor decided to expand the brand, buying the collaborating brewery to focus on larger-scale production with the intention to launch internationally. So in October of 2023 McGregor launched his brand inside Bartley Dunne's in New York City with a huge tasting event. Now, you can purchase Forged Irish Stout at specific locations in NY, NJ, PA, and beyond--so grab one and taste Conor McGregor's Forged Irish Stout for yourself!

Bringing everyone together is what our next guest is all about--Buck's Beer Bash's Event Producer, Geff Rapp joined us for the 4-1-1 on this inaugural event. Brewers and other vendors will be on-site for you to taste your way through a huge representation of what Buck's county and the surrounding areas have to offer. What's even sweeter than a way to try so many beers at once? A portion of every ticket sold goes to CHOP (Children's Hospital of Philadelphia). So bring your bestie and share the beer cheer at the first annual Buck's Beer Bash happening on March 9th at The Fuge!

You'll feel like the King of Queens when you bring your F∙R∙I∙E∙N∙D∙S to check out Yah Brew in Hershey, PA, this '90's-themed brewery was founded in 2022 by Justin and Annie Hoak, and officially opened their doors to a brick and mortar location in the Spring of 2023. If you're a fan of the 1990's era, you'll find this foodie-based News Radio show is bringing you a fun spot to indulge in beers, cocktails, food, and more at Yah Brew. And don't go chasing Waterfalls; instead, crack open one of their Hazed By The Bell, a hazy IPA or an Orange Sherbert Push Pop (a fruited sour) and chow down on some of the tasty menu items!

"Dry January" and healthier lifestyle choices are two of the top resolutions we hear you're making, so we asked Chris Carney, the owner of NoProof Seltzer to join us on the show. NoProof is a non-alcoholic energy drink with an orange-citrus flavor, infused with beneficial vitamins, no sugar added, and a light caffeine kick. Chris started his company when he was looking for something that was alcohol free, healthier for you to consume, and offered a caffeine boost - without the unnecessary added sugars and artificial flavors. When he couldn't find anything on the market, he found a way to create his own, and now you can enjoy the benefits and refreshing taste of NoProof Seltzer!

Now, we're aware that not everyone participates in "Dry January," so we spoke with one of the co-founders of Bitchin' Kitten Brewery, Michael Crosson. Michael and his wife, Bridgette, started the brewery inspired by her Bridgette-smitten kitten (Shadow) and Michael's enthusiasm of home-brewing. After years of successfully being a home-brewer, Michael landed an apprenticeship at Tindall Road Brewery to gain more experience and knowledge of brewing on a larger scale, and in October of 2021 they opened the doors to their brewpub in Morrisville, PA!

Some people like beverages, others have a hankering for something sweet which is why we spoke with Jenny Gardner who owns Philly Waffle Cabin! What is Philly Waffle Cabin? Well, it's one of those delightful joys where you'll smell the tantalizing scent of freshly-made Belgian waffles in the air before you find where the fully mobile version of the Waffle House Cabin franchise is located at. Born from the slopes, this skier-friendly treat can now be wherever you would like! So, if you're familiar with the tasty treats then you already know why you'd want to seek some out--but if you're not, then let us introduce you to Philly Waffle Cabin and why they're so sought-after on (and now off) the slopes!

With 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, co-owner Kerri Marin joined us to discuss what Philly Yard Bar is, how they began their rentable bar-venue on wheels, and how both of their careers blended together to create the perfect option for a traveling celebration! Their elegant trailers can be rented for any kind of focus: Whether you're creating an experience to shop, celebrate a special occasion in your backyard, or companies renting the trailers to elevate their next appearance at an event--Philly Yard Bar is available to help make a statement while having fun!

Friend of the show, Tamas Szene joined us on the show for several exciting announcements from Fearless Restaurants, including their long-running morning-after event that happens every year: The White Dog Cafe PJ Brunch that occurs on New Years Day. Other announcements covered holiday celebrations at Rosalie, Moshulu, Louie Louie, and their HUGE announcement, the opening of a brand-new restaurant and concept! Are you curious as to what they are? Then stay tuned to Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show to find out!

Lastly, we spoke with Joseph Berendsohn, who is the Sales Manager for Mermaid Spirits. The company was founded by Dr. David Johnson in 2018, and he has over 45 years of experience working as a research scientist in biochemistry of food, and holds several patents in the industry. So, it makes sense that you will find every sip of their spirits an enjoyable experience! With Bourbons, Rums, Vodka, and more available to satiate whatever you desire--Mermaid Spirits has something for everyone. If you're tempted to try them out, or are curious to learn more--tune in to the show and hear more about Mermaid Spirits and what they have to offer!

Chef & Owner Mohammed Aqlan shares his grandmother's recipes with anyone who visits his Malooga Restaurant and Catering business. Every time you sit down to eat, you'll enjoy a taste of his grandmother's lovingly-created meals. Born and raised in Yemen, Mohammed came to the USA in 2014 to pursue an Aviation Engineering degree. However. as fate would have it, he was introduced to the culinary world while working inside his cousin's New York-based restaurant. He was hooked, and decided to switch passions to become a restaurateur. Now, he offers a delicious taste of his beloved Yemeni cuisine.

We then looked back from last year to enjoy another trip around the globe, celebrating the holiday season with both co-hosts Gene Blum and Amaris Pollock as they took turns describing some interesting and fun traditions across the globe! We're talking about food traditions, fun places that you can visit for amazing holiday experiences, and events and locations that you might not know about!

Rounding out this week's show, we're bringing you the newest food truck that is hot-diggity-dog delicious! Co-Owners Eric Mayhew and Chef Brian Smith joined us to discuss their new venture, Dawg House Grille. The artisanal hotdog, smashburger, and breakfast truck is run by the father-son duo's all of whom have a specific role to play for the venture. Johnson & Wales graduate, Brian Smith, comes up with the creative menu items, his father/partner is their pitmaster, Eric Mayhew not only helps cook, he literally helps to keep the truck (and kitchen) running, and Dennis Mayhew is their CFO with years of entrepreneurial experience. You can find them parked outside the future home of Sirius Brewing Company, or contact them for any event or catering needs!

Looking for a new take on two of your favorite things to eat? Then we highly recommend trying out Deke's Bar-B-Que, which has several locations including their new Cloud Kitchen that opened about one month ago. Derek "Deke" Denmead joined us on the show for a deep dive into how he and his wife met, and eventually established Deke's BBQ. I know that it was wonderful hearing how they began, but even better is the mouth-watering menu options that they offer, including their Brisket Cheesesteak, mac and cheese, cornbread, and so much more!

From an established business to new ones--we cover it all, which is why we spoke with Mardel West, the Owner of the brand-new Bangin Grub located inside Liberty One in Center City Philadelphia! Mardel and our hosts pulled back the veil on what it takes to start a business, including advice on how to prepare for financial, technical, and culinary upheavals. Afterwards, we bit into some of Bangin Grub's new menu options, scratch-made sauces, and unique desserts!

Lastly, we spoke with Samuel Kennedy, Co-Founder of Culinary Harvest and Berwyn Farmers Market off of the Main LIne. Not only does Samuel share the amazing locally-sourced products, gifts, foods, and more from area small businesses, he works at Birchrun Hills Farm as an expert cheesemaker. The Berwyn Farmers Market offers so much to taste and enjoy, and per Samuel, you can shop for your weekly grocery list and fill your fridge with farm-fresh products weekly. What is even more important, you can build relationships with the farmers and vendors who live, grow, and produce in your community-creating the opportunity to know exactly what goes into what you eat and knowing you're supporting the community!

Partners Chris Macguire and Steve Wright Jr. have been friends since they were six years old, and both have a deep love of two things: Gaming and ice cream. In fact, Chris' love of ice cream was so well-known that he received two ice cream makers as a wedding gift. A gift that he and his wife began experimenting in ice cream-making at home. Some time later, Chris' trials and errors yielded braggable versions that others could enjoy too. So when he wanted to change careers and had accrued a good amount of savings, it made sense to combine the two passions. So now, we can enjoy playing classic video games while enjoying every last spoonful of the frozen treats at Tubby Robot in Manayunk.

The well-known, iconic, Old-City Philadelphia-based Panorama Wine Bar has been delighting visitors for years. Since their opening in 1990, the focus on Italian cuisine and wine has won them awards, and even a place in the Guiness Book of World Records. So, we are more than happy to speak with Panorama's Executive Chef, Anthony DiSabato. Anthony, who grew up and began working inside the kitchens of South Philadelphia joined us to talk with co-host Gene Blum about the love of Italian culture, wine, and what Chef DiSabato's personal touches to the menu options at Panorama Wine Bar!

Chef Joseph Burton and his wife, Amanda Ngangana, both worked in the hospitality industry, with Chef Burton formerly working at Foreman Wolfe's Johnny's Downstairs, and Giada De Laurentiis' GDL Italian. And after traveling to Bastille, France, they wanted to bring French cuisine to their hometown. So, when the couple decided to open their restaurant, they both had a clear idea as to what the focus would be: Rustic French cuisine. However, the pandemic delayed their ability to open and they considered opening a food truck; fortunately they found a spot that they loved and persistence and perseverance prevailed and the couple opened Rooted Rotisserie in Baltimore, MD.

Sisters and business partners, Marti Lieberman and Pamela Lorden, own and operate The Mac Mart in Philadelphia. Although the venture began without any former training or background in the business, Marti started The Mac Mart to create a job for herself after graduating college, and was soon joined by her sister. The inspiration? A decadent mac-n-cheese that she made for her own graduation party was a huge hit, and food trucks were an up-and-coming trend at the time. Years later, the business has grown into multiple cart locations and a brick and mortar spot in center city...with a lot of happy mac and cheese lovers enjoying every cheesy bite!

We then climbed aboard the Moshulu off of Delaware Avenue in Philadelphia, speaking with the General Manager, Michelle Delp. Michelle knows all the in's and out's of the Moshulu, having worked there for 16 years, so when it comes to knowing the history and stories behind the Old cargo vessel she's certainly the perfect guide! After taking an optional champagne-toasted tour, you can enjoy some of the menu options like a raw bar, plentiful seafood options, along with steak, chicken, and more! And if you're looking to celebrate an event or holiday gathering--the Moshulu is the place to be! With sweeping back-drops of the Delaware River and Ben Franklin Bridge, you can taste your way through the night. And be sure to check out at least one of the five bars for you favorite cocktail or mocktail. Whether you're there to celebrate an event, enjoy a lovely dinner out, or grabbing brunch with friends, the Moshulu is a great place to experience in Philadelphia!

And we'll leave you with an indulgent treat, as we speak with co-owners Timothy Roquemore and Andre March of Afrika Bar. Creating something nice while doing good certainly hits the sweet-spot for anyone, and Timothy and Andre are doing just that. Both owners have worked within the fashion industry, so they're connoisseurs of what looks and tastes high-end. So the pair ventured to create an indulgent chocolate that will play off your palate with a variety of tasting notes, all sourced from small farms in Africa. Through their company's sales of both chocolate and branded fashion, they are able to give back to those farms to help support fair wages and sustainability practices. So if you are searching for a chocolate to enlighten your senses while doing good, try some of the chocolate from AfrikaBar.com!

We began our show with the CEO of Parliament Real Estate Partners; President of Parliament Consulting LLC; Co-Founder of Broad Street Brewing Company; and Co-Owner of Jericho Mountain Beef Company, Edward Webber. Webber and his partners have a strong focus on sustainability and leveled-up by using the brewer's used ingredients to feed the cattle on their ranch. It's a rather ingenious move, and a new way that beef and beer can go together so well. There's so much more to upack in Webber's interview, so we recommend you stick around to find out!

Next, we sat down with Kindness Kookies Owner and Baker, Ashley Naftaly. Ashley began her cookie venture during the pandemic, making and offering her tasty treats to fellow gym enthusiasts. She is not shy when it comes to admitting the irony of it all, but that little gesture turned into a much larger one--as she now bakes cookies with a cause. Her sweet baked goods do good deeds, as you can designate an organization to help out. There are also special recipe creations to look forward to, so spread a smile on your face by tuning in and finding out more about Ashley and her Kindness Kookies!

Speaking of spreading joy, our final guest joined us from Santa Fe, New Mexico! Ahmed Obo, who is the Chef and Owner of Jambo Cafe and Jambo Bobcat Bite, was born and raised in Lamu, Kenya. And in 1995 he immigrated to the USA via New York, finally landing in New Mexico to work and help support his family members living in Kenya. Little did Santa Fe know that in gaining a new resident, their palates would be opened up to a whole new world of tasting sensations. Ahmed's business' began as a suggestion for a special dinner night at a local Zia Diner, and very soon after it was a huge hit. Now, Ahmed's Jambo Cafe has gained him attention from numerous media outlets, earned him a James Beard Foundation Nomination, and caused many celebrities to be enamored with his cuisine. Curious to find out more? Then stay tuned till the end, and hear from Ahmed why you need to visit Jambo Cafe and Jambo Bobcat Bite in New Mexico!

Co-owners and ChefsTara Buzan-Hardy and Alex Hardy joined forces to open At The Table BYOB, beginning in a cozy venue. Since opening they've created a balance between savory comfort foods and gastronomic artistry for all discerning palates. The results speak for themselves, as their restaurant's popularity grew. Now, they've expanded into a larger venue and added cocktail offerings; happy hour specials; raw bar; and more. The couple, whose respective backgrounds also reflect their duality for their guests' dining experiences, are constantly developing new dishes to entice their guests and their own culinary imaginations.

Our next guest, Kenneth Bush, is both Executive Chef & Owner of FringeBar in Philadelphia. Chef Kenneth joined us to further discuss the artistry behind cultivating a menu reflective of the venue space and his expertise. FringeBar, which is located within the contemporary FringeArts performance theatre, offers multiple cuisines: One which is focused on a more innovative menu, and the second via a stationary food truck named Pumphouse Pizza. Chef/Owner Kenneth has a long history within the culinary community, working within the kitchens of Peter Woosley. Now, Chef Kenneth not only owns and runs FringeBar, he also co-owns the newly opened restaurant, The Morris.

Fresh is best, something that Ben Beaver, who works as the Executive Chef at Ever Grain Brewing Company, Ever Grain Farms, and their recently opened Wild Rabbit Pies and Pints stands by. Ever Grain's owners have a strong focus on offering creative and innovative beers using farm-fresh produce--in fact, they've sourced their ingredients from the plants that Chef Beaver and their support staff have grown at Ever Grain Farms. In addition to the craft brews, Chef Beaver incorporates the beers, produce, and proteins from the farm to create the menus for both the brewery as well as at Wild Rabbit Pies and Pints!

So, if you want to learn more about the delightfully creative restaurants that joined us this week--be sure to tune in to Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show at 6PM on WWDB and WPEN today if you live in the Philadelphia listening area, or Friday at 1pm on WMLD 103.7 FM if you live in the New York, Connecticut, and Northern New Jersey regions, or you can stream us at any time by searching for us on your preferred streaming platform!

Patti Fitzpatrick loves taking time to relax, especially when it comes time to spend with friends, which is exactly how she came to own The Talking Teacup in Chalfont, PA. Her love of tea and friendship built over time, with former owner Kathy Heck. Kathy and Patti's friendship grew, and soon Patti was doing what she loved alongside her friend. Unfortunately, Kathy was diagnosed with a form of cancer and passed away--however her husband maintained the property of The Talking Teacup, so in 2021 Patti was inspired to re-open her beloved place to sit, relax, and build strong connections with friends. Now, Patti owns and operates The Talking Teacup, offering seasonal menus, high tea experiences, and a place to enjoy a nice pot of tea.

The Rallo family has been in the culinary industry for multiple generations, and we sat down with Jake Rallo, who is the Manager of the Pasta Program at Birravino, located in Red Bank, NJ. Since he was a child, Jake has had the desire to work in the culinary industry--taking on a different role as he grew up. As time went on, Jake's love for Italian cuisine and culture was ignited, and he ended up graduating from Cornell University's School of Hotel Administration where he studied business, food, and wine. Now, Jake joined us on Food Farms and Chefs to discuss his family's restaurants and also to announce their newest addition to their family of restaurants--but you'll have to stay tuned to find out what that is!

Lastly, we discussed one of our favorite things to happen in the food-loving community: Restaurant Week! Main Line Today's Fall season of Restaurant Week is happening right now--and we are so excited to help spread the word! Not only can you dine out for a set-price for lunch or dinner (with a pre-fixe menu from participating restaurants), you have the opportunity to explore the Main Line when you go! We love helping to support the culinary industry--and this is a perfect way to do so too while igniting your taste buds! So stay tuned for our recommendations, and be sure to check out the 40+ restaurants that are participating in this amazing time of year!

We began our episode with Executive Chef Michael Selser from White Dog Cafe in Glen Mills. The Glen Mills location, as well as all other White Dog Cafe locations, offer seasonally-based menus that incorporates locally-sourced produce and proteins to create their food and beverage offerings. On top of helping to support local farmers and producers, they are also very supportive of their community; every location offers numerous fundraising and awareness-raising opportunities throughout the year. And keeping up with large events, WDC offers private event spaces as well as catering. So if you are looking for an inviting venue with a guarantee of having an indulgent, delicious meal--tune in to Food Farms and Chefs to find out what WDC has to offer!

We next sat down with the current Co-Owners Lara Mohr and Sam Talmadge of Pretty Tasty Cupcakes--a completely nut-free cupcake bakery. The brand originated in Cape May, NJ, and expanded into Pennsylvania because one of the original owners lived within the Conshohocken area. However, the location and consistency of menu offerings differed and the Conshohocken location was taken over by Mohr, who recently brought Talmadge on as a partner and Pastry Chef. Now, the pair operates and offers a wide selection of sweet treats, all of which are made in a peanut, tree nut, and seed-free environment. So if you are looking for a rich, decadent dessert--look no further than Pretty Tasty Cupcakes!

Karen Gershowitz is a seasoned pro at traveling. In fact, she wrote a book on it. Well folks, Mrs. Gershowitz not only wrote one book regaling her travel tales, she just came out with her 2nd novel: "Wanderlust: Extraordinary People, Quirky Places, and Curious Cuisine." In it she describes numerous activities, experiences, and her personal do's and don'ts when it comes to eating across the globe via her own positive experiences (and amusing mishaps). If you want to know more, tune in to Food Farms and Chefs to hear the stories straight from Karen's own lips--and be sure to pick up her books to find out even more!

We also spoke with Yvonne Yang, who is no stranger to opening and collaborating with highly successful restaurants, including a Michelin-Recommended restaurant. Yvonne joined us to describe what Takumi Bistro and Bar has to offer! With a lengthy history within the Hospitality Industry, Yvonne was integral with managing the daily operations of Takumi, which recently opened in Wayne, PA. Takumi offers a modern Sushi dining experience, with an inventive menu that includes options for non-sushi-eaters. For example, one of their most popular dishes is the Creamy Kimchi Udon, with a complexity of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more.

