Annual Produce Predictions for 2025

We are joined by Robert Schueller of Melissa's Produce to talk about the produce trends forecast for 2025--and a $400 pineapple.

OTM Archives - Culinary Giants Publish Once Again; Darina Allen, Joanne Chang. Myron Mixon

Culinary Giants dish food: Darina Allen, Founder, Ballymaloe Cookery School, Shanagarry, E. Cork, Ireland, www.cookingisfun.ieGrow Cook Nourish: A Kitchen Garden Companion in 400 Recipes; Joanne Chang, Owner, Flour Bakeries, & Myer+ Chang Cafe, Boston MA, https://flourbakery.com/,Myers & Chang At Home; Myron Mixon, BBQ Master, Unadilla GA, http://www.jacksoldsouth.com/https://myronmixonsmokers.com/https://www.mapleguild.com, Tailgating with Maple.

Talking Entertaining and Eating with Jessie-Sierra Ross

In today's episode we chat with Jessie-Sierra Ross, a ballet dancer turned consummate entertainer who talks about her first book, Seasons Around The Table.  Jessie-Sierra has appeared locally, regionally, and nationally on various TV networks and this new book is sure to please.  Check out her website as well: https://straighttothehipsbaby.com/.

A New and Exciting Bread Cookbook

For this week's show, we sit down with master baker, Melissa Weller.  Her first cookbook, A Good Bake, published by Knopf, debuted in November 2020. Her second cookbook, Very Good Bread, will be published in the fall of 2024.

A Definitive Gelatin Cookbook

On today's show we chat with Peter DiMario, author of the new cookbook called "Jiggle!: A Cookbook - 50 Recipes for Sweet, Savory, and Sometimes Boozy Modern Gelatins"

Cooking Meat Pies with Brian Polcyn and Michael Ruhlman

Well-known chefs/authors Brian Polcyn and Michael Ruhlman, authors of seminal cookbook Charcuterie, discuss their latest venture together in Meat Pies: An Emerging American Craft.

Sustainable Seafood and Heirloom Beans

Part 1 - Henry and Lisa Lovejoy discuss their sustainable seafood company called Ecofish, which incorportates two brands, Henry & Lisa's Natural Seafood and Freshe.    

Part 2 - Steve Sando talks about his company Rancho Gordo and the heirloom beans they produce.

 

 

 

 

From the OTM Archives - January 15, 2017 - Old and New Friends in London

OTM meets Old & New friends in London during our recent Visit – 2nd of 2 programs:  Claudio Cardoso, Executive Chef, Sushisamba; Dan Doherty, Chef-Director, Duck & Waffle, both in Heron Tower, Bishopsgate;  www.sushisamba.comwww.duckandwaffle.com; Dan's latest book, Toast Hash Roast Mash: Real Food for Every Time of Day; Greg Taylor, Sous Chef, Yosma, Fitzrovia, www.yosma.london.

Top Quality Olive Oil and the Health Benefits of Black Garlic

Matteo Frescobaldi, whose family has produced olive oil for 500 years or so, including their best quality oil, Laudemio. In addition they produce a new pasta named Pasta Tirrena, launched just recently in 2023. Then, Lisa Zeitel, Epicurean Pantry--Mediteranean Specialties, focusing on black garlic.

Somewhat Unusual and Unique Burgers and Drinks

Daniel Frazier heads up 3 Beloved Nashville Burger Spots named The Pharmacy Burgers. Samantha Schuermann created Natural Blonde Mixers, designed as a stand-in Bloody Mary, along with versatile “rimmers.”

Top Quality Olive Oil and the Health Benefits of Black Garlic

In the first part, we talk with Matteo Frescobaldi, whose family produced olive oil for 500 years or so. Their best quality oil is named Laudemio. In addition they produce a new pasta named Pasta Tirrena, launched just recently in 2023.

For the second part, the guest is Lisa Zeitel, Epicurean Pantry, Mediteranean Specialties, who has a focus on black garlic.

