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In part II of this episode, we delve into the personal and culinary journey of chef Andrea Murdoch, who discovered a stronger connection to her indigenous heritage, leading to becoming an indigenous chef.

 Here are the highlights:
Rediscovering Identity:
•She reflects on her turbulent marriage, when faced with psychological challenges, but found solace in a personal and cultural journey.
Culinary Education:
•Attended the Culinary Institute of America (CIA), transitioning from baking and pastry arts to culinary arts.
•The CIA's rigorous and disciplined program, often compared to the West Point of the culinary world, emphasized excellence and professionalism.
Leaving the Day Job:
•Overwhelmed with responsibilities, including running a business, writing a book, and volunteering, and decided to take a mental health break.
•Through the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), they rented a cabin to decompress and ultimately left their day job, supported by a compassionate boss.
Passion for Indigenizing Cuisine:
•She expresses a love for Italian food and rustic soul food from various cultures.
•She creates unique recipes by incorporating indigenous ingredients and flavors, sharing their expertise with curious diners.
Teaching at Navajo Technical University:
•Her experiences as a guest teacher at the university have been transformative and rewarding.
•Initially reserved, the students have grown more confident, actively engaging with rapid-fire questions about their culinary expertise.
Nurturing Autonomy and Community:
•Located near the Navajo reservation, the university's students strive to make positive changes in the local communities.
Join us as we explore the personal and culinary journey of chef Andrea Murdoch, and her passion for indigenizing cuisine, and the impact on students at Navajo Technical University.

Connect with Chef Andrea Murdoch
Website: https://fourdirectionscuisine.com
Instagram: @fourdirectionscuisine 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fourdirectionscuisine

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In part I of this Clubhouse episode, Chef Andrea Murdoch shares her early food memories from El Salvador and Guatemala, where she discovered the incredible flavors and freshness of ingredients. She recalls the joy of picking and enjoying lemons straight from a neighbor's tree, and the unforgettable experience of freshly squeezed juices at a market in Guatemala.

Inspired by these memories, Chef Andrea created CityWalk, a delectable dessert for a fundraising dinner. The dish features a deconstructed chocolate ganache made with creamy coconut milk, accompanied by a vibrant carrot orange jelly and curd. Adding a unique twist, she incorporates the traditional concha bread as both a crumble and a distinct element in the dessert.

Throughout the conversation, Chef Andrea highlights the importance of sharing personal stories as a means of inspiration and connection. She believes that hearing about others' journeys, especially those who have overcome challenges, can empower and resonate with individuals.

Join us as we delve into Chef Andrea Murdoch's culinary odyssey and explore the profound impact of her personal experiences on her culinary creations.

Connect with Chef Andrea Murdoch
Website: https://fourdirectionscuisine.com

Instagram: @fourdirectionscuisine 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fourdirectionscuisine

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• Meet Renee, a Seattle area native, whose journey began as a young teenager working in the restaurant industry.
• Starting as a hostess in a local bar and grill in Woodinville, Renee quickly developed a passion for people, creating memorable experiences, and recognizing the significance of a place.
• Her time in the restaurant industry taught her the value of attentive service and the importance of anticipating the unspoken needs of guests.
• After high school, Renee ventured into the world of commercial real estate, initially taking on an entry-level job answering phones.
• Over the course of 25 years, she climbed the ranks and eventually retired as the Vice President of Human Resources and Organizational Development for a prominent Pacific Northwest firm that she played a pivotal role in establishing in 2006.
• When Renee and her partner began envisioning their ideal life together, their dream took shape in the form of Our Legacy Fields Lavender Farm.
• Their goal was to lead a purposeful life, prioritizing the things that truly mattered to them, and stepping away from the stress of big city jobs and lifestyles.
• In 2017, an opportunity arose to purchase Renee's grandparents' retired horse farm, providing the perfect foundation for their lavender farm vision.
• The COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 accelerated their plans, prompting Renee and her partner to sell their home near downtown Seattle and relocate their family to Stanwood, WA.
• With a deep sense of purpose and a vision to create a lavender farm for their loved ones and community, they officially opened the gates of Our Legacy Fields Lavender Farm in 2021.
• The fulfillment and joy they have experienced since embarking on this endeavor have surpassed their wildest expectations, making the lavender farm a cherished destination for all.

Website: https://ourlegacyfields.com/
IG: @ourlegacyfields
Facebook: ourlegacyfieldslavende

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• Meet Renee, a Seattle area native, whose journey began as a young teenager working in the restaurant industry.
• Starting as a hostess in a local bar and grill in Woodinville, Renee quickly developed a passion for people, creating memorable experiences, and recognizing the significance of a place.
• Her time in the restaurant industry taught her the value of attentive service and the importance of anticipating the unspoken needs of guests.
• After high school, Renee ventured into the world of commercial real estate, initially taking on an entry-level job answering phones.
• Over the course of 25 years, she climbed the ranks and eventually retired as the Vice President of Human Resources and Organizational Development for a prominent Pacific Northwest firm that she played a pivotal role in establishing in 2006.
• When Renee and her partner began envisioning their ideal life together, their dream took shape in the form of Our Legacy Fields Lavender Farm.
• Their goal was to lead a purposeful life, prioritizing the things that truly mattered to them, and stepping away from the stress of big city jobs and lifestyles.
• In 2017, an opportunity arose to purchase Renee's grandparents' retired horse farm, providing the perfect foundation for their lavender farm vision.
• The COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 accelerated their plans, prompting Renee and her partner to sell their home near downtown Seattle and relocate their family to Stanwood, WA.
• With a deep sense of purpose and a vision to create a lavender farm for their loved ones and community, they officially opened the gates of Our Legacy Fields Lavender Farm in 2021.
• The fulfillment and joy they have experienced since embarking on this endeavor have surpassed their wildest expectations, making the lavender farm a cherished destination for all.

