Chef Talk by Thompson Hospitality

On this episode of Chef Talk, our panel discussion will highlight hospitality professionals and business owners who are making groundbreaking strides in the industry. Special guests include Rodeny Ruffin and Dr. Erinn Tucker.

The issue of food insecurity is more common than we think and affects the lives of those within our own communities. On this episode of Chef Talk, we will discuss food insecurity in our communities and share ways for you to join the fight against it. Our special guest from Feeding America will provide insight into what it means to suffer from food insecurity and offer resources to those who may be in need.

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Thompson Hospitality supports the individuals, families and healthcare workers who are affected by the disease each day. On this special segment of Chef Talk, we'll share ways that you can help make a difference this month in an effort raise awareness on a disease that continues to affect the lives of millions. Additionally, we hope to encourage viewers to consider regular health screenings in order to assist in the early detection of breast cancer.

In honor of Thompson Hospitality’s Self-Care September, this Chef Talk discussion will define the true meaning of self-care and encourage students to implement self-love practices in their everyday lives. While practicing self-care can be challenging for some, it’s important to remember how crucial it is to develop a positive relationship with yourself. Our special guests will share simple, everyday actions that students can take to improve their mental, emotional and physical well-being.

In honor of Thompson Hospitality’s Self-Care September, this Chef Talk discussion will define the true meaning of self-care and encourage students to implement self-love practices in their everyday lives. While practicing self-care can be challenging for some, it’s important to remember how crucial it is to develop a positive relationship with yourself. Our special guests will share simple, everyday actions that students can take to improve their mental, emotional and physical well-being.

In honor of Thompson Hospitality’s Self-Care September, this Chef Talk discussion will define the true meaning of self-care and encourage students to implement self-love practices in their everyday lives. While practicing self-care can be challenging for some, it’s important to remember how crucial it is to develop a positive relationship with yourself. Our special guests will share simple, everyday actions that students can take to improve their mental, emotional and physical well-being.

Believe it or not, eating well and taking care of your body is a luxury that we all can obtain. By simply understanding your body’s natural rhythm and cues, you can be well on your way to adopting a new and much healthier lifestyle. This episode of Chef Talk will discuss intuitive eating in order to help you become an expert on your body and its hunger signals. Special guest Patience Owunwanne will join us in defining intuitive eating and sharing practices that you can implement in order to establish a diet that works best for you and cultivate a healthy relationship with food.

In this episode of Chef Talks, Executive Chef Herman Davis of Oakwood University, talks about understanding what it means to be vegan, the art of vegan cooking and common misconceptions about having a vegan diet.

On this episode of Chef Talk: The Art of Women in Hospitality, we will be honoring Women's History Month by hosting a special panel discussion on women working in hospitality. As the hospitality industry continues to grow, women are continuing to secure key leadership positions within their respective organizations. Our guest panelists will discuss challenges they've faced as women in hospitality as well as advice for women looking to work in industry. Through this important discussion, we hope to inspire women to continuously strive to break the glass ceiling of any industry that they're in.

Chef Talk is back with its second season!!! We're kicking off this season celebrating Black History Month by honoring Black Influence on American Cuisine & The Hospitality Industry. In today's episode we sit down with four rising hospitality four runners paving the way in their respective industries. You'll learn from their experiences as black enterprise and entrepreneurial leaders, gain insight on the direction that the industry is going and receive inspiration to lead the way in with your BIG dreams.   

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