Off Script with Trish Glose

Trish discovers the many talents, fascinating stories, and brilliance behind keynote speaker and workshop facilitator Mary Czarnecki! The two met through Women in Wine Oregon and share a love for the art and importance of storytelling. Mary grew up on the west coast and her journey to the Pacific Northwest is full of bumps, major successes, and experiences! Mary is also the host of her podcast @stickynotemarketing where she helps listeners harness their superpowers through storytelling. (PS : Trish was a guest on Mary's podcast, too! Subscribe to @stickynotemarketing for a listen!) This smartypants discovered her talent of helping groups of people, who maybe weren't speaking the same language (figuratively) and bringing them together to connect. A lively, fun, in-depth interview on overcoming imposter syndrome, the importance of owning and telling your story, and why these two love the PNW so much. Enjoy!

Too much fun in this interview with Nicole McLaughlin, culinary producer for "allrecipes," known as the "home for the home cook." Nicole talks about growing up in an Italian family (and yes, Trish asks about those Sunday suppers), the family butcher who worked at the Piggly Wiggly, and how very important food was growing up. Nicole knew she wanted to do something in the culinary world and she says it was pure luck (unlucky for someone else) in how she ended up in front of the camera for "allrecipes." She shares her secrets for cooking on a budget - in fact, she says she's "mastered" it, so maybe take some notes! This lover of libations and master of the "perfect bite" will certainly leave you hungry for more.

This one is a doozy - in all of the best ways. Tracy Hooper, founder of "The Confidence Project" talks with Trish about growing up with 5 siblings and why the dinner table was so very important. She calls her mom (who sounds fabulous by the way) the "OG Talk Show Host," because come dinner, she would be checking up on everyone seated around the table. Tracy says this was truly the foundation for communication. She explains her journey to the west coast, where she ultimately began this incredible project, although it didn't start out to be what it is today. Now, through keynotes and one on one advising, even virtual labs, Tracy helps those gain more confidence in the working environment. Her keynote, "Words to Use, Words to Lose," helps those speak more confidently, efficiently, and just plain smarter. Trish says she was blown away by not only Tracy's heart for this work, but all she's doing to help teach civility. Take some notes!

Airis "The Chef" Johnson joins Trish once again on the podcast! The two catch each other up on what's been going on the last few years. This talented, funny, and 100% real chef talks about being on Food Network's "Chopped" (twice, Champion once!) and what it means to do reality TV. She shares how she's been helping others navigate the waters of reality TV in an effort to help them for their appearances. Airis talks about her work on a new book (not necessarily a COOKbook) and where she got the idea for an adult cartoon - not that kind of adult - just more mature cartoon. The two gripe about culinary mistakes they see others make in the kitchen, they chat about pantry staples, and cooking in general.

Sommelier, wine personality, Napa Valley expert, and super funny girl Amanda McCrossin talks about her wine journey with Trish in this episode. Amanda did not grow up wanting to showcase her knowledge in front of a camera on social media - nope - she wanted (and WAS!) and actor. She was going on auditions and landing roles and then, the wine bug bit her and started her on her path to keep learning more. She talks about the formative jobs she took that helped along the way, how the idea to put what she was learning in front of the camera, and the beast that is social media. She's funny, incredibly smart, doesn't take the wine industry too seriously. Tune in and find out why you shouldn't either.

Rifino Valentine, president and founder of Valentine Distilling Company is back on the podcast. He catches Trish up with all the cool things he's been up to, including a collab vodka with former football player and "CBS Mornings" anchor, Nate Burleson. There's a bit of controversy over whether or not Trish saw his company on "CBS Mornings" (Rifino says no, Trish says yes), but they figure it out. Rifino talks about why quality is so important to not only him, but really it's the foundation of his entire business. He introduces everyone to a very special copper pot still and tells the story of how it got its name. He shares the challenges his business has been facing, but is excited about some new things on the horizon.

She's a force in the Oregon wine industry and incredibly talented winemaker. Trish interviews Kate Payne Brown - currently winemaker at Ambar Estate and partner at Vinovate Custom Wine. She also has her own label, Dolores Wines. Trish met Kate through the organization, Women in Wine and instantly picked up on the calm, cool wisdom she carries with her. Kate is a triplet, from the East Coast and moved to Salt Lake City as a youngster. She did not care much about wine (she wanted to be an eye doctor, in fact) until she worked at an urban winery in Portland. The rest is truly history from there and she explains her journey to Australia and then back to the Willamette where she thought she'd just work one little harvest. Trish refers to this interview as the chapters of Kate and her book in the wine industry.

