Episodes
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Whiskers & Wine Bar- Normal Heights San Diego
On this episode, we head to the Normal Heights area of San Diego, for a sneak peek at the soon to open Whiskers & Wine Bar, a cat lounge & wine bar. Nicole & Chris, owners of Whiskers & Wine Bar gave us a tour of their new venture. They will be offering the opportunity to interact with adoptable...
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SPECIAL THANKSGIVING EPISODE- Mindful Eating with Michael Tomkins, MFT - Mindful eating, mindful lifestyle, and the spirituality of food
We stop in for a visit with our friend Michael Tomkins, a marriage and family therapist, yoga instructor, and spiritual guide, for a chat about mindfulness in eating and in life. We chatted about choosing food, chewing our food, not getting too serious about rules, and how the idea of making...
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Rollin Roots- Avonte Hartsfield overcomes vandalism and arson to offer vegan menu
This months guest is Avonte Hartsfield of Rollin Roots. Avonte tells us about starting his food industry career as a dishwasher then serving tables to becoming a restaurant manager.His passion for vegan food led him to starting out on his own. First at farmers markets, then after much hard work…
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Helping Refugees and Immigrants to Achieve their Dreams- Anchi Mei, Executive Director of MAKE Project
This months podcast takes us to North Park to interview Anchi Mei who is Executive Director of MAKE Projects (Merging Agriculture Kitchens & Employment). We recorded our interview outside on their small farm. MAKE Projects is a job training social enterprise that prepares refugees and immigrants…
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Food Vision 2030- Elly Brown, Executive Director of San Diego Food System Alliance
Elly Brown is the executive director of the San Diego Food System Alliance, a network of more than 100 organizations working to make our current food system more equitable, healthy, and sustainable through collaboration, policy change, education, and community empowerment. We talk about the…
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Connecting Local Farms with your Dinner Table- Kris Schlesser at Lucky Bolt
Inspiration and perspiration. Kris Schlesser of Lucky Bolt is on a mission! In this episode, Kris Schlesser, the founder and force behind Lucky Bolt, talks to us about his mission to connect us to local, healthy , convenient food. Kris shares his journey from hunting for the perfect breakfast...
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Growing Hope, Health, and Community from Fallbrook Soil- Luke Girling at Cyclops Farms
After years of traveling up and down the west coast (Oceanside, CA to Port Angeles, WA and back) on surfing and skateboarding adventures since 2004 and visiting farms along the way, Luke Girling got the bug to learn about organic farming. Eventually Luke had the opportunity to attend UC Santa...
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Epicurean San Diego with Stephanie Parker- San Diego's Event Industry Adapting to Changing Times
In this episode, we talk with Stephanie Parker of Epicurean San Diego. Stephanie and husband Dan started Epicurean San Diego with the mission of introducing people to the bounty of local San Diego food and beverage producers with curated events large and small. Stephanie tells us the affects of…
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Big Table Jesse Vigil with Davin Waite of Wrench and Rodent- When Hospitality Workers Need Help
We talk with Jesse Vigil of Big Table San Diego & Davin Waite of Wrench & Rodent Seabasstropub in Oceanside. Jesse talks about the work that Big Table does to assist restaurant and hospitality industry workers that need help, especially since the pandemic hit in March. Davin talks about his...
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Spiny Lobster Season Begins October 7th!
On this episode, I head to the docks to interview two of our local commercial fishermen. I was accompanied by my trusty companion Scott Higby, owner of Studio C Creative Sound Recorders. Co host Trish Watlington stayed home enjoying spending time with her new grand baby (Go Grandma!) She will be...
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San Diego's Wine Industry- A discussion with Denise Clarke of Altipiano Vineyard and Winery
"There's nothing like a winemaker having their own footprints in the vineyard," says Denise Clarke, co-owner of Altipiano Vineyard & Winery in North County San Diego. "I come from a long line of farmers and always loved having my hands in the dirt." Denise tells us the remarkable story of the...
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San Diego's Restaurant Industry During the Pandemic- A discussion with Troy Johnson
On this podcast we had the pleasure of chatting with Troy Johnson. Troy is a writer, television personality and commentator on the San Diego food community. We discuss how the pandemic has affected restaurants. What will San Diego dining look like in the future? Will it be dominated by large...
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The San Diego local farming industry - with guest Hannah Gbeh, San Diego Farm Bureau
In this episode we interview Hannah Gbeh who is the executive director of the San Diego Farm Bureau. Hannah is and environmental scientist, teacher, researcher, farm owner and mother of three (among many other accomplishments). We talk with Hannah about small farms, women farmers, innovation, the...
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How the Coronavirus is affecting the San Diego food industry- Keith Langhorn and Trish Watlington
On this episode, Trish Watlington and I talk about the effects of the pandemic on our local San Diego food industry, and ways to keep healthy, nutritious food on our tables. How are our local restaurants, farmers and fishermen adapting to the restrictions in place right now? What is the way ahead...
