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  • How A Community Grows

    How A Community Grows
    Jul 11 2024
    Welcome to another episode for Industry Night. Today is my last session at the Capital Jewish Museum and even though I am so so excited about my next residency at Barrel Oak Winery & Brewery in Delaplane, VA — and the guests that will be joining me like Jarad Slipp and a fabulous VA wine maker panel — The last month of shows at The Capital Jewish Museum have just been amazing. If you are just tuning in, the CJM celebrates DC’s Jewish heritage — it is full of incredible stories of Jewish people from all around the world who made their way to this city and were integral in laying the foundation for the vibrant community we live in today.There is a fabulous new exhibit here the “I’ll Have What She’s Having” it explores The Jewish Deli culture and how American Jews imported traditions, adapted and built community through the experience of food. Not just here in DC but all around the country.The hospitality of the museum has not been taken for granted! Maura Scanlon, Malki Karkowski, Lisa Del Sesto and so many others here at the museum have provided me with a space to share stories and chat a little bit about what “the Deli” means to me. In fact last week there was an amazing evening event here at the museum where myself, Ted Merwyn, author of, “Pastrami on Rye” and Michale Weissman of the “Rye Bread Marriage” got to share our love and personal histories. Prescription Chicken was serving matzoh ball soup and Silver & Sons BBQ had pastrami. But the best part honestly? The Nostalgia. The conversations I had with all those people who joined the event. Whether the deli they went to with their Zayde when they were young or how the pastrami was sliced or is it called Russian Dressing — it is — or Thousand Island? Our histories, our lives are told through our food experiences. And I just love that I had an opportunity to do that here.Now today’s show is going to be just as delish. A while back I met Kenyattah Robinson. He reached out to me after a RAMW event and I was like how. do. we. not. know. each. other?! He is President & CEO of the MVT CID aka The Mount Vernon Triangle Community Improvement District — which is Celebrating 20 YEARS. The Council made a proclamation and everything. Which we will get to in a minute. In getting to know Kenyattah I learned so much about what goes into running a CID - Community Improvement District. And it is a lot. What’s fascinating about the Mt Vernon District is it’s humble beginnings compared to where it is today! We will get into all of that.But first. I am so excited to chat withJONATHAN EDLEMAN, COLLECTIONS CURATOR &SARAH A. LEAVITT, PH.D., CURATOR of the CAPITAL JEWISH MUSEUM .I am so curious about what went into filling this museum with all the incredible history and artifacts. I’m sure everyone Jew in a 40 mile radius was knocking on your door with something from their bubbe that they thought was important to add.And now on to Kenyattah. I remember when the City Vista building opened in the now Mt. Vernon Triangle neighborhood. At the time it was a lot of knocked down dilapidated row houses and open lots — 20 years later and WOW. It’s a thriving part of DC filled with gorgeous residences, restaurants, retail, hotels — Thriving.Guests Social Media Links:Kenyattah Robinson:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kr_mvtcid/Website:https://www.mountvernontriangle.org/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenyattah?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appTwitter: https://x.com/kr_mvtcid?s=21Jonathan Edleman:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/jedelgram?igsh=YzJ2dnVodjNpY2RWebsite: https://capitaljewishmuseum.org/Twitter: https://x.com/mulizawithaseum?s=21LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-edelman-809b7610b?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appSarah A. Leavitt, PHD.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/capjewishmuseum?igsh=MWJjYm91MGhqcmdqaw==LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-leavitt-034a1892?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarah.a.leavittWebsite:https://capitaljewishmuseum.org/Twitter: https://x.com/sarahaleavitt?s=21Quotes“In the realm of community upliftment, setbacks can reveal unexpected opportunities." - Kenyattah Robinson“Ordinary objects hold extraordinary tales worth sharing that resonate within our community.” - Jonathan Edleman“Every exhibit embodies a distinctive story, connecting past experiences with current inspirations.” - Sarah Leavitt, PHDFeaturing Nycci Nellishttps://www.instagram.com/nyccinellis/?hl=enhttps://www.thelistareyouonit.com/Powered by Heartcast MediaHome - Branded Podcast Agency: Your Trusted Production HouseChapters00:00 - Intro01:39 - Museum to Winery Residency Transition06:02 - Curator Chronicles and Controversies08:12 - Unveiling Curation Processes11:58 - New York Exhibit Unveiling18:25 - Transformation of Mount ...
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  • There’s Nothing Rye Here

