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.com, www.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.
Mooney Farms and Seedz Crackers
Emily Murdock, Mooney Farms, a Family Business, located in Chico CA, Bella Sun Luci products, Italian Sauce Starters, just-introduced Salad Dressings.
Rebecca Brady, Buffalo NY, formerly of NZ, Top Seedz, Nuts and Seeds, all-vegan Crackers--Sunflower, Sesame, Flax, Sesame, Pumpkin. etc
OTM loves all of these products, anytime of day. Sure you will too. These may be the best crackers we ever tasted. And Bella will ensure success in your Kitchen
Fine Indian Food and Italian Delicacies
Cafe Spice, Irvington, NY; Fine Quality Prepared Foods mostly Indian spiced, CEO Sameer Malhotra, Chef Hari Nayak, Virgilio Felix, COO.
Karina Fonseco Sousa, Principe, Brand Strategy, Greeley Colorado and San Danielle Italy, Salumi, Prosecco, and a wide range of other delicacies.
Irresistible Sweet Treats
Enjoy: The Barreled Bee; Miss Hannah's Gourmet Popcorn; Tam's Sweets Soft Brittle
Two New Books, mostly about the Future of Food
Nina Guilbeault PHD, The Good Eater: A Vegan's search for the Future of Food, a well-researched exploration of Trends in Food Industry Politics - and the implications of not eating Meat. Yasmin Fahr, living on Spain's island of Menorca, Cook Simply, Live Fully, Tips Tricks and Tools to take the pressure off mealtimes.
Kosher Wine and Flowery Beverages
Gabe Geller, Royal Wines, the largest global distributor of Kosher Wines. Drink Deep Love creates a broad niche of Floral-Flavored Beverages.
A Sauce for All Occasions and a New French Cookbook
Nancy Wekselbaum, The Gracious Gourmet, talks about her exciting new product line: Hot Squeeze, a most versatile sweet, smokey , spicy, sauce. Rosa Jackson, Nicoise: Market-inspired Cooking from France's Sunniest City, discusses her new, vibrant book about the cuisine of her adopted city of Nice. Take advantage of her knowledge of Paris with one of her highly-praised tours.
Two Artisan Cheese Makers
Maria Victoria Finco, Monti Trentini, wonderful 4th generation cheeses from the Italian Alps. We especially loved Grana Padano, Asiago, Provolone and Aged Truffle-infused Caciotta. Dina DiCenso, Rind Cheeses, made in Brooklyn, and all Vegan.