Figuratively Feasting

James and Simeon chat with their good friend Magdalena Mieczkowska - a wedding planner, designer and all around true talent about her upbringing, the industry and the crazy stories that come with it. 

James and Simeon discuss the art of preserving foods. Join us as we dive deep with a poisonous shark, various molds, charcuterie and fermentation. 

Simeon and James talk about what has inspired them on their journeys through their personal and professional lives, war stories, people that helped them stay on their course and how you might want to reach out to those heroes in your life. 

James and Simeon share stories of trauma endured through the hospitality industry as well as some helpful tips on how to manage stress during this Covid era. 

Simeon and James dig deep into the topic of what it means to eat meat and how do we justify what it takes for the steak to get to your plate.  Listen in as they share very personal stories that that hit them hard. 

James Gop and Simeon Bittman discuss the interesting history of one of our favorite fruits, The Tomato

James Gop and Simeon Bittman are both Berkshire based Chefs, thinkers and voices in their community. This inaugural podcast allows you to get to know them both a bit more and leaves you with a taste of what's to come. 

James Gop of Heirloom Fire and Simeon Bittman discuss the history of open fire cooking and recipes they implement