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WJFF-Cooking in the Catskills with Brett August

Brett August, WJFF Radio Catskill
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Hosted by Chef Brett August, Cooking in the Catskills is a podcast (and forthcoming cookbook) that explores the history & current pulse of the Catskill Mountains through the lens of food. Chef August dives deep into modern cuisine, as well as the history of food & hospitality in the Catskills — from the "Borscht Belt" bungalow colonies of the 1950s/60s to contemporary farm-to-table. Cooking in the Catskills celebrates the Catskill Mountains and what makes them so uniquely beloved through conversations about food, history, family, and the personal stories of his guests.
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Episodes

Chef John Dettori - The Creek House Grill

In this podcast episode, Chef Brett August interviews Chef John Dettori from The Creek House Grill, located at 19 Lower Main Street in Calicoon, NY. Discover Chef Dettori's passion for exceptional cuisine as he shares his culinary inspirations, innovative techniques, and collaboration with local farmers and artisans. Experience the vibrant flavors, seasonal ingredients, and inviting ambiance that make The Creek House Grill a must-visit culinary destination.

Jun 24, 2023•13 min•Ep. 14

Ian Boyle — The Old Foundation

In this podcast episode, Chef Brett Augusts interviews Ian Boyle, the executive chef, and co-owner of The Old Foundation Restaurant. Ian shares his culinary journey, from his early days working in dive bars to honing his skills in Italy. Despite traveling extensively, Ian has now settled in Sullivan County and recently became the new proprietor of the Stone Arch Inn which he made into the Old Foundation. https://www.facebook.com/theoldfoundation/

May 02, 2023•16 min•Ep. 13

Upward Brewery Company, Livingston Manor NY

Brett August sits down with the owners of the Upward Brewery, located in Livingston Manor NY, Dana Ball and David Walton. https://www.upwardbrewing.com/

Jul 30, 2022•14 min•Ep. 11

Chef Dan Gonzales, Eldred Preserve - The Old homestead

Brett August sits down with Chef Dan Gonzales, Eldred Preserve - The Old homestead. The newest fine-dining eatery in Sullivan County. The Homestead, a Sullivan Catskills classic, has been reborn at The Eldred Preserve as The Homestead Restaurant + Lounge, a modern steakhouse offering a true farm-to-table experience.

May 28, 2022•12 min•Ep. 10

Chef Jonathan Martinez, Tango Cafe

Brett August sits down with Chef Jonathan Martinez from the Tango Cafe in Hurleyville, NY and explores his roots and what the future looks like at the new Tango Cafe.

Apr 02, 2022•17 min•Ep. 9

Chef Matt Ranalletta, Kenoza Hall

Brett August sits down with Chef Matt Ranalletta from Kenoza Hall in Sullivan County. He explores what it took to get where he is and says his favorite meal for Valentine's Day is Kenoza Hall.

Feb 12, 2022•15 min•Ep. 8

Grizzly Bagels!

We explore Grizzly Bagels Grizzly Bagels is founded on the idea that Better is Better. To create the best possible bagel, you need the best ingredients.

Jul 05, 2021•21 min•Ep. 6

Chef Joseph "JJ" Johnson

Celebrity Chef JJ Johnson is a James Beard Award-winning chef best known for his barrier-breaking cuisine connecting the foodways of West Africa and Asia to the Americas. https://www.chefjj.co/

May 16, 2021•17 min•Ep. 5

Benji And Jake Friehling-Benji and Jake's Pizza

Benji And Jake Friehling to awesome brothers running the baddest pizza joint in all of the Catskills! Get there for local brews and the most insane specialty pies and wings! two bros killing it!

May 03, 2021•16 min•Ep. 4

Jacob Rozbruch, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon and Long-Time Catskills Vacationer

Brett August talks to Jacob Rozbruch, MD, a prominent Orthopedic Surgeon in Manhattan with Mt. Sinai Hospital (and "Uncle Jack" to Brett's wife, Alison). Jack grew up in Brooklyn after emigrating from Italy with his parents – both Holocaust survivors – and younger brother, Alfie in 1953. In the 1950s-60s, the Catskills bungalow colonies provided a safe, welcoming and carefree summer home for his family, like it did for many other Jewish immigrants who had lost their families in the old country. ...

Apr 11, 2021•13 min•Ep. 3

Chef Paul Nanni, The Heron Restaurant

Brett August talks to Paul Nanni, Chef of The Heron Restaurant in Narrowsburg, N.Y. The Heron is a modern American restaurant owned and operated by Paul Nanni and Marla Puccetti. Their innovative food and beverage menus use the tremendous agricultural and artisan resources of the region. http://theheronrestaurant.com/

Mar 25, 2021•11 min•Ep. 1
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