Send Bite Me a Text! Manny's positive outlook is infectious. He started making soap as a fundraiser to buy himself a new wheelchair and has been growing his business ever since. In this episode we cover everything from the trick to convert a heat gun into a homemade vaporizer, using the roots of cannabis plant in infusions and what every beginner soap maker should do and much more! Here are the links for this soapy episode: Chad Westport's Friendly Cannabis Show - where Manny and I met Bud &...
Jul 21, 2022•59 min•Ep. 157
Send Bite Me a Text! Affiliate Disclosure A classic oatmeal cookie recipe that was describe as boring. So it'll be up to you to bring the jazz hands to this infused baked treat! A friend with weed is a friend indeed. - Pop O'Donnell Here's the links for this episode: Annie & Amanda - High Ladies podcast Faces of Cannabis interview series on Bite Me Anova sous vide immersion circulator Ardent decarboxylator & infusion device tCheck potency tester Edibles dosage calculator Know Your Dose w...
Jul 14, 2022•16 min•Ep. 156
Send Bite Me a Text! My first podcast guest hosted a beautiful infused lunch recently and I had the opportunity to attend. It was a perfect afternoon in a lovely setting, a wonderful group of people coming together to celebrate all things cannabis. The mood was exultant despite the rain that fell most of the afternoon. Find out how Nadia infused this lunch and what made it special. Cannabis Quote: It's hard to be mean when you're stoned. - Bill Lee The Ganja Mama on Instagram The Ganja Mama epis...
Jul 07, 2022•19 min•Ep. 155
Send Bite Me a Text! Hosting guests for a cannabis infused meal can seem intimidating but it doesn't have to be. Whether you're a home cook wanting to invite your friends and family over for an infused meal or a chef interested in experimenting with culinary cannabis, Chef Brandon shares his secrets to hosting a memorable experience. The Set & Setting is important for hosting a cannabis infused dinner Entourage Effect - first mentioned in published papers in 1998 - the sum of multiple compou...
Jun 30, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 154
Send Bite Me a Text! Chef Brandon is no stranger to culinary cannabis. As a partner at the Trichome Institute and creator of the Cooking with Cannabis course offered there, he's been working with the plant for long enough to understand the difference between science and myth. In this episode we debunk several common myths regarding cannabis edibles as well as the best methods to decarb and infuse as per the latest science! Trichome Institute - cannabis education company American Culinary Federat...
Jun 23, 2022•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 153
Send Bite Me a Text! Affiliate Disclosure Chimmichurri is likely most known as a steak topping and for that purpose, it's excellent. But it needn't be pigeon holed into a singular use! It's great as a sauce, marinade or condiment and it's a wonderful way to use your fresh herbs and garlic. Thank you to Chef Brandon Allen for sharing this recipe with the Bite Me crowd! Why use up the forests which were centuries in the making and the mines which required ages to lay down, if we can get the equiva...
Jun 16, 2022•16 min•Ep. 152
Send Bite Me a Text! It's the Bite Me way, a recipe that is both delicious and easy to make! Generously supplied by Chef Brandon Allen, an upcoming podcast guest, he is the course creator and director of the Trichome Institute's Cooking with Cannabis course. Knowledgeable about cannabis as tool for wellness and as a culinary ingredient, Chef Brandon understands that flavourful, infused dishes don't have to be sweet nor difficult to make! When I was a kid I inhaled frequently. That was the point....
Jun 09, 2022•16 min•Ep. 151
Send Bite Me a Text! Thank you to Steve for sharing this recipe with me. Anything with caramel usually gets my attention! These bars will satisfy the most discerning sweets lovers and it requires minimal hands on time that earns you a full tray of shareable, medicated treats for your efforts. Cannabis quote: Marijuana may not be addictive but growing it is. – Ed Rosenthal Savoury recipes for those without a sweet tooth: Vegetable Pancit episode Ginger Rice Porridge with Ginger Sauce episode Hass...
Jun 02, 2022•17 min•Ep. 150
Send Bite Me a Text! Affiliate Disclosure This episode covers all the questions you may have about using the tCheck Potency Tester. An invaluable tool for edibles enthusiasts who love to share their edibles with others. Meet Parker, a tier 2 tech support guru who answers my questions about how the tCheck works and what makes it unique! Here’s the links for this episode: tCheck link use code bitemepodcast for $25 off Great devices on the market: Levo – recently partnered with tCheck Magical Butte...
May 26, 2022•33 min•Ep. 149
Send Bite Me a Text! Bite Me The Show About Edibles is a weekly show that helps cooks make great edibles at home. Follow along as host Marge walks through an infused recipe, speaks with an industry expert or gleans secrets from cannabis chefs. Lots to learn each week for edibles enthusiasts just like yourself! Support the show Visit the website for full show notes, free dosing calculator, recipes and more....