    There’s Nothing Rye Here
    Jul 5 2024
    Welcome back to another episode for Industry Night. If you are joining me on YouTube you can see I am still here at the Capital Jewish Museum. The Capital Jewish Museum celebrates DC’s Jewish heritage — it is full of incredible stories of Jewish people from all around the world who made their way to this city and were integral in laying the foundation for the vibrant community we live in today.As you know, there is a new exhibit here the “I’ll Have What She’s Having” it explores The Jewish Deli and how American Jews imported traditions, adapted and built community through the experience of food. Not just here in DC but all around the country.Last week Joan Nathan was here with her gorgeous Challah — not a deli creation but definitely a deli staple. Who doesn't go to their local deli on Friday to pick up a challah especially if they don’t have Joan Nathan bringing them one? Now, you may go to get your bagels & a schmear at the deli but I’m always getting a pastrami on Rye — am I right?Who better to talk about Rye … Bread than with Michaele Weissman? Food writer; author; writing teacher and coach. Her first book, A History of Women in America, co-authored with her college bestie, has sold a quarter of a million copies and is still in print four decades after publication. And she was on this show probably five years ago talking her God in A Cup book - all about the multi waves of coffee and now she has written an homage to love, marriage and Latvian rye bread. It’s the Rye Bread Marriage and you’ll hear more about it in a bit.I am here while the Deli exhibit is happening I thought I’d better bring in some guys with a Deli! Jason Berry of KNEAD Hospitality + Design (you know him from Succotash, Mi Vida, Mi Casa and so many other hot spots around DC) he just opened Beresovsky’s Deli here in DCSo let’s talk Deli and Rye …Also … Two lines worth writing down found in Michaele’s book:-How do the stories we live and the stories we inherit play out in our relationships?-How do individuals learn to tolerate ethnic, religious & national differences?Guests Social Media Links:MICHAELE WEISSMAN:Instagram: https://www.instagram.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.comWebsite:https://michaeleweissmanwrites.com/JASON BERRY:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonerikberryWebsite:https://www.kneadhd.com/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-berryTwitter:https://x.com/jasonerikberry?s=21Quotes"In the pursuit of a better life, education shines as a beacon of progress, a timeless, inspiring vision of advancement." - Michaele Weissman“Realizing your spouse exists independently, not as a projection, sets the stage for a deep, meaningful bond.” - Michaele Weissman"Hospitality isn't just a passion—it's not just a job but a testament to the cherished bonds and shared meals that unite us." - Jason BerryFeaturing Nycci Nellishttps://www.instagram.com/nyccinellis/https://www.thelistareyouonit.com/Powered by Heartcast MediaHome - Branded Podcast Agency: Your Trusted Production HouseChapters00:00 - Intro01:39 - Fabulous Deli Culture Celebration03:58 - Culinary Lessons from a Tale of Food and Marriage06:26 - Impact of Jewish Community Locally and Globally11:26 - Nostalgia and Culture Revival in the City15:20 - Unveiling "New Pop-up Deli and Breakfast at Mi Casa"18:08 - Author Explores Relationships and Culinary Journeys20:29 - Stories of Food, Marriage, and Refugee Experiences23:20 - Uncovering Bread, Marriage, and Historical Tales27:01 - Cultivating Land, Intellect, and Cultural Harmony29:43 - Evolution of Latvian Traditions34:20 - Landmarks of Latvian Culture38:59 - Reflecting on Shared Experiences and Abundance39:48 - Nostalgia, Evolution, and Shifting Perspectives45:48 - Peace and Fulfillment in Writing47:52 - Coffee, Work, Social Media, Safety48:42 - OutroPowered by Heartcastmediahttp://www.heartcastmedia.com
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  • Maybe When In Doubt, Don’t Throw It Out