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Dining Out SD Magazine- Josh Kopelman, Publisher
Trish and I spent an afternoon chatting with Josh Kopelman, who is the publisher of DiningOut San Diego. DiningOutSD magazine is published in eight cities, including Denver, Chicago, Miami, and Atlanta. Josh founded the magazine as the fourth city in the DiningOut family. His role is to spotlight...
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Farmers Market Pros- Catt White, CEO of San Diego Markets - Part 2 - Learning the farmers market biz
If you've ever thought about getting into the farmers market biz, this episode is for you! This is the second part of our interview with Catt Fields White, CEO of San Diego Markets, educator and author. Catt tells us about "Vendor 101", a program for prospective farmers and market vendors to gain...
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Farmers Market Pros- Catt White, CEO of San Diego Markets
On this podcast we had the pleasure of chatting with Catt Fields White. Catt is the founder and CEO of San Diego Markets, bringing farmers to the city and more than 25,000 visitors weekly to the table by developing and managing weekly farmers markets, the largest being the little Italy Mercato as...
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Cupcakes Squared- Robin Ross
Trish and I had the pleasure of spending a delightful afternoon chatting with Robin Ross, owner of Cupcakes Squared. Robin and her helpers bake square cupcakes from scratch each day, using only their favorite and finest ingredients. No food coloring or preservatives are added, only natures finest...
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Wild Willow Farm- Cat Henning
On this episode of our podcast, my co-host, farmer Trish Watlington, producer Scott Higby, and I head to Wild Willow Farm and Education Center. Our guide was farm manager Cat Henning. Wild Willow Farm is a vibrant working farm located on five acres of land, three miles from the ocean and less…
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Dive Bar of the Month- Ellen Goodwin
On this episode, we talk with Ellen Goodwin, facilitator of Dive Bar of the Month Club. Dive Bar of the Month is designed with only two purposes in mind: to bring like minded Dive Bar lovers together and to have fun. They succeed in both of those goals. San Diego is home to some great Dive Bars…
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Farm to Fork- Trish Watlington
On this episode, we talk with Trish Watlington, founder of Farm to Fork San Diego, a grassroots group of restaurants, beverage makers, businesses and non-profits that support local farmers and fisher families and a fairer, more sustainable food system. Trish gives us the inside scoop on the...
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Kitchens for Good- Aviva Paley
On this podcast, we head to Southeast San Diego to chat with Aviva Paley, who is the senior director and co-founder of Kitchens for Good. Kitchens for Good's mission is to break the cycles of food waste, poverty, and hunger, through innovative programs in workforce training, healthy food...
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Garden Kitchen- Coral Fodor Strong
In this episode of Food for Thought, we interview Coral Fodor Strong, who with her husband Russ, owns and operates Garden Kitchen, in the Rolando neighborhood of San Diego. We spoke with Coral in her newly opened, casual, elegant and cozy wine lounge. In the relaxed atmosphere, our conversation...
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Collins and Coupe Bartending Supplies / Cellar Door Supper Club
In this episode, we talk with Logan Mitchell and Gary McIntyre of Cellar Door Supper Club, and Collins & Coupe Bartending Supplies. We talk about Cellar Door Supper Club, how it started, the gourmet multi-course dinners they serve in their small, intimate space, and the drink pairings that Gary...
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Cueva Bar with Chef Oz
On this episode of Food for Thought, we head to Cueva Bar, located in the University Heights neighborhood of San Diego. Cueva Bar is an eatery specializing in empanadas and tapas. Chef Oz opened Cueva Bar nine years ago, with no previous experience in owning a restaurant. He has created a warm...
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Barrio Logan- part 2
We explore San Diego's Barrio Logan in this two part episode! Dominique Cancio, Barrio Logan native, and founder of Taste Venture Tours, was our companion on this adventure. In this second part of our Barrio adventure, we stroll the neighborhood, and spend time in Chicano Park, where we discuss…
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Barrio Logan- part 1
We explore San Diego's Barrio Logan in this two part episode! Dominique Cancio, Barrio Logan native, and founder of Taste Venture Tours, was our companion on this adventure. We started at Stone Street Brewery and worked our way south through the neighborhood, talking about the history and changes...
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Jessica Waite- Berry Good Food Foundation
In this episode we talk with Jessica Waite, the president of the Berry Good Food Foundation. Jessica is the co-owner of several well-known dining destinations in North County San Diego. She has been passionate about nutrition and healthy lifestyle choices since an early age. Jessica and her…
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Maya Moon Chakra Chocolate Truffles
On this episode, we talk with Chef Kathryn Rogers, founder of Maya Moon chakra chocolate truffles. When Kathryn couldn't find decadent and nourishing treats made with high quality ingredients and zero refined sugars, she began experimenting to make her own. Kathryn has perfected the recipe for...
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Slow Food Urban San Diego
We are joined in our studios today by Dan Mueller and Rachel Hommel of Slow Food Urban San Diego, an organization which is part of a worldwide movement working for good, clean, fair food for all. Topics include food justice, food deserts, food swamps, and community activities....
