The Connected Table Live
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Food and beverage industry insiders Melanie Young and David Ransom connect you to leaders and legends in wine, spirits, food and hospitality as they travel the world. Hear from vintners, restaurateurs, chefs, distillers, educators, authors, farmers and more. Melanie and David are the insatiably curious culinary couple who are always in search of a great story to share with their listeners. They bring a fresh approach to spotlighting industry movers and shakers and exploring the pleasures of the palate. Connect and visit www.theconnectedtable.com Instagram@theconnectedtable Like on Facebook@connectedtableThe Connected Table is among Feedspot’s top 20 food and beverage podcasts https://podcast.feedspot.com/food_and_beverage_podcasts/The Connected Table is broadcast live Wednesdays at 2PM ET and Music on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
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Dec 8, 2022 • 48min
Chiara Lungarotti, Lungarotti Winery, Umbria
In Umbria, Italy, Chiara Lungarotti, chairman of Lungarotti Winery, discusses her family estates in Montefalco, known for its DOCG Sagrantino di Montefalco red wine and Torgiano, which produces single estate Sangiovese reds. She reminisces about her late father, Giorgio Lungarotti, who was a pioneer of modern oenology and agronomy in Umbria. Today, Chiara oversees the family business with her mother, Maria Grazia, and sister, Teresa. The Connected Table is broadcast live Wednesdays at 2PM ET.The Connected Table Radio Show is broadcast on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
Nov 30, 2022 • 29min
Two Legendary Wine Families of AOC Pessac-Léognan
The Perrin and Lurton families have deep roots in AOC Pessac-Léognan, “the gateway to Bordeaux.” Marc Perrin’s grandfather, Anthony Perrin, helped create the AOC in 1987. Marc oversees 13th century Château Carbonnieux, one of Bordeaux’s oldest and largest estates. André Lurton dedicated his life to making wine for 70 years and established four family-owned estates in Pessac-Léognan, including Château de Cruzeau, now overseen by his son, Jacques Lurton. www.carbonnieux.com www.andrelurton.com The Connected Table is broadcast live Wednesdays at 2PM ET.The Connected Table Radio Show is broadcast on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
Nov 23, 2022 • 35min
Two Winemaking Families in AOC Graves: Old & New
Many producers in AOC Graves are family run, some for centuries and newer producers who appreciate its signature “Gravas de Bordeaux” gravelly soils, ideal for making exceptional white and red wines. Caroline and Xavier Perromat represent the ninth-generation family at Château de Cérons, a 17th century estate. Pierre-Edouard Chatin and his winemaker wife, Amélie, acquired 17th century Château de Respide in 2021 to raise their family and produce wine. www.chateaudecerons.com www.respide.fr/enThe Connected Table is broadcast live Wednesdays at 2PM ET.The Connected Table Radio Show is broadcast on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
Nov 17, 2022 • 49min
Eduardo Chadwick Reflects on Family, His Mentor & Chilean Wines
Eduardo Chadwick is descendent of two important Chilean wine families. The Errázuriz family settled in Chile from Spain in 1735; the Chadwicks arrived from England in 1820. Since 1983, Eduardo has overseen the family estates: Viña Errázuriz (est. 1870, Aconcagua Valley) Viñedo Chadwick (est. 1945, Maipo Alta Valley), and Viña Seña (est. 1995, Aconcagua Valley). He reflects on his father, Alfonso Chadwick; his mentor, Robert Mondavi, and his efforts to elevate the image of fine Chileans wines.The Connected Table is broadcast live Wednesdays at 2PM ET.The Connected Table Radio Show is broadcast on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
Nov 10, 2022 • 53min
Insights from NYC's Most Sought-After Hospitality Attorney