Just a couple of Southerners for y'all - discovering connections, similarities, and why focus is so important. Trish chats with Mark McWilliams, owner, founder and winemaker at Arista Winery. Arista is located in the Russian River Valley in California. This down-to-earth and heartfelt interview cruises through Mark's family's connection to California wine country and how he ultimately landed in the industry. He talks about the challenges he faced with the business and why going "low and slow" taught him a great deal of lessons.

What a ride this interview was! The incredibly talented and super fun Julia Coney chats with Trish about her beginnings, her amazing career, and why she's pushing to make wine fun again. Trish met Julia at the July Women in Wine conference and they instantly made a connection - but that's just what Julia does. She's an advocate, a friend, and a confidant. Julia talks about her beloved grandmother, a midwife in the area where she lived, and the incredible story of a woman delivered thousands of babies, mostly to families who didn't have any other options. Julia also talks about her career and the many chapters of her success, before she finally realized one day, she wanted to start writing about wine. She's a wine writer and wine consultant for American Airlines and also founder of Black Wine Professionals. She's also co-host of "Just Getting Better Podcast."

It's a heartfelt conversation between what seems like a couple of old pals : Trish interviews Nori De Vega - food blogger, independent restaurant advocate, and co-founder of "Tikim". "Tikim," which means "to taste" in Tagalog, is a concept inspired by Nori and two great pals to further the Filipino-American narrative by sharing their experiences - mostly with food. Nori talks about growing up in two VERY different cities worlds apart and how that shaped her and her tastes. She started what's now her incredibly popular food blog ( @NomNom_Nori ) during the pandemic as a way to support some of her favorite people and friends in the struggling Portland, Oregon food scene. That act of love and advocacy turned into something bigger than she imagined. Cook up a bowl of something delicious (maybe some noods), pour some bubbles, and enjoy this fun, heartfelt, and warm conversation.

Christopher Kimball of Christopher Kimball's Milk Street back on the podcast to talk about what he's calling his new initiative, "Cook America." Chris is essentially taking the idea behind why he started Milk Street and wanting to do more to encourage people to get in their kitchens and cook. Chris and Trish catch up since the last time they chatted (2020!), and still agree they don't ever want help cooking in the kitchen. Have a drink and stay out of the way. Please. Chris also explains why baking apple pies bring him immense joy and why he says he'll never be able to bake the "perfect apple pie."

Trish is diving into some PR 101 with founder and CEO of Curate & Co, Amanda Arrigotti-White. She started the company eight years ago - it's a public relations and social media agency that specializes in the food, beverage, and hospitality industries. Amanda talks about where she got her start in PR (wasn't a bad gig!) and how she slowly worked her way into the food and beverage industry. She gives us some tips and tricks when it comes to really promoting and selling brands, but the two both settle on the importance of storytelling. You may want to grab something to write with - Amanda is full of great PR advice.

David Page, former Executive Producer and Creator of "Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives" is back on the podcast to tell us all about his new project! Dave and Trish catch up on the latest, get in some good ole news talk, grumble about the latest food trends, and share their love of storytelling. David is launching a new podcast, "Culinary Characters Unlocked," and he talks about why he wanted to start this new project, but more importantly, WHO will be on it.

Hang on folks, it's a bouncy one. Trish interviews Erich Berg, founder and winemaker of Ricochet Wine Company. Erich is from the East Coast and first learned about wine when he got a job in a fine dining restaurant after college. In 2004, he decided to move to Oregon to work a harvest at Domaine Serene, and loved it, but a hip surgery a few years in put some plans at a standstill. This is where Erich's story gets a little bouncy because he decided to completely change his path, his job, etc. He's a teacher at heart, but explains he simply couldn't leave the vineyard and winemaking behind. He talks about his winemaking philosophy, where the name Ricochet comes from, and why it's more than just a label on a bottle.

