Episode Archives

Tim Hollingsworth – Celebrating Luxury and Mundane Food

What we covered in this episode Chef Tim Hollingsworth shares how they are navigating through this current situation of the pandemic. It is a heavy cost to reopen a restaurant. Everybody needs to rethink what they’re doing with the restrictions. Chef Tim Hollingsworth describes restaurant Otium as a more comfortable version of fine dining: both…

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Charlotte Voisey – The Exciting Life of a Brand Ambassador

What we covered in this episode with Brand Ambassador Charlotte Voisey Charlotte Voisey introduces William Grant & Sons, global supplier of spirits.  She works with all the ambassadors on all of William Grant & Sons’ brands. Their job is to make people fall in love with the company’s brands such as Hendrick’s Gin or Glenfiddich …

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Michael Gulotta – Asian Inspired Cuisine with Louisiana Pantry

What we covered in this episode Chef Michael Gulotta explains the reasons why he shut down early March his restaurants in New Orleans at the start of the pandemic. He shares how different the impact of this pandemic is compared the situation caused by the hurricane Katrina  back in 2005. Chef Michael Gulotta describes his…

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Leadership – What Every Senior Executive Can Learn From Top Chefs

This conversation about leadership and “What Every Senior Executives Can Learn From Top Chefs” with Chef Andre Natera should have taken place at the SXSW CMO Clubhouse in Austin, TX back in March.  Obviously, with the pandemic situation the event was canceled and we recorded our discussion about leadership as an episode for my podcast…

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COVID-19 Prompts Two NJ Chefs to Pivot Business

What we covered in this episode Chef Leia Gaccione and Chef Sam Freund describe their dining concepts. South + Pine American Eatery in Morristown, NJ and  at Central + Main American Eatery in Madison, NJ for Leia. White Birch in Flanders, NJ and Slamwich Scratch Kitchen in Madison, NJ for Sam. Leia is famous for…

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Chris Cosentino – Inspired by Local Culinary Heritage

Chef Chris Cosentino says: “you can’t create future unless you understand history. If there’s not a grounding in history, then it just doesn’t make sense. And it’s also easier to draw from history than it is to just make shit up!” What we covered in this episode Chef Chris Cosentino shares his thoughts about the…

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Five Days in Panama City with Two Day Trip to San Blas Islands

Panama should be on your next on your travel bucket list. It is one of Central America’s best kept secret! It is easily accessible. Panama is considered the bridge of the Americas and is only a 2.5 hour flight away from Miami, and 5 hours from New York City. It is a hub for biodiversity….

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Weekend Getaway in Savannah, Georgia

Discovered the Southern charm of Savannah with the dripping Spanish moss, the beauty of 22 squares, and the renowned Historic District. The beach at Tybee Island is just a half-hour drive from downtown Savannah and makes for a fun day getaway. Savannah Square Access the Itinerary I have created a Guide with two customizable itineraries…

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Matthieu Cabon – A Passion for Bread

What we covered in this episode Baker Matthieu Cabon believes that artisan bread is popular today because of an evolution in taste and people are tired of white bread. The main difference between industrial bread and artisan bread in “TIME”, says Matthieu Cabon.  Between bakers, we judge ourselves with the baguette and the croissant, but…

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4-Days in the Finger Lakes with a Day Trip to Niagara Falls

The Finger Lakes region offers the perfect spot whether you are searching for a short family trip, a romantic getaway, or a relaxing escape with friends. I especially love the area around Geneva, NY, and Seneca Lake. Lucky Hare Brewing Seneca Lake Access the Itinerary Seneca Lake is nestled in the heart of Finger Lakes…

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