Our last segment has two very familiar voices! Co-hosts Gene Blum and Amaris Pollock bring you to the heart of all hallow's eve and Halloween day. Not only did Gene and Amaris touch base on the history behind the holiday, they discussed what fun things are happening in Philadelphia and a little in New York, so if you're looking for some fun and festive ways to celebrate the spooky season--look no further because Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show has you covered!

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Our first guest is a very familiar voice to our dedicated FF&C's fans, as our own Gene Blum updated us on all the goings-on at Tranquility Brewing Company. You may not know this, but Tranquility Brewing is located inside the former training facility for astronauts, so if you're looking to dress up for their upcoming Halloween celebration--you may bring home the top prize if you attend as one. And if you're looking to have some fun while giving back to a great cause, check out Tranquility Brewing's website as they host numerous events--some of which include FUNdraising celebrations. Speaking of which, they're amping up for their barrel-aged, whisky-infused Cider and Oktoberfest Beer which coincides with Tranquility's Oktoberfest Party! Don't worry, you needn't miss the festivities, as they're happening this Sunday (October 15th) at the Brewery!

We know from old commercials that, "Beef. It's what's for dinner," and our next guest is doing just that. Rachel Sickler and her husband had the farming bug, and began to farm as a young couple. Both Rachel and her husband have ties to the farming industry, albeit one more loosely related than the other--but farming was a passion for the duo. So when an opportunity arose for David and his brother to purchase a farm, they did. A few years later, Rachel and David took over as sole owners of the farm, and renamed it as Sickler's Circle View Farm. Then in June of 2019. Rachel and David saw an immediate need for proteins, so the pair began offering livestock farming so meat could be much more accessible to the community and its surrounding neighborhoods.

Take in the breath-taking views as we explore just why "Virginia is for lovers." Our last guest, Dorothy McIntyre, began Forest Farmers Market after she and her husband found themselves in a fresh-food desert. Having moved from New York to Virginia was a challenge, however, waking up and not having an opportunity for fresh produce can be extremely frustrating--this is why McIntyre grew weary of the 2+ hour drive to shop at the "local" farmer's market. So armed with a desire for quality ingredients, and with a goading husband's comment, McIntyre contacted her local government and advocated to establish a Farmer's Market. Eleven vendors later, the market was a huge hit, and grew to host over 40 vendors today--including three or four original vendors. Now, Dorothy's Forest Farmer's Market inspired her to establish another new one, named Moneta Farmer's Market in Smith Mountain Lake, VA. Want to know more? Then stay tuned thru the whole show to find out what to look forward to when you visit!

If you've ever tuned in to the show, then you're familiar with our first guest, Chef Elijah Milligan. He's joined us on several occasions, and now he's back to let all of you know about Rosemary Ridley Park. We dove deeper into the nuances behind choosing the freshest ingredients--including how he and the staff at Rosemary grow and pick their own herbs, which are then highlighted in the dishes and cocktails that are created. In addition to his fresh picks, Chef Milligan is building a menu that will change depending upon what is in season, bringing a fresh new vibe to the Ridley Park, PA restaurant scene. So if you are in the area and want an elevated meal that is less about the pomp and circumstance and more geared towards the enjoyment of every bite...check out Rosemary Ridley Park and tune in to hear more about Elijah and the restaurant!

Our next guest, Wyatt Piazza, is the Chef and Co-Owner of Kiddo Restaurant which is in the works to open around mid-October 2023. Now that is fresh! Piazza is opening Kiddo Restaurant with his wife, Elizabeth Drake; the duo has a strong focus on a vegetable-forward menu that is both organic and strives towards maintaining sustainable practices. And before you think strictly vegan or vegetarian...think again. They will offer all of us carnivores something to dig into, like locally-sourced Bison, however their aim is to balance the dishes with an abundance of boldly-flavored vegetables. And if you're not in the mood for a full meal, Chef Piazza has curated his menu to encompass lite (shareable) bites to full plates.

So be sure to tune in to Food Farms and Chefs this (and every) Tuesday at 6pm EST on WWDB and WPEN in Pennsylvania, and for our New York listeners you can turn your dials to WMLD at 1pm EST on Fridays, or listen at any time by searching for Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show on your preferred streaming platform!

When you visit our first guest's restaurant, you'll surely be as enamored with Chef Ehren Ryan's menu as I was from simply researching his culinary creations. After speaking with Ryan regarding Common Lot, his restaurant which is located in Milburn, NJ, I learned that his mastery of plating the perfect dish was founded upon a global background. That same background, from Chef Ryan's own description, consisted entirely from working inside Michelin Star rated kitchens. This is most likely the reason Common Lot's name appears on NJ Monthly's Top 25 restaurants to visit since it opened in 2016, and why so many other publications and shows have praised him and his co-owner/wife's business. If you want to learn more about Ehren and Common Lot, tune in to this week's show!

During our interlude, our own co-host, Amaris Pollock, takes you on a quick tour around the tri-state area for festive Fall fun! She took a short moment to help plan your festive fun this spooky season, including Pop-Up bars with Halloween-themed decor, festivals, and more! So get your calendars out and mark these events down--and get ready for some cheers, music, and lots of spooktacular fun!

Our next guest hails from the Philadelphia area, and is a long-time friend of the show! Charisse McGil has circled back to her origins in the industry with her new role as the Executive Director of the Farmers Markets Coalition. As you'll find out when you tune in, McGil took her skills as a leader in the scholastic sense and as an event organizer and transformed her role to manage the Lansdale Farmers Market. She then found out the fiscal difference between running a Market and being a vendor. So when her daughter further drove the point home by way of a successful venture--McGil aided her daughter's business and started her own: French Toast Bites. Years later, McGil has found herself in a new role within managing farmers markets, only this time on a grand scale.

We began by introducing you to David Dietz, Owner of BBC Tavern and Grill and the recently opened Bar Reverie in the adjacent venue. Dietz, who has worked in the restaurant industry since a youth, opened BBC Tavern and Grill under the original concept Brandywine Brewing Company. As time went on, they essentially switched venues with Pizza by Elizabeth's and Dietz re-established his business as BBC Tavern and Grill as the new venue lacked space for brewing craft beers. Now, Dietz has extended his culinary pedigree with his French-based concept, Bar Reverie. Bar Reverie offers "a travel-inspired menu with a nod to French cuisine" and an extensive wine selection.

Next, we caught up with the owner of Spotted Horse Provisions, Amanda Newman. Amanda's 'jam' is to focus on fresh ingredients from local farmers to create her sought-after sauces, preserves, and other delicious products. As a fourth-generation canner, Newman is well-versed in the versatility of creating scratch-made, sustainable foods for herself and her family. Now, she is bringing her family recipes (and delightful products) into our homes by selling them at local farmer's markets--and soon to the shelves of your favorite privately-owned grocery markets!

Lastly, we uncorked the story behind Maryland's first black family-owned winery: Boyd Cru Wines. Jon'll and Matthew Boyd, who are the dynamic duo behind Boyd Cru Wines, enlightened us with their brand's origin story and what inspired them. Initially, the Boyd's discussed investing in a winery since the couple enjoyed visiting wineries in their free-time. So when the pandemic shut down the world, the positive-thinking couple recognized the additional time and opportunity it afforded them to pursue their goals--and Boyd Cru Wines was born. Since then they've won awards for their wines and are currently creating new vintages for all of you to enjoy!

We sat down with Robert Woloshin, Co-Owner of Manny's Deli and Manny's Deli Stop in Pennsylvania. After years of friendship, Woloshin and his fellow co-founders, Jeremy and Chase Thomas, renovated and opened Manny's Deli located in Holland, PA with the mission to update the concept of how a traditional Jewish Deli is. Armed with modern twists on traditional menu items, they found success. Recently they've expanded on their brand by opening a new fast-casual version of their deli: Manny's Deli Stop is their concept of an on-the-go eatery where traditional deli items can be ordered and enjoyed, offering a more stream-lined menu with grab-and-go options!

Next, we spoke with Chef Elizabeth Falkner and her new documentary, "Sorry We're Closed." If her name is familiar to you, it's due to her numerous appearances on must-see culinary television shows as a competitor and judge, as well as being a cookbook author and successful restaurateur, having opened and run restaurants on both the West and East coast of the US. Now, she is taking us behind the scenes with an in-depth look at the mindset of fellow restaurateurs after 2020 and the impact that the pandemic and aftermath of civil unrest after George Floyd. You can stream "Sorry, We're Closed" online via Apple TV, Vudu, and Amazon Prime to see these heart-felt discussions with her colleagues and friends, and find the true depth of what it takes to own and operate restaurants.

Lastly, we sat down with Event Organizer for Up Coming Events, Ray Sheehan. Sheehan, whose enthusiasm for what he does was almost palpable throughout the entire discussion, chatted about what you can expect when attending one of their events. Set up to highlight local businesses, you can attend one of their 4-hour sessions and taste your way through area restaurants, breweries, wineries, and distillers. If you want to know more, you can visit them online at UpComingEvents.com and attend an ultimate tailgating experience, food and wine festivals, and charitable events!

We sat down with Marilyn Schlossbach, whose name is synonymous with the successful restaurants and community-related foundations within the Asbury Park area. Her drive to create supportive, educational, and sustainable environments in an industry, and let's face it, a general lifestyle that runs fast-paced and easy is beyond admirable. Marilyn's conversation touched on numerous points, however, her ability to continue pursuing a sustainable and supportive business for her community will always remain at the heart of her life's mission. If you want to find out more, stay tuned till the end of this week's episode!

We then switched gears and looked at the glitz and glam behind Superfrico inside The Hook by Spiegelworld in Caesars in Atlantic City, NJ. They're expanding into the east coast, and we spoke with their Executive Culinary Director, Chef Anna Altieri for an insider's look at the swanky new spot. Housed in what was formerly known as the Warner Theatre, Superfrico and The Hook offers an unapologetically entertaining and enticing venue and menu for visitors to indulge in. With a menu that mirrors the acts on stage, the acrobatics of flavors that touch your palate will leave you craving more. If that teases your curiosity, then be sure to listen to Anna's full interview for even more enticing info!

Lastly, we heard a quick update on what our favorite chef and co-host was up to on his foodie vacation! Hear from Gene Blum his delicious take on traveling in the Tennessee mountains, what he highly recommends for you to visit, taste, and potentially bring home a bottle or two of when you're there! From one smoky indulgent experience to the next--he will surely tempt your taste buds with his adventures!

Do you love dumplings? We do too. That's one of the many reasons we spoke with Nick Sordoni, one of the owners behind the growing brand Brooklyn Dumpling Show (Philadelphia). The brand, which originated in Manhattan, New York, quickly gained in popularity when it launched during the pandemic. As a fully automat-based eatery, visitors can order ahead and use a QR code to pick up their fresh bites. Guests can choose from a hot or cold menu, with options like Rueben, Philly Cheesesteak, or Peanut Butter & Jelly Dumplings. If you want to hear more about their brand new business--tune in to Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show!

Everyone loves a sweet ending--and our next guest is positioned to satisfy your sweet tooth! We spoke with Laura Carroll, whose role as Insomnia Cookies' Director of Sales offers not only insight, but sheer bliss with every delectable bite. Carroll's career took on a life of its own within the culinary industry, and after finding her path drawing closer towards food, she eventually began working for Insomnia Cookies. We chatted with Laura regarding her own history, as well as took a deeper look into what makes their cookies, brownies, and other sweet treats so irresistible. Also, be sure to visit their location in South Philly (across from Geno's & Pat's), just remember to follow their instagram stories to access some hidden fun!

Speaking of irresistible, we can't imagine leafing out some of the best things in life: Farmers Markets! Farms play an important role in all our lives, and our final guest, Bilal Rice, is the Program Manager for The Food Trust in Philadelphia. Bilal let all of us know what The Food Trust does, where to find them, and the importance in offering the opportunity to purchase nutrient-rich foods to communities that are in food desserts. The Food Trust originated by offering classes in Philadelphia's Reading Terminal Market in 1992. Years later, they now operate Farmers Markets in 35 locations in Philadelphia. If you want to hear more of what you'll find at one of their markets, their locations & hours, or simply find out more information about the programs you offer, then tune in to Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show!

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We began our show with some 'Made with Love' comforts from Kathleen Bianco of The Crazy Kat and Crave Pitman. Bianco not only grew up baking with her grandmothers, she brought those memories {and love} of baked goods to their businesses. Later on, she and her husband expanded on their business ventures by adding ice cream in addition to introducing new items regularly, including a heavy focus on gluten-free options. So if you're Craving something like Cheesecakes, Cookies, or Mousse Bombs...tune in to our show to find out everything that Crave Pitman and The Crazy Kat offers!

"Never give up on your vision, always keep going" are words to live by according to Shamaya "Bella" Oberlton of Rock N Rolls Philly. Since 2016, Oberlton has pursued her dreams of owning Rock N Rolls Philly, beginning with a business that was operated out of her family's home. That same business transitioned into food trucks--and more recently, a brick and mortar location. Speaking of transitioning, stay tuned to hear how Shamaya gives back to the community--offering positions to individuals via reintegration processes. But the biggest benefit of all...a delicious array of unique egg rolls, ranging from savory to sweet, with sides to choose from as well.

Our last guest taps into his passion of what local breweries have to offer with his business, BrewedAt. Evan Blum and his friend crafted their business model based on the desire to try what different breweries had to offer on-tap; doing so by trying different flights and discussing them. Now, they turned their fun nights out into a booming business where they track whatever is available to drink, as well as what events the individual spots offer. So whether you are a craft beer aficionado or a novice, BrewedAt can offer one place that showcases whatever you're looking for--all you need to do is look them up to find out!

From the age of 15, our first guest had a first taste of his future while busing tables at a local restaurant, and fell in love with the fast-paced industry. After pursuing that love by way of The Art Institutes, Chef Michael DeLone gradually worked his way from line cook to becoming the Executive Chef--and along the way meeting, learning under, and earning the respect of Chef Nunzio Patruno. Years later, Michael was seeking locations to open his own restaurant when his mentor called with the perfect opportunity: Becoming the new Owner and Chef of Nunzio's in Collingswood, NJ. Since then, Chef DeLone has been making his mark on the popular Italian restaurant, and is excited to share the new look and re-branding of Nunzio's in the coming months.

Speaking of new looks and re-branding, the Craft Beer Store's (Springfield) Owner, Matthew Titus Sr. was elated to share some big news--and you get to hear it first on Food, Farms, and Chefs Radio Show! After Titus Sr. acquired the business via his position within another company, Matthew Titus Jr. approached his father with a plan--to keep Craft Beer Store and make it their own. After some much needed renovations and an addition to the beer offerings, the venue became a popular spot for locals to enjoy. Since then, they've made several other changes to the space, including their big news--but we're not into spoilers, so tune in to hear what their Grand Opening (happening on Sept 23rd at 1pm) is celebrating, as well as a few more exciting announcements to look forward to!

Looking forward to new things comes with this week's final guest, Michele Di Pietro. As a Chef; Recipe Developer; Culinary Consultant; Cookbook Author; Food Writer and former Accountant, Michele blended left-brain and right-brain thinking into an artform. That duality aided in her rising career, taking several different forms along the way. Chef Di Pietro has blossomed into a multi-faceted business owner and Chef, creating delicious recipes and cuisines for everyone to enjoy. Not only has Michele developed recipes produced on a larger scale, she offers easy-to-make recipes on her blog and in her book, "Soupified: Soups Inspired by Your Favorite Dishes." So if you're pondering what to make, feel free to subscribe to MangiawithMichele.com for sauces to entrees and everything in between, or purchase her cookbook and Fall in love with your new favorite soup!

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Our first guest, Matt Satten, is no stranger to the popularity of libations-and drew upon the acquired knowledge to form Top Dog Cocktails. The cocktails, Greyhound, Whiskey Lemonade, Blood Orange Margarita, and Peach Mango Iced Tea are all crafted using hard liquor. In a world inundated with hard seltzers, Top Dog Cocktails offers great mixed drinks without the hassle to make it from scratch.

Next, we heard from Nery Burgos, Chef and Owner of Breakfast at Blume located in Delaware. Burgos, who graduated with a BA in Business Management, utilized her career to follow through with her life-long passion within the culinary industry. Nery's career path was inspired by one of her high school teachers, which she vowed to follow the three rules he suggested: Have a means to make money, have a passion, and have a hobby. Burgos' focus on three rules lended itself to the success that bloomed Breakfast at Blume.

Lastly we spoke with Ash & Pretha Kailath, the owners of Lu & Aug's in Ardmore, PA. They founded their dessert and coffee shop as a family entrepreneurial endeavor--and soon thereafter the magic of combining ice cream with coffee known as an Affogato became one of the most popular menu items for their business. On top of offering inventive (and instagrammable) desserts, they help support local business by including them into their heavenly ice cream creations--see for yourselves as they pile on 4th Street cookie company's brownies, silky-smooth chocolate ice cream (the Chocoholic), or their signature affogato made with OX Coffee Roasters Espresso poured over your ice cream.

If you're curious to find out what else each of this week's guests can tempt you with--be sure to tune in to Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show!

Food Trucks have become a popular (and dare we say sought-after) foodie trend, but what happens when you bring two hot trends into one concept? Our first guests, Electronic Eats set out to do just that. Co-Founders Nina-Maria Lara-Daniels and Armand Wilson met during the filming of a movie, and found a mutual love of gaming and food. Somewhere along the way, the pair's love and ideas blossomed, and Electronic Eats was born. Of course not all ideas run smoothly when they are first established, so tune in to hear how they turned a second-hand food truck into a well-run, entertaining, and food-centric mobile gaming center.

Co-Founder Rich Shaget and his Chef, Randy Smith, joined us to discuss Osteria 545. The location offers a deeper connection to the community, holding a history in the culinary world which you'll find etched into their bar-literally. As for their venue's refurbished areas--the rooms were established to offer a better dining experience. They wanted to ensure that guests of Osteria 545 would have an uninterrupted meal while partaking of the set-menus and fresh takes on farm-to-table specials. What makes this restaurant even more remarkable? Co-Founder Bruce Santino is also the owner of Black Sheep Farm, which offers fresh produce on a weekly basis for both Chefs (Santino and Smith) to come up with creative dishes for their patrons to enjoy. Looking to hear more? Then tune in to find out about one of the Specials running this week at Osteria 545, and so much more!