Website: https://ourlegacyfields.com/
IG: @ourlegacyfields
Facebook: ourlegacyfieldslavende

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Today's episode features a double header as we continue with the Lobster Oil Legacy from father to son. Hugo Couton joins us in this clubhouse episode, and shares his motivation for creating a food industry-related podcast and how it serves as another way to promote their niche product, Lobster Oil. He discusses his experience and struggles promoting the product, including using social media and in-person presentations to generate interest. Hugo shares the story behind his father-to-son Lobster Oil Legacy business. This began when his father introduced it as a substitute for bread and butter at the well-known Cannery restaurant in Vancouver. Hugo speaks about the joy of growing up around a father who is passionate about culinary arts, travel, and trying different dishes from around the world. Overall, the episode highlights the unique story and process behind the creation of Lobster Oil, as well as the importance of networking and promoting a niche product.

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Born to the "institution of cooking", and classically trained in Paris and London. Frederic Couton was destined for greatness. Listen as he shares his humble beginnings of cooking in his own family restaurant to cooking for royalty. He has quite a tale to tell and he talks us through his first (secret) Michelin star and the importance of being a sponge and learning and creativity and the importance of play. 

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This week, Chef Michael Jarzinski takes us on a journey from his grandmother’s kitchen. Whether it was homemade sauerkraut balls or not so home cooked foods, she never failed to bring comfort and fun for him and his family.
Chef Michael had a life-changing experience during the COVID-19 pandemic in July 2020. He was in a hit-and-run motorcycle accident and had severe skull fractures, including a subdural and epidural hematoma. He was given a 7% chance of survival and had to undergo a six-hour brain surgery with 27 staples in his skull. His family was not allowed to visit him due to COVID-19 protocols, and he was out of work from July 2020 until May 2021 due to his injuries. During his recovery, he suffered from extreme sensitivity to light and noise and had constant migraines.  After recovery, he gained a new perspective on life and is grateful for every day and for the opportunities he has had in his career as a chef. 

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Instagram: @chefmikejarzenski

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In this episode we meet Simona from Bombay aka Mumbai, in India. With a deep love for the written word and a Masters in English Literature, her journalism career focused largely on the hospitality industry. Besides writing on food for 25 years, Simona has also been a national TV contest-winning voice over artist for over 15 years. Bitten by the podcasting bug in 2017, she integrated her writing skills, voice acting talents and food knowledge into 2 food podcasts: “THC HeartBytes” and “Metro Food Hoppers.” The latter takes you on a journey through her city, eating local street food alongside gourmet delights, and meeting various chefs, restaurateurs, and hospitality industry leaders. ⁣

IG: @theheartchef
Facebook: TheHeartChef

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In this episode we meet Simona from Bombay aka Mumbai, in India. With a deep love for the written word and a Masters in English Literature, her journalism career focused largely on the hospitality industry. Besides writing on food for 25 years, Simona has also been a national TV contest-winning voice over artist for over 15 years. Bitten by the podcasting bug in 2017, she integrated her writing skills, voice acting talents and food knowledge into 2 food podcasts: “THC HeartBytes” and “Metro Food Hoppers.” The latter takes you on a journey through her city, eating local street food alongside gourmet delights, and meeting various chefs, restaurateurs, and hospitality industry leaders. ⁣

IG: @theheartchef
Facebook: TheHeartChef

Dynery It's a new app changing the way we connect through food. Dynery goes beyond helping you find great restaurants. Connects you with a community of people who share your food preferences, make it easier to discover new dining experiences while enjoying exclusive discounts at participating restaurants. For restaurant owners, it's a game changer. Unlike many delivery platforms charge commissions as high as thirty percent, Dynery charges 3%. Register here https://dynery.ai/

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In this food is religion clubhouse talk show we meet Michelle Gil aka The Griefcurator author, food is religion leader and renaissance  woman. Michelle is multi-passionate and talks about her main interests, which include food, public speaking, grief, loss, and mental health. She mentions that food is an important part of her life and is intertwined with love and grief. On Michelle’s mother's side of the family. They grew up literally dirt poor with a dirt floor in their cabin. They had an outhouse they didn't have running water. And one thing that her mother told her that her grandmother said that has always stuck with her. Whenever somebody would come to visit. Grandmother would say we don't have much but what we have you are welcome to. That idea of sharing and hospitality even if you had very little was really inspiring for Michelle.  Once she grew up and moved out and had a place of her own for a while she really took this as a calling. That hospitality that idea that everyone is welcome at the table and this is where we can share despite our differences despite what we have or don't have. We will break bread together in this warm, safe space where you are fed not just in body but in soul. Join us as we break bread with Michelle Gil.

Website: https://thegriefcurator.com/
IG: @thegriefcurator

Dynery It's a new app changing the way we connect through food. Dynery goes beyond helping you find great restaurants. Connects you with a community of people who share your food preferences, make it easier to discover new dining experiences while enjoying exclusive discounts at participating restaurants. For restaurant owners, it's a game changer. Unlike many delivery platforms charge commissions as high as thirty percent, Dynery charges 3%. Register here https://dynery.ai/

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