It's a first for this podcast - Trish interviews loooongtime friend, (ahem) Dr. Mariluz Garcia. Trish and Mariluz met as teenagers in Manzanita Dorm at the University of Nevada, Reno. The universe was kind enough to throw a group of gals together in this dorm, who went on to become the best of college pals, creating some life-long memories. Mariluz talks about growing up with a Basque father and Mexican mama, three siblings, a loving Abuela, lots of incredible food, beautiful surroundings, loads of laughs, and so much more. Mariluz went to UNR to become a teacher, but her path changed in the best way. She went on to get her Masters in Counseling and then her PhD in Education. From becoming an Executive Director, to getting a 4-million dollar grant for education... to turning to politics... this interview dances and twirls around 2 old pals catching up, stories of grandmas and food, and writing new chapters in life.

Just a couple of food nerds, gabbing about kitchens, meatball recipes and other things -- all wrapped up in this fun conversation with Aly Romero. Aly was born in New Zealand and then lived in lots of different places including Hawaii, Sonoma County and now, Texas. She says all of these places influenced her palette, but her Dad definitely helped get her in the kitchen. She started her culinary journey around 2013, then started her food blog, and then made a few TV appearances cooking. She spent the last two years working on her first cookbook, "Gas Fire Heat," which is now available for pre-orders. She's excited for this next adventure and sharing what she loves about cooking beyond the kitchen.

He's back! Dr. Elia Gourgouris, or The Happiness Doctor first chatted with Trish smack dab in the middle of a pandemic and it was a lot about how to nagivate a crisis. It's Episode 106 if you want to take a listen. This time around, they catch up on what Elia has been up to, which includes long trips to Greece and something really special in the works. This Happiness Doc explains the best ways to manifest your best life, how to be happy, and why a lot of it comes down to kindness.

Food nerd alert! Recipe developer and food blogger Kayla Howey and Trish geek out a bit over food, pantry staples, and Kayla's journey to blogging her recipes. She talks about her family's history with Nancy's Pizza in Chicago, the reasons for going to culinary school, and why she decided to put her recipes out on the world wide web. It's a super fun, very thoughtful conversation with a sweet little nugget of advice at the end.

A.J. Weinzettel says he's on a journey to tell stories about the people and places behind wine. Growing up in Tennessee, wine wasn't necessarily a "thing"... it took a move to Oregon before he got bitten by the wine bug. He talks about the moment it happened and how it wasn't just what was in his glass that started this journey. It began with writing a newsletter and then a couple of years ago - a podcast where he interviews producers and hears their story and their own wine journey. The interview gets fairly heavy when Trish asks to name more than a handful of wineries that really express Oregon's flavor - it's serious business!

Chef Adrian Martin on the podcast and what a kick in the pants! Adrian is the current Executive Chef for Parkhurst Wine Cellars, although a lot of people may know him as the chef on Season 6 of reality TV show "Below Deck" on Bravo. Adrian grew up working in Dad's restaurant in St. Martin and went to culinary school in France at the age of 16. He did a lot of cheffing on yachts, did some culinary tours across the country, and recently decided to settle down in Oregon. Adrian and Trish talk a a lot about food, the challenges and appeal to cheffing on yachts, and his current gig cooking in a tasting room.

They're together again in this special, heart-warming holiday edition of Hungry for More. And yes, there are cocktails. It's an episode all about tradition, family, and the cozy the holidays often bring. Sam gives an update about what she's been up to lately (improv classes!), and then they dive right in to their favorite aspects of the holiday season. It's a conversation full of stories, laughs, and why they both love this time of year.

It's easy to see why Natasha Feldman has the success she does : she's funny, charming, and doesn't take herself too seriously. It's also obvious she's an incredible cook - even through a Zoom call. Natasha is a cookbook author, culinary school drop-out (her words and she explains), and she's produced, co-directed and hosted a couple of cooking shows. She says food wasn't super important growing up, unless it was a Jewish holiday. It wasn't until her trek across the Atlantic to study theater in London that the lightbulb clicked for her. She decided acting was 100% not for her, but cooking for others 1000% was. So she embarked on creating a career in the culinary world. After several years of working in the industry, she felt she had a cookbook in her so "The Dinner Party Project" was born. Tash and Trish (oooo that sounds like her next cooking show) talk about what makes a dinner party great and why they are so important.