Our final guest, Co-Founder and Head Brewer Wayne Humphrey of My Local Brew Works, joined us from their location just inside Globe Dye Works. We had an in-depth discussion regarding how Wayne and his co-founder (Tim Montague) began their journey into the craft-brew scene, and how their business concept offers a distinct difference from all other breweries. After making a splash on the competition circuit they formed a friendship with Philly Brewing icon and author, George Hummel, who helped their journey with his expertise. After delaying the initial launch for My Local Brew Works (as a result of the 2020 pandemic), Humphrey and Montague are preparing their Northeast Philadelphia-based business to launch, offering cases of beers that are chosen and created by you--that's right! Your next gathering, event, or heck--even if you just want to grab a beer to brag about is at your fingertips. If you want to know more--stay tuned until the end of this week's Food, Farms, and Chefs episode to find out!

When you think of Scandinavian cuisines, Pennsylvania might not be your first thought. Our first guest, Nik Forsburg, may change your mind. Nik, who conceptualized Fet-Fisk Pittsburgh with his soon-to-be Creative Director, Sarah LaPonte during the pandemic. Together, they hosted bi-weekly pop-up meals at their house, in what Forsburg described as "speakeasy dinners." This coincided with Nik's desire to keep himself busy throughout the pandemic by acquiring a plot of land to farm at a local community space, which yielded the ingredients he uses for his dishes. Soon, the Fet-Fisk Pittsburgh pop-up became a popular (and sought-after) dining experience and now Nik is preparing to open the doors to Fet-Fisk Pittsburgh this Fall (September).

You don't have to travel far for our next guest, who opened Lilly's Ferry in Old City Philadelphia in what used to be Victoria's Freehouse. With views that will make you want to explore Philadelphia, Anas Hamed offers the savory dishes of Middle Eastern fare to your palates. Hamad's Chef, who previously owned and was the Chef for a restaurant in Dubai, created the menu for Lilly's Ferry. That menu includes items like his rich and creamy Hummus, Chicken Shawarma, and (lollipop) Lamb Chops. If you're curious to find out more--tune in and hear from Anas what he has to tempt your taste buds!

As we circle the globe via cuisines, we find ourselves stopping for some of Juan Placencia's Brazas BBQ Chicken. The Peruvian-based restaurant is not Placencia's first; he has opened, operated, and been the Executive Chef for several restaurants over the years. Due to some unfortunate set-backs, he felt the need to sell his restaurants and began anew. Fortunately, his decision preceded the shut-downs in 2020 and he used that time to open a ghost-kitchen concept: Brazas BBQ Chicken. The CIA (Culinary Institute of America) graduate found success in his new venture, and opened the doors to its first brick and mortar location approximately 9 months ago. Now, he is helping to bring about the resurgence of Philadelphia's South Street dining scene, and offering a delicioso flare while doing so!

Founder Colleen Falicki was inspired to compost years before starting Back To Earth Compost. She grew up learning little tricks from her grandparents who had maintained a healthy garden. Then in high school, the budding entrepreneur formed the group STEM (Save the Environment Man). Years later, after marrying and having a family of her own, Colleen formed Back To Earth Compost and has since turned the Green-friendly business into a community gem. With options to have your compost picked up (locally), or utilize one of the drop-off locations--you can save the environment one 5-gallon bucket at a time.

Next, Gene Blum chatted with the Director of Operations for M2O Burgers & Executive Chef, Richard Dobies of the newly opened Töska Restaurant and Brewery in Philadelphia's Germantown area. Chef Richard Dobies grew up learning how to cook, with his first job at the young age of 12 inside his cousin's restaurant. Later, he re-entered the culinary scene after health issues arose in his family's restaurants which eventually led Dobies to a General Management position at M2O's Newark, DE location. After seeing the positive impact of changes made by Dobies, the trio of brothers (Leo, Pep, and Jim Osmanollaj) who own Have a Burger and M2O Burgers, brought Richard on as their Director of Operations and Executive Chef for M2O and the new Töska Restaurant and Brewery. With the opening of Töska, visitors can experience a menu that will represent the Osmanollaj brother's Albanian roots by adding a delicious twist on comfort food favorites!

For our last course on your intellectual palate, we discussed everyone's favorite dessert: Ice cream! Owowcow Creamery was founded in 2009 by John Fezzuoglio, and is one of the few businesses licensed by the US Department of Agriculture to make America's favorite sweet treat from scratch. So it was no wonder when he offered the position of Executive Chef to Alison Rizzo, she was elated to accept. Rizzo, who graduated from the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY joined us to talk about what goes into making their flavorsome frozen treats, which hastens back to Fezzuoglio's original mission: Support local agriculture while serving the community by creating ice cream that is real and honest.

00:00:17~There was so much to unfold with our first guest, Master Mixologist Toby Maloney, that our co-host was overwhelmed with the abundance of his achievements! Not only has Maloney spearheaded the art of craft cocktails wherever he lands, he created a recipe book to help you craft them at home (or wherever you go too). "The Bartenders Manifesto: How to Think, Drink, and Create Cocktails Like a Pro" is the premiere guide on the methodology behind making your next favorite drink; I needn't say more on the book, as it has earned Toby his second James Beard Award (his first was earned in 2015 for Outstanding Bar Program at the Violet Hour in Chicago). What's even more exciting? He is currently the Bartender in Residency at Hop Sing Laundromat in Philadelphia! So if you're looking to mix it up, Maloney can serve you one of his elevated amalgamations of ingredients in Philly or pick up his book and create one at home!

00:16:40~Next, we returned to the beachy vibes of LBI in NJ with Director of Operations for Tucker's Tavern, Pete Palladino. The relaxed atmosphere with two distinct themes (think English Pub & a sailors paradise) are found throughout the vast first floor, with two outdoor patios, and a fun third floor bar with 360 views of the ocean and bay! You can dock your boat, or park your car and walk into Tucker's Tavern for a round of memorable drinks, food, and fun--and then explore the island's other great spots, like Daddy O Hotel's roof-top bar with even more sweeping views!

00:36:26~Lastly, we went behind the scenes at the biggest 4th of July party you'll ever attend! We spoke with the Founder of Innovative Catering Concepts, Rocco Gallelli, as he is hard at work for this year's Wawa Welcome America Festival. Rocco has masterfully served at the biggest festivals, events, and largest sports games attended in the USA. He is back, once again, providing food for visitors, tourists, and even the performers for this year's 4th of July--and we're bringing you an insider's look at how it all comes to fruition!

We're diving into summer with in-depth conversations regarding the page-turning heat behind Tracey Medeiros' latest cookbook, "The Vermont Farm Table Cookbook: Homegrown Recipes from the Green Mountain State." Then we kick our heels up for a relaxing weekend-long retreat at Daddy O Hotel, Restaurant & Bar with the Director of Operations, Pete Palladino. And since traveling and family-friendly fun coincides with touring museums, zoo's, and more--we spoke with SSA Group's Corporate Executive Chef, Matthew Beaudin, on how the family-owned business integrated an elevated, diversified, and sustainable menu into their partnership's locations. (episode 235)

(0:00:17)~We first spoke with Kayla Boylai, Director of Marketing at Altamarea Restaurant Group. The highly acclaimed international restaurant group has been awarded by James Beard, Michelin Guide, and highlighted by Zagat, The New York Times, and so many more publications the likes of which would take pages to write about. So we were more than elated to speak with Boylai about Altamarea Group's Founder, Ahmass Fakahany and the plethora of restaurants he owns. Each concept not only offers an elevated dining experience, the approach to maintaining sustainability via collaborating with organizations within the individual location's regions is a key component in Altamarea's goals. So if you are looking to dine at an elegant restaurant, grab a slice, or perhaps a summer cold brew coffee--why not guarantee a positive experience all around?

(00:19:45)~We next spoke with the Owner and CEO of Iron Rooster, Kyle Algaze. It's no secret that his Breakfast All Day concept has been a huge hit in Maryland's dining scene, with travelers from all over bragging about how delicious his oversized meals are. Between morning mimosa's (and other happy hour options), Rooster Fan Favorites like his Chicken & Waffles (or choose pancakes instead!), sizzling sides (did someone say BACON?)--his restaurants have grabbed the spotlight, and everyone's love of morning meals. Oh! And let's not forget his signature Roostarts, with flavors that change often and goes just as quickly. If you want to hear more about his finger-licking menu, how he got into the business, and where an Iron Rooster will be popping up next--stay tuned to Food Farms & Chefs!

(00:38:29)~Lastly, we're bringing you the 411 on what's s-COOL this summer! We spoke with the Founder, Chef, and one of the Teacher's at Dad's Chef's Table, Scott Noye. The need for educating students online via streamed classrooms began as a result of the pandemic, and unfortunately students lost out on normal activities and interactions. Noye recognized the positive impact and benefits of offering a culinary aspect to an online source--so this father of three began offering cooking lessons through an online classroom. Soon after the regulations lightened up, Scott Noye worked with local community centers to offer in-person classes. Now, the business has continued to expand and has opened registration (and begun classes) for their second year of summer camp. So if you are looking for a place to send your kids to this summer; where they'll learn life skills, how to cook, as well as implementing math, history, and more--tune in to learn more about Chef's Dad's Table!

We began this week's episode with Chef Kiki Aranita, who's delicious creations for Poi Dog put her on the culinary map. She has since had to close the beloved Poi Dog restaurant, however the name (and sauces) live on! You've most likely heard of her, considering Chef Aranita has appeared on numerous magazines, television shows, and syndicated news outlets--and currently, on the shelves of businesses throughout the Philadelphia region. Join us as we speak with Kiki about her heritage, how she grew her business, and transitioned into creating a line of sauces that we're clamoring for!

We then spoke with Farmer Lee Jones, who has literally wrote the book on regenerative farming methods! Not only has Jones written a book on how to grow nutrient-rich vegetables, his more than 300-acres of farmland has been nurtured to provide ingredients sought-after by the likes of Rachel Ray, Wolfgang Puck, and many more! His merits do not end there, he and his farm family have garnered James Beard Foundation Awards, a collaboration of Former First Lady Michelle Obama, and now...his delectable vegetables, edible flowers, and other products are available for purchase to ship across the USA. If you want to learn more about Lee Jones and his farm, there's plenty more to listen to on Food, Farms, & Chefs!

During our last segment, we have an update on what's been happening from Philadelphia's Best of winner, Old City Kitchen's owner Laura Eaton. As a friend of the show, and very talented individual, Laura offers unique and fun experiences curated to what you are looking for! If you're looking for a fun way to enjoy date night, hosting a team-building event, or perhaps throwing an intimate party to celebrate any occassion--tune in to hear from Old City Kitchen's Laura Eaton!

In episode 232 of Food, Farms, & Chefs Radio Show you'll hear:

0:20~Chef-Owner Adam Diltz is not a stranger when it comes to hard work, and is leading the way as he brings back some of the delectable meals made popular via the Pennsylvania Dutch. His Fishtown-based restaurant, Elwood offers a tasting experience that few Chefs provide: On his menu, you can enjoy items like his Gobbler's Ridge Farm Rabbit, Pork Tenderloin, and Sturgeon served family-style with seasonal accompaniments. Or you can enjoy an evening out when he offers a tasting event in collaboration with an author or fellow chef. No matter when you go, you'll feel sated with not only his plated cuisines--you'll feel filled with an exquisite encounter like no other.

16:18~Our next guest, Matthew Hendricks, takes gaming to another level. When you visit Thirsty Dice in the Fairmont region of Philadelphia, or Twenty One Pips in Ardmore, PA, you'll enter into a space that is geared to having fun! If you're curious as to what we are speaking of, we're referring to Hendricks' 800+ board games that you can play when you visit either of his locations, and at Twenty One Pips you can play Skee Ball and other throw-back arcade games--all while indulging your palates with foods and beverages to help keep the fun going!

36:00~Then Co-Owner Vince D'Amico of Off the Rail in Media, PA joined us to discuss how he and his fellow co-owners, Tara Duke and Ron Kennedy began the venture, taking over the space which was previously known as Jocelyn's. An opportunity to take over ownership presented itself, and Duke, Kennedy, and D'Amico seized the chance. After an unfortunate launch date due to the pandemic, the trio utilized the shut-down to renovate the space. Now, the area's only roof-top deck provides endless entertainment and opportunities to watch the big game, movies, and more on an enormous projection wall. If that weren't already enough to draw you in, then perhaps their participation during the summer-long Dining Under the Stars, Karaoke, or Open Mic nights are more your vibe. Whatever you decide, you'll surely have a great time with good food, great drinks, and endless entertainment!

This week's Food Farms & Chefs show is shore to be fun as we take you to some of the best beachy spots in NJ!

We first introduced you to the owner of Vagabond, Elvis Cadavid. Elvis and his business partner took over the local restaurant in 2013, after hurricane Sandy hit the NJ shore. After years of experience in the hospitality business, both Cadavid and Tom Harris rebuilt and renovated Vagabond, turning it into a spot that everyone wanted to hang out at--including Food Network's Guy Fieri. Years later and having weathered numerous storms and an epidemic, they are still going strong and offering a delicious array of menu and cocktail options.

Speaking of options, we next spoke with Donna & Kevin McCarthy who own and operate Hannah G's in Ventnor, NJ. This breakfast and lunch spot has been around since 2001, offering hearty meals including a large selection of vegan, gluten-free, and organic choices. Hannah-G's serves up their delightful breakfasts and lunches all year round, and when you visit, you'll feel like part of the family.

In our last few moments of this week's show, we wanted to show our gratitude to the individuals who have valiantly served our country. In honor of their memory, co-host Gene Blum spoke about the history of Memorial Day. After discussing the history of Memorial Day, Co-Hosts Gene Blum and Amaris Pollock discussed what they bring to the table for Memorial Day celebrations.

0:26~Our first guest, Chef-Owner Dominic Piperno, began his culinary journey as a youth. Guided at a young age by his Grandparents who immigrated to the USA from Germany & Italy, Chef Piperno gained a lifetime of knowledge on how to cook with zero food-waste, using the freshest ingredients, and balancing his passion as a chef with personal time. With those seeds planted, it is no wonder that he circled back to those habits ingrained in him from his upbringing. This is why he chose to switch from an a la carte menu at Hearthside in Collingswood to the more efficient tasting menu. You can visit Hearthside to experience an elevated menu, curated with the best ingredients that Chef Piperno obtained, for an exquisite dinner for two via making a reservation.

17:16~Commercial Break

17:40~We next spoke with Joey Ward, whose passion to bring fine dining to Georgia stems from years of experience beginning as a young man. At 16 years old, he began his career while working at a local country club. After earning an AA Degree at the Culinary Institute of America in 2005, he continued his education while working as the Sous Chef at Woodfire Grill in Atlanta under Season 6's Top Chef's Kevin Gillespie, and later as Gillespie's Executive Chef inside Gunshow. Armed with the knowledge, skills, and sophistication to create a successful Chef's Tasting experience, Ward opened the joint ventures, Southern Belle and Georgia Boy.

37:35~Commercial Break

37:49~To say that our last guest, Chef Steve Chu, is humble, warm-hearted, and hard-working would be an understatement: His desire to ensure you enjoy the foods he creates seemed to outweigh any proclivity to brag about himself or the impressive achievements he has founded. In fact, his energy is practically palpable; Chu's passion for food and ensuring you have a positive experience was at the forefront of what he expressed. I only hope that you can visit one of his locations and taste for yourselves the passion he expresses through his culinary creations.

We're taking an insiders look on this week's Food, Farms, & Chefs show, as we celebrate the 125th Anniversary of Masonic Village at Burlington with LIVE interviews during the Gala event. We spoke with the Executive Director of the Masonic Village, Anda Durso, as well as the Mayor of Burlington Township, NJ, E. L. "Pete" Green aka Elrich Green. And we ended our live interviews on a sweet note with Sarah Craft, Owner of Amazing Cakes and More! We also had the very talented Chef David Price on, who is the Executive Chef at Blondie in Manayunk. After proudly serving our country and retiring from active duty, David Price turned to his love of cooking and earned a culinary degree from The Art Institutes. Since then, David has worked for several restaurants, eventually finding an opportunity in the very hip neighborhood of Manayunk. Blondie, which opened early in 2022, combines a little atmospheric glitz & glam to go with their comfort foods-based menu during the day; and at night, Blondie transforms into a trendy night-life atmosphere complete with DJ's & dancing while their bartenders keep the cocktails flowing.

On this week's Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show, we spoke with Chef Toni Lorraine who owns Dr. Brownies, then Chef Kyle Berman of Co-Op Restaurant & Bar, and the Chef & Owner of Forged Eatery, Chris Amendola.We began our show with Chef Toni Lorraine PhD(c), who owns Dr Brownies. Lorraine transitioned from creating Jamaican cuisine to creating plant-based brownies inspired by her family's needs. The pandemic hit a reset button for her, and she started down her path of creating plant-based desserts, learning how to create crave-worthy treats free of animal products. Her passion extends beyond her decadent desserts; her career spans being a Culinary Instructor, Management positions within the culinary community, and a strong dedication to supporting the community. In particular, she joined The Bowman Foundation for Workplace Equity and Mental Wellness in 2022.We next spoke with Chef Kyle Berman who works at CO-OP Restaurant & Bar located in University City, Philadelphia. This wonderful restaurant brings together the love of fresh, locally-sourced ingredients to feature classic cuisines in a unique way. CO-OP pays homage to the individuals who had settled in the region by creating classic dishes and adding a little twist. Co-Op understands the importance of using hyper-locally-sourced ingredients to enhance the flavors of every meal--and you will taste that difference when you visit Co-Op Restaurant & Bar. Our final guest this week, Chef and Owner Chris Amendola of Foraged, literally stands behind the name of his restaurant. Foraged was conceptualized as a result of Chef Amendola's love of foraging in the forest. Chris began the journey to this concept while wandering in the woods and happening upon edible ingredients. This passion naturally grew like the ingredients he found, and soon he began foraging with a book in-hand, eventually marrying his desire for cooking with his bountiful finds. Now, you can taste the love behind his passion inside Foraged, which offers hyper-locally-sourced, and seasonal ingredients on his menu which changes daily.

Guests:

Monica Mannion, Carlos Raba, and Jesus Reyes

Synopsis:

We're celebrating a lot during this week's Food, Farms, and Chefs Radio Show, including the history behind Cinco de Mayo. We began this week's show with Personal Chef, Monica Mannion, then Carlos Raba who is the Chef and Owner of Clavel Mezcaleria in MD, and we ended our show with Jesus Reyes who owns Luna y Sol in NJ.

One resounding (and very meaningful) fact regarding each guest is their closeness to family. More specifically: They discussed how they learned from, and were inspired by, their family. Throughout the years, those same close-knit relationships blossomed into co-founding business ventures; traveling the globe; learning new cuisines and culinary techniques, and creating meals together in family-owned restaurants.

This week, we celebrate not only their individual achievements, we're celebrating their heritage, accomplishments, and continuing endeavors as a whole.