    Maybe When In Doubt, Don’t Throw It Out
    Jul 3 2024
    And welcome back to another episode of Industry Night. If you join me on YouTube, you will see I am in a new location this week. I am in a new location for the next four weeks and a little excited about it. Back in September, I was here at the Capital Jewish Museum for a sit down with the team to talk exhibits, architecture, and programming. And speaking of programming, the Capital Jewish Museum has this fantastic new exhibit, "I'll Have What She's Having": The Jewish Deli it explores how American Jews imported traditions, adapted, and built community through the experience of food. The Jewish deli forged an entirely new American cuisine by combining Central and Eastern European dishes with ingredients abundantly available in the United States. Growing up in NJ, my dad went to the Mark's Deli in Morristown every Sunday to pick up bagels, lox, and all the smoked fish — we had a feast every Sunday for brunch, and it was one of my favorite meals!I'm so grateful that the Capital Jewish Museum has invited me back for a full month to host Industry Night. I have some amazing guests coming in the next few weeks, including Joan Nathan, Michaelw Weissman, Beresovsky's Deli, and more. And wait until I tell you about today's panel. So, I became friendly with Zero Waste's Stephanie Miller when she joined me on Foodie & The Beast — a couple of times — she does such amazing work in the sustainability/food waste space. During our last time together, she gave me all the people she thought I should have on the show, and I was like, "Let's do a panel on Food Waste." So, thanks to Stephanie for bringing this incredible group together. I'll be chatting withStephanie Miller of Zero Waste in DCClaudia Fabiano of the U.S. Environmental Protection AgencyBen Parry from Compost CrewRachael Jackson, creator of Eat or TossAre all joining me … but first, Where I've Been:NYC Trip — Suffs the Broadway show, Pastis, Cafe Carmellini, Modern at Moma & CIA Gala afterpartyL'Avante GardeKyojinAventinoSilver Lyan — Paola Velez new book Bodega BakesOkay on to the show — let's start with … Maura Scanlon of the Capital Jewish Museum.Food Waste. I see it everywhere in my line of work. At restaurants and the massive events - the galas and fundraisers- I attend, but I also see it in my day-to-day life. Stopping at a Starbucks or the food I let spoil in my fridge. Aside from the fact that so many people go without whole nutritious food, there's also what all that leftover food does when it rots in a landfill. We all know that food waste is an issue, but maybe we don't know why or what we can do to solve it. Hello! Industry Night's Food Waste Panel!Also in the show we talked about this:https://www.washingtonpost.com/food/2024/04/15/food-waste-shop-less-cook-what-you-have/&https://www.washingtonpost.com/food/2023/04/20/how-to-reduce-food-waste/Guests Social Media Links:STEPHANIE MILLER:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/zerowasteindc?igsh=MXRoZTlxbXFtemJwaw==Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/zerowasteindcTwitter:https://x.com/zerowasteindc?s=21Website:https://www.zerowasteindc.com/CLAUDIA FABIANO:Instagram:Twitter:https://x.com/nofoodleftbhind?s=21Website:https://www.epa.gov/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claudiafabiano?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&BEN PARRY:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminparry?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appTwitter:https://x.com/mbenjaminparry?s=21Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ben.parry.75457Website:https://compostcrew.com/RACHAEL JACKSON:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/eatortoss?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/EatOrTossFBQuotes"I found inspiration in the belief that personal actions, no matter how small, shape a sustainable future for all." - Stephanie Miller"Reevaluating waste practices can lead to a sustainable, brighter future." - Claudia Fabiano"We harness the potential of every resource, turning underappreciated oil into a driving force for change." - Ben Parry"Mindful choices conserve resources and mold a sustainable future for everyone." - Rachael JacksonFeaturing Nycci Nellishttps://www.instagram.com/nyccinellis/https://www.thelistareyouonit.com/Powered by Heartcast MediaHome - Branded Podcast Agency: Your Trusted Production HouseChapters00:00 - Intro01:33 - Exploring Hospitality with Various Food Industry Guests06:30 - NYC Ventures: Events, Dining, and Discoveries12:05 - Supply Chain Challenges and Food Waste15:55 - Climate Leadership Amidst Internal Conflict23:09 - Converting Waste to Valuable Organic Goods31:30 - Seeking Food Safety Answers Online32:03 - Introducing eatertoss.com for Food Understanding38:24 - Overcoming Fear: Surprising Leftover Transformations47:19 - Landfill Management Concerns51:24 - Partnering in Food Rescue Initiatives55:09 - Composting Initiatives and Neighbor Engagement01:01:52 - Mindful Buying, Smart ...
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  • A Love of Life Through Recipes & Memories with Joan Nathan