Get ready for deliberate, thoughtful answers. Certified sommelier and French wine scholar, Chevonne Ball on the podcast and she's bringing all of her incredible energy. Founder of "Dirty Radish," curated wine and food tours in the Willamette Valley and France, Chevonne loves sharing what she loves with others. She worked at Le Pigeon in Portland - an experience that really launched her passion for hospitality, wine and food, and then moved to France in 2009. When she came back to the states, she missed France so much, she started to think about how she could get back on a more regular basis. She attributes being genuine and making connections to her success. She's also a complete delight, absolutely hilarious, and as real as they come.

Clare Tooley, Master of Wine, understood this assignment y'all. She chats with Trish about her British parents, being born in Spain, but living the first 7 years of her life in France and how that magic translated to the rest of her life. She discovered wine in Notting Hill (this is a fun story), and explains how this discovery led her down so many paths - not all of them truly inspiring. She started the Master of Wine program as a way to get back to that passion of wine. Clare is a gem of an interview, it's one you may want to listen to over and over again.

Maria Ponzi (Vineyards, not scheme) takes us on the sweetest trip down Oregon wine memory lane. Her parents, Dick and Nancy Ponzi moved to Oregon from California to grow grapes and make wine. The fact they didn't know HOW to make wine wasn't really a thing. They were determined, ambitious, hard-working, and as Maria says, along with all the other winemakers in the Willamette Valley at that time, they collaborated to make things happen. She talks about moving away, moving back (not an easy decision), and making changes - some that didn't always go over too well. Her book, "Pinot Girl" came out in 2020 - it's an intimate memoir of what she remembers as a little girl growing up in the vineyard. Maria talks about the changes she made at Ponzi Vineyards, why it's important to find your story, and the impact we all can create.

Dan Pelosi aka "Grossy Pelosi" shares his most intimate details with Trish in this racy interview. Not really, but the two gab about all things family and food, meatballs, changing careers, and putting out good content for viewers. Dan comes from a big, tight-knit family who he says is all about food and really, where he learned how to get around in a kitchen. It was during the pandemic that he decided to start posting his food on Instagram and "Grossy Pelosi" exploded. Viewers fell in love with his food, with Dan, and his positivity. Sit back, relax... and take in a couple of gals gabbing about their fave things.

From a large family, Chef Becky McGrath says she's been cooking for as long as she can remember. A segment on the "Today" show though, sealed the deal for her to go to culinary school. She was accepted to a particular culinary school in Ireland, where she learned how important (and necessary) it is to source as local as possible. Coming back to the states, she worked in a few pubs and a grocery store chain before landing the head chef job at Burgerville. Chef Becky explains why their philosophy behind food is so important to her and why she thinks she fits in this role perfectly.

She believes a bottle of wine can start conversations, break down walls, bring people together, and be a conduit for change. Jill Osur is an entrepreneur, public speaker, and founder and CEO of Teneral Cellars - a certified women-owned business. Jill says she's on a mission to reshape the wine industry to reflect its most loyal customer - women. She talks about a poignant internship and how it led her to so many opportunities, working with Special Olympics in Northern California and Nevada, and then finding her path in the wine industry. A longtime fan of wine, she eventually found her place and her path in the business when she created Teneral Cellars. Jill talks about she's not only built this female-run business, but she's created many opportunities along the way. Bonus : this interview has a little breaking news!

Shelley Chapman from @TheMindfulPlate is BACK on the podcast! Trish interviewed her last spring and so much has changed in her life. She talks about her travels, what she learned and the inspiration she brought back home. She also talks about cutting her hair and why it was a big damn deal. The two talk recipes, eating with intent, and why control can sometimes be a dirty word. Follow Shelley, her journey and her recipes on her YouTube Channel, "The Mindful Plate". You can also see what she's up to on her Instagram, @shelleywellness.

He has dedicated the majority of his life to wine and the wine industry. Craig Camp is currently the general manager at Troon Vineyard, but he grew up in Illinois, where wine was, as he says "unknown." It wasn't until a trip to Europe in college that everything changed for Craig, he says his "passion for food and wine overwhelmed my sense of reality." Craig worked for Direct Import Wine Company for years before it sold and then off to Italy he went to learn all about wine production. He came back to the state after 4 years, took over as president at Anne Amie Vineyards in Oregon where he revolutionized winemaking and marketing. He then worked at Cornerstone Cellars in Napa, where he did the same thing, but Oregon was calling him back, specifically, Southern Oregon. He got the job at Troon Vineyards, where they are Biodynamic and Regenerative Organic Certified - both in the vineyard and in the cellar. He talks about why these practices are not only important in making wine, but also key in changing culture. Craig and Trish cap off this interview discussing a love they both have - risotto. Although, Craig has fallen deeper. He'll explain.

