Celebrate the New Year with some fabulous guests from New Jersey to Pennsylvania! We're celebrating the end of 2025 and beginning 2026 with The Monterey Grill, Dolce Italian inside the W Hotel, and cheers-ing a toast at Space Bar! *Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show, Episode 342

This week, we were honored to host celebrity chef Jose Garces on Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show. The world-renowned and award-winning restaurateur, celebrity chef, and cookbook author shared his history and passion within the culinary industry. Chef Garces also discussed his brand's expansion plans, involvement with various food-related initiatives, and his commitment to supporting restaurant workers and sustainable ingredients! *Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show, episode 341

The show began with Harvest Seasonal Grill's General Manager, Paul Foglia. Paul discussed his lengthy history within the culinary industry, transitioning between a variety of roles within it. Then discussions shifted into the fresh approach that Harvest Seasonal Grill takes with their menu. The conversation continued with an interview of Steve Reynolds, President and Co-Owner of Delco Steaks, who shared the history and growth of his cheesesteak business and discussed potential expansion plans. We ended by re-visiting an interview with Matthew Chappina from Perla Oyster Bar, who also spoke about his history in the industry, along with what you can enjoy when visiting the restaurant or hiring them for your next catered event! *Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show, episode 340!

This week's show began with Frank Kabatas who's success story begins with immigrating to the USA from Turkey, to owning the very successful eatery: East Village Pizza in New York City. We then brought you some holiday festivities to look forward to with Leah Ben, the Director of Marketing for Old City District. Leah discussed their upcoming "Holiday Shopping Sip & Stroll" complete with their open street initiative, live entertainment, and promotions from local businesses. The show ended with Ragini Parmar, who owns Nature's VIN located in Wayne, Pennsylvania. Nature's VIN offers a large selection of natural wines along with classes, tasting opportunities, and a market to pick up a bottle of wine or related items! *Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show, episode 339

There's now a festival to celebrate your favorite dessert: Cookies!!! Also check out the new Greek twist on your favorite new hang-out in Ardmore, PA, and hear from a celebrated Chef on this week's Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show, episode 338!

This week's show began with Brandon Parish, who recently opened The Kibitz Room in King of Prussia. Brandon discussed the new location's focus, including menu changes, specials, and his vision on what he wants to offer to the region. We next spoke with Chef Brad Daniels, who shared his culinary journey and discussed his newly-opened restaurant, Gloria Sports & Spirits. Chef Daniels' approach for the business was to create a more inclusive sports bar atmosphere while focusing on high-quality food offerings. The show ended with an interview with West Indies Peppa Sauce's (WIPS) owner, Randy Pulayya. WIPS is a family-owned business that produces Caribbean pepper sauces based on Randy's own multi-generations-long recipes. *Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show, episode 337

The show began with Juice Basin, where Co-Owner Madeline Vricella shared her background in hospitality and the family's connection to the juice industry. The conversation covered Juice Basin's operations, including their organic certification, product offerings, and challenges in sourcing fruits, while also discussing their expansion plans and brand recognition efforts. The conversation then switched to Chef Jim Hasson of Stargazy and Tanglewood Fire & Smoke. Jim shared his culinary career journey and current projects, including his work at various restaurants and his biscuit-making side business, before discussing future plans. The show rounded up with a replay from last year's episode with the Owner and Chef behind Jezabel's Cafe, the dynamic Chef Jezabel Careaga. *Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show, Episode 336

Grab a fork so you can Dig Inn to this week's episode as it will Get Saucy and win you the Triple Crown of eating!!! Tune in to hear from our guests on Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show, episode 335!

Celebrity Chef Brian Duffy and Fight On Makenna's Founder, Rich Massi, joined Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show to discuss this year's Bite for the Fight Food Festival!

This week's show is action-packed, with so many opportunities to have fun! We began with a discussion about an enticing new Wine Tasting Dinner at White Dog Cafe in Glen Mills featuring Pennswood Wines. We next spoke with Wilder's Executive Pastry Chef, Russ Johnson about his career before delving into the creativity behind Wilder's menu along with some exciting events and new opportunities to enjoy their food! Finally, we felt that the seasons changing would be perfect for a replay, so we're adding the recording from Riamed Farms' Ashley Asdal and the fun you can have at her farm now that it's apple-picking season!