We began our show with the booming restaurant chain, Kura Sushi with their Philadelphia store's Manager, Taylor Hopkins. Hopkins joined Kura Sushi when she wanted to transition from Sushi Chef to FOH (Front Of House) responsibilities, and found her perfect opportunity when Kura Sushi opened in Philadelphia's University City. The fast-paced environment was a challenge at first, but Hopkins soon learned the pace and moved up in her position there. But we're here for the love of food, so we further discussed how this energetic environment, coupled with tech-forward ordering systems, offers its rotating conveyor of plated sushi favorites right to your table! And there's even a sweet reward when you dine-in: For every 15 plates, you receive a reward (like stickers, a lanyard, etc.).

We next spoke with owners Jessica and Justin Minchak, whose love of cooking led them to meet and eventually open Two Birds Cafe. Although Jessica's love for learning began in Anthropology and Writing, she was drawn to the art of cooking. Which is how they met--inside the kitchen while working for a local restaurant. Jessica's desire to continue learning drove her to attend the Academy of Culinary Arts, which is also where Justin graduated from, and the pair later opened Two Birds Cafe in West Chester, PA. Now, they have a strong focus of creating foods they love with locally-sourced ingredients, creating meals that are deliciously comforting to eat!

Jessica's Cafe also offers comforting foods to eat, lending itself to authentic European cuisines. Ermelin "Armen" Saqe, who was born in Albania, emigrated to the US with his family. After many years, and numerous visits with his grandmother, he learned the arduous (yet loving) task of creating everything they consumed from scratch. This process instilled the importance of using fresh, quality ingredients in every dish that he creates. Although he uses as many locally-sourced ingredients as he can, some items (like 00 flour and San Marzano Tomatoes from Italy) need to be imported to obtain the highest quality products for his guests to enjoy. Don't believe our word for it, check it out for yourselves--and while you're at it, be sure to check out his reviews on Yelp; Jessica's Cafe ranked in 2023's Top 100 Restaurants!

Spring has sprung, and we're celebrating it with frozen treats, delicious eats, and artisanal caffeine to keep you motivated for your warm-weather fun!We began our show by staring at clouds...Cloud Cups to be exact! Galen Thomas, who founded Cloud Cups in 2018, joined us to announce the Grand-opening of his first brick and mortar location in Philadelphia's Fishtown neighborhood. Thomas, who co-owns the popular gelato company along with Kolande Oronti and Drew Posey, is opening Cloud Cups where Little Baby's Ice Cream was previously located. What's even more exciting than enjoying the sweet frozen treats? How about grabbing a slice of 'za from Pizza Brain and some of Thomas' gelato! That's right--the best of both (culinary) worlds is back: Pizza and Gelato from two Philly favorites! And if you want to learn more about Cloud Cups, or taste some of Galen's delicious flavor creations for yourself, order some online to be shipped or stop by when he opens Cloud Cups in a few weeks!Now that you've made room for dessert, we've invited a spectacular guest to join our table: Executive Chef Matthew Audette joined us on Food Farms and Chefs to chat about Copper Shark Baltimore. Copper Shark Baltimore (CSB), which is located in the Locust Point neighborhood of Baltimore, MD, is home to Maryland's history during the prohibition era. Unfortunately, the pandemic delayed the opening date for Copper Shark Baltimore. However, the wait was worth it, as evidenced by the need to make reservations asap. You'll be delighted when you visit CSB for brunch, lunch, or dinner--there's so much to indulge in with exquisite meals curated by Chef Audette. Everything on the menu is inspired by foods that Matthew loves, which he incorporated from various places he lived like Boston and New York. Equally as passionate are the selections of Bourbons and Whiskeys offered at Copper Shark Baltimore; given the history of the building, the owners brought a nod to the locations' previous business in the Copper industry speak-easy, leaving a still that will eventually be used to create a house-made whiskey. If you want to hear more about Copper Shark Baltimore, tune in to this week's show!Lastly, we spoke with single-origin coffee roaster, Luis Gongora who owns Vamo Coffee Company in Philadelphia. Gongora was inspired while working in restaurants for eleven years and was drawn to the science behind brewing and roasting coffee and tea. After learning from other roasters, like industry leader Scott Rao, Luis brought his adoration of caffeinated beverages to new origins. He now works closely with two companies that introduce him to seasonal coffee beans from small-batch farms and roasting them to peak perc-fection; the outcome lends itself to flavorful brews that highlight the regions they hail from, moreover the cherries they were picked from. If you would like to learn more, visit Vamo Coffee Company for classes, coffee, and more!

We began by speaking with Jonathan Anolik, who co-owns Four Humours Distilling with his father in Philadelphia's Fishtown neighborhood. After searching for the perfect location, the father and son team opened Four Humours Distilling in the midst of the pandemic, and under the litany of rules and regulations of PA. Also of note: All good things take time--especially when it comes to a good whiskey. So, while their own branded labels continue to mature, visitors will be delighted to encounter other philly-born libations along with Four Humours' three-year aged Bourbon. Although Jonathan suggests your tasting includes a 'neat' pour, there are a plethora of cocktails to choose from, as well as lite bites to compliment your tasting.

Speaking of tasting experiences, our next guest jumped from the corporate world to owning and operating Modern Classical Chefs, an in-home dining experience that will elevate your next gathering. Dan Ninerell, who was inspired to start his company during the pandemic, increased his knowledge of cooking via watching culinary shows and through other independent research. With Modern Classical Chefs, Ninerell curates menu options based on your dining preferences via an initial consultation. Then, Dan and his team get to work. They do all the shopping; cooking; plating and cleaning up, allowing you to enjoy your party without the hassles of hosting.

Lastly, our very own co-host, Gene Blum, let us know the exciting news happening at Tranquility Brewing Company inside The Fuge! This Bucks County, PA business has a deep history in our country--they trained astronauts in the world's largest (and most powerful) centrifuge ever built! That's right, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin walked these very same halls, experiencing simulated gravitational forces during flight inside The Fuge. Today, you can walk in the footsteps echoed by America's legends when you visit Tranquility Brewing. They offer a variety of beers on tap, cocktails curated from PA Distillers, and a food menu the whole family can enjoy! And if you are looking to host an event, feel free to book The Fuge for a unique experience that will leave a lasting impression for your guests!

Guests:

Kevin Meeker, Bill Elmer, Mike Dalewitz, Jesse Bongiovi

Synopsis:

This week we're focused on all the greatest hits--meaning some amazing restaurateurs who have adapted their venues (and menus) to come up with delightful dining options that everyone can enjoy! And we love to wet your appetite, so we're plating up those heavenly dishes with a rosé that everyone's raving over!

We first spoke with Keg & Kitchen's Chef Bill Elmer and Owner, Kevin Meeker. Although the two have known one another for years, this is the first time Elmer has worked for Meeker. These two friends have years of experience and familiarity with one another, which lends itself to scrumptious results that patrons of Keg & Kitchen can enjoy. Chef Elmer, who is familiar with Owner Meeker's famed Philadelphia Fish Company, designed specials based on the former PFC's menu. Those specials are currently available throughout Lent, Easter, and some will be integrated into their Spring & Summer seasonal menu too. Look for those specials, along with daily Happy Hour options (including General Manager Matthew Marks inventive cocktails and mocktails), and other exciting events happening at Keg & Kitchen!

Afterwards, we had an in-depth discussion with Attorney turned Restaurateur, Mike Dalewitz. Dalewitz, who is the Founder of 618 Hospitality Group and Co-Owner of The Borscht Belt, joined us on Food, Farms, & Chefs to chew over how his career path ventured into the hospitality business. The highly driven, and self-motivated entrepreneur had a knack to fish out a niche; one of which led him to meet Co-Owner and Chef, Nick Liberato. And a love of all things delicatessen bloomed, opening The Borscht Belt in Stockton, NJ. Due to certain circumstances the former location of the Borscht Belt needed to be closed, but the pair are excited to announce the launch of The Borscht Belt in Newtown, PA this coming April, and The Borscht Belt Museum will be launching this month in Ellenville, NY along with hosting the first Borscht Belt Fest this summer!

Lastly, we hear from Jesse Bongiovi--yes, that name should sound familiar--who invited all of us to spring into rosé season with his latest vintage of Hampton Water. Creative minds must think alike, seeing as Co-Owners Jesse, his father Jon Bon Jovi, and long-time friend Ali Thomas joined forces to create a Rosé with Vintner Gerard Bertrand. Their 'pink juice' was inspired after years of traveling with Jesse's father and indulging in Rosé, oftentimes during visits to the Hampton's. And this is not some insipid label being brandished by someone famous; the Rosé has been awarded 90-Points for every vintage produced since its inception. Hampton Water Rosé is a blend of 60% Grenache; 15% Cinsault; 15% Mourvèdre and 10% Syrah which is then fermented inside French Oak barrels--it tastes wonderful on your palate, or feel free to create cocktail using Hampton Water Rosé as your base.

Food fuels our bodies in the same way that we fuel your taste buds and culinary interests, especially when it comes to this week's guests on Food Farms & Chefs Radio Show! We're bringing friend of the show (and celebrity guest) Roberta Pipito of Homemade Delish on and the OG of his New York neighborhood, Vlad Grinberg of The Organic Grill!To start, we caught up with our amazing, multi-talented, and dynamic friend Roberta Pipito! Not only has Roberta found a huge following as a blogger, she became an internet sensation who is lovingly referred to as "Philadelphia's Racheal Ray." And Roberta's continued success has paved the way to creating delicious recipes which have been highlighted on morning shows, local news, and magazines. And her star is still rising: Her wonderful personality & culinary talents caught the attention of television producers. So she joined us to officially announce her brand-new TV shows which will both premiere this summer on Recipe.TV! That's right, you'll hear her big announcement FIRST on Food, Farms, & Chefs when you tune in--and we're not going to put any spoiler alerts out there, so be sure to listen in to find the 411 on BOTH of her shows! And if you can't wait to see her, be sure to check her and her husband Rick on their live broadcasts on IG and Facebook under @HomemadeDelish!Afterwards, we got the dish on The Organic Grill which is a New York plant-based eatery that looks out for your best interest. Owner Vlad Grinberg began his journey into creating his piquant vegetarian and vegan dishes while being a very loving and supportive son to his mother. Due to health circumstances, Vlad's mother made the decision to eat nutrient-rich meals based on vegan and macrobiotic diets; a decision that extended her health and well-being after being diagnosed with cancer. A decision that subsequently inspired her son to follow in her footsteps and open The Organic Grill. Years later, Vlad now owns and operates his business with his wife, Olga Grinberg, and step-daughter Julia Chebotar. Mr. Grinberg also announced exciting news on our show, which is a huge opportunity for all of you! So be sure to tune in and find out all the exciting news when you listen to WWDB 860 AM & WPEN at 6 P.M. on Tuesdays in PA, DE, and Southern NJ, and WMLD 103.7 F.M. at 1 P.M. every Friday in NY, CT, and Northern NJ, or by streaming our show at any time when you search for Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show!

National cheesesteak day lands on March 24th, and we're celebrating the Philadelphia foodie favorite with Del Rossi's Cheesesteak Company's owner, Nish Patel. Nish, who acquired ownership of Del Rossi's Cheesesteak Co pre-pandemic, completely renovated the space and its menu. After bringing Chef Gregorio Fierro on as his confer, Chef Fierro implemented changes to the dough that inevitably enhanced the flavor & profiles of their menu. Included in some of the changes made were artisanal options as well as sourcing their ingredients from the freshest and highest-quality purveyors, which garnered the tastiest Pizzas, Cheesesteaks, and coming-soon: Calazones, around!

We then spoke with one of Bilal's Bakery & Deli co-owners, Chef Jamela Bilal. This is not the first time one of the Bilal family members opened an eatery, nor their first business. Chef Bilal, whose parents also own and run a cleaning business in the Philadelphia region, has deep roots within the culinary community. Jamela's roots are within the Halal community, of which she owns and operates Halal To Go. In addition to running her business, Chef Bilal also works with her family to run Bilal's Bakery located in Jenkintown, PA. A year-plus since they held their Grand Opening, the multi-generational family-owned Bilal's Bakery joined us on Food Farms and Chefs to discuss their baked goods; pre-packaged foods; and the impact that they have on their community as well as information on Ramadan and the schedule they'll keep during the month-long period of reflection, prayer, fasting.

This week's episode of Food, Farms, & Chefs is perfectly timed, since it also falls on International Whiskey Day (March 27th)! As such, we spoke with New Liberty Distillery's Director of Visitor's Experience, Jacob Looney. Together, we unraveled the lengthy history behind New Liberty Distillery and their Owners, and even included their close-knit bond with Ireland. Collectively, Robert Cassell and Steven Grasse own several Distilleries in the US, and collaborate with a company called The Connacht Distillery in Ireland. The duo operates under their parent company, named Milestone spirits Group, offering a wide variety of whiskeys; bourbons; liqueurs and aperitifs. So if you fancy a flight of whiskey, set up a tour at New Liberty Distillery with Jacob, and afterwards feel free to taste their award-winning libations for yourselves.

Everyone's Irish!

Slainte to all of you, and to celebrate St. Patrick's Day we have three Pubs to bring you all the green beer, Irish-friendly menus, and fun on Food Farms & Chefs!

We first hear from friend a of the show, McGillin's Olde Ale House and their amazing General Manager, Gabrielle Rubery. As one of the oldest pubs in the country, this local favorite has some fame of its own. McGillin's, which is the oldest pub in Philadelphia, has been in Owner Chris Mullins' family since 1958. It's so famous, that people travel from across the globe to dine and drink at McGillin's. On St. Patrick's Day the green beer is kept flowing, and don't be surprised if you find your future love when you visit. On top of all the festivities that happen throughout the year, McGillin's seems to offer good luck to people's love life...and has seen many couples pop the question in their pub.

Speaking of festivities, we spoke with Dooney's Pub's Director of Operations, Ariane Bonnes to chat about how Jim and Mary Dooney started their restaurant & pub, as well as the menu, events, and how the couple gives back to their community. As for their menu, Dooney's offers seasonal cocktails, so look for their Spring drinks menu (out now), and since they are deeply rooted in all things Irish, look for some traditional items, like Bangers & Mash, Shepards Pie, and Guinness Beef Stew year-round.

Lastly, we spoke with the Co-Owner of Cresson Inn, Tracy Harding and how he and his childhood friend re-established The Cresson Inn as a neighborhood pub in Manayunk. Originally founded during the prohibition era, the location started as an Inn before being turned into a shoe store with a booming speakeasy in the basement. Over the years the business changed hands (and purposes) within co-owners Sanders and Hardy's families before Tracy & his wife took over ownership. Now, Harding & Sanders are preparing to celebrate their One-Year Anniversary (on St. Patrick's Day), and joined us to let you know all the details!

Grab your bestie, because this week we're excited to introduce you to Crave Nature's Eatery, located in Lawrenceville, NJ. The health-conscious spot was co-created by four dynamic women, one of whom joined us on the show! Samanta Filip, the co-creator and Operations Manager of Crave, sat down for a fun discussion of their delicious menu and cool events coming up this month! So if you're looking for a flavorful way to enjoy some healthy bites, tune in (and check out) Crave Nature's Eatery-and maybe dance off some dessert at their adjoining Viva Ballroom Dance Fitness studio!We then swayed over to a hip spot that just opened in B-Town Philly. Co-Owner Derek Gibbons joined us to talk about Brewerytown Food Hall, the newest concept founded under Glu Hospitality. Brewerytown Food Hall is a multi-level space which offers a selection of cuisines from several of their restaurants. When you visit, you can look forward to a family-friendly environment, complete with games, a lounge area, food from Hunnie's Fried Chicken, Figo Pizzaria, 1225 RAW, and so much more! So while the kiddos are at play, grab something to eat and your favorite cocktail, and soon your four-legged friends can join in on the fun too!Speaking of joining in--one of the world's most-loved cocktails is now a breeze to make! Bloody Mary's are a thing of cocktail beauty, albeit the outcome depends on whomever makes it. Our last guest, Charlton Gronlund, took all the guesswork out of creating the perfect Bloody's in a ready-to-drink can! Bar2Table, which is co-owned by Gronlund and his partner, Scott Allen came up with the concept while traveling for work. The sub-par offerings on planes and inconsistent tasting profiles from various bars/restaurants had his mental wheels turning, so the pair came up with a shelf-stable (for a year) cocktail that tastes phenomenal, without any hassle or waste of ingredients. Now I call that a hole-in-one!

Savor the flavors of this week's guests on Food Farms & Chefs Radio Show, because they're cooking up some hot commodities in their kitchens. From a self-taught Barbecuer, to a fast-casual burger joint, and some dessert to follow--these dynamic individuals are creating treats for all of us to eat!

We began our episode with Terrell Barkley, who started his BBQ business after he unintentionally became the neighborhood grill master. He found his passion, and skill, to barbecuing while he was recovering from an injury. When he started to cook, the neighbors sniffed out the delicious offerings, and soon he found himself feeding all the children and their parents. As fate would have it, he met someone who wanted out of their business, and soon it became Barkley's BBQ. His popularity grew with every tasty bite, and soon he expanded to meet the requests of his fans, committing to a food truck in addition to his brick and mortar location.

We next wanted you to MEAT the self-proclaimed serial entrepreneur of Cherry Hill, or his newest endeavor that is. Mathew Daniel, who is a young, talented, and very driven individual is no stranger to owning his own business; he has formerly owned a Frutta Bowl franchise, as well as Cloud Lounge. Now, Daniel is the owner of BurgerFi in Cherry Hill, NJ, and he had his General Manager, Nicole Jackson, join us on Food, Farms, & Chefs. After discussing a little history of her own journey in the hospitality industry, we dug in...to BurgerFi and what distinguishes their brand from all the others.

Lastly, we spoke with Vanessa Jackson, owner and founder of Philly Cheesecake Lady. After spending an astounding 34-years without tasting this decadent dessert, Jackson took her first bite of cheesecake during an office holiday party. To her delight, she fell in love with the rich and creamy treat, committing to a weekly outing to Macaroni Grill for some more. It didn't take too long before she started making them at home, and eventually created cheesecakes that the whole family relished in. Seeing an opportunity, and not wasting it, she eventually opened a brick and mortar location, and has seen continued growth ever since. Now, Philly Cheesecake Lady is a family affair with both of her daughters co-owning and operating the booming business alongside her.

If you would like to know more of the delicious details, tune in at 6pm on WWDB 860 AM & WPEN HD2 97.5 in the Philadelphia listening area on Tuesdays, or 1pm on Fridays in the Hudson Valley, NY, CT, and North Jersey regions on WMLD 103.7 FM, or you can stream our show at anytime by asking your smart device to play FOOD FARMS AND CHEFS RADIO SHOW!

