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One of the ways we can go behind the scenes of the sustainable food industry is to follow the money and when there’s an investor who puts his money where his health is the conversation gets really interesting.

In this episode you’ll hear Mike Fata share his personal health transformation that led him to lose 100 pounds; plus you’ll learn about how he pioneered the hemp seed industry and champions natural, organic, functional foods in North America.

Mike wears a lot of hats – he’s a food business founder, entrepreneur, investor, consultant, coach, and now author. His story is a testament to the power of change, innovation, and resilience… and you’re going to love listening in on this conversation.

Here’s some important links if you're curious about Mike and his work:

Website:
https://www.mikefata.ca/

Book (Amazon.ca):
https://www.amazon.ca/Grow-Unconventional-Becoming-Unstoppable-Entrepreneur/dp/1774583410

Book (Amazon.com):
https://www.amazon.com/Grow-Unconventional-Becoming-Unstoppable-Entrepreneur/dp/1774583410

Mike's Food Investments:
https://itsblume.com/
https://www.lovegoodfats.ca/
https://purplesful.com/
https://nutsforcheese.com/
https://www.middaysquares.com/
https://solcuisine.com/
https://manitobaharvest.ca/
https://dreampops.com/
https://richardsrainwater.com/
https://ommushrooms.com/

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/themikefata/

LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/themikefata/

Thanks for listening! If you want to put your name into our monthly draw for a $250 grocery gift card just head over to www.aisle42podcast.com — your name stays in the draw until you win and we’ll email with the scoop on guests and their sustainable brands.

This podcast is brought to you by www.ethicalfoodgroup.com.

Dive into the world of dairy-free cheese, a culinary favorite for many. The horizon of plant-based alternatives is expanding and in this episode we're shining a spotlight on the innovative brand Nuts for Cheese. 

Go behind-the-scenes with Margaret Coons, a trailblazing vegan chef entrepreneur, and artisanal cheese creator. Discover her delectable range of dairy-free, organic cheeses and butters that are revolutionizing grocery aisles. We delve into how plant-based cuisine not only caters to inclusivity but also enhances the culinary experiences of non-vegans, proving that flavour reigns supreme. 

Gain insights from Margaret on her dedication to sustainability and the bright future of the plant-based sector in creating beneficial products for both people and the planet.

Here’s some important links for all you diary-free fans out there:

Website & Store Locator:

https://nutsforcheese.com

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/nutsforcheese

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/nutsforcheese

Pinterest:

https://www.pinterest.ca/nutsforcheese

TikTok:

https://www.tiktok.com/@nutsforcheese

Thanks for listening! Don't forget to put your name into our monthly draw for a $250 grocery gift card at www.aisle42podcast.com — your name stays in the draw until you win and we’ll email with the scoop on guests and their sustainable brands.

This podcast is brought to you by www.ethicalfoodgroup.com.

Looking for a healthy, high-protein, flavour-packed snack? Three Farmers Foods makes really delicious air-popped, allergen-free snacks from Canadian-grown chickpeas, lentils, and fava beans, and yes, they even cover some of them in chocolate!

In this episode you'll hear co-founder and CEO Natasha Vandenhurk talk about the role of farmers in the food value chain, the art of flavour formulation, the scoop on non-GMO certifications, the dire need for sustainable agriculture, and ways our food system can change for the better. The future of food (and airline snacking) is brighter because of farmers who are committed to bringing minimally processed ingredients to grocery store shelves.

Here’s some important links for all you roasted, pulse-protein lovers out there:

Website & Store Locator:

https://threefarmers.ca

Sustainable Video:

https://threefarmers.ca/pages/sustainable-farming

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/threefarmersfoods

Instagram:

https://instagram.com/threefarmersfoods

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Thanks for listening! If you want to put your name into our monthly draw for a $250 grocery gift card just head over to www.aisle42podcast.com — your name stays in the draw until you win and we’ll email with the scoop on guests and their sustainable brands.

This podcast is brought to you by www.ethicalfoodgroup.com.

Organic oats for the win! Go behind the scenes with Canada’s first B Corp Certified snack bar brand. Listen as Sheena Russell, the founder of Made With Local, tells Corwin Hiebert about their commitment to making delicious snacks for people and positively impacting the planet.

