Chefs Making Waves- New England

For the past several years Food Tank, the global think tank for all things food, hosts an annual all-day summit at SXSW. This year we chat with representatives from the Food Recovery Network, Grace Farms, the American Farmland Trust and Organic Valley. We dive into the missions and foundation of each of these organizations and how they work hand in hand to foster the sustainability of our food systems. Photo Credit: Food TankSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Luck Reunion and the fundraising dinner, Potluck always aims to bring the unexpected in all the best ways.Diving into conversation with CEO and Founder Matt Bizer, we chat expanded programming and partnering for the first time with SXSW. The band, The Animeros bring bolero, psychadelic and cumbia styles to the scene along with a Dan Auerbach collaboration story. And Potluck Chef Ambassador Michael Fotjtasek curates a team of chefs that bring flavors that span Tex- Mex, Oaxaca and beyond. Poster Art By: Mishka WestellSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Direct from Charleston and talking all things Holy City, Christine chats with James Beard winning Pitmaster and Chef, Rodney Scott on origins for his passion of the pit, sake sommelier and Chef, Chris Shoedler of the intimate, omakase- focused Sushi-Wa and Alyssa Maute Smith, Executive Director of Charleston Wine + Food on the road to the 20th anniversary, and the initiatives paving the path forward for the years to come.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

While sailing up the coast of New England aboard The Norwegian Gem traveling from Boston to Portland, Maine to St. John, New Brunswick, Christine is joined by co-host Jennifer Bushman, Executive Director of Fed By Blue for a live audience recording with Chefs Esther Choi, Eric Adjepong and Jeff Mauro. Discussed were all things sustainable seafood, Korean, West- African and Italian-American roots as well as exciting news of what is next on the horizon.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feast + Harmony takes it on the road to Farm Aid in Minneapolis, MN, celebrating the 40th year of helping sustain the livelihood and infrastructure of family farms. Host, Christine Sykes Lowe speaks in-depth to family farmers on their mission of regenerative agriculture, as well as the challenges they continue to face. A highlight on the farm- fresh unique option known as "HomeGrown Concessions”, as well as an exciting surprise announcement on behalf of Farm Aid and HRN.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode we talk with two women entrepreneurs in Asheville, NC  on their journey since the devastation of Hurricane Helene last September. Meg Ragland- President and Founder of Plum Print and Jessie Dean, Founder and CEO of Asheville Tea Company. In the midst of chaos, mere days after the natural disaster, a group of women formed to create the Women Entrepreneurs Asheville Recovery Endeavor. Its mission: to support women- owned businesses severely impacted by the storm and help them rebuild. Meg, a co- founder of the endeavor and Jessie, a recipient of the support, tell details on why this critical fund was a lifeline to begin forging ahead on the long road to recovery.Photos Courtesy of The Women Entrepreneurs Asheville Recovery EndeavorSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We talk with three women, Molly Irani- Co-Founder and Chief Hospitality Officer for the Chai Pani Restaurant Group, Terri Terrell, Culinary Directory of The Utopian Seed Project, and Randi Weinstein, Founder of FAB Charleston. In this episode we go into detail on the critical days after Helene, specifically for the restaurant industry as well as the farms that support the food infrastructure of WNC. And with Molly, the keynote speaker of FAB Charleston this year, is just one example of how people can continue to bring attention from afar. Yet, the biggest way people can support? Come back to visit WNC and enjoy the still breathtaking beauty that never left. Photo Courtesy of Christina Sykes Lowe.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A sit down with Paul Lightfoot, General Manager of Patagonia Provisions, the food product line created by The Patagonia Company. We discuss the philosophies, and ultimate catalyst that spurred an outdoor company to delve into the food and beverage space. Always responsibly sourced,  these healthy and handy on-the-go foods fit as easily in your backpack as your kitchen pantry. And of course, there is also the recently released craft beer….the perfect wind down after a day on the trails. Photo Credit: Patagonia Provisions/Amy KumlerSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Every year for the past decade plus, there is a gathering at The Luck Ranch, home to Willie Nelson and family, that is a multi-day homage to the farmers that grow our food, with chefs and musicians creating the vibe that is as relaxed as a big family gathering. We talk with Chefs Cheetie Kumar, Erik Bruner-Yang, Co-Founder Scott Marsh, and non-profits Farm Aid and Reverb in their pursuit to help support our environment and food systems, one song and plateful at a time. Photo Credit : Luck Reunion/Poster art by Mishka WestellSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have you ever thought about food in space? What about desert cuisine? Just a sampling of the multi-day programming the city of Dubai and The Museum of the Future offered attendees through panel discussions, food and beverage sampling and interactive multi-sensory activations. The ultimate aim, to ignite new conversations on how technology and culture, as well as East and West influences, can create the most positive impact for future generations.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.