During our first segment, we spoke with Chef Tonii Hicks, who is currently participating in Garces Group's Chef in Residency program inside Volver. Chef Hicks is utilizing her Chef in Residency to raise funds to purchase a large building in West Philadelphia. Tonii's ultimate goal is to open a multi-level work space, with each level dedicated towards an independent purpose. In creating this multi-level workspace, she envisions a place where businesses; startups; restaurateurs and artists can collaborate together on projects. Through Garces Group's Chef in Residency Program, which highlights rising stars and offers Chefs a platform to raise monies towards whatever initiative they choose, patrons can dine on a menu curated by Chef Hicks along with offering additional tips and/or donations towards her cause.

Our impactful episode continued with Muhammad Abdul-Hadi. Abdul-Hadi's story begins with his entrepreneurial spirit; as a youth he grew up learning the in's and out's of owning businesses from his older sibling. Soon after graduating high school, he turned that passion into a budding career. Years later, after an unfortunate run-in with the judicial system, Muhammad turned his remarkable skills towards restaurant ownership with a mission, and Down North Pizza was formed. Since its inception, Abdul-Hadi staffs Down North Pizza exclusively with individuals who are entering the work-force after being incarcerated, offering them fair wages, culinary skills, and most importantly--job security where other businesses fail to do the same. However, the best part is saved for last, because the pizza's on their menu are so delicious that they have received attention from numerous publications and mainstream media outlets.

Lastly, we spoke with Christa Barfield, a highly motivated self-starter who is using her self-taught Agricultural skills to continue growing her CSA business: Farmer Jawn. Since she initially began Farmer Jawn, which offers fresh produce to food insecure families and communities located in food deserts, Barfield has continued to grow in all meanings of the word. After recently acquiring an impressive 123 acres of land, Barfield is now able to offer families on her "wait list" to sign up for her CSA program.

I'm not sure about you, but with everything that happened around the globe, this is an episode that will uplift your spirits, tempt your taste buds, and hopefully inspire you or someone you know! Stay tuned this and every Tuesday at 6pm on WWDB 860 AM & WPEN HD2 FM in the Philadelphia listening area, and in the Hudson Valley region on Fridays at 1pm on WMLD 103.7 FM!

We began with restaurateurs, Justin Weathers and Joseph Monnich, who own several dining establishments in Pennsylvania. They are known for bringing an elevated style to foods that you love. They're joining us to discuss their newest restaurant, Joey Chops. Joey Chops, which will hold its Grand Opening in the coming week, offers a luxurious dining experience with a cocktail menu tailored to impress. Located in Malvern, PA, Joey Chops will put a modern twist on the classic American steakhouse--a perfect choice for your next night out.

Of course, if you're planning a Galentine's or romantic dinner, it's important to choose the perfect beverage to pair with your meal. To help you with your choice, we had a wonderful conversation with Sunshine Foss, owner of Happy Cork located in Brooklyn, New York. In addition to offering bottles from well-known labels, Sunshine selects, sells, and offers brands that reflect her surrounding community. As a Black and Woman-owned entrepreneur, Sunshine recognized how impactful this was to her neighborhood and customers, and began to curate her selection of wines and spirits from minority-owned vintners and distillers. What is even better, Foss offers tastings for the products she carries; and if you are curious--some of these tastings are co-hosted with the brand's owners as well. Now that is a great pairing!

Speaking of pairing, Aarti Khosla will entice your sweet tooth with her richly decadent confections. Aarti, who owns Le Rouge Chocolates in Westport, Ct, creates her heavenly treats by hand. Originally born and raised in India, Aarti worked and traveled the world before following her passion to become a chocolatier. Once she did, the unique flavors and designs tempted everyone's palates, and Khosla's business went from selling at farmer's markets to owning a brick and mortar store. In fact, her chocolates are so remarkable that she's won numerous "Best Of" awards from Connecticut-based magazines. So if you're craving richly decadent chocolates, make sure to stay tuned for the full hour of Food, Farms, & Chefs!

Guests:

Joe Brown, Brennan Foxman, & Bill Beck

Synopsis:

We begin our show with Joe Brown, Executive Chef and Culinary & Food Bank Director for Harvest Cafe & Abundant Harvest Catering at Bethany Baptist Church. Chef Brown brought his unique fusion of Cajun & Italian cuisine to the culinary community when he burst onto the restaurant scene with his first location for Melange. Brown grew his name & brand when major media took notice of the culinary community, and found himself within that notable group. Some of the numerous appearances he made include TV shows like Discovery, National Geographic, & Food Network, as well as in publications like Ebony, Black Enterprise, & Health Quest. Unfortunately he had to close the doors to his restaurants in 2010, but his love of creating delicious meals for people still beat strong. As such, Chef Brown now leads the kitchen as well as inspires future generations inside Harvest Cafe. In addition to that, he just published his second book, Melange: The Story, the Recipes, the Faith which you can tune in to hear from Brown as he dishes out all the details on this week's show!

Next, we spiced up our show some more with WokWorks Owner, Brennan Foxman. Foxman Founded WokWorks in 2013 as a brick and mortar store, and has since expanded into various neighborhoods throughout the Philadelphia area. His most recent expansion, which he established in Philadelphia's Fishtown area, is the 10th WokWorks location and is his flagship store. WokWorks offers a plethora of vegan, gluten-free, and meat-based dishes, all of which immerse your palate into their menu of richly complex foods, searing in the nutrients with a wok. Brennan details these delicious techniques, and how he was inspired to open WokWorks with us on Food, Farms, & Chefs!

Lastly, we took a stroll to the best Cajun-based restaurant that's not in N'awlin's! That's right, we spoke with Owner/Founder Chef Bill Beck of Beck's Cajun Cafe which is located inside of the Reading Terminal Market! Beck's has been a favorite stop for Philadelphia neighbors and visitors to the area since they opened. In fact, Beck's richly flavored Gumbo's, Jambalaya, and desserts are so beloved that if you ask where to get the best Cajun in Philly, there's only one name that locals answer: Beck's Cajun Cafe! Chef Beck joined us to chat about his menu and how this popular foodie spot has expanded, and now offers more seating and two kitchens. Just make sure you stay tuned until the end because our co-host Gene Blum and Beck recommend (and describe) their favorites from Beck's Cajun Cafe tantalizing menu!

We begin with our home-base in Philadelphia, with a Philly favorite: Scoop DeVille. We spoke with Spencer Phillips, who is the current owner and operator behind the thirty year-old ice cream spot. Spencer discussed how he came to know Scoop DeVille, and years later became the owner 10 years ago. Initially Phillips stuck to all the original processes. However, Phillips now creates his own flavors, ice creams, and hot chocolate floats which are sought after treats all year long! Stay tuned for more about Scoop DeVille and all that you can look forward to for your next favorite frozen treat!

Tasting fabulous foods and beverages is always on our radar, so we spoke with the Creative Director, Joe Calerone, of New York's famous Serendipity 3. You may recognize the name, as this is a sweet spot for many celebrities, notable foodies, and from their notoriety on the small and big screen. Fame is not the only reason this New York City-based spot gained attention, they're also recognized for holding 9 different Guinness Book of World Records under the "Most Expensive" categories. However what we, and several celebrities are after is their Frozen Hot Chocolate Ice Cream and actual hot chocolate options. Need to hear more? Keep your stereo on, earbuds in, or smart devices playing--there were a lot of opulent items to cover.

Speaking of opulence, Max Brenner International's Director of Marketing, Yosi Coba, joined us all the way from Israel! Yosi began his career as a youth, working as a server in one of the first Max Brenner's Chocolate Bar locations in Israel. Coba later returned to the company after studying Marketing in school and now holds his current position--which we are emphatically jealous of! Chocolate is enjoyed by the masses, however the intricacy of creating chocolate confections that induce an emotional and tasting experience is on another level; that level is where Max Brenner's comes into play. The company is not just a chocolatier, it has become a full dining experience--incorporating palate pleasing culinary delights with everything they offer. Of course, this includes their signature foods, desserts, and beverages to enjoy no matter where you are in the world.

There's a lot to celebrate on this week's Food, Farms, & Chefs Radio Show, as we spoke with Tamas Szene who is the Director of Operations for Fearless Restaurants. Szene joined us to celebrate White Dog Cafe's 40th Anniversary, and this iconic restaurant that helped bring the farm-to-table movement to the culinary industry. Fearless Restaurants has even more to celebrate, as they announce their newest location on our show! So stay tuned to learn more about this trend-setting establishment, and where they are opening next!

To continue with our celebrations, we asked Melissa Fernando to join our family of foodies. Melissa is no stranger to bringing flavor to every dish, as she grew up learning the piquant flavors behind a variety of cuisines. Born in Sri Lanka, and growing up in Chennai, India Melissa eventually moved to Philadelphia, PA. This dynamic self-taught chef made a name for herself when she established Sri's Company and began offering delicious food at pop-ups {markets} around Philly. She quickly learned that the City of Brotherly Love, loved her back; as word of mouth spread, so did the popularity of her cuisine. So stay tuned to find out just how many flavors we can celebrate with her now, and hopefully in the future too!

Lastly, we're bringing back the enigmatic, energetic, and always knows how to entice our taste buds--Chef Joe Poon. He joined us in-studio to help celebrate Chinese New Year, and brought a feast along with him. We celebrated the New Year by delving into a dozen types of dumplings, hand-made candy (inside the studio), and other good luck treats. Joseph certainly knows how to celebrate in-style, and does so with a zeal while offering an insightful look at the traditions and symbolism of all the dishes presented to us.

We highly enjoyed our guests this week, and you will too. So stay tuned until the end as we travel across the globe without leaving our seats!

We began our episode by serving up the freshest meals in Camden County as we spoke with the co-owner and Chef of Corinne's Place. Originally born from a small catering business, the Founder Corinne Bradley-Powers grew her business into a beloved neighborhood spot; offering scratch-made foods that visitors from all over would travel to enjoy. Eventually word spread and her meals became so enticing that even celebrities and food critics became repeat customers. Mrs. Bradley-Powers eventually sold her business to Trevor Vaughan & his partner, Craig Sawyer, but not without Corinne's blessing; Corinne's new role within her famed restaurant is being the new owner's consultant. After ownership of the restaurant changed hands in 2019, Corinne's Place was nominated (and won) the James Beard Foundation's "America's Classics" Award, which is given to establishments that have remained open for at least 10 years, and reflect the character of its community. We touch on all of this and more, so stay tuned to hear about Corinne's Place's mouth-watering foods made with a whole lot of heart.

Speaking of heart, we take you into the heart of Philadelphia's dining scene as we speak with Michelle Shannon who is the Vice President of Market and Communications for Center City District's Restaurant Week. Michelle and Gene had an enlightening discussion regarding the origins of Restaurant Week and the role it plays within the community. The two-week long event not only highlights some of the most prestigious restaurants within center city, it benefits all of you by providing the opportunity to taste the flavors of Philadelphia's vibrant dining scene at a set price. If you are looking to experience a restaurant that you've not heard of before, or perhaps one that is on your date-night bucket list, Center City Districts Restaurant Week is the perfect time to get a taste of what you're craving!

Now if what you're craving is a delicious Mediterranean meal, then our next guest will surely tempt your taste buds! Spice Finch's Executive Chef, Michael Brenfleck, joined us to discuss the delectable options for their Center City Restaurant Week Menu! As we discussed a variety of Spice Finch's menu, both our co-hosts salivated over the luscious descriptions of every item. And what better way to enjoy a richly devised meal than to pair it with the perfect wines? This is why Chef Brenfleck sat with Spice Finch's Beverage Manager to pick just the right wine to pair with the first two courses. Now that is something I would like lingering on my palate--and you can too, so long as you stay tuned in for the entire episode of Food, Farms, & Chefs!

To start, we're celebrating two new concepts from FCM Hospitality that just opened in Philadelphia! Neina Langford, FCM Hospitality's Director of Special Events, joined us to chat about the delicious new breakfast & lunch offerings from Rosy's Cafe--and to help celebrate it, she delivered some of the tantalizing menu items to the studio! So not only did we chat about how delightful the food is, we can attest to it from first-hand experience! From flavorful bites of tortas, to tacos--this new spot is sure to please your palate! Then, we danced our way into the night with NoChe! NoChe, which is also part of the FCM Hospitality's ever-expanding and trend-setting concepts, offers elevated bites and cocktails that will tantalize all your senses. If you're looking to impress, then tune in to find out just how impressive these two new spots are!

Then, we had the pleasure to introduce Olga Sorzano, the amazing entrepreneur behind Baba's Brewaka Baba's Bucha--a kombucha with so much heart behind it, that I'm sure you will fall in love with her family's kombucha just as we have. Olga joined us to let us know the story behind her booming Kombucha brand, all of the health benefits, and to answer a question that so many have asked; what is Kombucha? On top of all the health and wellness benefits derived from drinking this time-tested beverage, it is a great alternative if you're looking to make a delicious mock-tail! So if your new year's resolutions included commiting to a healthier diet, be sure to stay tuned to hear from Olga, and to find out how you can learn to make Kombucha too!

Lastly we heard from Robert Ashford who owns a number of businesses with his wife, Arielle. Robert joined us to discuss 'Dry January, and how Volstead by Unity, Philadelphia's first zero-proof bar, is here to serve you the best alcohol-free time you will ever have. Located in the trendy neighborhood of Manyunk, this very popular bar also happens to offer a menu that is entirely vegan. Yes, you heard that correctly; a zero-proof bar that is also vegan AND it just so happens that we're having them on during January! This is a discussion you don't want to miss! Not only do we tackle the questions of what zero-proof libations are, we discussed the delicious assortment of menu options; cocktails; wines; and how this amazing duo created businesses that give back to the community.

We are still out having some fun, so for your listening enjoyment we're re-playing one of your fan favorites of Food, Farms, & Chefs!On the episode, which originally aired in 2021, had Jimmy Kunz whose undeniably tasty products from The Truffleist will tempt any foodies taste buds. Then, for our sports fans who also happen to be foodies, we had NFL/CFL player Justin Renfrow on to talk about the amazing things he does to help out feeding those in need. And for our final segment we also had the multi-talented Mark Cassasanto on. Mark, who is the Director Of Operations at Imperial Events Security and a featured columnist at "Philadelphia Row Home Magazine," has worked in the food and hospitality industry for years, and brings his delightful demeanor (and wealth of experience) with him everywhere he goes!

We appreciate all of our Food, Farms, & Chefs Family for supporting and listening throughout the years, and as we take a break to celebrate the Holiday Season with our families we wanted to share one of your favorite episodes with all of you again. So please enjoy our wonderful guests, and if you can find time to visit them--I'm sure that they would love to see you just as much as we do!

On that note, for your listening pleasure:

We're starting our show with Chef Tim Pervizi and owner of Heirloom in Doylestown, PA! Chef Tim Pervizi considers that all knowledge and talents are an Heirloom that is passed on from mentors and colleagues, and in that spirit he has become proficient in his own culinary talents under some highly acclaimed Chefs, including David Pasternack, a James Beard Award Winning Chef, and Food and Wine's Best New Chefs, Missy Robbins and even attaining his skills by acknowledging the differences in how every kitchen is run. He will take us on a wonderful look into his own culinary background, and lead us to his present day experiences, including how he is currently running Heirloom to be "In the Now."

Later, we hear from the husband team and owners of Kelly's Bakery, Chef Kevin Halim and Darrin Oakley, who also joined us in-studio with their barista aficionado, Joanna. You will get to hear how Kevin Halim found his own path in life by becoming a Chef, and how he used his talents during the pandemic to hone in on his bread-making skills. You'll also learn how this amazing duo founded their successful business through a brilliant idea that Darrin came up with, leading to the now popular bakery in Poughkeepsie, NY.

This week's episode of Food Farms & Chefs radio show is happy to welcome our friend, and celebrity chef, Georgeann Leaming back to discuss all her numerous endeavors, including the newly established pop-up concept; Zang Croissants. These buttery, flakey, and Super-sized pastries caught our attention, as I'm sure they will catch yours too! She's also joining us to chat about her role as one of MAPP's Ambassadors; MAPP stands for: Mentor, Advocacy, Purpose, Power of women. And how her involvement within the supportive community of MAPP coincides with other groups that she is involved with. All of whom offer equal support and comradery for women within the culinary and hospitality industry.We'll then take you into the hustle and bustle of becoming a chef when we took a behind the scenes look at Chef Barry Galasso as he taught his students (and our co-host Amaris Pollock) how to prepare a crab cake from scratch. Yes, you'll even get the recipe that Chef Galasso used to create this foodie-favorite dish, right down to his plating suggestions! We'll then take a seat to speak with Chef Barry one-on-one to hear how he began his career and what led him to inspire future generations of chefs at Camden County Technical High School in Sicklerville, NJ.

This week's Food, Farms, & Chefs show has ALL the spirits! We're bringing you a lot of holiday cheer from stateside to across the globe! As we begin, we spoke with our favorite libations expert, Frank Pagliaro. Not only did he offer recommendations of the best wines and spirits that are trending this season, he also delivered on a holiday treat! If you stop into Frank's Wines in Wilmington, DE you'll have the chance to win big! If you're wondering the "how's and what's" just stay tuned in on this week's episode to find out!Then we take another trip around the globe to celebrate the holiday season with both co-hosts Gene Blum and Amaris Pollock as they take turns describing some of the fun and interesting traditions and places where cheer across the United States as well as some traditions across the globe! We're talking about food traditions, fun places that you can visit for amazing holiday experiences, and events and locations that you might not know about.We rounded out our show with two amazing individuals who shared their culinary endeavors as well as offered samples from the dishes they created during the Taste of Philadelphia event.We first heard from Passanantes Home Food Services' Krystan Hale as she joined us to describe her delectable Pork Carnitas. The Carnitas, which our co-host Amaris Pollock loved to savor, were definitely something to brag about! And Krystan wasn't shy when it came to describing what made their food taste as amazing as it did: they use small-batch organic ingredients as well as proteins that come from non-antibiotic, hormone-free, free-range farms. We then heard from one of the Queens of this years Taste of Philadelphia, Keisha Prosser. Keisha began her career as a Pastry Chef, however in 2004 she noticed a decline of families who cooked at home. Seeing the problem and a perfect solution, Keisha decided the best way to remedy the situation was by teaching individuals how to cook and now offers classes through her business, Mobile Cooking Teacher. She joined us to describe how she began, what types of classes she offers, and how you can join her to learn how to make delicious meals at home!