May 25, 2022•37 sec
Send Bite Me a Text! If you enjoy edibles you may wonder whether it's worth going to all the trouble to make your own? Have you ever compared the edibles you can buy on the legal or legacy market in relation to the cost of making your own? While the results may not surprise you, the advantages of making your own edibles extend far beyond the cost. For now though, we take a look at the cost difference between making your own edibles vs. buying from the legal or legacy market. I should note that t...
May 19, 2022•23 min•Ep. 148
Send Bite Me a Text! If you've been thinking of making your own concentrates, then this episode is for you. Inspired by listeners who have been asking about making and using concentrates in edibles, having this knowledge can allow to make your own OR if you're buying concentrates, understand why quality matters. I'm joined by Chase, known online as Temple Grower, a guest who knows a lot more about making concentrates than the average person. Not only does he work in the legal cannabis industry i...
May 12, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 147
Send Bite Me a Text! Chef Charleen Caabay was pulled into the kitchen as a young girl, strongly influenced by her Filipino family and expanded into culinary cannabis in her late teens and early twenties. She made all the mistakes that you make when you start out creating your first edibles. Thankfully she figured out the best way to make a potent batch of brownies and learned to make her own concentrates so she could increase the potency of any dish she was making. Chef Charleen 's (@chefcharlee...
May 05, 2022•45 min•Ep. 146
Send Bite Me a Text! Another tasty infused dish from Chef Charleen Caabay that is sure to delight the senses. When you want to eschew the sweets in favour of something savoury, this recipe fits the bill. Quick to put together and full of healthy vegetables, this gets you out of the infused ordinary into something different. Enjoy! Cannabis Quote: I'm surprised when people who don't usually smoke weed are into edibles. I can't believe that. - Llana Glazer Llana Glazer - comedian, Broad City TV sh...
Apr 28, 2022•16 min•Ep. 145
Send Bite Me a Text! This simple dish is easy enough for a great weeknight meal or worth of sharing with special dinner guests. Either way, the infused ginger sauce makes this recipe burst with flavour. This recipe was developed by Chef Charleen Caabay, an upcoming podcast guest you won't want to miss! Give it a try and let me know what you think. Cannabis quote: The illegality of cannabis is outrageous, an impediment to full utilization of a drug which helps produce the serenity and insigiht, s...
Apr 21, 2022•14 min•Ep. 144
Send Bite Me a Text! Affiliate Disclosure This spicy hot sauce is as simple as it is tasty. You'll likely need to pick up a few items at the grocery store in order to make this but nothing you can't easily find quickly while you're browsing the produce section (even if you're sending someone to the store with a list!). Created by Chef Charleen Caabay, an upcoming guest, give it a try and let me know how it turns out! Cannabis quote of the Week: " Of course I know how to roll a joint " - Martha S...
Apr 13, 2022•17 min•Ep. 143
Send Bite Me a Text! Affiliate Disclosure CBD is becoming increasingly popular and it's no wonder why, it works! In this episode I sit down with Steve Katz, co-owner of Hempjoi, an online and retail store that specializes in CBD products. We cover things like why CBD is becoming mainstream, what to watch out for common when buying CBD, common misconceptions, broad spectrum vs. full spectrum, dosing and a whole lot more. Here are the links for this epsiode: Hempjoi - about this Florida based fami...
Apr 07, 2022•32 min•Ep. 142
Send Bite Me a Text! Whether you're a senior yourself or you know some wonderful seniors, odds are cannabis can help navigate the common ailments that affect this large segment of the population. Seniors are a canna-curious bunch, eager to learn and move past the 'reefer madness' stigma that has misguided them for so long. Cannabis entrepreneurs like Michele and Karen help seniors navigate the cannabis landscape offering guidance, support, education and answers to their questions. Listen as thes...
Mar 31, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 141
Send Bite Me a Text! Affiliate Disclosure I love duck fat! It's an oft overlooked cooking fat that offers a high smoke point, less saturated fat than comparable cooking fats and a lovely mild flavour. Once you infuse it, just like any other fat you can infuse, you can use this unique infusion to make fun dishes, baked goods and snack foods. Below you'll find the links for this episode: Goldleaf website - recipe cards, prints, journals and more Monica Lo - about Sous Weed website Weed Gummies Coo...
Mar 24, 2022•12 min•Ep. 140
Send Bite Me a Text! A ffiliate Disclosure Shout out to Steve for sharing this recipe with me! If you like lemons, you will certainly enjoy this particular one. You can infuse this one 3 ways by either infusing the cake itself, the glaze or both for a real potency boost. Regardless of how you go about it, you'll find yourself making this one again and again! Here are the links for this episode: The Chocolate and Coffee Bible on Amazon The Vegan Stoner Cookbook on Amazon Mini muffin tins on Amazo...
