On today's episode we discuss Epicure Foods history of importing and distributing through the eyes of Jennifer Drezga, owner and CEO. She will take us through the humble beginnings of Epicure and mention the highlights leading to their 50th anniversary! Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member ! Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...
Mar 22, 2021•43 min•Ep. 450
Cara interviews Elias Cairo co-owner and founder of Olympia Provisions , about American charcuterie and what's currently trending in the Salumi world. Images courtesy of Olympia Provisions. Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member ! Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast .Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member ! Cutting the Curd is Pow...
Mar 16, 2021•38 min•Ep. 449
On today's episode, I have Anais Saint-Andre Loughran. She is the co-owner of Chantal's Cheese Shop , located in Pittsburg, PA, Anais moved there a few years back to start her own business and make her dreams a reality. Today her shop is a community focused market with European flair. In our discussion, I'll ask her what it's like to sell French cheeses in the states and how the marketing of her cheese shop has changed in the last year. Image courtesy of Chantal's Cheese. Heritage Radio Network ...
Mar 02, 2021•49 min•Ep. 448
Lauren Gitlin's VIlla Villekulla Farm shares more than just a name with Pippi Longstocking's home. Both are places filled with creative drive and playful spirt. Instead of a monkey and a horse in the books, Lauren's farm and creamery has goats. After a career in journalism, and wine and cheese retail in NYC, Lauren moved to Vermont to start her own farm. Along the way, she learned from some of the best cheesemakers in Vermont, and undoubtedly in the country. She recently celebrated the farm's tw...
Feb 22, 2021•48 min•Ep. 447
Happy V-day Curd Nerds! Today on the show Cara interviews Erika Kubick, the cheese preacher behind the cheese advocacy company Cheese Sex Death . They discuss everything from Erika's new upcoming book to what it means to be a cheese slut. Also look out for a special pairing from Erika. Image courtesy of Erika Kubick. Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member ! Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast . See Privacy Pol...
Feb 08, 2021•38 min•Ep. 446
Cara interviews Amy Sherman , Editor in Chief of the Cheese Professor. They discuss the new educational website and what it's like to curate cheese content online. Plus, a new cheese competition is announced for May 2021. (NYICC) New York International Cheese Competition. Image courtesy of Amy Sherman. Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member ! Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast . See Privacy Policy at https://...
Feb 02, 2021•32 min•Ep. 445
Nick Bayne has mongered in the US, competed in Mondial, and is now mongering in London. In this episode Cara discusses with Nick what it's like to monger in other countries, and how his life has changed since. Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member ! Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-in...
Jan 25, 2021•41 min•Ep. 444
Diane and Cara interview author Joe Berkowitz about his new book, American Cheese: An indulgent odyssey through the artisan cheese world. Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member ! Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jan 18, 2021•48 min•Ep. 443
One day, while biking through Brooklyn, Kyle noticed spent grains from a local brewery being thrown out next to the adjacent bakery. From this moment, the beginnings of Brewers Crackers was born. We'll talk about his career in the food industry including in cheese, his growing concern with food waste, and lessons learned about launching a small food business. We'll also discuss food trends for 2021, including 'upcycled' ingredients. Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcas...
Jan 11, 2021•38 min•Ep. 442
It's movie time! We are delighted to have Tenaya Darlington on the show, to discuss her love of classic movies and the cheeses that suit them. Plus, what's up in Philadeliphia, who really is Madame Fromage, and what are the best cocktails per movie. Is it a martini?? Image courtesy of Tenaya Darlington. Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member ! Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast . See Privacy Policy at https:/...
Dec 15, 2020•40 min•Ep. 441
If great cheese comes from great milk, and great milk starts with grasses grown in pastures filled with biodiversity, where do those building blocks to great grass come from? Joan Gussow is a professor emerita of Nutrition and Education at Columbia's Teacher's College, author, food policy expert, organic gardener and HRN Hall of Fame inductee. We will discuss the connection between soil and the future of food, and the role of regenerative agriculture in making great cheese. Heritage Radio Networ...
Dec 07, 2020•54 min•Ep. 440
In this episode the hosts of Cutting the Curd talk turkey and muddle over recent current events. Also we check in what everyone is eating this season as well as what's next for CTC. Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member ! Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Nov 23, 2020•45 min•Ep. 439
As we look into the next four years under a new US President, we explore some of the issues around regulation and production of raw milk cheeses in the United States. Guest host Carlos Yescas is joined by two academics of cheese to share with us their thinking about the work of the FDA, the CDC, the USDA and the USTR. Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member ! Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast . See Privacy Po...
Nov 16, 2020•43 min•Ep. 438
We talk with partners Karrie and Dave about their upcoming projects at their companies Philosophy Foods , Lady Edison, and Regalis Foods. In this episode we hope to cover what’s up in the importing world and how the holidays may be a little bit brighter than we thought this season. Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member ! Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...
Nov 12, 2020•42 min•Ep. 437
One year after being named "Best Cheese in the World", the world is a very different place. Guest host Jessica Kesselman talks with David Gremmels about the 2020 release of Rogue River Blue, the COVID pandemic, climate change and climate migration. Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member ! Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at http...
Nov 02, 2020•44 min•Ep. 436
Anne Saxelby is our quest to discuss her new book, " The New Rules of Cheese: A freewheeling and Informative Guide." It's an interesting book with a wide scope of topics. We'll discuss the book and other current topics. Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member ! Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-s...