In this episode, you'll learn how they source fresh, better-tasting ingredients from local farmers, how they started at a farmer's market, how they've worked with social enterprise kitchens and now make their own snack bars, and how they counteract greenwashing by being transparent and accountable with B Corp. The future of food (and on-the-go snacking) looks brighter thanks to the hardworking team at Made With Local.

Sheena cares deeply about the planet, the food they make, and the people they make it for. You're going to love this episode.

Here’s some important links for all you organic oat snacking loving out there:

Website & Store Locator:

https://www.madewithlocal.com

Certifications & Associations:

https://www.bcorporation.net

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/madewithlocal

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/madewithlocal

TikTok:

https://tiktok.com/@madewithlocal

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Thanks for listening! If you want to put your name into our monthly draw for a $250 grocery gift card just head over to www.aisle42podcast.com — your name stays in the draw until you win and we’ll email with the scoop on guests and their sustainable brands.

This podcast is brought to you by www.ethicalfoodgroup.com.

Love coconut? You’re in luck. Listen in as Corwin Hiebert talks with Ben Mand from Harmless Harvest — a wonderful team of people who are deeply committed to sourcing organic ingredients and investing into regenerative farming practices to create better tasting functional plant-based beverages and yogurts.

In this episode you’ll learn how sustainable coconut farming, upcycling, zero-waste initiatives and inspired product innovation are the keys to making foodstuff that’s good for people and the planet. Ben is a smart, passionate, and driven food executive that really cares about the future of food.

There’s a lot more to Harmless Harvest than flavoured water, their product line-up includes coconut yogurt, drinkable yogurts, coconut water with pulp, smoothies, and coming soon… sparkling coconut water—that’s a first, in the world!

Here’s some important links for all you coconut lovers out there:

Website & Store Locator:

https://harmlessharvest.com

Certifications & Associations:

https://www.usda.gov/topics/organic

https://www.fairforlife.org

Regenerative Coconuts Agriculture Project (ReCAP) Video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aI_x1CjNjdE

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/harmlessharvest

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/harmlessharvest

TikTok:

https://tiktok.com/@harmlessharvest

YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/c/Harmlessharvest

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Thanks for listening! If you want to put your name into our monthly draw for a $250 grocery gift card just head over to www.aisle42podcast.com — your name stays in the draw until you win and we’ll email with the scoop on guests and their sustainable brands.

This podcast is brought to you by www.ethicalfoodgroup.com.

This is the kickoff episode where Corwin Hiebert talks with Suzie Yorke — the powerhouse entrepreneur behind Love Good Fats, and her latest venture, FourX Better Chocolate. 

If you love functional chocolate, you’re going to love listening in as Suzie takes us behind the scenes of the wild world of low-sugar, healthy-fat treats. Besides, as an 11-time Ironman athlete, she knows a thing or two about power-snacking! But she doesn’t stop at guilt-free indulgences. She’s also passionate about the benefits of Bean to Bar single origin fair-trade certified chocolate. Mmmm. Delicious.

Some highlights of FourX Better Chocolate include its formulation to decrease stress, bolster energy, and its gluten-free, soy-free, and keto-friendly nature. Functional ingredients include prebiotics, soluble corn fibre, antioxidants, vitamins and MCT oil.

Here’s some important links for all you chocolate lovers out there:

Website & Store Locator (CA): 

https://thebetterchocolates.ca

Website & Store Locator (US): 

https://thebetterchocolates.com

Certifications & Associations: 

https://fairtrade.ca

https://buywomenowned.com

Facebook: 

https://www.facebook.com/thebetterchocolates

Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/thebetterchocolates

TikTok: 

https://www.tiktok.com/@thebetterchocolates

Book: 

https://suzieschocolate.com/products/chocolate

Thanks for listening! If you want to put your name into our monthly draw for a $250 grocery gift card just head over to www.aisle42podcast.com — your name stays in the draw until you win and we’ll email with the scoop on guests and their sustainable brands.

This podcast is brought to you by www.ethicalfoodgroup.com.