A life and a career revolving around all things culinary, and she wouldn't have it any other way. Originally from Nebraska, Andrea Slonecker says she always dreamed of traveling and moving away (although she says she 100% appreciates those roots more now), and Trish and Andrea bond over those famous mom-casseroles that still hold special places in their heart. She talks about loving to cook for friends in college, right about the time the Food Network was getting popular on TV, and she quickly became hooked on the shows and food culture. She moved to Portland on a whim after college, mostly because it was this growing food scene and Andrea wanted to be a part of it. She worked in restaurants and did some catering (she jokes about having 6-7 jobs when she moved there), trying to find her path. She eventually found it and has been unstoppable ever since. She's written several cookbooks, did magazine work, collaborated on so many projects, and is excited about a new project, years in the making, coming out in April. She's still doing a lot of jobs and the two also chat a LOT about pretzels, veggies, and cheese. And wine. And other things. *This episode sponsored by The Culinarium in Ashland, Oregon : gourmet provisions and fine kitchenware.

He's dedicated the majority of his life to wine : learning about it, making it, selling it. Dave Paige of David Paige Wines talks about growing up in the Midwest, where wine wasn't a thing, but working in a wine shop changed all of it. He got hooked, left Ohio State University, and made a beeline for UC Davis where he continued his wine education. He worked at some California wineries before he made the move north to Oregon. He worked at the famed Adelsheim Vineyards for nearly 2 decades and then, in 2018, decided to create his own label. A serendipitous meeting with 2 others and his label was born. Dave dives into his philosophy of winemaking and what's next for his label.

A bar napkin and a plan. That's how Rifino Valentine says his business, Valentine Distilling Co. was born. Of course there was a lot of work and thought that came later, but Rifino says he was ready for something different. He was day trading stocks on Wall Street at the time and quite successful, but he says it wasn't enough and he was really getting tired of what he calls the "mass production" of liquors. He moved back to his home state of Michigan in 2007, specifically Detroit, to open a craft distillery, one of the first in the nation at this time. He talks about the long list of challenges he faced, the successes in creating bourbon and vodka the way it used to be made, and why that's so incredibly important for him. He says it was never really about opening up a distillery, there was a much deeper meaning.

They call her "Queen of the Coop" for a reason. Lisa Steele is a 5th generation chicken keeper, author, blogger, and TV host - just name a few things on her plump resume. While she grew up across the street from her grandparents' chicken farm and she herself had chickens, there was no real desire to do that as a career. She went to school to be an accountant and worked on Wall Street for about 7 years when one day, out of the blue, she says she just had enough. It wasn't until several years later that she got some chickens and started posting pictures of them on social media. She says she noticed she was answering the same questions about raising chickens so decided a blog would be a helpful spot for others to find information. It wasn't until a few books in that the lightbulb really went off for her and Lisa said she realized this could be a full-blown career. She explains why eggs are so expensive these days and what you should look for on the carton. Her insanely popular website and blog is where you can find all things chicken and eggs, including recipes. She came out with a cookbook last year, "Fresh Eggs Daily," which is also the name of her website and blog. Follow Lisa on social media for not only fun videos of chickens, but tips and tricks and delicious recipes. *This episode sponsored by The Culinarium : Gourmet Provisions and Fine Kitchenware.*

The queen of aprons and kitchen work wear company "Hedley & Bennett" talks about all the changes she's been going through over the last couple of years. Ellen Marie Bennett (EB) talks about having a baby and trying to juggle being a full-time mom and a full-time business lady, and what she learned from that. She highlights the positive changes her business has gone through, the challenges she's faced, and why it's important to drive your own vehicle of change. Hedley & Bennett has come out with a line of chef's knives and EB says this is really only the beginning and tells us what's coming out next. We also talk about how comparison is a bad thing, pens versus pencils, and junk drawers.