As Chair of the Hospitality Practice at Fox Rothschild LLP, and Labor Counsel to the New York City Hospitality Alliance, Carolyn Richmond is a sought-after expert on labor and workplace issues. Richmond has worked with many high- profile restaurateurs, bar owners and hotels in New York. She discusses how #MeToo, #BlackLivesMatter, the demand for better wages and benefits and the pandemic have changed the restaurant workplace and how employers can establish an accommodative workplace.The Connected Table is broadcast live Wednesdays at 2PM ET.The Connected Table Radio Show is broadcast on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
Nov 2, 2022 • 52min
Lou Di Palo- Di Palo's Fine Foods - NYC's Little Italy Landmark
Di Palo Fine Foods on the corner of Mott and Grand Street in New York City's Little Italy has been a beloved destination for fine Italian food products for more than a century. An immigrant from Basilicata, Savino Di Palo opened his "latteria" in 1910. Di Palo's now sells over 300 Italian cheeses alone. Savino's great grandson, Luigi (Lou) Di Palo, sources products from artisan producers throughout Italy. A gifted storyteller, Lou discusses his family, heritage and essential Italian foods.The Connected Table is broadcast live Wednesdays at 2PM ET.The Connected Table Radio Show is broadcast on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
Oct 27, 2022 • 47min
Three Special Winemaker Lunches + 2022 NY Wine Experience
Melanie and David report on celebrating seven decades of Faustino Rioja Gran Riserva with 6th generation family member, Lourdes Martinez, at The Modern, tasting Burgundy wines with Albéric Bichot, owner, Maison Albért Bichot, at Avra Estiatorio, Languedoc-Roussillon estate wines with Miren de Lorgeril, owner, Maison Lorgeril at Limani, Uruguay's Bodega Garzon wines with Pacific Highway Wines at Charlie Palmer Steakhouse, attending Wine Spectator’s N.Y. Wine Experience and more - all in a month!The Connected Table is broadcast live Wednesdays at 2PM ET.The Connected Table Radio Show is broadcast on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
Oct 20, 2022 • 51min
Alice Feiring Uncorks Her Life in "To Fall in Love, Drink This"
Wine writer, Alice Feiring, has been called "The Apostle of Natural Wine." (Forbes 2020). Her newsletter, The Feiring Line, is a must-read on this topic along her books including "Natural Wine for the People and" "Naked Wine." One of her more provocative books is "The Battle for Wine & Love or How I Saved the World from Parkerization." In Alice's memoir "To Fall in Love, Drink This" she shares revealing essays about her life along with some helpful wine recommendations. The Connected Table is broadcast live Wednesdays at 2PM ET.The Connected Table Radio Show is broadcast on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
Oct 14, 2022 • 54min
A Visit to Etna DOC with Salvino Benanti, Benanti Winery
Etna DOC in Sicily is a protected wine region located on Europe's largest and most active volcano, Mt. Etna. Families have made wines on Etna for generations, mainly for personal consumption. Modern Etna winemaking is more recent dating back 30-40 years. One of the pioneers is Giuseppe Benanti, founder of Benanti Winery, now run by sons, Salvino and Antonio. Salvino Benanti discusses his father's role in researching native grapes and yeasts, the region's production subzones (contrade) and wines.The Connected Table is broadcast live Wednesdays at 2PM ET.The Connected Table Radio Show is broadcast on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
Oct 6, 2022 • 49min
Aleksandra Crapanzano, Food & Film Writer, Discusses Gâteaux
A distinguished food writer and screenwriter, Aleksandra Crapanzano writes the dessert column, A Little Something Sweet, for the Wall Street Journal. In her third cookbook, Gâteau: The Surprising Simplicity of French Cakes (Simon & Schuster), Aleksandra illustrates how make morning cakes, tea cakes, génoise, dacquoise, clafoutis and more with French flair and creative twists. Passionate about food waste and conservation she is writing a screenplay for a film on climate change in Bordeaux.The Connected Table is broadcast live Wednesdays at 2PM ET.The Connected Table Radio Show is broadcast on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). The Connected Table Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
