The Culinati Podcast is the show for foodies in the know! Featuring in-depth interviews with culinary tastemakers that inspire, engage and dive deep into the big ideas behind the things we eat and drink.
Holly V. Kapherr: Food Writer and Podcaster
Chef Jennifer Denlinger is back to talk about all things holiday cooking and Thanksgiving. We talk about ways to incorporate local Florida flavor into this year's meal, how to mitigate costs but still enjoying life's little luxuries, and how to appease Thanksgiving purists while keeping your menu exciting.
On this episode, Holly talks with Benjamin Coutts, beverage director at Soskei Modern Omakase in Winter Park, Florida, and long-time wine and spirits professional. They discuss what the right beverage pairing means in elevating cuisine, how wine and spirits can deepen a diner's connection to flavor and gastronomic experience, and taste some unique wines and sake on-air.
On this episode, Holly interviews chef Paula DaSilva, executive chef at the Ritz-Carlton Ft. Lauderdale. They discuss the importance of raising the next generation of young chefs, how COVID-19 affected her as a hotel executive chef in a major tourism destination, and how her lesbian identity has played a part in her culinary journey.
On this episode, Holly interviews chef Joseph Creech, owner of Hunger Street Tacos in Winter Park and soon opening a second location in Winter Garden at Plant Street Market. They discuss the importance of exploring the diversity of Mexican cooking styles, why saving heritage ingredients is paramount, and whether Orlando has reached "peak taco."
On this episode, Holly talks with Erin Allport, a career restaurant manager and operations director. Erin's resume includes some of Orlando's lauded dining rooms, including The Ravenous Pig, Txokos Basque Kitchen and The New Standard. They talk about how getting creative saved The New Standard during COVID-19, why communication between the front and back of the house is imperative, and how restaurants need to take care of their staff so their staff can better care for their guests.
On this episode, Holly talks with Michael Collantes, chef and restaurateur behind Taglish Collective, a restaurant group based in Orlando. Taglish Collective is comprised of two locations of Taglish Filipino-American Fare, Soseki Modern Omakase and Perla's Pizza. They talk about why chefs need to take care of their wellness, what opening four restaurants in the span of 2.5 years has been like, and what mentorship has meant in his astronomical career rise.
On this episode, Holly talks with one of Orlando's emeritus food writers, Joseph Hayes, who recently stepped down from his post as Orlando Magazine's food critic after 15 years. They talk about the intersection of food, music and art, about where the job of the food critic goes from here, and about his events surrounding the exhibition of Pompeii at the Orlando Science Center.
Happy Thanksgiving! Turkey Day is a huge deal for me, and I love answering your cooking questions about the most glorious food holiday of all. On this bonus episode, I'll take your questions and give you the secrets for the perfect mashed potatoes, how to cook Thanksgiving for two people, and make-ahead tips. Thanksgiving 2019 Episode with Heather McPherson: https://theculinatipodcast.libsyn.com/happy-thanksgiving-heather-mcpherson-on-holiday-cooking-eating-and-entertaining Indigenous/First Nations Recipes: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/indigenous-native-thanksgiving-dinner_n_5be1c1b3e4b01ffb1d06b538 Turkey Roulade from Food Network: https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ree-drummond/turkey-roulade-3531762 Aligot from New York Times Cooking: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1018430-aligot-mashed-potatoes-with-cheese
On this episode, Holly talks with John Tran of John's Kimchi, who sells his artisan fermented vegetables and Asian-fusion specialty dishes at farmer's markets from Mt. Dora to Lakeland. They discuss the health benefits of fermented foods like kimchi, what it's like leaving the 9 to 5 behind to build a small business, and how that small business has helped him connect with his family.
On this episode, Holly talks with Molly Olivarria, career bartender turned sales rep for Silk Road Wines, a line of wines from the former Soviet country of Georgia in eastern Europe. They talk about the wines of Georgia and taste them on the air, as well as the importance of preserving ancient and indigenous winemaking traditions and learning about wines from obscure countries.