Oct 26, 2020•30 min•Ep. 435
The leaves are changing colors and the world is changing fast, but here at Cutting the Curd we discuss with Megan Ercole, about Fall cheese trends and whats new at Adams Fairacre Farms. Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member ! Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Oct 22, 2020•36 min•Ep. 434
We check-in with raw-milk advocates from around the world to learn about what is going on in Europe, Latin-America, and Australia. For a transcript of the show visit: https://www.lacteonetwork.com/ctcshow Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member ! Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Oct 05, 2020•43 min•Ep. 433
Jessica Kesselman joins us to discuss her cheese experience through the years, and dive in to how COVID-19 has drastically effected the cheese world and us all. Plus, she tells us what we can expect for her upcoming collaboration with Cutting the Curd. Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member ! Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at h...
Sep 28, 2020•46 min•Ep. 432
On todays episode we talk with Veronica Pedraza, head cheesemaker and general manager of Blakesville Dairy to discuss the everyday obstacles she has encountered due to the pandemic. We also discuss her motivations moving forward and what's next for the new creamery in uncertain times. Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member ! Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy a...
Sep 21, 2020•40 min•Ep. 431
Introducing friend of the podcast - and future guest host! - Carlos Yescas . He joined Cara to discuss his career in cheese, view points, and what we can expect in his upcoming collaboration on Cutting the Curd. Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member ! Cutting the Curd is Powered b y Simplecast . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my...
Sep 14, 2020•32 min•Ep. 430
Host Cara Warren chats with Jane E. Ciccone about her company Onesto Foods , from their eco-friendly commitment to the unique market of crackers. Plus best pairings for different cheeses. Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Cutting the Curd by becoming a member ! Cutting the Curd is Powered by Simplecast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Aug 13, 2020•34 min•Ep. 429
Host Cara Warren interviews Matt Benham about what his expectations are for his upcoming research and what it means to him to be honored with this prestigious award. In March, HRN began producing all of our 35 weekly shows from our homes all around the country. It was hard work stepping away from our little recording studio, but we know that you rely on HRN to share resources and important stories from the world of food each week. It’s been a tough year for all of us, but right now HRN is asking...
Aug 10, 2020•35 min•Ep. 428
We continue our pandemic-focused series of interviews with industry professionals about selling cheese in the time of COVID. Here we're joined by Laura Logos Downey of Fairfield Cheese Shop to hear about retail landscape now that we're through the first wave of infections in the Northeast. And we look forward to what the Fall may bring, and what actions Laura is taking to prepare. In March, HRN began producing all of our 35 weekly shows from our homes all around the country. It was hard work ste...
Jul 29, 2020•55 min•Ep. 427
My two guests are Stephanie Skinner and Molly Browne, both of whom were instrumental in starting Victory Cheese , which has attempted to help American cheesemakers during the pandemic. We discuss the origins of the movement and how Victory Cheese Boxes have helped cheesemakers through out the country sell their cheese. In March, HRN began producing all of our 35 weekly shows from our homes all around the country. It was hard work stepping away from our little recording studio, but we know that y...
Jul 23, 2020•37 min•Ep. 426
Host Cara Warren interviews Caitlin O'Neill of Cowgirl Creamery to hear her POV and what's ahead for the cheese retail world. In March, HRN began producing all of our 35 weekly shows from our homes all around the country. It was hard work stepping away from our little recording studio, but we know that you rely on HRN to share resources and important stories from the world of food each week. It’s been a tough year for all of us, but right now HRN is asking for your help. Every dollar that listen...
Jul 06, 2020•52 min•Ep. 425
Continuing our deep dive into COVID-19 and its impact on the cheese and specialty food industries, we pick up the conversation with Tyler Hawes. Tyler brings two decades of industry experience and scholarship to bear, as we ask him to help us make predictions about what the retail, distribution, and production landscape will look like over the next few months and years. In March, HRN began producing all of our 35 weekly shows from our homes all around the country. It was hard work stepping away ...
Jun 23, 2020•47 min•Ep. 424
Ari Weinzweig is one of the two co-founders of Zingerman's . He has also written business books about his unusual business beliefs, including transparency and good pay. He and Diane discuss both the Covid-19 crisis and also the effects of Black Live Matter on his business and views. In March, HRN began producing all of our 35 weekly shows from our homes all around the country. It was hard work stepping away from our little recording studio, but we know that you rely on HRN to share resources and...
Jun 17, 2020•54 min•Ep. 423
Jesse Pugach is the founder of Fifth Taste , a San Francisco-based distributor of artisanal sake. In this episode, host Cara Warren, unwraps the details of pairing Sake and Cheese, and learns the basics of Sake. HRN will be donating 10% of our membership drive proceeds from now until June 15 to the Philando Castile Relief Foundation. Visit heritageradionetwork.org/donate to make your gift. Cutting the Curd is powered by Simplecast . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California ...
Jun 09, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 422
Brie Hurd of The Cheese Shop of Salem is back! On today's show, Brie chats with Elena about how she's pivoting operations to succeed in the new COVID-19 context. Cutting the Curd is powered by Simplecast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jun 04, 2020•43 min•Ep. 421