Winemaster Randy Ullom shares a glass of Chardonnay with Trish and spills the beans on how he got that title. Randy was recently named "American Wine Legend" in Wine Enthusiast's Wine Star Awards. He talks about growing up with a winemaking dad (he did it as a hobby), his adventures in Chile, and that lightbulb moment when he decided winemaking was what he wanted to pursue. After a few years in Chile, he moved back to the states to go to school to study viticulture and enology. He worked at some wineries in Ohio and upstate New York, but in 1981, Sonoma called and Randy says he didn't look back. After working at DeLoach Vineyards, he got a job at Kendall Jackson and he says things really took off. He's coming up on 3 decades at the winery and talks about harvest, the initiatives he helped put in place, and why the winery is known for its Chardonnay. *This episode sponsored by Tap & Vine 559 : THE place to eat, meet and drink in Southern Oregon.*

Her love of food is evident in everything she does and in nearly every answer of this interview. Kylie Mazon-Chambers, the mind behind the food blog "Cooking with Cocktail Rings" shares the good, the bad, and the sometimes challenging aspects of food blogging. Here's a twist : she's also pregnant and talks about the speed bumps that has produced in the last few months. She lets us in behind the scenes a bit, explaining how she gets beautiful pictures and video (and why she depends on her weather app), and tells us where the name of her blog came from. It's the sweetest story. This episode sponsored by Tap&Vine 559, the place to eat, meet, and drink in Southern Oregon.

She lives in the land of food and we're all reaping the benefits. Lauren McDuffie is a food blogger, cookbook author, food photographer and stylist. She's the author of "Smoke, Roots, Mountain, Harvest," and just finished writing "Southern Lights," which comes out June 2023. Her blog, "My Kitchen Little" was started because she says she wanted to give easy recipes for busy home cooks. We chat about food blogging and all the work that goes into it (I had no clue), her cooking philosophy, holiday food, and why, in the vast world of food bloggers, why she continues to stay at it. Oh - and her dog makes a sweet cameo.

Oh, the magical world of mushrooms and Dr. Mike Amaranthus helps us break it all down. I've interviewed him before (Episode 64), but in this interview, we really take a deeper dive into the importance of mushrooms, the medicinal ones and the psychedelic ones. Dr. Amaranthus wrote a new book, "Fry, Thrive, or Die," and it's a pocket guide on the 50 most common delicious, hallucinogenic, medicinal, and poisonous mushrooms of the western United States. He says he had a lot of fun writing the book, which is loaded with pictures (we edited some pictures in the interview as well), and he's hoping it sparks some excitement to get out in nature and find some fungi.

It's not what she expected or planned, but Misty Banchero says as soon as she started grilling and smoking meats on social media, the love started to pour in. Her career was in retail management and she wasn't looking to change paths, but the pandemic had other plans. This 4th generation butcher's wife found herself without a job, but made the most of it in the most delicious way. She says her competitive nature, love of food, and the fact that she got some pretty decent cuts of meat (wink, wink) made it easy for her to step in front of a grill and do her thing. She gives us some tips on turkey as well and says if you're hesitant about firing up a grill or smoker... don't be. Just go for it.

She's back! We're toasting again to the fun and funny Sam Block. She made quite the splash on TikTok, and now, you've probably seen her creating online content for America's Test Kitchen. We catch up with all the things she's been up to since our last interview. Sam chats favorite cocktails, some of the yummy dishes she's been cooking up, and the things in her pantry she can't live without. She also talks about the interesting and sometimes strange feedback she gets online. A delicious hour with the talented Sam Block!

The first person to call him Meathead was his dad, he's been going by the name ever since and he's ok with it. Meathead Goldwyn, author of New York Times bestselling cookbook, "Science of Great Barbecue & Grilling" says his love for barbecue really started with his dad, but it all clicked for him when he stopped by a BBQ joint while in college in Florida. The pitmasters took him under their wing and showed him the ropes and he's been cooking with fire and smoke ever since. He explains the science behind cooking this way, common mistakes when it comes to barbecuing, and then we dive into turkey : his tips on the best way too cook the bird this holiday season. Find out more on his website : amazingribs.com.