On this episode, Holly talks with Chef Jennifer Denlinger, Culinary Management Program director at the Poinciana Campus of Valencia College and recipient of the 2020 Chef Educator of the Year Award from the American Culinary Federation. They talk about how scholarly research in the culinary field can shape the way we teach the next generation of chefs, and why Florida's culinary and agricultural anthropology is so vibrant and diverse.
On this episode, Holly talks with influencers, digital content producers and bloggers Lisa Wilk from TasteCookSip.com, and Christina Thomas from GoEpicurista.com. They discuss how social media and influencer culture has changed the food and restaurant landscape. Subscribe for more conversations with culinary tastemakers shaping the way we look at what we eat and drink!
On this episode, Holly talks with food blogger and founder of TastyChomps.com, Ricky Ly, in commemoration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. They talk about Orlando's Asian restaurant scene and some of the major players in the community, as well as how to navigate an intimidating menu and where to find the best pho, banh mi, Sichuan cuisine and more! Subscribe for more conversations with culinary tastemakers shaping the way we look at what we eat and drink!
On this episode, Holly talks with Stefanie Rouhe, restaurant consultant, former general manager, wine sales rep, and co-host of the Off Cuts podcast. They talk about wine distribution, restaurant operations and how restaurants are dealing with the drastic change to the industry in the time of COVID-19. Subscribe for more conversations with culinary tastemakers shaping the way we look at what we eat and drink!
On this episode, Holly talks with Registered Dietitian, podcast host, and co-owner of Nutrition Awareness, Kait Richardson. They talk about how foodies can best feed their bodies, stress eating in the time of COVID and much more. Subscribe for more conversations with culinary tastemakers shaping the way we look at what we eat and drink!
On this episode, Holly chats with founder of O-Town Compost, Charlie Pioli, who runs a subscription composting pick-up and delivery operation serving Central Florida. We talk about food waste, sustainability, the basics of composting and how to properly recycle, as well as easy tips for incorporating sustainable living practices in your life. Subscribe for more conversations with culinary tastemakers shaping the way we look at what we eat and drink.
On this episode, Holly talks with founder of Downtown CREDO, Ben Hoyer, about how he used coffee to make a difference in Orlando and Central America, and what it's like to build a business based in community betterment. Subscribe for more conversations with today's culinary tastemakers!
On this episode, Holly talks with editor-in-chief of Bungalower.com, Brendan O'Connor, about Orlando's "foodie neighborhoods," how influential influencers really are, and how blogging and social media have changed restaurant marketing forever. Subscribe for more conversations with today's culinary tastemakers!
On this episode, Holly talks with chef Eliot Hillis, chef and co-owner of Orlando Meats, an artisan butcher shop and nose-to-tail cafe in Orlando's Ivanhoe District. They talk about creativity in the kitchen, nose-to-tail eating, cooking with offal and the art of charcuterie. They also recap some food trends from 2019 and what they hope to see take flight in 2020. Subscribe for more conversations with today's culinary tastemakers!
On this episode, Holly talks with chef Bruno Fonseca, founder and creator of The Foreigner Experience pop-up restaurant. They talk about creating community experiences around food, and the importance of food as a major connection point in modern times. Subscribe for more conversations with today's culinary tastemakers!
On this episode, Holly talks with head gardener, Brad Jones, and resident culinary instructor, Erica Asti, about their efforts at the Edible Education Experience, an Orlando non-profit that teaches kids about gardening, cooking and healthy eating. They discuss why these are important life skills for kids to learn early, and what other important lessons the kids learn as they go through an Edible Education Experience program. Subscribe today for more conversations with todays culinary tastemakers!
It's Thanksgiving time, and the only appropriate way to celebrate is with a discussion with former Orlando Sentinel food editor, recipe developer, cookbook author and culinary grande dame, Heather McPherson. We answer all your Thanksgiving questions about cooking, eating and entertaining, including new twists on old favorites, turkey tips and real talk about canned cranberry sauce. Subscribe for more thought-provoking discussions with today's culinary tastemakers!
