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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Apr 21, 2016 • 52min
Carta Coffee's Scott Burr, Kona Farmer
Hawaii is the only U.S. state that grows coffee, and the best is from Kona on the Big Island, home to 600 small farms (average 6 acre orchards). Scott Burr, Founder of Carta Coffee, left the wine business to buy a coffee farm. At his Nolyssa Farms, Scott's approach is hands-on to growing and roasting his beans. We discuss what make 100% Kona coffee prized among connoisseurs and its production as well as its challenges from "knockoff" blends. Carta Coffee is available at www.cartacoffee.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.
Apr 19, 2016 • 48min
Simonsig's Johan Malan & StarChefs Miami
South Africa has a winemaking industry dating to the 1600s. The Malan family, whose Simonsig Wine Estate in that country's Stellebosch region in the Cape Winelands, one of the most recognized names in the world of wine, help create it. Johan Malan, descendent of Founder Frans Malan, joins Melanie and David. Melanie reports on the Miami scene and StarChefs Rising Stars South Florida.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 7, 2016 • 51min
Alfonso Undurrage and Bryce Shuman
Alfonso Undurraga's family has made wine in Chile for six generations since the 1880s and was the first Chilean winery to export to the U.S. in 1903. After selling their namesake winery in 2006, they started Koyle Winery in the Los Lingues zone of Alto Colchagua. Bryce Shuman, Executive Chef/Partner of award winning Betony in New York City, left an aspiring acting career to become a chef. His inventive style of cooking is where he applies his theatrical talent now earning Betony many accolades.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.
Mar 31, 2016 • 49min
Connecting with Chef Marcus Samuelsson
Born in Ethiopia, adopted and raised in Sweden, Chef Marcus Samuelsson's multicultural background and belief in food-as-community reflects his life today as Chef/Owner of Red Rooster, Streetbird and Ginny's Supper Club, all in Harlem, and cofounder of the Harlem EatUp! Festival. The youngest person to earn a New York Times three star review at age 23 as executive chef at Aquavit, Marcus is Co-Chairman of the Board for Careers through Culinary Arts Program (C-CAP) to help mentor aspiring chefs.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.
Mar 24, 2016 • 47min
Ashby Marshall and Roman Roth
Ashby Marshall is among a growing number of women in distilling as co-owner of Spirit Works Distillery in Sonoma County, CA. With husband, Timo, Ashby employs a "grain to glass" approach to making spirits, which are all certified organic. Vintner Roman Roth has been a force in Long Island wine for more than 20 years. Winemaker and Partner at Wölffer Estate as well as Grapes of Roth by Wölffer Estate. Roman discusses the terroir and character of Long Island wines and visiting the 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.
Mar 17, 2016 • 50min
Jessamine McLellan on Irish Whiskey
Jessamine McLellan is Pernod Ricard's Ambassador for Single Pot Still whiskey, an ultra traditional and fast growing category of Irish Whiskey. Single Pot Still (SPS) is a process unique to Ireland: Made at a single distillery from a mash of malted and unmalted barley which is triple-distilled in copper pot stills to create a smooth, rich flavor. SPS has had rocky history. At one time there were only two SPS distilleries left in Ireland. Thanks to the category's resurgence that is changing.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.
Mar 12, 2016 • 51min
Meridith May and Miriam Novalle
Meridith May is Editorial Director/Publisher of three leading culinary industry magazines. The Tasting Panel and The SOMM Journal profile wine and spirits industry leaders. The Clever Root profiles farmers, growers, producer and chefs as well as the budding cannabis industry. Tea industry pioneer, Miriam Novalle, Founder/CEO of T Salon uses her professional "nose" as a former perfumer to blend world-class teas sold in fine hotels, restaurants and retailers. She shares tips on how to brew tea.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.
Mar 3, 2016 • 49min
Rohini Dey, Kirsten Dixon, Mandy Dixon
Rohini Dey, PhD, is a World Bank economist turned culinary entrepreneur whose Vermilion restaurants in Chicago and New York City offer eclectic Indian-Latin fare. In 2012 with The James Beard Foundation, Rohini created Women in Culinary Leadership to help provide mentoring and training for women in restaurants. Mother-daughter Chefs Kirsten and Mandy Dixon run Tutka Bay Lodge and Winterlake Lodge in Alaska and are co-authors of the "Tutka Bay Lodge Cookbook" featuring Alaska coastal cuisine.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.
Feb 25, 2016 • 48min
Rick Smilow and Georgette Farkas
Rick Smilow is President/CEO & Owner of Institute of Culinary Education (ICE) in New York City, a leading culinary school that has launched more than 11,000 creative careers. He discusses opportunities for aspiring chefs and food professionals and how culinary education and ICE have evolved since he took over in 1995. Georgette Farkas is owner of Rotisserie Georgette (in NYC), a stylish oasis of comforting food and ambiance. She discusses her approach to service and sourcing quality ingredients.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.
Feb 19, 2016 • 49min
Chef-Restaurateur Daniel Boulud
Daniel Boulud is one of the world's most revered chefs and owner of several award winning restaurants in the USA, London, Canada and Singapore. His 7 restaurants in New York City include: flagship DANIEL, a Michelin starred Relais & Chateaux member, Michelin star Cafe Boulud, Bar Boulud, db bistro moderne, DBGB Kitchen & Bar, Boulud Sud and Epicerie Boulud, as well as Feast & Fêtes Catering. He's recipient of the French government's Chevalier de la Légion d'Honneur and author of 9 cookbooks.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.
