Cultivated By Caryn

Mitchell Littman, Founding Partner of Littman Krooks and head of the firm’s Corporate and Securities practice. A seasoned transactional lawyer, Mitchell specializes in the hospitality industry, advising on mergers and acquisitions, financing, licensing, and management deals. He regularly represents celebrity chefs, restaurants, and hotels in complex corporate transactions. Mitchell is also an Adju...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Bill Brady, a seasoned food photographer and tabletop director who shoots food, beverage, and cannabis. Bill has spent more than 25 years photographing food for restaurants, brands, and publications. He grew up in an Italian American culinary household as well as a well known Tribeca establishment, an upbringing that deeply shaped his relati...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by international Executive Chef Zouheir al Mokallalati  whose life story is deeply rooted in culinary tradition, culture, and decades of global experience. Chef Zouheir comes from a proud Lebanese family of chefs spanning six generations, where cooking has always been more than a profession, it is a heritage passed down through generations. Ins...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Gianleone Salvadori, Export Manager at Riccione Piadina, a family-founded company dedicated to producing authentic, high-quality piadina romagnola rooted in passion and tradition. Piadina is a beloved Italian flatbread from the Romagna area of Emilia-Romagna, and Riccione Piadina has become a benchmark for authenticity, honoring traditional...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Nancy Bean, Owner and Executive Director of Nantucket Wine and Food Festival, an annual springtime happening on Nantucket, featuring a series of elaborate events, grand tastings and other elevated experiences, drawing over 4,000 attendees to the island. As a leading event producer with over two decades of experience, she is also the founder...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Pierre Issa, Co-Founder of Pepe Saya Butter Company located in Sydney, Australia. An artisanal butter maker and lover of all things dairy, Pierre - AKA - Pepe, launched his butter company in 2009 with the dream of making a great tasting, high quality Australian cultured butter, and to create a shift towards using local butter. Together with...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Brittney Miller, President of Manchester Farms, America’s first quail farm located in Lexington County, South Carolina. Founded in 1974, Manchester Farms is a second generation, family-owned farm and one of the largest quail producers in the United States. Built on a foundation of agriculture, stewardship, and Southern hospitality, Mancheste...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Annie Falk, noted author, philanthropist, and dedicated host who loves the art of making people feel truly welcomed - beautifully, thoughtful and without stress. Most recently, Annie created The Seated App, a mobile app designed to help hosts effortlessly create, manage and share table seating and floor plan details for all types of events,...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Jon Engelson, Chief Strategy Officer of Joburg Meats, a U.S. based food company specializing in air-dried meat snacks called Steak slices. Inspired by traditional South African biltong, these tender, air-dried beef slices offer a high-protein, low carb snack that is clean, sugar and nitrate free with a distinct, natural flavor profile. Bilto...

On this week’s show, host Caryn Antonini is joined by award-winning author and Chef, Carol Ann Kates. Carol Ann grew up in a corner market, learning and breathing the grocery business. In her adult years, she inherited co-ownership of her family’s grocery business and operated delis and markets in Northern Colorado. She gained valuable experience and as well as insight into American consumer groce...

On this week’s episode host Caryn Antonini is joined by Ethan Frisch, Co-Founder and CO-CEO of Burlap and Barrel, a direct-trade spice company and social enterprise known for its high quality spices that are ethically sourced from small farmers around the globe. Ethan is an entrepreneur and advocate for food systems and social justice, and has worked as a line cook and pastry chef in the fast-pace...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Alan Goldsher, Emmy Award-winning TV producer and founder of Flavors of America, a media project that started during the pandemic to support small businesses by offering free video profiles showcasing local food, culture and unique people across New York City’s boroughs and eventually branching out to multiple states.  Alan began his career i...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by guest, Dr. Ferhat Ozturk, Project Director of Honey Pathway at University of Texas at San Antonio and Associate Professor of Biology at Sul Ross State University International in Eagle Pass, Texas. Ferhat is an educator, researcher, mentor and a leading expert, specializing in the medicinal properties of honey and its potential applications...

On the week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Jack Nutley, Manager of Olde Colony Bakery in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Olde Colony Bakery is the oldest family-operated bakery in the historic Charleston area and a well known favorite of locals and visitors alike. Since the late 1940’s the celebrated bakery has been sharing the rich Southern heritage and unique Lowcountry specialities...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Jason Liebig, America’s foremost historian on candy and snack brand history, as well as a champion of the consideration of candy and snack brands as nostalgia and pop cultural touchstones . Jason’s career began in the world of DC and Marvel Comics, where he learned the power of fandom and storytelling—skills that later shaped his unique voic...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Jean-Eric Lavenir, co-founder of Olbia en Provence, a family-owned, small batch, artisanal producer of gourmet jams, preserves and confitures made from the best fruit-growing lands in Var, Provence and Corsica. Having lived across three continents, Jean-Eric truly embodies the spirit of a global citizen. His journey has taken him from the di...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Robin Chase and Sue von Brachel, co-founders of Robin & Sue, a food photography and styling team based in Maplewood, New Jersey. Their mission is to create beautiful, personalized photography that helps brands tell their story. Both Robin and Sue left previous careers, shifting gears to create a business offering a more hands-on experien...

On this re airing of an archived episode of Cultivated by Caryn from 2023, we are joined by the legendary, Jacques Pépin. Born in France, Jacques has been a lifelong chef – working in restaurants and as a personal chef for 3 French heads of state and developing cuisine for the Howard Johnson’s chain. He has authored over 30 books, he’s an award-winning television personality, he received the James...

On this week’s episode, join us for a Christmas special at a holiday market in Backcountry Greenwich hosted by Backcountry Mercantile.  www.cultivatedbycaryn.com https://www.backcountrymercantile.com/ Get great recipes from Caryn at https://carynantonini.com/recipes/

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Rachael Mahoney, a classically trained chef and founder of Kinney Lane, an award-winning, chef-led meal delivery service located in New Canaan, CT. Kinney Lane specializes in fresh, organic prepared foods, rooted in wellness, simplicity and community connection. Prior to launching Kinney Lane, Rachael attended the French Culinary Institute a...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Dylan McDonnell, founder of Foodini, an app designed to help people with food allergies, intolerances and specific dietary preferences to find suitable restaurants and personalized menu options for a safer and less stressful dining experience. Foodini harnesses an AI and dietitian-led approach to connect people to restaurants and menu option...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by John New, CEO and Founder of 98 Octane Foundation, headquartered in Valley Forge, PA. A third-generation infantryman and former U.S. Army Captain, John brings a deep commitment to service, wellness and leadership. With more than 25 years of experience as a leader, manager, and entrepreneur, John has built a career in innovation and service,...

As we gather for Thanksgiving, Caryn is joined by Producer John Iannuzzi to discuss great traditions, family, fun, and all things holiday cheer.  A very happy Thanksgiving to all Cultivated By Caryn listeners, subscribers, and affiliate radio stations. Here is to a beautiful, sweet holiday season!  ### Get great recipes from Caryn at https://carynantonini.com/recipes/ Get great recipes from Caryn...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Rashida Samed, founder of Dynamite Sauce, a tomato-based sauce inspired by her Ghanian heritage and her father’s health journey. Rashida is the founder of Dynamite Girls International, an organization committed to empowering and uplifting girls from low income families in Ghana through mentorship and leadership development programs. Rashida...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Duff Goldman, a classically trained chef, bestselling author, television personality and artist known for his dazzling approach to food and desserts. A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, Duff began his culinary career at a young age working in kitchens and bakeshops, before going on to stage for acclaimed pastry chefs at renowned...