That's Food

The culinary space has always been considered a form of art. But how do sports, education, and calculations fit into art? We are going to dive in and find out in this week's episode. That's Food podcast host @moiraesofsun from @tomatowheels chats with Founder Wassim Daoud @Plated.Art on his experience with food and how he came to launching his own culinary endeavor amidst a pandemic.  

Coffee culture in Edmonton is changing. Consumers are becoming more conscientious of where their coffee comes from and its taste. So to explore the (local) world of coffee, podcast producer Saveta Cartwright sits down with Santiago, the owner of @TheColombianYEG over a cup of coffee, to talk about the coffee business.

Did you know that 69% of millennials take a picture or video of their food before eating? 

Food Instagram culture is real. In today's episode podcast producer Melania Antoszko delved deeper into the hidden art of food Instagrams. She sat down with Queenie from @eatwithqueens and talked about what it takes to be a food influencer, the day-to-day behind-the-scenes of running a food Instagram page, and how to take the perfect, mouthwatering food pic. 

Macarons are a popular dessert choice. What's not to love about them? They're dainty, come in a rainbow of colors and flavours, and have delicious fillings in them. But did you know that they're also naturally gluten-free? So for everyone on a GF diet, this one's for you. You can finally go to a bakery and enjoy a treat with your friends! In this episode, podcast producer Saveta Cartwright compares macarons from three bakeshops in Edmonton. Which shop has the best macarons? Let's find out!

Among all the food and diet trends, there seems to be one that constantly dominates the charts for all ages alike: quick meals. Today, podcast producer Sophie Cabungcal investigates the validity of these food "hacks" to see if they're not only worth your time, but if they create food that is in close resemblance, or even better, than the original recipe. She holds a taste test with a few friends in the battle of baked vs non-baked goods and chats with @momof3yeg about efficiency in the kitchen to determine who the true winner is.

Vegan! Vegetarian! Flexitarian! They are becoming more than just buzz words that are finding their way into our social media feeds, as more people are adapting and choosing these alternative lifestyles. That's Food podcast host @moiraesofsun from @tomatowheels chats with Founder Holly Holt from @SheCooksYEG to explore her background, experience with food, and how she came to launching her plant-based catering business amidst a pandemic. 

Cinnamon buns have a special place in the hearts of many Albertans. From the mythical cinnamon bird to the Pillsbury dough boy to a naming convention kerfuffle, podcast producer Kimberly Gorgichuk takes a look at the history of cinnamon buns and their storied legacy in Edmonton and at the University of Alberta. Then, take a trip around town as she tries to find the best ones in Edmonton while also figuring out what makes cinnamon buns so special.

Canada is the world’s largest producer and exporter of peas—almost all of which come from the Prairies. When you explore your backyard with fresh eyes, there’s no telling what you might find. That's Food podcast host Moirae Choquette from Tomato Wheels chats with Founder Faaiza Ramji from Field Notes to explore their expression of the hidden wonders of the Canadian Prairies and what jackpot they found in peas! 

What is the importance of connecting with your food? 

Podcast Producer Melania Antoszko invited Maryann Borch from Good Note Community Farm to speak on homesteading and regenerative agriculture. They spoke about her journey to farming, regenerative practices she follows at Good Note Community Farm, and ways that you can learn more about where your food comes from. 

Links mentioned in the episode: 

• Good Note Community Farm: https://www.goodnote.ca/
• Edmonton Community Gardens: https://www.edmonton.ca/residential_neighbourhoods/gardens_lawns_trees/community-gardens 
• Edmonton Seedy Sunday: http://www.edmontonseedysunday.org/ 
• University of Alberta Community Garden: https://www.ualberta.ca/sustainability/experiential/community-gardens.html 
• Veg in Yeg: https://veginyeg.ca/ 
• Edmonton Urban Farm: https://albertaopenfarmdays.ca/farm/northlands-urban-farm-2/ 
• Shrubscriber: https://www.shrubscriber.com/ 

The 1-hour special Fundrive episode includes 3 fun and engaging segments. 

• Love breakfast food? Starting off with the first segment, That’s Food Podcast Producers competing against the clock to make the best breakfast sandwich. 
• Coffee > breakfast? Following that, follow our Podcast Producers as they try 4 coffee places on the University of Alberta campus. Where can you get the best coffee? Listen to find out...
• Is breakfast the most important meal of the day? The last segment is a special re-run of our very first episode from Kyla Wong, That’s Food Podcaster Alumna, on the importance (or not so much) of breakfast.

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