She's a cookbook author, recipe developer, and award-winning food stylist and Erin Jeanne McDowell has done it again : new cookbook released October 11th. She's also incredibly smart, lovely, and funny. She shares where her love of baking came from (you know I love a good grandparent story), and how she really learned how to bake and cook in two different "schools" : grandma's kitchen and mom's kitchen. They both really set her up for her future. She quickly learned in order to be successful - you needed to do all the things and do them well. My biggest (and probably favorite) take away from this interview is learning and coping with timing. Sometimes, it's just not the right time. And sometimes, as you'll hear, it is. Her book "Savory Baking" comes out October 11th and is available in most stores where books are sold.

President of Ogden's Own Distillery, Mark Fine takes us through the sometimes complex world of the beverage industry. With 30 years of experience, including the Director of Beverage for Norwegian Cruise Line, Mark knows spirits and more importantly, knows how to sell them. He says it was a no brainer when the opportunity at Ogden's came up, mostly because of the company, but also because of its surroundings and history. In the late 1800's Ogden was the place for gamblers, those who liked bootleg liquor, a place for brothels and opium dens. When the distillery opened, it was only the second in Utah after prohibition. The brands and their labels are historic, fun and funny, but they're also supportive in their own way. Mark says Ogden's Own Distillery is about not only highlighting everyone, the unique and the interesting, but celebrating exactly who people are.

Master of Wine Susan Lin shares her love of wine and her love of music and how the two ultimately intersected for her. Susan grew up playing the piano at a young age, but says music was always a part of her life. Her Grandpa was the one who actually introduced her to the world of wine and she says after a job at Google, she decided to take the wine route and became hooked. She talks about the moment her two loves in music and wine came together and took her down a path of research and experimentation. Nerd out with us over wine and perception.

The delightful and smiley Sara Hauman spills the beans on cooking school, working in restaurants (one in Spain in particular), why she didn't go on Bravo's Top Chef the first they asked about her, and what she learned from that experience. Now in Portland, Oregon and starting her own tinned fish company, Sara says it was simply time to lean in to what she wanted to do in life.

Winemaker Jessica Mozeico shares her heart and her journey in creating Et Fille Wines with her dad, Howard. "Et fille" means "and daughter" in French and that's just where this story starts. Her dad, a software engineer, had a true passion about wine, even making it in the garage as a hobby for years. Jessica had a successful career in biotechnology marketing until her dad called her up and said, "I want to start a winery and I want you to help me." She agreed and for 14 years, she and her dad made wine together until his tragic death in 2017. She shares how she moved forward, how she honors his legacy, and how, through her grief, she found gratitude.

A delightful conversation with Milk Street's Editorial Director, J.M. Hirsch. He's also the author of "Shake Strain Done" and "Pour Me Another." He talks about splitting his childhood in the U.S. and in Europe and why going to school in Scotland and getting out of his comfort zone was the best thing for him. A job at AP writing crime stories eventually turned into writing about food and J.M. says that's when his passion really took off. He explains how the job at Milk Street transpired, why he loves cocktails so much, and why it's important to never stop changing.

Winemaker Ian Burch shares his love of winemaking, Pinot Noir, and why he ultimately decided to plant his feet in the Willamette Valley. Ian says he was (unapologetically) a complete plant nerd and it was high school where the seed of viticulture was planted. That sent him on a path studying it in school and working and interning at wineries from California to South Africa. It was while he was in Loire where he fell in love with Pinot Noir and Chardonnay and he always knew there was "something about Oregon". A job offer as winemaker opened up at Archery Summit and Ian says he went for it. Hear all about his winemaking journey and it's an interview of confessions, some even Ian admits he's not sure why he shared.

He has a full-time job, he's a full-time dad, and in his spare time, he's a full-time content creator (@It's Ryan Turley on YouTube). That was a joke - he doesn't have any spare time, but he somehow manages to put his passion out there for the world to see. Ryan Turley found himself at the start of the pandemic with a lot more time on his hands and wanted to share his love of barbecue and smoking meat on his social media platforms. It didn't take long for people to take notice and in a matter of weeks, he gained tens of thousands of followers on TikTok. He shares the ups and downs of creating content online and threw in a few tips on smoking his favorite cut : brisket.

Food stylist Christine Tobin never thought she'd work on a project like HBO Max's "Julia, " but this "movie lady" who's done food styling for several movies like "American Hustle," Little Women," and "Joy" says that dream recently came true. She chats with Trish about growing up watching Julia Child on TV, the challenges (and successes) she and her team faced working on the new TV series, and how she really channeled the culinary icon in making sure the food and the recipes were authentic.