In the next episode of Eating at a Meeting Podcast LIVE, I’m thrilled to host Susan Barocas, a chef, writer, and co-founder of Savor Experience, to share her insights on the depth and diversity of Jewish cuisine. With Passover approaching, Susan will lead us on a journey through the intricate flavors, rituals, and stories that have shaped this rich culinary tradition over millennia. This episode will offer a unique opportunity to delve into the heart of Jewish culinary practices, spotlighting an...
Jun 27, 2024•54 min•Ep. 252
🌱🚢✨ Join me this week's episode on Eating at a Meeting Podcast LIVE as talk with Robert E Buchanan Jr, founder and CEO of ADHERE GEAR Technology Corporation . As we celebrate Food Waste Prevention Week, I'm thrilled to share a story where innovation meets sustainability on the high seas. Imagine cruise ships not merely as vessels of leisure but as forerunners of eco-consciousness, navigating towards a brighter, greener future. 🌍💚 Selected by the European Union and Spain, ADHERE GEAR has take...
Jun 25, 2024•45 min•Ep. 251
🌸 As Women's History Month comes to an end, I want to introduce you to Cinthia Pedroza, Executive Director of Food and Beverage at Resorts World Las Vegas. 🍴✨ With a vibrant career spanning over 25 years, from the prestigious halls of Four Seasons to the dynamic streets of Las Vegas, Cinthia has not only mastered the art of gastronomy, but has also become a beacon of leadership, innovation, and community engagement. On the Eating at a Meeting Podcast we explore the intricate dance of creating ...
Jun 20, 2024•49 min•Ep. 250
Join me, Tracy Stuckrath, as I celebrate 4 amazing years of the Eating at a Meeting podcast journey! 🎉✨ From starting the Eating at a Meeting Facebook group at the onset of the COVID pandemic and doing weekly Facebook lives to the evolution of this podcast, it's been an incredible ride. In this episode, I reflect on the impetus that kickstarted it all and the amazing community we've built together. 🌐💬 In this episode, I share stories from recent events I attended, including eye-opening experi...
Jun 18, 2024•27 min•Ep. 249
🌟 Join me for the next Eating at a Meeting Podcast LIVE interview during Women's HERstory Month, where I sit down with the fabulous Cocktail Bandits! 🍹 ✨ In the heart of Charleston, where history meets innovation, Johnny Caldwell and Taneka Reaves are revolutionizing the beverage industry with their feminine, urban perspective. From their beginnings at The College of Charleston to co-founding Cocktail Bandits, these dynamic women are paving the way for diversity and empowerment in the spirits ...
Jun 13, 2024•58 min•Ep. 248
Back in March, during Women's History Month, I re-introduced you to an extraordinary lineup of women I’ve honored over the past four years. These women are making change in the food and beverage industry with their passion, innovation, and commitment to safety, sustainability and inclusivity. On this special episode of the Eating at a Meeting Podcast, I share the inspiring stories of over 40 women making waves. From transforming food waste into renewable energy to advocating for safe flying cond...
Jun 11, 2024•55 min•Ep. 247
To kick off Women's HERstory Month, and just ahead of and to celebrate Ramadan, I am elated to welcome the incredible Yvonne Maffei, MA, founder of My Halal Kitchen, as my next guest on Eating at a Meeting Podcast LIVE. Internationally recognized chef, author, recipe developer, and niche marketer in Halal cuisine and the global Halal industry, Yvonne's culinary journey is a tapestry woven with flavors from around the globe, including her Sicilian and Puerto Rican roots. Through her advocacy, tea...
Jun 04, 2024•54 min•Ep. 246
🎂 Get ready to indulge in a sweet episode as I sit down with the legendary Ron Ben-Israel, the mastermind behind Ron Ben-Israel Cakes in New York City. 🍰✨ From humble beginnings baking in his mother's kitchen to gracing the most prestigious events with his stunning creations, Ron's journey is as delectable as his cakes. In this episode of Eating at a Meeting from the exhibit floor of Catersource, we uncover the layers of Ron's success, from chance encounters with Martha Stewart, yes, "Martha,"...
May 30, 2024•27 min•Ep. 245
As National Wedding Month wraps up, I’m honored to be talking with Zoe Slaughter, the influential voice behind Invisibly Allergic on this week’s episode of Eating at a Meeting Podcast. Join us as we discuss the unique challenges and considerations of planning a wedding with severe food allergies. Our conversation will go beyond Zoe's personal narrative, touching on her powerful advocacy work, her aspirations for legislative change in food allergy policies, and a sneak peek into the memoir she's ...
May 29, 2024•48 min•Ep. 244
🎙️ On this episode, I sit down with Cazoshay Marie, a professional speaker and disability advocate, sharing her powerful insights on the importance of inclusion in event planning and the business benefits of creating truly accessible experiences. 🎤 🤝 I met and interviewed her at Catersource where she was presenting an education session on the significance of inclusivity in events, not only from a compassionate standpoint but also as a strategic advantage for businesses. 💼 Her personal journe...
