This episode I chat with Mark Bellows and Ryan Brodziak of The Local Omnivore about their departure from the food truck world, and impending entry into the full-fledged restaurant business. You’ll also hear about how The Local Omnivore owes it’s beginnings to of all things, dim sum. Their new restaurant will be opening any day […]
Off Menu Ep. 5- Food Forum
This episode is the first Food Forum; every fifth episode of Off Menu will bring together some of the finest food writers, chefs, and food fanatics in Edmonton and beyond to discuss new restaurants, trends, or food news of the moment. My guests on this first Food Forum are 2 pillars of the Edmonton […]
Off Menu Episode 4: Emily Richards
Today’s guest on Off Menu is Guelph, Ontario cookbook author, professional home economist and food network pioneer, Emily Richards. Emily was in town to promote her new cookbook, Per La Famiglia and was kind enough to sit down with me before heading to Jasper Park Lodge for Christmas in November. Show Notes: The wine […]
Off Menu Episode 3: Shannon Ruzicka
On today’s episode of Off Menu, I talk with Shannon Ruzicka of Nature’s Green Acres. Shannon talks about the benefits of eating grass-fed, her first couple months of living off the land, and her pin-up boy husband, Danny. Show Notes: Nature’s Green Acres Twitter Facebook Instagram Shannon’s Shoutouts: Tzin Wine and Tapas RGE […]
Off Menu Episode 2: Jacqueline Jacek
In today’s Off Menu podcast, I talk with Jacqueline Jacek, the force behind Jacek Chocolate Couture. Jacqueline’s passion for spreading joy is not just an idle philosophy, but is evident in everything she does. Show notes: Jacek Chocolate locations Credo Coffee RGE RD Corso 32 Duchess Bake Shop The Dish Bistro […]
Off Menu Podcast Episode 1- Corso 32’s Ben Chalmers
In this premiere episode of the Off Menu Podcast, I chat with Ben Chalmers, chef and partner of Edmonton’s Corso 32. We talk about Ben’s role at the restaurant, some of his favourite places to eat, and of course pasta. Ben even gives us some tips on how to make the best pasta at […]