    A Love of Life Through Recipes & Memories with Joan Nathan
    Jul 1 2024
    Welcome back to another episode for Industry Night. If you are joining me on YouTube you can see I am back at the Capital Jewish Museum and as I mentioned last week I am a little more than excited about being here. The Capital Jewish Museum celebrates DC’s Jewish heritage — it is full of incredible stories of Jewish people from all around the world who made their way to this city and were integral in laying the foundation for the vibrant community we live in today.The new exhibit, “I’ll Have What She’s Having”: The Jewish Deli explores how American Jews imported traditions, adapted and built community through the experience of food. Not just here in DC, but all around the country. The Jewish deli forged an entirely new, American cuisine by combining Central and Eastern European dishes with ingredients abundantly available in the United States.Bagels people?!Where do you think Bagels come from — and my favorite Jewish dish that is also part of the general lexicon — Matzoh Ball Soup. I have a great story about my daughter-in-law who was born in Romania and grew up in Germany — Not Jewish, No Judgement — I was helping her and my son move into a new home and she had cases and cases of matzoh ball soup mix. I was like what’s the deal with the matzoh ball soup? Is my son always sick? And she said… And I do love this… Oh, these are a delicacy from my country. And I was like, yeah — you see that language there that’s Hebrew these are a delicacy of my people.And speaking of matzoh ball soup, it is also one of Joan Nathan‘s favorite dishes. The minute she smells it, it brings her back to a specific place in time in her new fantastic memoir and cookbook My Life in Recipes: Food, Family, and Memories. Now I am bringing on this prolific writer, cookbook author and James Beard Award winner — oh and IACP award winner — I mean who better to talk about how our ancestors' trials and tribulations affect what winds up on our tables than Joan Nathan?But first, Malki Karkowsky, Chief Advancement Officer here at the Museum. Malki is one of the reasons the Deli exhibit is here and has received so much support from the Deli community.Okay! Let’s get on with the show:JOAN NATHAN is the author of twelve books, including Jewish Cooking in America and The New American Cooking, both of which won both the James Beard Award and the IACP Award, and King Solomon’s Table, which won an IACP Award and a Gourmand World Cookbook Award. She is a frequent contributor to The New York Times and other publications. She lives in Washington, DC, but her heart belongs in Martha's Vineyard. And I am so thrilled to have her with me today to talk about EVERYTHINGGuests Social Media Links:JOAN NATHANInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/joan_nathan/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JewishCookingWebsite: http://joannathan.com/Twitter: https://x.com/joan_nathan?s=21Quotes"The deli experience defined my childhood, encapsulating cherished memories and flavors that shaped me." - Joan NathanFeaturing Nycci Nellishttps://www.instagram.com/nyccinellis/https://www.thelistareyouonit.com/Powered by Heartcast MediaHome - Branded Podcast Agency: Your Trusted Production HouseChapters00:00 - Intro01:47 - Bagels, Matzo Balls, and Cross-Cultural Exchange03:43 - Embracing Passion for Matzo Ball Soup09:48 - New Memoir Cookbook Excitement11:56 - Pre-Hitler Jewish Life in Small German Towns13:32 - Family Roots and Generational Traditions19:12 - Learning French in War-Torn Germany20:35 - Peace Corps Inspiration for Israel Trip24:13 - Writing on Boston's Ethnic Groups30:26 - Celebrating Cultural Cuisines Publicly33:53 - Misadventures in Cookbook Research38:50 - Memories in Memoirs and Connections39:34 - Chance Encounters with Notable Guests46:39 - OutroPowered by Heartcastmedia
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    48 mins
  • Behind The Glitz & Glamour of a Magazine Publisher

    Behind The Glitz & Glamour of a Magazine Publisher
    Jun 6 2024
    Hello and welcome to another episode of Industry Night with me Nycci Nellis. So it’s taken me a few days to get back into the thick of things after my trip to Barcelona — I don’t usually suffer from jet lag. And my sleeping and exercising were on target but I have been loath to really go out and be about. BUT all of that is about to change cause we are rolling into May in DC and boy is there a lot to do, eat, play - so so much. And look where I am today. My current residency is with Peter Chang’s Restaurants. You know Peter Chang? Once coined the restless chef — because area foodies would follow him all around the region to get one of chef’s famous Sichuan dishes. We are back in Chang Chang today one of Chef’s most recent openings and the very first one in DC. Last week we talked with Lydia Chang about her family and their incredible story from leaving China, to working at the Chinese Embassy to staying here now having over 16 restaurants. I’m so grateful to Lydia for making this residency happen and in a bit I’ll be talking with Jen Lin-Liu event director at Chang Chang. There is a massive catering arm of the restaurant — they do family style dinners and wine events here. Jen is going to fill us in on all of that. And then later in the show I am so excited to talk with todays guest. I’ll be chatting with Jessica Powers — you know her as the style setting Publisher of DC Magazine. We are going to get into the story of how all those glossies came to DC and how DC Mag maintained its presence. I see food, fashion and party hopping chats in our future.