On this week's episode of Food, Farms, & Chefs we're mixing it up with a celebrity chef, a cocktail guru, and ending the show by celebrating Christmas around the globe!We begin this week with celebrity chef, and friend of Food, Farms, & Chefs Radio Show, Chef Clara Park. Clara joined us to chat about her latest television appearance on Netflix's new series, SNACK vs CHEF! But before we dive into the details related to that, Gene Blum and Clara dug a little deeper into Chef Park's background and how what inspired her to follow the path to her culinary career. We also touched base on some of her other exciting foodie adventures, and how she is inspiring and teaching future generations to enjoy, be informed, and fully immerse themselves within the plethora of culinary cuisines!After delving into the prestigious world of highly acclaimed chefs, we'll journey over to one of America's favorite brunch-time cocktails--Bloody Mary's and the pre-made K Bloody Mary Mix. Believe us when we say that Khia Nelson, owner and creator of K Bloody Mary Mix, has turned non-bloody mary drinkers into lovers of the cherished cocktail! With her introduction to all of you--our Food, Farms, & Chefs family of fans--we believe that you will find her K Bloody Mary's create a full-bodied beverage experience that can cross boundaries; you can enjoy her mix as a virgin, adding alcohol, or get creative and use it to cook with! The world is your oyster, and K Bloody Mary Mix is the life of the party!And speaking of the world, we're rounding out this week with another wonderful segment from Chef Gene Blum as he discusses Christmas (foodie) traditions from various areas around the globe. One fun fact that you'll learn about is why that fruit cake is such a popular item, and how it lasts so long, or what goes into making a traditional plum pudding. Or the surprising fact regarding which USA fast-casual chain store is so in-demand that you have to make reservations months in advance. So stay tuned until the end to find all of that out, and more, on this week's Food, Farms, & Chefs Radio Show!

Rocco Gallelli who is a friend of the show, culinary genius, and Chef/Owner of Innovative Catering Concepts opened our latest show with a discussion of one of the most celebrated culinary traditions: the Feast of the Seven Fishes. Chef Gallelli joined our co-host Gene Blum to chat about the significance behind the celebratory meal, what would be eaten in the past and why, as well as where the Feast of the Seven Fishes originated. I'm sure that the discussion will pique your interest, not only with the history behind the Feast, but after hearing all the delicious foods that are eaten during the meal--you'll begin to get hungry for more.

Which is why we also introduced Chef Joe Muldoon to all of our Food, Farms, & Chefs family. Chef Muldoon joined us from inside his boutique foodie haven, Haddon Culinary. The food-driven market offers a variety of prepared foods as well as numerous products that are locally and globally sourced, bringing you the best foods and culinary delights from all over the world. And rest assured, the boutique store has two locations that offer creative meals made from scratch--with no corners cut when the two chefs/owners designed their menus. I know I'll definitely be in line to pick up one of their devilishly tasty pies, sandwiches, or Revolution Coffee Roasters-based beverages.

And speaking of beverages, we wanted you to be in-the-know with exactly what distinguishes the taste of those ice-cold beers we all love so much. So our very own culinary historian, and soon to be brew-master set aside some time to break down the various make-up of every beer-base. That's right--we're talking about beer basics 101. So if you've ever considered yourself a craft beer aficionado or wanted to get into home brewing, Chef Blum is breaking it all down for you and then inviting you to join him at Tranquility Brewing Company. Which if you listen till the very end--you'll learn about every last drop that they're brewing up at the FUGE's Tranquility Brewing!

So we hope to see you tune in and indulge in some of the best foodie news (and wish list) around!

We begin our show with our very own Culinary Historian, Gene Blum, as he informs us of the surprising history behind how Thanksgiving began, what was offered at the table when it first began, and how gradually it became the traditional gathering that we now know. Some of the history may even shock you (especially if you're a food lover). Like how an elevated menu item that we pay extra for at restaurants today originally was considered to be undesirable. And then he goes on to describe how beer played a large role in the celebrations of thanksgiving.

We then move onto a fun interview with Chef Sophia Morris, who gave us an insiders look into what it is like behind the scenes inside a professional kitchen, and all the passion that goes into working within the culinary community. Chef Morris then goes into some of the delightful menu items that she has created to entice you to visit Cake & Joe in Philadelphia, including some of her own favorites off the menu.

Lastly, we'll hear from our new Food, Farms, & Chefs friend, Chef Frank Benowitz as he and Amaris sat down to talk frankly about the food community, his own passion within the culinary world, and a little bit about what he is looking forward to throughout these coming holiday celebrations, as well as touching base on what he created during the Taste of Lancaster on and off stage.

Stay tuned to hear from Bravo TV's Below Deck star, Chef Ben Robinson while he sat down to discuss what it's like to create a multitude of culinary works of art on a yacht, where to find the best markets while in-port across the globe, and even what his favorite cuisine to create is. Then we spoke with friend of the show, Chef Brian Duffy as he dishes out what some of his favorite finds were during the Taste of Lancaster this year, what he has been up to lately, and what he was dishing up during his demo!

After a short break we'll also hear from Chef Edward Covino and how his scratch-made soups and stews are not only packed with an abundance of nutritious food, the meals are an ideal way to feed your hunger without worrying about all the prep work. We'll dig into how his pre-portioned and packaged meals are also perfect to bring out some of your own creativity in the kitchen too. And afterwards we will speak with Chef Barry Sexton as he represented all of NJ, PA, and beyond while he created his flavorful mushroom-based quesadillas and risotto for everyone to enjoy. And keep your ears peeled for where to find him next with the holiday season fast approaching.

Lastly, we'll hear from the hottest sauces to hit the market with Bev Jenkins with her company Hot Wings on the Run. She created a plethora of saucy ways to spice up your next tailgate or football party by adding her hot wing sauces to whatever you choose. And for those of you who LOVE the heat--she even gifted us with her ghost-pepper based one, BJ's XXXtreme Spicy Sauce. And speaking of spicy, we'll round out our episode with the very cordial owner of Frisco's Chicken, Mr. Francisco Gomez. He joined co-host Amaris Pollock and guest host Chef Barbie Marshall to discuss Frisco's Chicken's authentic latin-based menu options as well as how he brought the heart of the cuisine to the Lancaster area.

We're taking you on a journey to discover some delicious foodie spots in what is now called University City, but has been a long-standing foundation in West Philadelphia. Rich in its own historical significance in the region, Clarkville has become a wonderful local spot to grab some comfort food, local beers, and hang out for a while. We spoke with Clarkville's owner and Chef, Brendan Hartranft, to find out how he began his path to ownership as well as some of the daily 'insiders' experiences along the way. Of course we love hearing about what everyone is preparing inside their kitchens. So naturally, we discussed his menu and beverage offerings to tempt you to try them too!

We also spoke with Chef Matthew Fein, whose career began at an early age, and became official while studying at The Cambridge School of Culinary Arts. While there, Fein's self-driven nature and budding talents landed his first experience of running his own kitchen. After graduating, Matthew worked inside several prestigious kitchens and for well-known Chefs. After earning his mark on the culinary scenes in Philadelphia--Chef Fein was looking closer to home for a change of pace. Opportunity presented itself, and Matthew found himself transitioning into owning the beloved Dad's Deli & Catering in South Jersey.

We rounded out this week's Food, Farms, & Chefs episode by bringing back Elijah Milligan for a quick interlude during the Taste of Philadelphia event. We were very excited to meet Chef Miligan in person, as well as tasting what he was making for the event, and also finding out what he's been up to since we last spoke with Elijah.

And finally we wanted to extend our sincerest thanks to all the Veterans and their families, and our gratitude for their service, which keeps all of us safe. And we hope that our Food, Farms, & Chefs family will do their part by casting your vote this Tuesday, November 8th.

We begin this week's episode by giving thanks to the Veterans who have served our country as All About Events' Bree Tomar discusses the details of the parade, along with some of the delightful stores (and foodie spots) within the Reading Terminal Market.

Then we hear from several of the amazing Chefs who participated at Taste of Philadelphia! We'll hear interviews from Chefs Frank Benowitz and Guy Mitchell who have offered their culinary skills within several terms at the White House and who can also be seen on The Food Network. Then we had a lot of fun speaking with Hell's Kitchen Chefs Barret Beyer and Christine Hazel who were offering cooking demonstrations and tastings during the Taste of Philadelphia-- and we cannot wait to share their stories with all of you!

Live at Achieveability's 40th Anniversary, Food, Farms, & Chefs was on-site to chat with the individuals who made the event and has made the past 40 years possible.

We spoke with Executive Director Jamila Harris-Morrison for a short introduction to the event before she needed to head off to be a gracious host. And as the evening went on, Food, Farms, & Chefs co-host Amaris Pollock interviewed many of the individuals who work tirelessly to help raise Philadelphia up and become successful--bringing the residents and business owners above the poverty dividing line.

The night was full of food, beverages, and honorees who have worked closely as a sponsor, contributor, and member of Achieveability making a positive impact on the region, and we were honored to have the opportunity to introduce some of these heroes of the community to our own family of fans.

And for anyone wanting to know who we spoke with, as an easy reference:

Jamila Harris-Morrison
Aliyah Stangir/Brenda Rios
Briana Cianci
Jes Lawson
Steven C Sansone (audio balance needed too for when he speaks)
David Simms ((audio balance for when I speak)
Mary Walker
Sidiqq Moore
Eddie Keels (Philly Current Publisher) and Gina Gannon (6ABC Action News) who were the emcee's of the evening.

We first take a deeper dive into the Taste of Philadelphia and Taste of Lancaster's lineup of celebrity Chefs and Guests. Not only will we discuss the Gogi Wines Movie Star proprietor, we'll give you a sample of some of the television show celebrity chefs as well as Chefs who have played integral parts both on AND off the field--that's right, there are names dropped that are tethered to champions of the NFL. And speaking of champions--Taste Philadelphia and Taste Lancaster worked closely with Vet Tix to help provide the greatest people of all time, aka all of our Vets who protected our freedoms--a chance to experience these amazing events too! And now so can you--by grabbing your tickets as a BOGO by using the code "SOCIAL"

We then hear from another kind of hero, The founder of The Trauma Survivors Foundation and The Hospital Heroes Food Drive, as he joins us to invite all of you, our Food Farms & Chefs family, to attend his 10th annual Black Tie and Sneakers Gala, being held for the first-time ever in Philadelphia! And also new to this event--you can come all dolled up and bring your best mask! This will be a Masquerade party the likes of which Philadelphia has never seen before! And for that matter, are you unable to attend but would LOVE to indulge in all the delicious foods & beverages that the James Beard Award-Winning and Nominated Chefs are preparing for you? Rest assured this is the first time you can purchase tickets to attend the cocktail reception, or get more bang for your buck and attend the Black Tie and Sneakers Masquerade Gala and the cocktail reception under one ticket price. It's your choice, but just remember to wear your best blinged-out comfy kicks!

Lastly, we had a fun discussion with our friend, Chef Timothy Witcher and how his saucy, tender, and juicy wings have become so in-demand that he's brought them to the stadiums for all the sports fans to enjoy. If that's not enough, just think how his delicious wings are bringing all the luck to every one of the Philly sports teams! So, not only are his menu items Amaris' favorite, they've become the team's favorites too! Now, be a good fan and find out why The Wing Kitchen wings are bringing all the wins and taste the lucky cluckers for yourself!

This week's Food, Farms, and Chefs will bring you all the upcoming events happening in Philadelphia and beyond! You can look forward to meeting the individuals who help support others, or join us at one (or more!) of the events where you can meet celebrity chefs while sampling some of the finest wines, whiskeys, and foods around!

If you want to find out more--be sure to tune in to the full episode and find out what events are happening, when they're occurring, and some of the local and global celebrities you might run into!

This week's Food, Farms, & Chefs Radio Show is starting out with a few announcements from our very own Gene Blum and Amaris Pollock. With a somber note extending our well wishes to those affected by Hurricane Ian, as well as a few changes that have been happening within our small group of food-loving co-hosts, and an exciting announcement that we want to share with all of you--so you can join in on the fun!

We then take a look at a new start up in Philadelphia, from Dave McMullin, Jr. or better known as Dave Mack. Dave is joining us to talk about what's brewing over in West Philadelphia, and all the intricacies that go into making a craft beer. His passion for beer began in 2014 as a home brewer, and through learning and experimentation with ingredients Dave's home brewing efforts evolved into a business called Mack Brewing Co. And rest assured, we'll keep you updated with Dave Mack's journey as he continues from startup to owning a brick-and-mortar location as soon as he finds a home to brew in!

And we round out the show with two amazing businesses in New Jersey that are in a friendly competition which will last through the end of October, and all proceeds will benefit their respective Parks & Rec centers in their local neighborhood. Chef and Owner Dane DeMarco of Burgertime in Audubon, NJ, and Chef and Owner Marcello De Feo of The Fare Porter have created a competition that you can literally take a bite out of! With two creative burgers to up to the plate, only you can taste (and decide for yourselves) which you prefer--or perhaps both burgers suit your taste buds? You won't know until you try them out, and you can find out what's heating up the competition in their kitchens by tuning in to the end of the show!

On this week's Food Farms & Chefs Radio Show we took a pit stop at some of our favorite diners across the US, including the state with the most diners and the oldest running diner in the US. After that, we visited a chic restaurant that offers elevated takes on food that you find comfort in before moving onto our final guest, who was a piece of cake to speak with--especially when every meal is best served with dessert!

We began our show by discussing the history behind America's iconic diners, and then forked up some of our favorite spots! Of course some of these beloved diners are located in close proximity to PA and South Jersey, but when you love to eat, you love to travel too! So be sure to tune in to hear some of the lovely memories that Gene Blum and Amaris Pollock have from years of their own foodie adventures!

And what better way to celebrate something new than giving back to others in need? Which is exactly what Chef Derek Davis of Libertine in Philadelphia is doing with the launch of their new brunch options! During the remainder of September and throughout September, they'll be serving up delicious Bailys, Bagels, and Benedicts with a side of donations to a local LGBTQ+ organization in the neighborhood. You can hear all about it when you tune into this week's episode, and be sure to stay till the end to hear how Chef Davis makes the scrumptious burgers that a well-known food critic and columnist loves!

Lastly, we want you to have your cake and eat it too. Which is why we brought attorney and entrepreneur, Cassandra Burnett, on the show to discuss Lizzie's Love Cakes! Born from the love of her mother (and recipes passed down from generation to generation), Cassandra conceptualized an idea of baking cakes that her family grew up enjoying and turned it into Lizzie's Love Cakes! in 2020. Since then Cassandra has found her sweet ending with the success and growth of her business venture, and is now branching out by offering classes at Old City Kitchen.

We opened the hood on Food Farms & Chefs by introducing all of you to Dan Hernandez, who owns and operates the Spirit of San Juan food truck. Hernandez' latin-based food truck offers a variety of Puerto Rican cuisine, including empanadas, alcapurrias, and his famous (and very popular) Pernil Asado. We first met him at an event, and it was love at first bite! So of course we had to have him on so that all of our fans could fall in love with the Spirit of San Juan too!

We then hit the road and visited the hugely successful Mama's Meatballs, which is owned by Joe & Katherine Argento. The couple, who had previously owned a restaurant in Lebanon, PA, were looking for a new location with room to grow. They found that opportunity in Pennsauken, NJ when Mama's Meatball's previous owner was looking to sell, and the Argento's family was ready to take on the business. Since doing so they've made the meatballs their own and expanded upon the menu--creating delicious additions that fans of Mama's Meatballs immediately loved.

Of course we can't fill you up with food and not offer something to quench your thirst. That's why we had co-owner of Spellbound Brewing, John Companick, join us on the show! Companick and his partners opened the doors to Spellbound Brewing in 2014 after years of homebrewing and contemplation--and it was evident that New Jersey's love of beer has been brewing for a long time! Several years and awards later, Spellbound Brewing is gearing up to celebrate their anniversary this October 8th with a plethora of the craft beers on tap, live music, and a lot of fun to be had!

So if you have a love of food, flavor, and libations--keep your dials tuned to Food, Farms, & Chefs Radio Show to hear all about the Spirit of San Juan's food truck, Mama's Meatballs, and wash it all down with a bounty of brews from Spellbound Brewing!

We're dishing up two new restaurants for you to visit that are serving up comfort foods made with love, as well as the Best Date Night Award Winner from Philadelphia Magazine. So be sure to tune in to hear from Executive Chef Daniel Waller of KOP Tavern in PA, Ray Sheehan of Ray's Roadside Kitchen in NJ, and Laura Eaton of Old City Kitchen and Old City Social in Center City!

information-packed episode discussing the best Public/Farmers Markets in the USA and we talk to a very popular blogger Chef Dennis Littley from Ask Dennis, he has been recognized by some very esteemed outlets

Cheesesteaks, delicious homemade food items and Great wine are discussed in this great episode

We interview the Caterer of the SuperBowl and MLB Field Of Dreams Game...a great breakfast/lunch spot in Moorestown NJ and we tell you about some fantastic upcoming Charity Events that mix delicious food with supporting a great cause

Food Trucks...New restaurant with a great menu and an online place where you can order high-quality coffee to be delivered to you are discussed in this great episode

Chef Walter Staib Emmy-Award-Winning Host of the Emmy-Award-Winning show "A Taste Of History" on Amazon Prime and PBS joins us commercial-free for the entire hour

Craft Beers, Summer Festivals, and where to get delicious chicken are all discussed in this episode

James Beard Award-winning Chef two times over/BYOB restaurants and a fantastic brewery are discussed in this great episode

CBD Dispensary products, where to get delicious wings and superior quality wines are discussed in this great episode

Cheesesteaks, wine, and a great family business creating made-from-scratch sauces, cakes and more are discussed in this fantastic episode

Italian Food and a breakdown of BBQ cuisine by region and the best places across the USA to get good BBQ are given by our highly acclaimed Chef

Cookies, coffee and summer cocktails are discussed in this great episode

A famous singer and cheesesteak maker, a Chef who has cooked for the players at the SuperBowl,has cooked at the NBA All-Star Game weekend, Field Of Dreams game in Dyersville Iowa, and even the Pope, the region's premiere Tenting Company and Party Rental are all interviewed in this All-Star episode

Reading Terminal Market Upcoming Events in Philadelphia, Tranquility Brewing at the Fuge in Warminster Pa and Wah Gwan seasonings are discussed in this fantastic episode

Upcoming Events in Philly and at the Jersey Shore this summer, along with a long list of Pride Month Events are given by Aversa PR, we then discuss delicious seafood with Crab Du Jour and we end with our live interviews from Lincoln Financial Field

Fried chicken is discussed, we then interview a Goya Foods Executive and the episode ends with an interview about delicious Dining options at a restaurant school each interview contains lots of beneficial information that you probably didn't know before

Collaboration of two Accomplished Chefs and Live interviews from Lincoln Financial Field (Home Of the Philadelphia Eagles) with a very accomplished Private Chef are contained in this fantastic episode

Food Trucks, the great restaurants of Iron Chef Jose Garces and we get tips from a BBQ Champion in this fantastic episode

"Chopped Champion", Korean menu translator for Anthony Bourdain and Chef Eric Ripert, Chef Clara Park joins us and we discuss homemade ice cream in this great episode

Stouts, Ales, IPA's, how to attend a Bake School and we end by talking to a very accomplished Chef in this episode....you can listen to 174 of our past episodes directly from our Facebook page via your Facebook Mobile APP by clicking on Podcasts at facebook.com/foodfarmschefs

