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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Feb 12, 2016 • 50min
Ed Schoenfeld and Chef Chris Cheung
We celebrate Chinese New Year with Restaurateur Ed Schoenfeld and Chef Chris Cheung. Both New Yorkers with different approaches. Ed is an industry veteran, a Chinese food scholar and owner of Red Farm and Decoy, ranked among the top Chinese restaurants in the nation (best dumplings at Red Farm and Peking duck at Decoy). Chris is among a new generation of Chinese American chefs whose East Wind Snack Shop is modeled after a traditional Chinese tearoom with small plates and the best bao buns.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 4, 2016 • 51min
Armagnac with May Matta-Aliah
Armagnac, produced in Gascony, has a storied 700 year history as France's oldest eau-de-vie. Armagnac Ambassador May Matta-Alia (www.IntheGrape.com) discusses the region, grapes, how Armagnac is produced, its styles and aging classifications, as well as the differences between Armagnac and neighboring Cognac to the north.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.
Jan 29, 2016 • 52min
Hunter Smith and Vitalie Taittinger
250 miles south of Perth, Australia, Frankland Estate Winery (est. 1988) makes world-class, well-structured, food-friendly wines. Hunter Smith, Frankland Estate Co-Owner/Co-Winemaker, discusses his family's winery and its region where cool climate Riesling and Shiraz dominate. Champagne Taittinger Artistic Director and Global Ambassador Vitalie Taittinger oversees all creative and public endeavors for the esteemed, family-owned Champagne house founded in 1932 by grandfather Pierre Taittinger.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.
Jan 22, 2016 • 52min
Cristina Mariani-May and Allen Katz
Banfi Vintners Co-CEO Cristina Mariani-May oversees her family's wine importing company in 80 countries. Est. 1919 by grandfather, John Mariani Sr., Banfi is sole U.S. importer of the Mariani family's renowned wine estates in Italy, Castello Banfi (Montalcino) and Vigne Regali Cellars (Piedmont) and imports many other wines. Cocktail Educator Allen Katz co-owns New York Distilling Co., makers of Dorothy Parker Gin, Perry's Tot Gin, Chief Gowanus Gin, Ragtime Rye and Mister Katz's Rock & RyeThis 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.
Jan 14, 2016 • 53min
Amanda Cohen, Dirt Candy NYC
Chef Amanda Cohen placed vegetables front and center on the plate when everyone else was pushing them to the sides. She's owner of New York Times 2-star rated "all vegetable" restaurant, Dirt Candy, 86 Allen St., NYC. Dirt Candy is adored equally by vegetarians and meat eaters for its creative and flavorful vegetable dishes. Amanda was the first vegetarian chef to compete on "Iron Chef." Dirt Candy has been recognized by Michelin Guide 5 years in a row. She's author of Dirt Candy: A Cookbook.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.
Jan 7, 2016 • 53min
Anita Lo, Chef/Owner, Annisa restaurant
Anito Lo, chef/owner of Annisa restaurant in New York City, has earned numerous accolades for her contemporary American menu and a wine list dedicated to women vintners. A first generation Chinese-American, Anita received her culinary education at Ecole Ritz-Escoffier, Paris, and worked with Chefs Guy Savoy, Michel Rostang and David Waltuck. She's author of "Cooking Without Borders," is a TV "Iron Chef" winner and cooked at a White House state dinner for Chinese President Xi Jingping in 2015. 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.
Jan 1, 2016 • 51min
Max McCalman, Cheese Authority
Max McCalman turned his passion for cheese into a successful profession becoming a Maitre Fromager and sought after educator, consultant and writer on cheese. Author of 4 acclaimed books, Max developed the much lauded cheese presentation at New York's Picholine restaurant, at Artisinal Bistro (where he has recently returned) and Artisinal Cheese Center.He serves as guest educator for Cheese Journeys and is Director of Cheese Studies at the Institute of Culinary Education. www.max-mccalman.comThis 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.
Dec 24, 2015 • 52min
Jessamyn Rodriguez and Virginia Willis
Master Baker and social rights advocate, Jessamyn Rodriguez, is Founder/CEO of East Harlem's Hot Bread Kitchen a nonprofit baking enterprise that trains low-income minority women through Bakers in Training. HBK Incubates fosters small food and beverage businesses. She's author of The "Hot Bread Kitchen Cookbook." We talk southern food with chef and food Writer Virginia Willis, author of 5 cookbooks: "Bon Appetit Y'All," Basic To Brilliant, Y'all" "Lighten Up Y'all." "Grits," and "Okra,: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.
Dec 17, 2015 • 52min
Gabe Heymann, Chris Hannah, Cole Newton
Wellness advocate, yoga instructor and rock musician Gabriel Heymann has created Smart Beer, New York State's first 100% certified beer. Smart beer is a crisp blend of herbs and spices (think orange peel and licorice). New Orleans Bartenders Chris Hannah of French 75 at Arnaud's restaurant, and T. Cole Newton of Twelve Mile Limit, discuss the history of the Toddy and Tales of the Toddy, a convivium of bartenders in The Big Easy to celebrate holiday toddies, nogs and ciders.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.
Dec 11, 2015 • 52min
Antonio Rallo and Roberta Morrell
Antonio Rallo is fifth generation family member and co-CEO with sister Josè of Donnafugata wine estates in Sicily. Donnafuguta (means "women in flight") produces wines of esteemed character in three areas: Contessa Entellina, Marsala and Pantelleria. Roberta Morrell served as President/CEO of Morrell & Company fine wine retailers and auction house for 30 years and now is the company's Global Ambassador. She shares Morrell's history (started by her parents) and its many industry "firsts." 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.