 

New Useful CookBooks

Erica Walker, Family Favorites: Most Requested CopyCat Dishes. Zehra Alibhai, Bismillah, Let’s Eat..

 

 

An Epicurean Mediterranean Pantry

For today's show, we're joined by Melissa Clemente, Creative and Marketing Director of Wildfare. Wildfare is the truncation of the phrase Wildly Irrisistable Meditteranean Pantry.

Masterful Fruitcakes Good All Year Round

In our interview with Michelle Mayfield of Beatrice Bakery, you'll find out what is behind the fruitcake you'd rather eat than re-gift.  According to their website, their "bakers handcraft cakes using the finest ingredients. From the mixing room to the oven, our cakes are made by hand. The ingredients are precisely measured and mixed, the nuts are hand sorted and selected, and each cake is decorated by hand. Our cakes are then baked and mellowed to perfection! One taste and you’ll see why we truly bake America’s best!"

Amazing Gourmet Popcorn

Linda Jodoin of Miss Hannah's Gourmet Popcorn tells us all about their famous snack.  Their slogan of "All kinds of popcorn for all kinds of people" is a fitting tribute to the variety of flavors they produce.

Very Special Fruit Cake and Amazing Gourmet Popcorn

We're joined for this episode for part 1 by Michelle Mayfield of Beatrice Bakery who makes a fruitcake you won't be tempted to pass on.  In the second part of this week's show, we speak to Linda Jodoin of Miss Hannah's Gourmet Popcorn.

 

Very Special Jarred Tuna and Amazing Maple Products

Gabriella Jimenez, Tonnino, a very special Jarred Tuna. Emma Marvin, Butternut Mountain Farm, outstanding maple products from Vermont.

 

 

 

 

 

Special Treats From New England

Jamie's-Farm Granola from Jamie Kim; Emma Marvin Butternut Maple-based Products

Say What?! Specialty Kosher Cheese

Brent Delman, The Cheese Guy,  Founder, Old World Marketplace, World Class, Handcrafted, non-commodity Kosher Cheeses and Accompaniments..

Talking Trends in Fruits and Vegetables

Fresh from the 2024 Specialty Food Association Summer Fancy Food Show, Robert Schueller, Director of Marketing, Melissa's Produce, Los Angeles: Trends in Produce, Fruits and Vegetables. https://edge1550.com/podcasts/OnTheMenu-20240721.mp3

 

 

Sashi Kumar from Tamarindhead and Talia Sabag for Manischewitz

Sashi Kumar discusses tamarind, the bitter sweet fruit  named "flavor of the year, that's gaining popularity with chefs in their kitchens and on their menus. Talia Sabag explains how Kayco is creating Manischewitz as a whole new brand, unveiled this summer at this summer's Fancy Food show, a bold new venture.

Eco-Friendly Popcorn Sure to Please and the Annual Conversation with Effie's Homemade

PopZup Popcorn - Husband-and-wife duo Marty and Julie Lapham founded PopZup Popcorn, the first eco-friendly and chemical-free microwave popcorn popper in 2016, after decades of experience building tasty packaged food brands. It's really really good. Then Irene Costello in our annual conversation about Effie's Homemade'--new packaging and latest products.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Simple, Easy Meals and Sweet Italian Treats

Yasmin Fahr, living on Spain's island of Menorca, Cook Simply, Live Fully, Tips Tricks and Tools to take the pressure off mealtimes. Renato Poliafito, Dolci: American Baking with an Italian Accent.

 

Principe Italian Products and Pasta for Dessert

Federica Cerini, Principe, the company and the product distinctions of San Daniele Prosciutto, including terroir, processes and flavor.
Stephanie Berwick, Pastazerts--the sweet dessert concept of stuffed Ravioli. Let's hear it for Chocolate Ravioli.

Quarterly Chat with Ori Zohar; Estelle Sohne, Flour & Olive

Ori Zohar, Burlap and Barrel, the Spice Club, a true spice community. Estelle Sohne, Flour & Olive, Premium Olive Oil Cake Mixes, a 2024 Sofi Gold Winner.