    But first - Where have I been


    -I’ve been cooking — family in town — Chicken Saltimbocca, Lemon dressed Char, Chicken Provencal, Flourless chocolate cake


    -Ceibo — I popped into Ceibo, a spot that draws its inspiration from South America with a special focus on Uruguay. Brothers Manuel and Juan Oliveras have divvied up the duties with Manuel offering his incredible experience in wine and hospitality in the front of the house and in the back of the house, Chef Juan is serving his recently launched spring menu that features an incredible array of beautifully plated and tasty dishes


    And Nobu — Yes that Nobu was in town. I was literally eating out of his hands


    Not long after I launched TheListAreYouOnIt — the glossies came to town. DC Modern Luxury, DC Style, Capitol File … the city’s nightlife changes overnight with sexy parties and store openings. It was so much fun — now this is all pre insta — but as social media picked up so did the power of these publications. Now DC Style did not last long, and I’m not sure what went down with Cap File & DC — but I’ve got Jessica Powers Volz with me to today. And we are going to talk about all the glitz and glamour. How is it that a magazine creates experiences that happen off the page?


    Guests Social Media Links:
    Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessalacart?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==
    Business Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dcmagazine?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==
    Website: https://dc.capitolfile.com


    Featuring Nycci Nellis
    https://www.instagram.com/nyccinellis/https://www.thelistareyouonit.com/

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    48 mins
  • Is That A Napa Valley Wine In Your Glass?

    Is That A Napa Valley Wine In Your Glass?
    May 30 2024
    Welcome back to another episode for Industry Night. If you are joining me on YouTube you can see I am in a new location this week. Taking a break from the Peter Chang Family Restaurants where I will be back next week in their brand new location Ni Hao. And have I mentioned yet that the month of May I’ll be recording at the Capital Jewish Museum? I am — they have a new exhibit on Deli Culture - I’ll have what she's having - and they are hosting Industry Night there for the month. AND THEN — I’ll be out at Barrel and Oak Winery in Delaplane for the month of June. I’m just a tad excited about all these amazing people and places who are hosting Industry Night including where I am now. So today we are at the Urban Grape in Shaw. The Urban Grape is one of the country’s most successful independently owned wine stores, recently opened in D.C and is America’s largest certified Black-owned beverage retailer, they thoughtfully curated wine, beer and spirits with an emphasis on representation for diverse makers, regions and varieties. I’ll be talking to old friend, Kat Dean AND THEN — I am so excited. Every year, for the last 5 years? I have had the pleasure of having the Napa Valley Vintners & Napa Valley Winemakers on my show. Such an amazing opportunity to talk to the makers, the farmers, the producers and get an insider look on the nature of the wine business, what is going into the bottle at this moment, what are the pressing issues that are affecting their businesses and what are they pouring into my glass right now?!Michelle NoviCounsel and Sr. Director of Industry RelationsNapa Valley VintnersKellie DuckhornGeneral ManagerBaldacci Family VineyardsMalek Amrani (Mal -ick)Founder & WinemakerThe Vice WinesAre all joining me … but first Where I’ve Been:-WHCD Party at the National Women’s Museum - thanks to DC Magazine-Casa Teresa-Cranes x Crimson Lane Wines-WineLair - new and improved-Quick round trip to Philly to revisit Royal IzakayaOkay into the show — let’s start with … of Urban GrapeGuests Social Media Links:KELLIE DUCKHORN:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baldacciwinery?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/baldacciwineryMALEK AMRANI:Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/malekamrani?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Business Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thevicewine?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevicenapaWebsite: https://www.thevicewine.com/Twitter: https://x.com/thevicewineMICHELLE NOVI:Business Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/napavintners?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NapaVintners/Twitter: https://x.com/NapaVintnersQuotes"My goal is to not only make great Napa Valley wines accessible but also to reveal the diverse sub-regions and varieties that make Napa uniquely rich." - Malek Amrani"Some grapes are affected by brief smoke exposure, others are not; we need to unravel this puzzle to understand the dynamics." - Michelle Novi"The joy of being state-grown and sourcing our food from consistent vineyards is the pleasure of tasting across different vintages." - Kellie DuckhornFeaturing Nycci Nellishttps://www.instagram.com/nyccinellis/https://www.thelistareyouonit.com/Powered by Heartcast MediaHome - Branded Podcast Agency: Your Trusted Production HouseChapters00:00 - Intro00:19 - Overview of 'Foodie and the Beast' Show Guests04:00 - Exploring Stories of Farmers and Winemakers07:02 - Wine Selections Organized by Region11:31 - Profiles of Young Wines and an Evolving Wine Club14:55 - Support Industries and Agriculture in Winemaking17:44 - Key Messages for Consumer Education21:18 - Journey from Jeep Drives to Wine Sales23:36 - Wine Export to Shanghai and Marketing Insights28:31 - Searching for Napa's High-Quality, Affordable Wines30:52 - Napa Winemaker Manages 26 Vineyards, Discusses Wine Traits33:06 - Virginia's Viognier Success and Other Grape Challenges38:22 - Exploring Various Depictions of Rosie42:42 - Vineyard Challenges and Available Certifications43:40 - Business Priorities and Member Care with NBB48:52 - Strategies for Brand and Wine Expansion50:08 - Discussing Napa's Legacy and Future in Wine Diversity55:23 - Napa Valley Wines: Distinctly Terroir-Driven56:40 - Annual Collection Offers a Decade of Vintage Tastings59:29 - OutroPowered by Heartcastmedia
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  • This is How Your Garden Grows