Brazilian Baked Goods, an interview with a celebrity Chef and an informative look at Olive Oils are contained in this great episode

Foodie Hall, Dish It Up Female Chef Competition on May 18th and CBD Infused Cuisine are discussed in this episode

Passover Tutorial by our resident Culinary Historian Chef Gene Blum, a great interview with Tony Luke Jr and delicious chicken places are discussed in this episode

"Beat Bobby Flay" winner Chef Michael O' Halloran talks about his experience competing on the show, in addition to his fantastic restaurant, but 1st we talk about Theatre Dining and we end this episode by talking about Ciders and much more

Big Green Egg Tips...Farmers Markets, Food System Education and Coffee and Cake are discussed in this episode

Seasonal Foods and Tasting Menus from Iron Chef Jose Garces outstanding restaurant Volver, ice cream and fun food facts are discussed in this great episode

Thai Food is discussed, we then talk to Chef Aziza Young, who is a former "Chopped" and "Hell's Kitchen" contestant and we end by talking Southern Cuisine with a new restaurant coming to Philadelphia

Women Brewers/great beer, delicious sandwiches, and private catering and Events Companies are discussed

Texas-style BBQ, cafes, catering and breweries are talked about in this episode

Travel and Tourism/Chef for hire and wine and spirits are discussed in this episode

Vodka and Spirits are discussed, we then talk to a luxury seasoning Company and a popular Mexican restaurant

we talk to two celebrity chefs and a great cheesesteak place

Superbowl Caterer calls in from the site of the Superbowl, where he is cooking for the players and VIP's at the 2022 Superbowl we then have two great places to get wings and brews before Game Day

Food And Music are discussed, we then talk to an awesome private event venue that is hosting great cooking classes and pop-ups and we end by naming some of the great restaurants that we have eaten at lately, lots of great restaurants are named

Delicious cuisine from private clubs are discussed with a Private Club Chef and we then discuss Indian cuisine in this episode

Rye Whiskey and hard liquor are discussed in the beginning of this episode and we then talk with 2014 Food And Wine Magazine "Best New Chef" Award winner Chef Eli Kulp

Pastries, comfort foods, wine, beer, and spirits are all discussed in this episode

alcohol-infused desserts/private chef to the rich and famous

Whiskey/cooking tips and delicious food is discussed

Inspirational stories of business creations are discussed with 3 businesses that started from nothing and are now extremely successful, this is a perfect episode to inspire you during the Holiday season

Mediterranean cuisine/Historic Venue/Cajun Cuisine

Legendary Irish Bar and a Brewery talk about special beers for their special Event, our Chef talks about making your own Boilo and we have a great conversation about Seafood, with a great restaurant

Vegan Food, wine and spirits for the holiday season and we give cooking tips and restaurant recommendations for the Holiday season

Tasty and Inexpensive Beef Cuts...Prehistoric Eating and a Holiday Candy Spot

Delicious wings, Buttermilk Fried Donuts and other delicious foods are discussed with Chef Tim Witcher 2016 "Chopped Winner" and co-owner and Executive Chef of The Wing Kitchen in South Jersey, but we start with a very interesting conversation with Author Priya Fielding-Singh about her new book "How the Other Half Eats:The Untold Story of Food and Inequality in America"

Homemade food being served at two great restaurants is discussed with a restaurant serving delicious homemade meatballs, eggplant parmesan and much more and a restaurant making basically everything from scratch, such as Leg Of Lamb, Turkey and Roast Beef and using the finest ingredients and maintaining a low menu cost

Farm-to-table restaurants/innovative menu items/ Baked goods and coffee are discussed

Delicious cheesesteaks are discussed with Delco Steaks, very accomplished Caterer Max Hansen discusses his incredible career and training and Charlie's Crepes talks about their delicious food and crepes

Delicious food and great wine are discussed with Chef's Expressions At The Manor, Pressure Canning is discussed with Author Angi Schneider and we tell you about the great restaurants in Pa n NJ that we have eaten at lately

Whiskey, Bourbon and other Spirits are discussed with Pennsylvania Distillery Company, we then talk with Reily's Candy in Medford NJ and the Medford Bagel shop in Medford NJ, our Podcasts 145 past shows are now available on our Facebook page via the Facebook Mobile APP, just search for our show and click on the Podcast option

Delaware County and all of the great restaurants and things to do are discussed with visitdelcopa.com we name alot of great restaurants and things to do in Delaware County..we then talk with Kurry Shack about their delicious Indian Food

5-ingredient recipes and ideas are given, we also talk about delicious French Toast Bites from Lokal Artisan Foods, which have now expanded into beer and coffee flavors and we discuss what is coming up during the Fall season at a local South Jersey barn

Filipino Food is discussed with Epicurious 4 Level Series Star Lorenzo L Beronilla, lots of great recipes and ideas are given and the Event Industry is discussed with Lou Marrocco President of Brandywine Events, lots of really great information and advice is given for people in the Event Industry and people aspiring to be in the Event Industry

BBQ Champion Ray Sheehan gives BBQ tips and tells you about his award-winning sauces that you can purchase, which will greatly upgrade your next BBQ and then we talk to Farm Director Jack Algiere from Stone Barns Center in Hudson Valley NY, lots of great information in this interview

We give away money, prizes, and a chance to be a co-host for a day to celebrate our 3rd birthday during this episode....then we talk wine with a winery and Events with the owner of an Event Planning Company

Successful restaurateur Ellen Yin discusses the current and future status of the restaurant industry and steps that were taken by her business, during the height of the Pandemic that helped her business, we then talk about beer, with Lower Forge Brewery, which is a brewery in Medford NJ

Field Of Dreams MLB baseball game Catering Company talks about catering this huge Event...we interview The Main Line Today about the upcoming Main Line restaurant week and we have a great interview with Chef Pamela Horowitz from Provence Catering in the Philadelphia tri-state area and Elmwood Gardens in Palestine Texas

delicious food and recipes are discussed with World-renowned Chef Walter Staib, who hosts the 15-time Emmy-Award winning show "A Taste Of History" on PBS and Amazon Prime, we then talk with Geno Vento who is the owner of Geno's Steaks, which is one of the most famous cheesesteak places in Philadelphia

Bassett's Ice Cream talks about their delicious variety of flavors and how you can get some, Simply Good Jars talks about their delicious salads and appearance on "Shark Tank" , Nick's Roast Beef on Cottman, and Woodhaven Rd talks about their delicious food and Food Trucks and Chef Gene is live from Maine discussing his fantastic trip and the Lobster Industry

The Fuge Entertainment Venue in Warminster Pa, Food, And Alcohol Book Authors are interviewed, these are perfect books for Summer reading

Celebrity TV Chefs give several recipes and cooking tips and we introduce you to a delicious homemade sauce that you can order directly from the person who makes it

Truffles and truffle products are discussed with "The Truffleist", we then talk to an NFL/CFL Football Star, who has played in the Superbowl and he talks about his charitable works helping "Food insecure" children, his great YouTube channel, and clothing line, we end by talking to an Event Security Professional and contributor to Philadelphia Row Home Magazine

Event Planners and why you should hire one for your next event, Falafel, Pitas, cheesesteaks, pot pies, and much more are discussed with interviews with Mia's Meals, Eventricity Event Planners, and Curly's Comfort Foods in Levittown Pa

Crave Montco Month is discussed from July 1st thru 31st, we discuss the many great restaurants and deals that you can get in Montgomery County in the month of July, we also have a great discussion about pickles

ice cream and throw-back candy is discussed with Penn State Berkey Creamery, Rocket Fizz in Marlton NJ and Crema Tutti

Mac N' Cheese by Delilah Winder /Original Hot Dog Factory and "lil" Trent's Grille owners join us to talk about their delicious food and they also give great business advice for all aspiring restaurateur's...Delilah's was named best Mac n Cheese in the Country by Oprah Winfrey in 2003

Outdoor venues and great restaurants are discussed with FCM Hospitality, Food and Travel blog markandchucksadventures.com and the planners and organizers for Philly Pride

Charities and ways that you can give back to the community are discussed...we highlight the charitable works of 2nd Story Brewing Company in Philadelphia...myphillyalive.com...Backyard Heroes BBQ and the Trauma Survivors Foundation

Food News and cheesesteak talk with Tony Luke Jr ...tons of great food news and we talk cheesesteaks with Jay's Steak And Hoagie Joint and Tony Luke Jr

Food Network "Best Baker in America" contestant talks about his experience on the show and baking, we then talk about Events with Jim Cohn from Mid-Atlantic Events Magazine and Eggs with one of the leading experts in the industry Vicki Wass

Dessert "fun facts" and information with a Legendary Pastry Chef

Cinco de Mayo History and "fun facts" are discussed

Hoagies/Fried Hoagies and Hero sandwiches are discussed with the COO of Primo Hoagies and T&N Homemade Kitchen, which has just came out with fried hoagies, you must listen to learn more

Fun Facts about desserts are given, we then talk to a very successful French pastry Chef and a Wedding and Private Party Company about the current state of the business

Pickling And Fermenting Tips from our Chef, we also talk to a Farm and the Catering Director at The Reading Terminal Market

Asian Fusion cuisine is discussed with Legendary Chef Joseph Poon

Dairy Farms are discussed with Bobolink Farm and Bake House in Milford NJ, great insight about Dairy Farms...we then spoke to St Germain about their Elder Flower Liquor n ended with a discussion about plant based foods

Healthy cocktail recipes, coffee fun facts, Food Truck and CSA interviews

Breakfast and Bourbon are discussed with analysis from our experts, while they did a tasting, really good information about both breakfast and bourbon is given

Food APPS that help you save money, find info about wine and more are discussed, we discuss Ghost Kitchens, fantastic segment from Chef Gene about Absinthe, we end the episode with a great interview with Hell's Kitchen Chef Barbie Marshall, who was on the show in season #10 @barbiemarshall

Make money with your love for cooking, we give great tips on how both trained Chefs and home cooks can make money by cooking, we then have a fantastic interview with the owner of Brotherton Brewing Company and we ended the episode with a fantastic interview with The Drexelbrook CEO/General Manager Domenick Savino

Cooking tips by Chef Gene and the economic impact of Covid on the restaurant industry, we also talk to Chef Rocco Gallelli who is on his way to cook for the players in the NBA All-Star Game and his Catering Company Innovative Catering Concepts just finished catering for the players in the Super Bowl

Fun facts about Food and the US Presidents, throughout History, are given, 200 facts total, you are guaranteed to learn something new

Super Bowl Chef Nathanael Pennachiett talks about catering the Super Bowl, we give fun facts about Valentines Day and a great segment about Chinese New Years

Mediterranean Cuisine is discussed, along with "fun facts" about Greece, Lebanon, Spain, Turkey and Portugal

Interviews with some of the most popular cheesesteak spots in Delaware County Pa

Fun facts about pizza and Chinese Food are discussed, we also have a great segment about Soul Food and it’s history

Surprising Seafood Facts live from Crab Du Jour in Newark Delaware

New Years around the World is discussed in the 1st 15 minutes, we talk about how New Years is celebrated in 50 different Countries, our contributor Gene Blum talked about New Years Foods And Traditions around the United States, he talks about the reason why these foods are traditionally eaten on New Years Day, we end the show with fantastic food budget tips

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we go on location to interview the owners of 6 of the best cheesesteak places in the Philadelphia Tri-State area

Fun food facts about Pennsylvania and New Jersey...a nutritionist talks about the keto diet

tips on how to save money when buying gifts, 100 tips total, we also talked with Molly Malloy's inside the Reading Terminal Market

Hanukkah, coffee and World Cuisine are discussed #Hanukkah #coffee #worldcuisine

Jules Thin Crust Pizza and Love Bird Chicken, multiple locations are discussed in this 33-minute bonus show done live on location from Jules Thin Crust in Newtown Pa

Mind-blowing Holiday facts...interviews with Mary Mobile Diner...Red's Rolling Restaurant....Not Your Mama's Tacos...Harvest Seasonal...Gooey Looie's...Steak Em Up....Campo's

Thanksgiving cooking tips and ideas are discussed with 2 highly trained Chefs and 2 highly talented home cooks

live show from Charlie's Roast Pork at 1301 S 3rd St in South Philly, great interview with the owner about their delicious food

Food and meal home delivery services are discussed, we also talked with Chef Donnell Jones-Craven about his YouTube show "Culinary Conversations" and we end the episode with excellent interviews with Cafe' Carmela's in Northeast Philly and Curly's At The Nest in Levittown Pa

winter foods are discussed and we end the episode with an interview with two outstanding cheesesteak spots in the Philadelphia tri-state area

Seafood is discussed, during this excellent bonus episode from Crab Du Jour at 822 N Broad St, they are also located in other States around the Country, our hope is that once you learn more about this great place, you will have a new favorite seafood place

Foods across America and foodie news are discussed

easy dinner ideas and we tell you how to get delivery from a Brewery

Foodie News, such as Busch Beer has a beer, just for dogs and more are discussed

Cheesesteaks are discussed with Jim Pappas of the Philadelphia Cheesesteak Adventure, who has eaten cheesesteaks at 700 places in this bonus episode

Diners and Diner foods are discussed, tons of stuff about Diners are discussed

Comfort Foods are discussed, including the most popular comfort foods around the World and in the USA and what comfort foods are your celebrities favorite, we also talk about the science behind why people eat comfort foods

Fun Alcohol facts and food recipes that include alcohol are discussed

Dine Latino Restaurant week is discussed during this live episode from Bar Bombon at 133 S 18th St in Philadelphia Pa #dinelatino

Fall facts are discussed, money-saving tips halfway through and we give information about our current contest, which gives a lucky restaurant a chance to win an online menu, with 2 years of free web hosting

food trivia game with prizes given

Crazy food facts discussed for the hour...Fritos only have 3 ingredients....flamin hot Cheetos were created by a janitor for the company and more #foodfacts #interesting #food

beer is discussed 15 minutes into episode, we talk Indian food 45 minutes in food trends in the beginning #beer #ipa

money-saving tips for hosting all types of parties and a website that allows you to take cooking classes, play trivia games with all money going directly to charity, right from your home

dessert fascinating facts are discussed for the hour, German chocolate cake was named after a candy factory employee and has nothing to do with Germany and stuff like that

Catering industry is discussed with a professional caterer, segment #4 gives dozens of tips on how to save money, when hiring a caterer

fast food interesting facts

tips and recipes for when it's too hot to turn on the oven

50 foodie debates..pineapple on pizza??...ketchup stored in a fridge or cabinet etc are discussed

charities that financially support the restaurant industry

general money-saving tips for everyday life, learn how to save money

60 tips on how to save money at the grocery store 64 minutes of nothing, but money-saving tips when grocery shopping

save money at restaurants with 55 minutes of tips, this episode teaches you how to save money while eating out at your favorite restaurants...for foodies worldwide

Vegetarian/Vegan and kosher cuisine is discussed for the entire hour, a must listen for lovers of these cuisines

An hour filled with BBQ talk, live from an outdoor BBQ, with BBQ Sauce and cooking Champion Ray Sheehan, #bbq

Beers and Cheesesteaks are discussed for the entire hour with The Philadelphia Cheesesteak Adventure, our beer consultant Matt Maratea and Food Photo Journalist Amaris Pollock, live from Philly Beer Fest

An hour all about St Patrick's Day with trivia and interesting facts about how St Patrick's Day is celebrated around the Country

how to make homemade gnocci, the Feast Of The Seven Fishes, the history of her great restaurant and much more are discussed in this live show from Mama Maria's Ristorante Italiano at 1637 E Passyunk Ave in Philadelphia Pa #Abruzzo #Italy #gnocci #eastpassyunkave

Chef Nick Liberado fro the new Netflix show "Restaurants On The Edge" premieres on Netflix on February 28th and Southern Food is also discussed

Live show, done on location from Pinocchio's Restaurant at 131 E Baltimore Ave in Media Pa..the 1st half interviews their manager Dan, who has been working there for decades and the 2nd half talks more general about the restaurant itself and the pizza business

Valentine's day facts... popular foods by state

great show, live from one of America's oldest, continuously running bars #history #prohibition #Philadelphia this is a special 90 minute Podcast from McGillin's

Valentine's Day tips, where to get free Facebook live cooking classes, Valentine's Day meal ideas and ideas of where to go out to eat on Valentine's Day are given #ValentinesDay #upscalefood #freecookingclass

superbowl2020 #porkshoulder #chuckroast #restaurantweek

Great info about hosting your Superbowl party and going out for restaurant week are given

Jim Pappas from www.philadelphiacheesesteakadventure.com takes over for the hour and talks cheesesteaks, Jim has just finished eating his 500th cheesesteak and has been featured on all of the major media outlets in Philadelphia, he talks about how he started and the best cheesesteak value #cheesesteak #friedonions #nowhiz #extracheese

weightlossjourney #healthylifestyle #weightloss

Bar Food is discussed live from JR'S Place at 2663 E Norris St in Fishtown, delicious 14oz crock of French Onion Soup for just 6 bucks and a huge Fishermans Platter for only 13.50

frenchonionsoup, #barfood #Fishermansplatter #burger #firemanschili

celebritychef #christmas #hanukkah #tiramisu #feastofthesevenfishes #christmasfood

Steakhouse #liveshow #cocktails #appetizers #bananasfoster #tablesidecaesar

Greek Food is discussed with George, the owner of Athena Gyro at 1167 rt 55 Lagrangeville NY 1250 www.athenagyro.com and Chef Donna from The Freight House www.freighthousecafe.com talked about her delicious food at 609 rt 6 Mahopac NY and then we have ideas for tacos

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We teach you that South House at 2535 S 13th st, is under new ownership and talk about the new things that you can find #sportsbar #wings #burgers #fries #glutenfree #vegetarian

Thanksgiving ideas and cooking tips are given for turkey, appetizers, side dishes and dessert by 3 Chefs #thanksgiving #thanksgivingrecipes

BBQ Food is discussed for the entire hour, including cooking tips and recipes, with Philly Blind Pig BBQ www.blindpigbbq.net YouTube--Food And Beverage Information Station Facebook: Dining On A Dime Dining On A Dime Dining On A Dime. 461 likes. https://dining-on-a-dime.simplecast.com will let you listen to our show on any day or any time you want, we give tips on saving on your monthly food budget, give food...

