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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Jul 3, 2024 • 30min
Cheese Entrepreneur Paula Lambert Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Paula Lambert, Founder of The Mozzarella Company in Dallas, truly is The Big Cheese. She founded her business in 1982 with the goal of bringing the fresh-made mozzarella cheese she learned to make while living in Italy to the U.S.A. The Mozzarella Company offers more than 30 artisanal cheeses, all made by women. The company is also 100% women-led. In 2023, Lambert sold her business to her employees. In 2024, she received the Specialty Food Association Lifetime Achievement Award.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.
Jun 26, 2024 • 52min
Dr. Liz Thach MW, President, Wine Market Council, on The Business of Wine
Dr. Liz Thach MW is the 7th woman in the USA and first in California to become a Master of Wine (May 2011). She has a PhD in Human Resource Development. Dr. Thach has received more than 30 awards and accolades, presented at more than a 100 conferences, published more than 200 articles and written nine books on wine topics. At Sonoma State University she taught management and wine business classes for 23 years. Since August 2023 she has served as the President of the Wine Market Council.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.
Jun 19, 2024 • 53min
Chef Isaac and Amanda Toups, Toups Meatery: Serving Food, Family & Community
Chef Isaac and Amanda Toups' New Orleans restaurant, Toups' Meatery, reflects the Cajun heritage of Isaac's family. Locally sourced beef, pork, duck and venison and Gulf seafood dishes are served in generous portions. Signatures include double cut pork chop, lamb neck, boudin, cracklins, wagyu beef burger, couvillion (his grandmother's fish stew), marinated crab claws and spicy fried oysters. The Toups' Family Meals program addresses local food insecurity by preparing meals for families in need.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.
Jun 12, 2024 • 49min
Digesting the 2024 World's50 Best and JBF Awards with Carolyn O'Neil
June is Awards Season in the Restaurant Industry. Food and travel journalist and registered dietitian, Carolyn O'Neil, and TCT's Melanie Young discuss the results of the 2024 World50 Best Awards and James Beard Foundaton Awards, including revised JBF Awards criteria, the evolution of the global kitchen, heritage cooking and food advocacy. Also on the menu: immersive dining experiences and a new generation of talent in small towns and cities from Portland, Maine to Portland, Oregon.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.
Jun 5, 2024 • 48min
Chilled Reds and Sparklers for Summer- Lini Lambrusco and Champagne André Heucq
Lambrusco, a sparkling red wine from the Emilio-Romagna region of Italy, is a versatile red to chill and serve. It's ideal for summer dining. Alicia Lini's family has produced Lambrusco sparkling wines since 1910. Fanny Heucq's great grandfather started Champagne André Heucq in 1936. The domain is located in the Vallée de Marne, an important growing area for Pinot Meunier. Heucq's cuvées are Meunier focused, both as a 100% single varietal champagne and in a traditional Champagne blend.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.
May 29, 2024 • 55min
Behind the Byline with Brett Anderson, NY Times Food Correspondent
Want to discover under-the-radar restaurants throughout the USA or read up on what and how we are eating? Brett Anderson has been covering food and restaurant industry topics for The New York Times since 2019 and, prior, as restaurant critic and features writer for The Times-Picayune, New Orleans. Anderson’s award-winning reporting has addressed food culture and dining, restaurant industry labor issues including sexual harassment and critical environmental topics in his home state of Louisiana.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.
May 22, 2024 • 39min
New Reports Reveal Encouraging Data for the Wine Industry, Well Almost
A 2024 Wine Market Council study shows that Millennials (ages 28-43) are drinking more wine and trading up to spend more per bottle. Sales of white wines are soaring and reached $42.1billion in 2023. The 2024 BMO Wine Market Report reveals the U.S. Wine Industry surpassed $107 Billion in sales in 2023. Health & wellness are driving sales of low alcohol RTDs and wines. Yet, the World Health Organization states no consumption of alcohol is safe. Melanie and David discuss and share their thoughts.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.
May 15, 2024 • 52min
Meet the Wine Press: W. Blake Gray, U.S. Editor, Wine-Searcher
W. Blake Gray is a prolific wine writer covering industry topics that often generate plenty of commentary. Currently U.S. Editor for Wine Searcher, Gray was previously Wine Editor for the San Francisco Chronicle and Food Editor for SF Weekly. In 2013 he won the Louis Roederer Award for Best Online Wine Columnist. He discusses topics he's covered from the state of Israeli wines to trends in zero-alcohol "wine" and the impact (or not) of cannabis on wine consumption. Follow X @wblakegrayThe 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.
May 8, 2024 • 49min
VeroVino's Sheila Donohue on Supporting Small Artisan Producers
Only one percent of the world’s wines make it to the U.S.A., and VeroVino represents the smallest slice, according to Sheila Donohue, founder. VeroVino is an import company focusing on small-production, eco-friendly wines and olive oils made from artisan farmers in Italy, Spain, Portugal, Czech Republic, Austria and California. Donohue worked in fintech in Italy where she earned her sommelier certification and turned toward sourcing wines. She founded VeroVino in 2018. https://verovino.comThe 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.
May 8, 2024 • 23min
How Preferabli’s Sensorial AI Truly Personalizes Wine and Spirits
Preferabli is a pioneer in sensorial AI for wine, spirits and food. Pam Dillon, Co-founder and CEO, tells the story of why Preferabli was built and how the patented software works like a human expert at scale. Dillon explains how the software helps retail and hospitality businesses provide truly personalized discovery and recommendations, one person at a time. Dillon shares how consumers can use the Preferabli app to learn the nature of their own individual preferences. https://preferabli.comThe 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).(Show Name) 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.