    This is How Your Garden Grows
    May 23 2024
    Hey All and thanks for joining me again on the latest Industry Night I’ve been traveling the last few weeks so I am excited to be back on air annnnd in my new residency. The next few weeks I’ll be hanging out in some of Peter Chang’s Restaurants. You know Peter Chang? Once coined the restless chef — because area foodies would follow him all around the region to get one of chef’s famous Sichuan dishes. This week I am starting off in Chang Chang one of Chef’s most recent openings and the very first one in DC. Peter Chang and his family have such an incredible story from leaving China, to working at the Chinese Embassy to staying here with his family and now having over 16 restaurants. I’m so grateful to chef’s daughter and business partner, Lydia Chang for inviting me into her fantastic restaurants to record the show and share her family’s journey. I will be talking to Lydia in just a sec and then later in the show I am so excited to talk with todays guest. I’ll be chatting with Kathy Jentz editor/publisher of Washington Gardener. I mean hello people it’s planting season! Who better to help our garden’s grow than Kathy?But first .. where have I been traveling?-Barcelona-James Beard Finalists Announcements here in DC at the Waldorf-Lunch at Bazaar-Dinner at Cucina Morini-AlfredaGuests Social Media Links:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdcgardener?igsh=Zjl5MXU1ZGw3azZtBusiness Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WashingtonGardenerMagazine?wtsid=rdr_0UXbH5d6Wqf661xpvPersonal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/washington.gardener/Twitter: https://x.com/wdcgardener?s=21Pinterest: https://pin.it/4N6htWMsGWashington Gardener TikTok Account:https://www.tiktok.com/@wdcgardenerWashington Gardener Youtube:www.youtube.com/washingtongardenermagazineWashington Gardener Store:www.amazon.com/shop/wdcgardenerWashington Gardener Podcast: GardenDChttps://anchor.fm/gardendc/Washington Gardener Blog:www.washingtongardener.blogspot.comWashington Gardener Archives:http://issuu.com/washingtongardenerWashington Gardener Discussion Group:https://groups.google.com/g/washingtongardener/-To join, send an email to - washingtongardener+subscribe@googlegroups.comFeaturing Nycci Nellishttps://www.instagram.com/nyccinellis/https://www.thelistareyouonit.com/Chapters00:00 - Intro00:35 - Gardening Tips and Personal Insights04:21 - Celebrations and Dining Excellence in DC09:24 - Dual Menu Options at the Restaurant12:14 - COVID-19 and New Restaurant Space Opportunities14:52 - Kathy Gents: Success in Editing and Writing18:28 - Developing a Gardening Editorial Perspective20:03 - Gardening Insights for the Mid Atlantic22:59 - Evolution from Recipe Reluctance to Sharing26:35 - Gardening News, Events, and YouTube Features31:39 - Understanding Bee Populations and Pollination32:25 - The Rise of Beekeeping and Its Impact on Native Species36:55 - Traditional Potato Preservation Techniques41:08 - Tips: Storing and Planting Potatoes41:46 - Indoor Plant Care for Beginners46:02 - Weekly Houseplant Care with Liquid Fertilizer49:14 - OutroProduced by Heartcast Media http://www.heartcastmedia.com
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  • So You Want To Be The DC Mayor of Nightlife