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Great tips on how to cook eggs and an outstanding interview with Dan, from Tuck-ins www.tuck-ins.com and Chris Myers from Taste Philadelphia www.gourmetshows.com his outstanding food and wine Expo at the Valley Forge Casino is November 1st and 2nd this event is essential for Food And Wine lovers everywhere www.gourmetshows.com to get your tickets

Gin infused gummy bears, where to buy an Advent Calendar with beer cans behind the windows, instead of candy and much, much more are discussed with Author John Howard-Fusco and Jim Hasson from Grubhouse Philly, if you have friends or family traveling into Philadelphia, go to www.phillyrestaurantreviews.com and take our Audio Food Tour and for just 5.00, they can get the real best restaurants in Philadelphia, without the tourist traps of the traditional Food Tours charge, the average Philadelphia food tour costs 40.00 and you can put ours on 5 different listening devices for just 5.00, which makes each food tour just 1.00, saving a family of 5 an average of 195.00, go to www.phillyrestaurantreviews.com and select Audio Food Tour

Chef Andrew Pearce Executive Chef at Hugo's Frog Bar And Chop House located inside the Sugarhouse Casino and Dominique Frio General Manager at Hugo's were on the show..www.hugosphilly.com Facebook and Instagram: @hugosphilly joined us for the 2nd half of the show, John and Jim taught you how to make pizza dough from scratch and we had the weekly My Philly Dish segment in the 1st segment Dining on a dime Dining on a dime hundreds of restaurant reviews, all with photos for restaurants in Philadelphia, sponsored by "Dining On A Dime" www.wildfireradio.com/dining-on-a-dime/ podcast

We paid tribute to Chef Carl Ruiz, then we talked about our new syndication station WMLD in Hudson Valley New York, we had interviews with the winners of Philly Burger Brawl and segment#4 was Jim Hasson giving tips on how to cook a great Burger Our website has been upgraded, so check it out Philly restaurant reviews - Home Philly restaurant reviews - Home hundreds of restaurant reviews, all with photos for restaurants in Philadelphia, sponsored by "Dining On A Dime" www.wildfireradio.com/dining-on-a-dime/ podcast

Season #2 starts with segment #1 and it's general news for all foodies, segment #2 John Cohl took over and talked about customer service, segment #3 was the My Philly Dish segment, where you can hear our show Tuesday thru Friday at 11AM on www.indiephilly.com and Jim Hasson gave you cooking tips in segment #4 We are now available on Patr www.patreon.com/diningonadime

Italian food and Jersey Shore spots are talked about in the 1st half hour and we celebrated our 1 year anniversary with an unscripted chat with the crew from "Small Bites" in the 2nd half hour...you can hear our past shows at Wildfire Radio - 24/7 Original Streaming Entertainment Wildfire Radio - 24/7 Original Streaming Entertainment Bored of the same old washed up, filtered entertainment? So were we. That's where Wildfire was born.

Just search for both "Dining On A Dime" and "Small Bites" to hear our shows To see hundreds of restaurant reviews, all with photos www.phillyrestaurantreviews.com

Great Brunch spots were discussed with @j_cohl @ridesharejim and @jimmytrashtalk and the 1st 30 minutes of the podcast was with our very special guest Charlies Crepes charlie's crepes home charlie's crepes home The starting point of good food.

If you love to go out to brunch, than you must listen to this episode Philly restaurant reviews - Home Philly restaurant reviews - Home hundreds of restaurant reviews, all with photos for restaurants in Philadelphia, sponsored by "Dining On A Dime" www.wildfireradio.com/dining-on-a-dime/ podcast

to see hundreds of restaurant reviews and photos from the tri-state area

Delicious seafood is discussed with John Cohl and Jim Hasson, so if you want tips on where to find delicious seafood, this show is for you, picks start 30 minutes into podcast, but we started our show by talking to George from Rigatonis Mobile Crab Cakes and Famous Crab Cakes in Prospect Park 913 Lincoln Ave in Prospect Park www.famouscrabcakes.net www.phillyrestaurantreviews.com for more information on our show

Great BBQ in the tri-state area is discussed with John Cohl, Jim Pappas and Jim Hasson, if your looking for great BBQ in Philly Jersey and Delaware, this show is for you, Ted Torres from Coa Catering Coa Catering Joined us in segment #1 www.phillyrestaurantreviews.com to see hundreds of restaurant reviews with photos ITunes Google Play Spotify IheartRadio Stitcher and all other podcast platforms

Best restaurant picks from our 1st year on the air, we talked about best breakfast, lunch and dinner spots, along with best restaurants for all food categories, this episode was done live from the Tattooed Moms on South Street for Podfest

Delicious cheesesteaks and breakfast places are discussed with John Cohl, Jim Pappas and Jim Hasson who cooks a delicious breakfast at Grubhouse Philly inside the Bourse Building and the Philadelphia Cheesesteak Adventure can be contacted at www.philadelphiacheesesteakadventure.com Find out more about our show at Philly restaurant reviews - Home

Owning a restaurant is discussed with Marc Bernstein Author of "The Fiscal therapy solution 1.0" Available Now on Amazon! Available Now on Amazon! Six step guide to personal and business financial health

who is a financial expert and Peter Defeo who does Real Estate for the restaurant industry with John Cohl who is a restaurant consultant, Jim Hasson who is a restaurant industry pro Welcome to Philly restaurant reviews, reviews by Author Kevin J Wilson Welcome to Philly restaurant reviews, reviews by Author Kevin J Wilson Best restaurant reviews for Philadelphia by Author and host of the "Dining On A Dime" food podcast on ITunes and Google Play

Great BBQ is discussed with Jim House of Award winning Pork Island BBQ 609 224-0285 and Angel, owner of Merrill's Colonial Inn at 1309 Blvd Rt 50 Mays Landing NJ talking about their Christmas in July event at Merrill's July 25th at 4pm and we also talked with Spicy Affair 95 Woodstown rd in Swedesboro NJ www.spicyaffair.us to see hundreds of restaurant reviews, all with photos at Welcome to Philly restaurant reviews, reviews by Author Kevin J Wilson

Tweet Jersey Shore restaurants are discussed, just in time for your Summer vacation down the shore, diningonadime@yahoo.com to give feedback

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Tweet Beer week and Italian restaurants are discussed with John Cohl, Jim Pappas from www.philadelphiacheesesteakadventure.com and Grill Master from Grubhouse Philly inside the Bourse Building Jim Pappas, we gave you Italian restaurants that we haven't talked about on the show before, so its "new to you"

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Tweet East Passyunk Ave is discussed, we talked about the best places on East Passyunk Ave, Author Ray Loewe

www.theluckiestguyintheworld.com taught you how to meet new people through his "Friends Connection" event, Jim Pappas www.philadelphiacheesesteakadventure.com also joined us with Jim Hasson of Grubhouse Philly The post Dining on a Dime – Episode 37 ‘East Passyunk Ave’ appeared first on Wildfire Radio.

Tweet Great wings are discussed and special guest Samosa Vegetarian at 1214 Walnut st told you about their delicious 7.95 buffet and Author John Howard Fusco, James Pappas and John Cohl told you where to find great wings

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Tweet South Philly restaurants are discussed, many of which are "hidden gems" we gave you well over 35 picks for great food in South Philly, Sean Justice from Grumpys Tavern at 9th n Cross, right off Tasker also joined us, we also talked with Chef Shannon Johnson who is the Executive Chef at Lions Gate in Voorhees NJ

www.phillyrestaurantreviews.com to see hundreds of restaurant photos and reviews and more information about our show The post Dining on a Dime – Episode 35 – ‘South Philly Smackdown’ appeared first on Wildfire Radio.

Tweet Great Philadelphia Pizza is discussed with Kevin Laukaitis Jim Pappas and Matt from www.njpen.com if your looking for great pizza in Philly, this show is for you

www.phillyrestaurantreviews.com for all of the information you need about the show The post Dining on a Dime – Episode 34 – ‘Great Philadelphia Pizza’ appeared first on Wildfire Radio.

Tweet Italian food is discussed with Mamma Maria from Mamma Maria Ristorante Italiano at 1637 E Passyunk Ave 215 463 8410 www.mammamaria.info and Ray Loewe Author of "The luckiest guy in the World" www.theluckiestguyintheworld.com Author and Actor Peter Defeo was also in studio to promote his upcoming film "Sleeping with the fishes" and James Pappas from www.thephiladelphiacheesesteakadventure.com

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Tweet Pete Genovese and Bill Beck joined us, Author and food writer Pete Genovese talked about great NJ pizza www.nj.com/genovese to read his articles, then 50 minutes into the podcast we played a live interview from the Reading Terminal Market with Bill Beck, owner of Beck's Cajun Cafe at the Reading Terminal Market and 30th St Station www.beckscajuncafe.com, tons of tips about where to find delicious NJ pizza on this show.

The post Dining on a Dime – Episode 32 “Pete Genovese and Becks Cajun Cafe” appeared first on Wildfire Radio.

Tweet Food combinations are discussed with the crew from Rassle Rock on Wildfire Radio, several unique food combos are discussed including the sushi burrito from Hai Street Kitchen and many more

www.facebook.com/diningonadime1/ to see our photos and www.wildfireradio.com/dining-on-a-dime/ to hear all of our shows Jim Pappas from the Philadelphia Cheesesteak Authority page on Facebook also joins us The post Dining on a Dime – Episode 31 ‘Food Combos’ appeared first on Wildfire Radio.

Tweet Author Pete Genovese, Author of over 10 books on New Jersey, including "Jersey Diners" and food/feature writer at Star Ledger and nj. com www.nj.com/genovese

Download us on ITunes and subscribe to us on Google Play The post Dining on a Dime – Episode 30 ‘Pete Genovese Interview’ appeared first on Wildfire Radio.

Tweet Great cheesesteaks are discussed with spots that were off the top of our heads and we still named a dozen great spots that we haven't mentioned before with James Pappas from the Philadelphia cheesesteak adventure page on facebook and Jim Hasson who is the Grill Master at Grubhouse Philly inside the Bourse Building

diningonadime@yahoo.com to give us your opinions The post Dining on a Dime – Episode 29 ‘Cheesesteak show #3’ appeared first on Wildfire Radio.

Tweet Irish food is discussed and great places to get it with Kevin Laukaitis from Kohn Swift n graf and Jim Pappas from the Philadelphia cheesesteak adventure page on Facebook and cheesesteak adventure on Instagram...subscribe to us on Google Play and review us on ITunes and see our photos at www.facebook.com/diningonadime1/

The post Dining on a Dime – Episode 28 ‘Irish Restaurants’ appeared first on Wildfire Radio.

Tweet Food at Sports venues are discussed just in time for Phillies baseball with www.indiephilly.com where you can hear our show Monday thru Friday from 11am to 12pm diningonadime@yahoo.com to send us your feedback and www.facebook.com/diningonadime1/ to see our photos... also available on iTunes and Google play so please review

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Tweet New Jersey restaurants are discussed including White House Subs and The Pub with the hosts of We're Just Grubbin on Wildfire Radio and Author John Howard Fusco who is the weekly contributor to "Small Bites" which is also on Wildfire Radio

www.facebook.com/diningonadime1/ has photos from most of the restaurants that we talk about on our podcast www.kjwkjwilson.wixsite.com/diningonadime is our podcast website and to send us your thoughts or opinions email diningonadime@yahoo.com The post Dining on a Dime – Episode 26 ‘All New Jersey Hour’ appeared first on Wildfire Radio.

Tweet Bars with great food are discussed with James Pappas from The Philadelphia Cheesesteak Adventure page on Facebook...www.indiephilly.com to listen to our past shows Monday thru Friday at 11am....diningonadime@yahoo.com to request to be a guest or give us your opinions on our show.. @diningonadime1on Twitter...www.facebook.com/kjw25 will give you access to hundreds of restaurant photos that Kevin Wilson has and uses for the show... www.facebook.com/diningonadime1/ to see photos from the restaurants we talked about on our podcast

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Tweet restaurants between 30th and 40th st in Center City are discussed in order to find you the best bang for your buck, we discuss both the good and the bad, go to www.facebook.com/diningonadime1/ to see our photos and download us on ITunes...diningonadime@yahoo.com to give us your feedback

Twitter: @diningonadime1 Instagram: kjw1972 has a few hundred restaurant photos www.kjwkjwilson.wixsite.com/tableforone to get more information about Kevin Wilson's book "Table For One" available at Barnes and Noble The post Dining on a Dime – Episode 24 ‘University City Smackdown’ appeared first on Wildfire Radio.

Tweet Special occasion restaurants are discussed with Kevin and John giving you great tips on "special occasion" restaurants such as The Palm that give you good value...Phillybite Magazine called in and we heard from restaurant consultant Donnell Jones-Craven of Dondari culinary consultation services which can be found on all social media platforms...diningonadime@yahoo.com to give feedback and download us on ITunes

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Tweet Sandwich deals are discussed with James Pappas from The Philadelphia Cheesesteak Adventure page on Facebook and they gave you great sandwiches and cheesesteaks in Center City and the tri-state area for as low as 4.50, download us on ITunes and review

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Tweet Restaurants outside of Center City are discussed with Jim Hasson, Grill Master from Grubhouse Philly inside the Bourse Building...restaurants in Las Vegas, Florida and Maryland along with plenty of great picks in South Jersey are discussed...email diningonadime@yahoo.com to give your opinions and download our shows on ITunes

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Tweet Breakfast spots are discussed with alot of hidden gem breakfast places...diningonadime@yahoo.com to give us your opinions of our show...www.facebook.com/diningonadime1/ to see photos from the places we talk about and @diningonadime1 on Twitter...hear a mix of our past episodes Monday thru Friday from 11:05AM to 12:00pm at www.indiephilly.com

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Tweet Bar food is discussed with Kevin, John and James Pappas of the Philadelphia Cheesesteak Adventure page on Facebook...download and review us on ITunes, great places to get delicious food at bars you may not have heard of before

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Tweet Food Court restaurants are discussed with Grubhouse Philly in studio

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Tweet Diners are discussed with Kevin telling you about Philly Diners from 5 to 530pm and John talking about South Jersey Diners from 530pm to 6pm...there is also a segment on where to eat out on Christmas day...diningonadime@yahoo.com to give your opinions and www.facebook.com/diningonadime1/ to see photos from the restaurants that we talked about on the show..download us on ITunes and give a review

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Tweet Dinner Deals are discussed including fine dining spots and lots of hidden gems.. www.wildfireradio.com/dining-on-a-dime/ www. Facebook.com/diningonadime1/ to see our photos on Facebook

The post Dining on a Dime – Episode 16 ‘Dinner Deals’ appeared first on Wildfire Radio.

Tweet Rittenhouse Square both good and bad spots are talked about with Philly Bite Magazine www.phillybite.com and James Pappas from The Philadelphia cheesesteak Adventure on Facebook

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Facebook:Dining On A Dime www.wildfireradio.com/dining-on-a-dime/ to hear our our past shows The post Dining on a Dime – Episode 15 ‘Rittenhouse Square Smackdown 2’ appeared first on Wildfire Radio.

Tweet Chris' Jazz Cafe' at 1421 Sansom st owner Mark Dennino joined us to talk about their incredible 8.00 weekday lunch special which changes up every day, follow them on Facebook: Chris' Jazz Cafe to see them...they are also available to deliver on Grubhub.. Part 2 will be next week, download this on ITunes and review, this show tomorrow

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Tweet Mike Antinore from Mamas Meatballs which is a great food truck and restaurant at 2673 Haddonfield rd in Pennsauken NJ talked about the food truck business and Kevin gave you the trucks that give you the best bang for your buck in Center City and our very food truck expert John Cohl called in and added his expert insight

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Tweet Craig Laban talks about his 2018 Ultimate Dining Guide available at philly.com/store...Masala Kitchen at 1211 Walnut st which has delicious Indian food including kati rolls, Author John Howard Fusco "Culinary History of Cape May" at Barnes and Noble...best spots for Thanksgiving

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Tweet Best spots at Reading Terminal and Italian Market are discussed with the Just Grubbin crew who you can download at www.wildfireradio.com and find out more information at www.justgrubbin.com

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Tweet Southern/Soulfood is discussed with Chef and cooking school instructor Kiesha Colbert 484 467 7275 to have her cater for you... best places to get Southern/Soulfood is also discussed...any review on ITunes will be read on the air so be sure to download us on ITunes

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Tweet Best and worst places between 6th st and 13th st in Center City are discussed plus they talk to the 3 Crazy Ladies who have a delicious restaurant located inside a Sunoco Gas Station in Malvern Pa Facebook: 3 Crazy Ladies

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Tweet "Great cheesesteak debate round #2" had Kevin and John talking to Derek Timm and Glenn Gross from Small Bites with Glenn Gross every Sunday at 6:35pm on Wildfire Radio and blue jean foods and Jim Pappas from "Philadelphia Cheesesteak Adventure" page on Facebook and they had a round table discussion that talked about great cheesesteak places that aren't usually talked about for their great cheesesteaks, you want to download episode #7 along with this episode in order to get a complete guide of hidden gem cheesesteak places in the tri state area and send it to people who you know are visiting the city so that they can get a really good cheesesteak.. be sure to rate, rank and review our podcast on ITunes

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Tweet Kevin and John talk to Jim from the hugely successful Facebook page "Philadelphia cheesesteak adventure" and all 3 of them gave you cheesesteak places that you don't hear about every day... they talk to Gooey Looies at 2nd n Moore st which gives you around 20 ounces of steak on each sandwich... they also talked to Steve the owner of Leos cheesesteaks in Folcroft Pa which is a true hidden gem... they also talked to Chris Myers from the Taste Philadelphia event at The Philadelphia Expo Center on October 19th thru 21st and if you go to www.gourmetshows.com and use promo code "kevinwilson" to save 20.00 off of your tickets The post Dining on a Dime – Episode 07 “Great cheesesteak debate” appeared first on Wildfire Radio.

Tweet kevin and john talk all things coffee with Donato Marino owner of D n L Coffee Service at 215 365 5521 who will supply you with coffee equipment and fix your machine... They also talk to Riverwards Cafe at 3118 Richmond st and Bower Cafe at 263 S 10th st which is a new spot

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Tweet Kevin and John talk to Buk chon at 132 Chestnut st and teach you about authentic Korean cuisine...we also talk to Author Irene Levy Baker Author of the new book "Unique eats and eateries of Philadelphia" and they tell you what fine dining restaurants offer low price options

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Tweet Kevin and John tell you about hidden gem places that they guarantee you never heard of plus talk to Ron @cleandropmobile on Twitter who talked about how to avoid food illnesses and they thoroughly analyzed Center City restaurant week to show you where to get the best bang for your buck

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Tweet Kevin and John do an "airing of grievances" episode that tells you about restaurant dishes that were not so great and they name names... they also break down Center City restaurant week and tell you where to get the best bang for your buck....give your feedback at diningonadime@yahoo.com

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Tweet "Lunch Special Mania"....Kevin and John discuss where you can go and get a hearty lunch on a very low budget...send your feedback to diningonadime@yahoo.com

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Tweet Kevin and John show you the best places in Olde City where you can eat out well on a very low budget....they also name names and show you the places that they didn't like in Olde City with special guest Mo, the owner from Oh Brother at 206 Market st in Olde City

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Tweet An Introduction of Author Kevin Wilson and Food Truck expert John Cole about where to eat out on a budget

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