May 21, 2024•19 min•Ep. 243
🎉 This week on the Eating at a Meeting Podcast, I'm thrilled to bring you Joshua House from the JDK Group, who I chatted with on the bustling floors of Catering Source in Austin, Texas. With a solid six-year track record in catering following his intense years in the restaurant scene, Joshua brings a fresh and enlightened perspective to the art of food presentation and culinary aesthetics. 🍽️✨ We dive deep into the philosophy that "we eat with our eyes first," exploring how Joshua's experience...
May 14, 2024•22 min•Ep. 242
Live from the Catersourse + the Special Event Show...a conversation with Chef Boris Seymore about how we can and should preserve the historical food and beverage traditions and culture of the south. Join the Eating at a Meeting Community Connect with Tracy at tracy@thrivemeetings.com
May 07, 2024•30 min•Ep. 241
I'm thrilled to bring several episodes I did LIVE from Catersource + The Special Event Show in Austin, Texas. Right after she jumped off the keynote stage, Laura Schwartz, author, emcee, keynote speaker, and a person whom I have known and admired for more than two decades, joined me to discuss how Caterers and event planners are the original creators of moments that last a lifetime. In an era craving for immersive experiences, it's crucial for us to stay ahead of the curve — innovative, dynamic,...
Apr 30, 2024•46 min•Ep. 240
Recorded on National Wear Red Day to bring greater attention to heart disease as the leading cause of death for Americans and promote steps we can take to protect our hearts and our attendees. Tracy was joined by the inspiring and amazing Eliz Greene to discuss the profound impact of stress on heart health and the importance of recognizing subtle symptoms of heart problems, especially in women. Eliz shares her deeply personal experience of having a heart attack at 35 years old while being 7 mont...
Apr 23, 2024•59 min•Ep. 239
As we bid farewell to hashtag#DryJanuary, I'm thrilled to bring you an exciting chat on the Eating at a Meeting Podcast LIVE with Marcos Salazar 🍺🍷🥃, the co-founder and CEO of the Adult Non-Alcoholic Beverage Association (ANBA) a few days after he co-produced the incredible Mindful Drinking Fest in Washington, DC. Join us as we dive deep into how ANBA is championing mindful drinking and working towards creating a world where non-alcoholic beverages are the norm throughout the year and at ever...
Apr 16, 2024•55 min•Ep. 238
🥂 Attention hashtag#MeetingProfs, hashtag#Caterers, and hashtag#FoodService Experts: Let's Elevate Your Events with Non-Alcoholic Drinks! 🍹 I'm thrilled to invite you to the next episode of Eating at a Meeting Podcast LIVE! to learn how to elevate your events with non-alcoholic beverages. 🎙️ Join me for a compelling conversation with Cate Faulkner and Jen Gilhoi of Zero Proof Collective to celebrate Dry January and discuss "7 Compelling Reasons to Serve Elevated Non-Alcoholic Drinks at Your N...
Apr 09, 2024•53 min•Ep. 237
In this episode of Eating at a Meeting we explore the world of plant-based cuisine with the remarkable Char Nolan, a fervent advocate and chef renowned for her delicious and healthful plant-based creations. Char's rich background, including a degree in public health from Temple University and certifications in plant-based nutrition, has fueled her mission to promote healthy, sustainable living. 🍽️ Discover how hashtag#MeetingProfs and hashtag#Chefs can effortlessly integrate plant-based options...
Apr 02, 2024•52 min•Ep. 236
Tracy gathered a culinary dream team – Amber Kispert, Senior Content Producer from Catersource, Christopher Sanchez, Managing Partner of LUX Catering & Events, and Jennifer Bargisen, Senior Vice President – Culinary for Sodexo Live!. Together, we're unleashing the must-know food and beverage trends for 2024 that every hashtag#EventProf and hashtag#CateringProf needs to have on their radar. 🌐 What to Anticipate: 👉 Flavorful Forecasts: We will unravel the biggest culinary trends set to capti...
Mar 26, 2024•54 min•Ep. 235
Indulge your ears and sweet tooth in this extra-special episode of "Eating at a Meeting" with your host Tracy Stuckrath! 🍪✨ I sit down with two incredible guests, Chef Sera Cuni of Feed-Well Fridges and Chef Kristin McCarthy of Les Dames d'Escoffier - North Carolina Chapter (Did I mention I'm a Dame too?). Get ready for a heartwarming conversation that goes beyond the cookie jar. What we will cover in this Episode: 🍬 Unveiling the Secrets: Discover the inspiration behind the Les Dames NC Holid...