    So You Want To Be The DC Mayor of Nightlife
    May 16 2024
    Hey all, and thanks for joining me again. Delighted to be here for my last in-person show at Tony & Joe's. I am so grateful to Greg Casten and his team here for supporting my work and hosting this show, which requires work. The team needs a space to set up, turn the music down, and allow for good light. I always need a massive amount of hot water and tea, and everyone here at Tony & Joe's is always so accommodating! Hospitality is alive and well at Tony & Joe's. As I have mentioned on every show here — once patio season starts — Tony & Joe's is one of the go-to patios in D.C. Get here early on a nice day if you want prime seating on the sparkling Potomac water, watching the boats go by. So special thanks, as always, to Greg Casten for being such a tremendous supporter of me, this show, and my work.Later in the show, I'll be chatting with the mayor of nightlife — Salah Czapary. How does one become a Mayor of nightlife, and what is it that they do? Cause to this aging club girl, it sounds like a dream gig. But it can't all be house music and shots, right? I think Salah will burst my bubble and tell me there's none of that. Salah has a fascinating background; he is a D.C. native and the son of immigrants. He spent over a decade leading community outreach initiatives and engaging with the nightlife community — he is a former D.C. police officer, and he did run as a candidate for Ward 1's D.C. Council seat — but did not make it over the finish line. But all things happen for a reason, right?But first a little on where I've been:Brunch at Anju on Sunday. So I don't usually go to brunch because I'm out for so many lunches and dinners. Anju might change me. Black Garlic Caesar, the horseradish bloody mary, and my favorite dish that I am not going to try to pronounce, but let me explain it- chewy rice cakes like gnocchi, smothered in mozzarella with a hint of spicy tomato sauce — has my name all over it.I joined Parisian journalist Marine Sanclemete at the top of the Pendry Hotel at The Wharf for beautiful views, snacks of sushi and chatted D.C. She is doing a 10page spread for Le Figaro Magazine. Her photographer, Eric took a bunch of photos, who knows! Maybe I'll be a hit in Paris?Stopped by the Latvian Embassy - cause that's what you do when you live in D.C. — for Micaehle Weissman's book launch - The Rye Bread Marriage. A wonderful book about rye bread and marriage. Really.Okay, enough about me. On October 18, 2018 Mayor Bowser signed the "Office and Commission of Nightlife Establishment Act of 2017," establishing the District's first Office of Nightlife and Culture. The role was previously held by good friend Shawn Townsend, now the head of RAMW and then Solana Vander Nat. Aside from taking care of our city nightlife - you should know that Salah is a graduate of the Metropolitan Police Academy; he completed a Fellowship in Innovative Policing at Georgetown Law Center, the Program for Excellence in Municipal Management through George Washington University. AND he is completing his Master's Degree in Homeland Security and National Defense at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California. so he is busy.Quotes"Transition to a comprehensive approach, moving us closer to our vision despite yearly reevaluation challenges." - Salah Czapary"Adapting to the changing landscape ensures a more compassionate and effective approach." - Salah CzaparyFeatured GuestSalah CzaparyPersonal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/czapary/Personal Twitter: https://twitter.com/czapary?s=21Business Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/dcmonc/?igsh=eDN5cmdzaWJmZTJ2Business Twitter: https://x.com/dcmonc?s=21Featuring Nycci Nellishttps://www.instagram.com/nyccinellis/https://www.thelistareyouonit.com/Powered by Heartcast MediaHome - Branded Podcast Agency: Your Trusted Production HouseChapters00:00 - Introduction09:17 - Parental Expectations and Career Choices11:52 - Community Engagement in Varied Locations17:38 - Public Events with Light Regulation25:34 - Creating Safe Spaces29:59 - DC's Rich Educational and Career Prospects34:33 - Vibrant City Life and Diverse Culture36:29 - Collaborative Promotion of City Events41:28 - Support for Mental Health and Homeless Communities44:53 - Phased Minimum Wage Increase Strategy47:21 - Service Complaints and Gratitude at Tony and Joe's51:39 - OutroPowered by Heartcastmedia
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