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CYP Foods Nut Butter
In this episode of Food for Thought, we chat with Jacob Stanford, a creative entrepreneur who owns CYP Foods. CYP, by the way, stands for "change your perception," and he certainly has a wonderful perspective on the creation of unique home made organic gourmet nut butter products. Jacob discusses...
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Hillcrest Farmers Market
In this episode, we stroll through San Diego's Hillcrest Farmers Market, and speak with growers and creators of local sustainable food. They are a tight knit community, committed to raising awareness of quality locally grown food. Each has a niche, and the vendors are all part of San Diego's food...
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Tommy Gomes at Catalina Offshore Products- Part 2
Our adventures continue with that well known salty sea dog, Tommy "The Fishmonger" Gomes. Tommy is a native San Diegan whose Portuguese family settled here in 1892. Fishing is in his veins. He worked on San Diego's tuna fishing fleet which gave him a deep knowledge of the industry. Tommy is...
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Tommy Gomes at Catalina Offshore Products- Part 1
On this episode we set sail for Catalina Offshore Products to interview that well known salty sea dog, Tommy "The Fishmonger" Gomes. Tommy is a native San Diegan whose Portuguese family settled here in 1892. Fishing is in his veins. He worked on San Diego's tuna fishing fleet which gave him a…
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Mindful Eating with Michael Tomkins, MFT
We stop in for a visit with our friend Michael Tomkins, a marriage and family therapist, yoga instructor, and spiritual guide, for a chat about mindfulness in eating and in life. We chatted about choosing food, chewing our food, not getting too serious about rules, and how the idea of making...
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Gluten Free Soul Pilot, Jet Widick
In this episode, we chat with Jet Widick, author of the newly released book, "Gluten-Free Soul Pilot," with her collaborating partner Kristen Alden. Jet talks about mindful eating, a gluten free lifestyle, and tasty options that don't have to involve commercial gluten-free products. It can be...
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Seany's Chefs Fest
This episode took my trusty companion Scott Higby (of Studio C Creative Sound Recorders) and me to Liberty Station for Seany's Chefs Fest. This is an exciting culinary competition with 25 of San Diego's local chefs who have donated their time and resources for a wonderful cause. We were happy to...
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Twiggs Bakery Cafe
In this caffeinated episode, Keith chats with Dan Stringfield at Twiggs Bakery Cafe. Produced by Deborah Reeves and Keith Langhorn, at Studio C Creative Sound Recorders in San Diego CA
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The Honest Kitchen
In this episode, we explore the food chain of our four legged friends. Our pug-loving host has a chat with Lucy Postens, owner of The Honest Kitchen in Mission Hills. Produced by Deborah Reeves and Keith Langhorn at Studio C Creative Sound Recorders in San Diego CA
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Soltan Banoo
In this delicious episode from our archives, Keith sojourns to University Heights, where he talks with owner Sanam Govari, owner of Soltan Banoo, an eclectic Persian restaurant. Produced by Deborah Reeves and Keith Langhorn at Studio C Creative Sound Recorders in San Diego CA
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Circa
Keith treks to Adams Avenue, and has a visit with Mike Olmos, owner of Circa, a wonderful destination for "California soul food." Produced by Deborah Reeves and Keith Langhorn at Studio C Creative Sound Recorders in San Diego CA
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Bottlecraft North Park
This is the first of our visits to the Food for Thought audio archive, where we offer some of our best previous episodes. In this episode, Keith chats with Gene Fielden of Bottlecraft. Produced by Deborah Reeves and Keith Langhorn, at Studio C Creative Sound Recorders in San Diego CA
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Taste of Denmark
Today we visit Taste of Denmark in Hillcrest! Produced at Studio C Creative Sound Recorders in San Diego CA
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Hot or Not Thai
In this episode we pop over to Pacific Beach for a visit with the folks at Hot or Not Thai. Produced at Studio C Creative Sound Recorders in San Diego CA
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Daddy's Hot Dogs
We talk with William Schroeder, owner of Daddy's Hot Dogs, a favorite eatery in Hillcrest. Produced at Studio C Creative Sound Recorders in San Diego CA
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San Diego Seed Company, part 2
This is part 2 of our visit to San Diego Seed Company. Owner Brijette is an urban farmer and seed breeder in San Diego. In this episode she shows us the tools of the seed trade, and takes us through the process of refining new varieties of seeds. She also discusses getting her farm certified as...
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San Diego Seed Company, part 1
Brijette is an urban farmer and seed breeder in San Diego. Her one acre farm is right under the flight path of San Diego International Airport. She shares her expertise in breeding varieties of seeds that are perfectly suited for the San Diego climate and soil conditions. This was meant to be a…
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Food for Thought- Show intro by Keith Langhorn
Food for Thought originates in San Diego CA. Host Keith Langhorn talks with restauranteurs, brewers, beekeepers, farmers and fishermen. All the people that are involved in our food chain. Here's how it all started and why we're here. Produced at Studio C Creative Sound Recorders in San Diego CA