This week's FoodFarmsAndChefs show began with Jaimi Blackburn, who is the Director of Public Relations for Fearless Restaurant Group. Jaimi discussed some of the upcoming events under the company. Then we heard from Executive Chef Dan Lee and his co-owner and wife, Taylor Lee of Farina Pasta Bar. Dan and Taylor discussed the restaurant's concept and customizable menu options for both in-store dining and private events. Lastly we love all the buzz around Revolution Bees, so we revisited our discussion with Owners Steve Occiolini and Walter Talunas from their interview in May! *Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show, Episode 332

The meeting began with Anna Hackman discussing her transition from real estate law to horticulture, including her journey from growing herbs to establishing Naked Botanical and selling various herbal products. Chef Coco Sanzetenea shared his culinary background, starting from his early experiences in college kitchens to becoming the Executive Chef at Rex at the Royal in Philadelphia, where he discussed the restaurant's menu offerings and cocktail program. The conversation concluded with Amaris recounting her experience at the Specialty Food Association's Summer Fancy Food Show in New York City and discussing future plans for featuring Coco's Bolivian food pop-ups on her show. *Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show, Episode 331

The show began with Elijah Milligan discussing his new restaurant venture, Love Child Philly, including its name significance, menu concept, and plans for a fall opening. We then heard from Ashley Asdal as she shared her journey from the Navy to becoming the owner of Riamede Farm in New Jersey. This week's show concluded with Brittney Portes discussing her urban agriculture initiatives Gardens of Sol and her work at Montclair State University, including her teaching approach and community outreach efforts. *Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show, Episode 330

This week featured discussions with several food and beverage industry professionals, including Rocco Gallelli who has been managing food logistics for Wawa Welcome America for 18 years, and Mark Grabowski who is planning to launch a mobile cocktail bar business. The conversation then shifted to Byzantine Empire Catering and their expansion from food trucks to a brick-and-mortar establishment called Drunken Hen Eatery and Winery. The conversation ended with Amarildo "Mo" Bojko discussing his food truck and restaurant operations, including upcoming events and menu offerings, while providing contact information for both businesses. Streaming now on Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show, Episode 329!

This week we spoke with New York Time's Best Seller Author about his newest book, "Regenerating Earth: Farmers Working with Nature to Feed Our Future" and his global experiences, then continued our deep dive into sustainable farming with Melanie Ganzman who owns and operates Fluffy Farms with her husband, and lastly we chatted about all the best trends for hosting your next event at Triple Crown and Autograph Brasserie with Fearless Restaurant Group's Lee Leung. *Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show, Episode 328

On this week's Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show, we covered various aspects of the food and culinary industry, including cooking classes, food-centered podcasts, health benefits and growth of mushrooms, and the opening of a new restaurant by a trio of highly acclaimed individuals within the industry. Our guests discussed their personal projects, career journeys, and experiences in the restaurant business, highlighting the importance of networking and innovation in the field. The conversation also touched on specific culinary topics such as mushroom cultivation, herb growing, and unique restaurant concepts, emphasizing the blend of creativity and practicality in the culinary world. *Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show, Episode 327

The Best of the Main Line (and a party to celebrate it), a farm that is keeping the coast line and agriculture healthy with what they farm, and meat pies so delicious that even football fans go crazy for it are all on this week's show! So don't miss your chance to hear about Main Line Today's Best of Party, Cohansey Meadows Farms, and G'Day Gourmet on Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show, episode 326!

This week's episode began with an interview of Suzanne O'Brien, CEO of Royal Restaurant Group, who discussed her career in the restaurant industry and the success of their partnership with the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society's pop-up garden. This was followed by an interview with Maria Stewart, who is the owner of Gorgeous Goat Creamery. Maria shared her background in academia and nutrition before transitioning to goat farming and dairy production. The final segment featured Danny O'Malley, Founder of Before the Butcher, a plant-based meat company. Danny explained his journey from acting to food service and production, and discussed his company's plant-based protein products along with the environmental impact of meat eating versus consuming plant-based foods. *Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show, Episode 325

"Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show" welcomed Devin Cornia, Executive Director of the Northeast Farming Association of New Jersey (NOFA), to discuss NOFA's initiatives supporting organic farming and local food systems. Devin shared updates on NOFA-NJ's projects including a commercial kitchen and grains initiative, while emphasizing the importance of economic sustainability in agriculture and collaboration with organizations like State Grange. The episode also featured author Annette Anthony who discussed her upcoming Philadelphia event focusing on her cookbook "Always Enough, A Global Food Memoir."  Along with sharing some of her travel and culinary experiences she discussed some of her current endeavors as well as a teaser on what will happen during the launch of her book tour event. The episode concluded with Chef Antimo DiMeo, who owns and operates a number of restaurants under Bardea Restaurant Group.  Chef DiMeo shared his journey to becoming a Chef and restaurateur, and how his hard work and passion has led to Bardea Restaurant Group elevated the dining scene in Wilmington, Delaware. *Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show, Episode 324

Host Amaris Pollock first spoke with Revolution Bees and the two Owners/Beekeepers who have turned their honey into a multi-purposed production of infused honeys, alcoholic beverages, and spreads--and the processes in order to achieve each individual product.  We then drove to the Jersey shore to visit someone at the Kohr of a Jersey sweet treat: Kohr's Soft Ice Cream!  Our host sat with Owner Eva Kohr to learn more about the business' history, flavors, and how to participate in this year's ice cream tour.  We ended our show by revisiting Ekiben, a restaurant brand that fuses Asian and Ethiopian cuisines together offering a delicious array of menu items to ignite your appetite...all while helping the communities they serve. *Food Farms And Chefs Radio Show, Episode 323