Mar 19, 2024•30 min•Ep. 234
This episode of Eating at a Meeting was recorded at the beginning of 2024 to celebrate of Dry January and Veganuary and share they are important dietary trends to understand and embrace for the month and throughout the year. I discuss the significance of offering nonalcoholic beverages and vegan and plant-based options at events and meetings and share insights, statistics, and practical tips for meeting professionals and hoteliers to ensure that attendees have a wide range of inclusive options w...
Mar 12, 2024•23 min•Ep. 233
In this episode of Eating at a Meeting, I’m sitting down with Martiz’s Jill Blood, VP, Deputy General Counsel, and Privacy Officer. We'll be delving into the game-changing My Health My Data Act recently enacted in Washington State and its impact on the meetings industry. Jill says that attendee information such as food allergies and ADA requirements will be considered protected information under this new law, and others like it being enacted across the country. Remember, these live episodes aren...
Mar 05, 2024•53 min•Ep. 232
In this episode, Tracy sits down with the PCMA Canada East Chapter Canadian Innovation Conference organizers, Natalie Marino, CMP, DES, Heather Reid, and Erica Orecchio, DES, to discuss how they managed the dietary needs of more than 250 attendees at the conference. They talk about the challenges of accommodating dietary restrictions and the importance of providing inclusive and transparent food options at events and conferences. Here are three key takeaways from our conversation: 1️⃣ Accessibil...
Feb 27, 2024•43 min•Ep. 231
I've been at the Financial & Insurance Conference Professionals (FICP) Annual Conference at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort the last three days with some amazing food and beverage experiences. For today's Eating at a Meeting Podcast episode, I've grabbed Executive Sous Chef Mikey Termini from the kitchen to walk through what it takes to feed 700 meeting professionals for three and half days. We will recap the highlights and culinary revelations from the recent FICP Annual Conferenc...
Feb 20, 2024•47 min•Ep. 230
In October 2023 at IMEX, Jaclyn Bernstein, John McKinnon, Stephanie Krzywanski and Tracy presented this session for planners on how we help our clients save money on food and beverage for events. With food prices on the rise, we all need to learn the art of cost-effective event food and beverage planning without compromising on flavor, quality or quantity. Dive deep into the challenges posed by escalating food prices and explore ingenious strategies to ensure your events continue to delight atte...
Feb 13, 2024•51 min•Ep. 229
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. As I review and plan menus for my clients. I'm so frustrated by the unhealthy options available to choose from. Connect with Tracy: facebook.com/groups/EatingataMeeting thrivemeetings.com
Feb 06, 2024•13 min•Ep. 228
To close out National Disability Employment Month, I'm thrilled to invite you to what promises to be an engaging and informative Eating at a Meeting Podcast episode on inclusive dining experiences with the co-founders and director of accessibility for Ablr, a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to full-service disability inclusion. Join me, John Samuel, Michael Iannelli, and Kim Casey, as we dive deep into the best practices of catering for individuals with disabilities. We're here to share valua...
Jan 30, 2024•47 min•Ep. 227
For the third episode of Eating at a Meeting Podcast coming to you LIVE from IMEX America, planners will join me in person on the show floor and from their offices to talk about how they are managing attendee dietary needs. I can’t wait to talk to Amy-Marie Lemanski, CMP , Magdalena Bonnelly - Global Event Design and Execution and Jessica Hiemenz-Woodbury, CMP, DES , all members of the Eating at a Meeting community. Connect with Tracy: facebook.com/groups/EatingataMeeting thrivemeetings.com...
Jan 23, 2024•43 min•Ep. 226
In this special episode of Eating at a Meeting Podcast LIVE at IMEX America, I'm joined by Victoria Chivers (Tori), Vice President of Convention Services & Catering at MGM Resorts International. Tori and I will dive into the dynamic and essential partnership between #EventProfs and convention service managers when planning meetings and events. With her extensive experience in convention services, Tori will share invaluable insights into how effective collaboration between planners and conven...
Jan 16, 2024•45 min•Ep. 225
Monday, October 16 was World Food Day, one of the most celebrated days of the United Nations calendar. The theme for World Food Day in 2023 is "Water is Life. Water is Food." To shine a spotlight on water as the foundation for life and food. In this special episode of the Eating at a Meeting which was recorded on Meeting Professionals International's Smart Monday as part of IMEX America, I talked with Michael Gulich, AIA, LEED AP, LFA, Vice President of Sustainability for MGM Resorts Internation...
Jan 09, 2024•55 min•Ep. 176
In celebration of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), join me as I talk with Teresa Goddard from the Job Accommodation Network (JAN) to delve into the intricacies of accommodating employees with food allergies and other medically necessary dietary restrictions. NDEAM, observed each October, serves as a backdrop to this discussion, where we can all learn invaluable lessons for creating safe and inclusive experiences for employees in various workplace settings, from staff lunch...
Jan 02, 2024•56 min•Ep. 223