Mar 17, 2022•12 min•Ep. 139
Send Bite Me a Text! Affiliate Disclosure Donuts don't need to be intimidating nor do they need to be deep fried. This episode gives you TWO recipes to choose from so you can try one or the other (or maybe a half batch of each!) depending on your mood. They both require oil to make and this is where you're going to swap in your infused oil (or a ratio thereof) to give these donuts the extra kick that you're looking for. You can use infused maple syrup like I did for the Maple Donuts if you have ...
Mar 10, 2022•18 min•Ep. 138
Send Bite Me a Text! In this episode I chat with Andrea, the CEO and Founder of Paracanna Foods, makers of Zen Zingers. I tried out Zen Zingers several months back and was quite impressed with how easy this DIY gummy making kit was to use. Armed with only the kit and a cannabis infusion (sold/made separately) I whipped up a batch of gummies in far less time than it took to listen to this conversation! We cover a few topics during our discussion including what ailment led her using edibles, how s...
Mar 03, 2022•38 min•Ep. 137
Send Bite Me a Text! Affiliate Disclosure This hot chocolate is just what you need to ward off the chills of a cold winter day. Make it infused by adding a swirl of infused coconut oil, butter or infused powders (easiest), adding infused chocolate or you could try infused cream! Here you shall find the links for this episode: Goodpods - Bite Me ranks #11 Top 100 Indie How-To Charts Nourished Kitchen - Mexican Hot Chocolate - site is an excellent resource for whole food recipes Two books by Jenny...
Feb 24, 2022•18 min•Ep. 136
Send Bite Me a Text! Affiliate Disclosure This episode covers several listener questions I've collected over the last several months. The questions cover a range of topics you'll find listed below. If you have a burning question that you want answered please reach out. You won't have to wait for the episode to get your answer either but I will likely save it for a future episode! Using CBD cannabis in edibles. Do you need a license to make and sell edibles. Decarbing CBD weed. Storing your edibl...
Feb 17, 2022•25 min•Ep. 135
Send Bite Me a Text! Wine Sommelier and Certified Ganjier Elizabeth Rice was involved in the wine industry for over 20 years but made the transition to the cannabis industry after legalization. She knows how to savour a great glass of wine and a flavourful cannabis flower and nuances of pairing both with food. In this episode we talk about the similarities and differences between wine and cannabis, simple tricks to pair wine or weed with a meal, how to appreciate a quality wine and flower, consi...
Feb 10, 2022•38 min•Ep. 134
Send Bite Me a Text! Affiliate Disclosure No Bake Protein Energy Balls make a great snack in the afternoon to hold off the hunger until dinner or for pre/post workout. Dense little nuggets of nutrition, they use minimal ingredients and taste good. Small and mighty, they're easily portable so you have a healthy infused snack. Infuse them to your desired preference and don't forget to label! Here be the links for this episode: No Bake Protein Energy Bites from Kroll's Korner Cookie Scoops on Amazo...
Feb 03, 2022•18 min•Ep. 133
Send Bite Me a Text! Affiliate Disclosure We're deep into cold, flu and covid season and taking steps to boost your immune system is smart to prevent getting sick or to lessen the severity of illness as well. That's why this tasty smoothie recipe, generously shared with permission from Jamie Evan's latest book, Cannabis Drinks , is worth making. Full of immune boosting ingredients, this is medicine that tastes great going down! Give it a try and tell me you don't feel healthier after enjoying it...
Jan 27, 2022•16 min•Ep. 132
Send Bite Me a Text! Affiliate Disclosure Start your day right with a smoothie designed to hit as many bases as possible. Modify it for your personal goals and budget and enjoy a tasty start to the day. Perfect for busy mornings when you're short on time and need something you can take with or make it more indulgent and medicated for mornings when you have more time. This what taking control of your high life looks like! Here you shall find links for this episode: Atomic Habits by James Clear Go...
Jan 20, 2022•19 min•Ep. 131
Send Bite Me a Text! In this conversation, I sit down with Derek Gilman, the managing director of the Ganjier Cannabis Certification program. With it's unique program design of online and in-person training in the heart of cannabis country, the Systematic Assessment Protocol for thorough cannabis evaluation, the rigorous final exam and the connections that you'll make, The Ganjier program is different than anything else out there. In this episode we talk about what makes the Ganjier Certificatio...
Jan 13, 2022•40 min•Ep. 130
Send Bite Me a Text! Affiliate Disclosure Big thank you to Steve for sharing this recipe with me recently! It was right up my alley, short list of ingredients, short hands-on time and easy to store, this one you can make and freeze so you can enjoy it at your convenience. Makes plenty to share with your favourite people too! Not a fan of peanut butter? Leave it out or swap it for caramel! Here are the links for this episode: Dosage Calculator tCheck device to test potency of infusions Steve's PB...
Jan 06, 2022•21 min•Ep. 129
