A customer using Pederson’s products in his restaurant – Cowboy Chef Mike Newton displays his culinary skill in Stephenville, TX at his restaurant, Newton at THE CELLAR. Chef Newton sits on the final table judging panel at Bacon Bash Texas and always seems to find a way to raise just a little more $$$$.

Fun fact: Cowboy Chef Newton was a contestant on MasterChef season 8…those Damn Caviar!

(1:41) - Introducing Chef Newton & Newton at the Cellar

(5:28) - What makes local suppliers important to you?

(8:07) - The future or agriculture

(9:39) - The balance of local growers & high quality product

(12:24) - Pederson’s striving to be a resource to their vendors

(13:53) - People won’t remember what you said but how you made them feel

(14:30) - Creating the aesthetic of a restaurant

(17:08) - How is Newton as the Cellar navigating the world today to stay in business?

(19:45) - The importance of sustainability

(20:52) - Chef Newton’s incredible Palate

(23:42) - Bacon Bash Texas!

(25:56) - Mike’s early life and mistakes he made

(26:45) - Pederson’s goal of sharing information to everyone and highlighting our amazing partners

Pederson's Natural Farms Podcast is produced by Straight Up Podcasts & Root and Roam.