Holly interviews Kaleb Harrell, CEO of Hawkers Asian Street Fare, which serves tapas-style dishes to diners spotlighting some of Asia's least-known food cultures. Hawkers Asian Street Fare began in Orlando, but has now expanded to 10 locations in five states. They discuss the building of a restaurant empire, how thinking globally can help us build community around the table, and how tapping into everyone's unique strengths can build lasting restaurant teams. Subscribe for more thought-provoking discussions with today's culinary tastemakers!
Holly interviews legendary chef, James Beard Foundation Award-winner Tony Mantuano, chef-partner of Terralina Crafted Italian at Disney Springs, Spiaggia in Chicago, and other restaurant concepts by Levy Restaurants. He's joined by his executive chef at Terralina Crafted Italian, Justin Plank. They discuss how America's food landscape has changed over the last 30 years, current restaurant trends, and where Tony thinks we're headed next. Justin, a Central Florida native, discusses Orlando's food scene and how working for the tourism market at Disney Springs is different than his former position at Winter Park's beloved Park Plaza Gardens. Subscribe for more thought-provoking discussions with today's culinary tastemakers!
On this episode, Holly interviews Evan Kiggen and Norman Morton, also known as The Pasture Brothers, who raise pasture-farmed chickens on a plot of land in Apopka, Florida. They discuss how they got started farming pasture-raised chickens, how Joel Salatin's organic farming philosophies have inspired their journey, and why it's important to know where our food comes from. Subscribe for more thought-provoking discussions with today's culinary tastemakers!
On this episode, Holly interviews Wendy Lopez, executive chef at Reyes Mezcaleria, an upscale Mexican eatery in Orlando. They discuss Orlando's "taco trail," featured in the Summer issue of Edible Orlando magazine, and Wendy's journey to becoming one of Orlando's best-known culinarians. Subscribe for more thought-provoking discussions with today's culinary tastemakers!
On this episode, Holly interviews Cassandra Plas, owner and founder of Gezellig Cookies, the stroopwafel company that's now synonymous with Orlando's best local sweets. They discuss what it's like to jump the corporate ship to pursue a passion project, why stroopwafels are Holland's most beloved cookie, and cheese. Lots and lots of cheese. Subscribe for more thought-provoking discussions with today's culinary tastemakers!
On this episode, Holly talked Level 1 sommelier and Wine Director at Orlando's Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse, Lauren Webb. They discuss the changing attitudes toward wine, how to become a sommelier, wine pairing basics, how to read a wine list, and what it's like to be a young, vibrant woman in a largely male-dominated industry. Subscribe for more thought-provoking discussions with today's culinary tastemakers!
On this episode, Holly talked with chefs and beekeepers Jimmy and Elizabeth Wessman of Bottom Stung Beekeepers in Orlando, Florida. They discuss all things bees, from life cycle and honey production to small-business agriculture, and do a tasting of eleven of their honeys on the air. Subscribe for more thought-provoking discussions with today's culinary tastemakers!
On this episode, Holly talked with Kevin and Maria Ruiz, chefs and co-owners of Peruvian pop-up restaurant phenomenon Papa Llama. Special guest appearance by Cliff Alejos. They discuss the pop-up restaurant trend, the ins and outs of Peruvian cuisine, and strategies for adapting ancient dishes for a modern audience. Subscribe for more thought-provoking discussions with today's culinary tastemakers!
On this episode, Holly talked with Trina Gregory-Propst, co-owner and chef at Sette and Se7en Bites Bake Shop in Orlando, Florida, featured on Guy's Grocery Games and Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives on the Food Network. They discuss the birth and development of a restaurant concept, LGBTQ+ advocacy and cooking for Food Network TV competition cooking shows. Subscribe for more thought-provoking discussions with today's culinary tastemakers!
On this episode, Holly talked with four-time James Beard Foundation Award semifinalist chef Hari Pulapaka and his wife Jenneffer Pulapaka, co-owners of Cress Restaurant in DeLand, Florida. They discuss strategies for reducing food waste, composting, how chefs can be advocates for positive change, and how restaurants evolve to engage changing audiences and tastes. Subscribe for more thought-provoking discussions with today's culinary tastemakers!
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