The Connected Table Live
Talk 4 Radio
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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Jun 30, 2016 • 52min
Sandeman Port and a Bite of the Best
Every minute 18 bottles of Sandeman Port are sold somewhere in the world. George Sandeman, 7th generation member of the House of Sandeman (est. 1790), discusses the differences between port and other fortified wines, styles of tawny, ruby and blends and the history of Sandeman's iconic caped mascot, The Don. Food writer and culinary expert Bonnie Tandy Leblang, whose popular blog, BiteoftheBest.com, covers food and drinkand restaurants, shares her top finds at the 2016 Summer Fancy Food Show.This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 2PM ET on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
Jun 23, 2016 • 35min
Blackberry Farm's Wine & Food Team
Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains in Walland, TN, on 4200 acres of tranquility liesBlackberry Farm. Owned by the Beall family since 1976, this Relais Chateaux luxury inn has award winning wine service and restaurants. Executive Chef Cassidee Dabney discusses Blackberry's signature Foothills Cuisine and gardens which supply many of her dishes. Sommelier and Food & Beverage Director Andy Chabot discusses Blackberry's history and curating his cellar of 166,000 plus wines.This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 2PM ET on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
Jun 16, 2016 • 50min
Aspen's Jimmy Yeager and Janet O'Grady
Since 1997 Jimmy Yeager has run Jimmy's, an American Restaurant & Bar, a dining hot spot in Aspen, CO, with one of the top wine and cocktail programs in the USA, including over 100 selections of mezcal and tequila. His second spot, Jimmy's Bodega, serves coastal cuisine. Aspen lifestyle expert Janet O'Grady started Aspen Magazine with her husband in 1987. She now writes about travel and dining on her blog and shares her top spots for food and culture in Aspen, home to the Food & Wine Classic.This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 2:00PM ET on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
Jun 9, 2016 • 52min
David Pasternackand Robert Rosenthal
When Chef David Pasternack is not in the kitchen at Esca, his seafood mecca in New York City, he's on a boat. Fishing is Dave's passion. Cooking fish to perfection is his talent, earning him numerous accolades. Dave discusses how to purchase and prepare fish by the season and how to season and cook fish with a light touch. Advertising exec and standup comedian turned professionally trained chef, Robert Rosenthal, author of "Short Order Dad," is a man with a pan. He shares cooking tips for men.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
Jun 2, 2016 • 51min
Ellie Krieger and Bérénice Lurton
Ellie Krieger, R.D., is Host and Producer of "Ellie's Real Good Food" (Public Television) and author of 6 books including most recent "You Have it Made: Delicious, Healthy Do-Ahead Meals." Ellie worked with First Lady Michelle Obama on the forefront of the "Let's Move" campaign. Bérénice Lurton oversees Bordeaux estate Château Climens in the tiny appellation of Barsac. Her exceptional Premier Cru Sauternes wines are produced with the Semillon varietal using biodynamic farming. Liquid gold!This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
May 26, 2016 • 49min
Spotlight on Spain's D.O. Cariñena
The D.O P. (protected denominacion de origin) Cariñena was the second wine region in Spain to gain D.O. status in 1932. Located in the region of Aragon west of the historic city of Zaragoza, Cariñena is known for its 100-year-old vines and distinctive Garnacha and Cariñena varietals. Vintner Pedro Garcia of Bodegas San Valero discusses Cariñena's terroir and production. Sommelier Martin Beally of Seattle's Wild Ginger restaurant discusses wine & food pairings. Discover: www.nextgreatgrape.com This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
May 23, 2016 • 49min
Melba Wilson and Carmen Gonzalez
Harlem dining is happening thanks to its committed culinary community and festivals like Harlem Eat Up. Melba Wilson is owner of Melba's Restaurant and author of "Melba's American Comfort." Melba worked for her famous Aunt Sylvia Woods (Sylvia's Restaurant) where she introduced the restaurant's famous gospel brunch. Puerto Rico native and animal lover, Chef Carmen Gonzalez, brings her flair for blending Latin flavors and local specialties to her menus, her TV series and to VInateria in Harlem.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
May 12, 2016 • 28min
Ian Hongell, Peter Lehmann Wines
Barossa Valley's Ian Hongell is Chief Winemaker at Peter Lehmann Wines, one of the region's - and Australia's- legendary wineries. Namesake Peter Lehmann was a fifth generation Barossa native who was originally both a winemaker and buyer of grapes for another vintner. After that winery sold and decided to halt production, Peter established his winery in 1979. Over time he earned the moniker "Baron of the Barossa." Today owned by Casella Family Brands, Peter Lehman Wines continues to flourish.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
May 4, 2016 • 50min
Pati Jinich and Bertha Gonzeles Nieves
Mexico native, Pati Jinich, host of PBS-TV's "Pati's Mexican Table," and author of "Mexican Today," discusses the global influences on Mexican cuisine such as flavors from Africa, the Mediterranean and Asia brought by generations of immigrants. "Forbes Magazine" called Bertha Gonzales Nieves The First Lady of Tequila. Mexico's first Maestra Tequila, Bertha is co-founder of Casa Dragones, a super premium sipping tequila whose provenance rests in the colonial town of San Miguel de Allende.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
Apr 28, 2016 • 52min
Dave Pickerell & Joao F. Alvares Ribeiro
Master Distiller Dave Pickerell made his mark for 14 years at Maker's Mark in Kentucky. Now this in-demand consultant focuses on craft distilling, notably at Hillrock Distillery, WhistlePig Rye Whiskey and George Washington's Mt. Vernon Distillery. While Portugal is renowned for its outstanding port wines it also produces some impressive still wines. Sixth generation vintner Joao Ferreira Alvares Ribeiro shares the story of Quinto de Vallado, his family's 300-yr-old estate in the Duoro Region.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-connected-table-live--1277037/support.
