Cultivated By Caryn

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Jolma, founder of Amza Foods, a purpose-driven Tibetan owned company based in Portland, Oregon, that offers nutrition-dense tasty and sustainable food that celebrates Tibetan culture. Jolma connects ancient Tibetan nutrition with modern convenience using sustainable, US grown whole grains and clean ingredients to create healthy food products...

On this week’s episode host Caryn Antonini is joined by Nancy Wall Hopkins, Executive Director of IACP, the International Association of Culinary Professionals, which provides access, education and mentorship to culinary professionals around the globe. Nancy is a true force in the culinary world with over 25 years of experience in the food and entertaining arena, and is the driving force behind ma...

On this edition of the Cultivated By Caryn show, we mark 3 years of podcasting & radio programs with top tier guests like Chef Jacques Pepin, Chocolatier Fritz Knipschildt, and Sharon Wee, author of Growing Up in a Nonya Kitchen...in addition to many more. Enjoy the anniversary show and thank you for tuning in!  ### Get great recipes from Caryn at https://carynantonini.com/recipes/

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Allie Sale, Senior Manager of PR and Brand at Oishii, a pioneering vertical farming company renowned for its premium, pesticide-free strawberries. A seasoned professional in brand management and public relations, Allie has been instrumental in building the Oishii’s lifestyle identity through innovative collaborations as a means to introduce...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Leonardo Bagnoli, President of Sammontana Holding, a 3rd generation, family run frozen dessert company located in Empoli, Italy. Founded in 1946, Sammontana began as a modest artisanal gelato parlor in the suburbs, and is a beautiful post war story of tradition, quality and innovation. With a history of over 70 years in the marketplace, toda...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini travels to the PEZ Candy Manufacturing Facility and Visitor Center in Orange, CT to speak with guest, Shawn Peterson, author, historian and Project Manager at PEZ Candy. Prior to working at PEZ, Shawn authored Collector’s Guides to PEZ and conceived of the idea of the PEZ Visitor’s Center, which features a collection of history, trivia and memorabilia re...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by John Meadow, founder and President of LDV, a stylish and refined hospitality group, dedicated to bringing the spirit of ‘La Dolce Vita’ through dynamic culinary and cocktail experiences. A graduate of the Cornell School of Hotel Management, John began his career at the Plaza Hotel’s Oak Room before making the move to forge his own path, goin...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Dr. Micaela Pallini, President and CEO of Pallini Company, a fifth generation, award-winning Limoncello and liqueur producer in Rome, Italy. The company was established in 1875 and remains one of Rome’s oldest and most important companies in the beverage industry - and today is the only remaining distillery in Rome. Micaela began her involve...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Mark Simmonds, Founder of Broken Shed Vodka, a super premium quality vodka with award-winning, smooth taste and sustainable distillation practices, operating out of Wanaka, New Zealand. As a master blender with 30 years of experience in the beverage industry, Mark brings a wealth of knowledge and was been a pivotal force in the creation of B...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Claudio Stefani Giusti, owner and CEO of Acetaia Giusti, the oldest balsamic vinegar producer in Modena, Italy. Before joining the family business, Claudio graduated in management engineering from the University of Bologna followed by an extensive consulting career where he traveled the globe working with important multinational companies. I...

On this edition of the Cultivated By Caryn show, Host Caryn Antonini visits the Rowayton Farmer's Market in Rowayton Connecticut. Caryn speaks with vendors, farmers, and merchants who set up shop at this well attended event at Pinkney Park . Learn more at  Rowayton Farmers' Market ### Get great recipes from Caryn at https://carynantonini.com/recipes/

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Navah Frost, the creative force behind Frosted by Navah, a New York City based cake business, known for its stunning botanical buttercream cakes and cupcakes. A former classical pianist, Navah spent years captivating audiences with her artistry and precision on the piano. Today, as a self-taught baker, she brings that same passion, disciplin...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Franz Mitterrutzner, a seasoned Italian food marketing executive and agribusiness leader, who is known for his advocacy for protecting and recognizing the uniqueness of regional food products through international geographical designations. Franz served as CEO of the Consortium for Speck Alto Adige, the quality consortium safeguarding South...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Mohammad Salehi, owner of Heray Spice, a Chicago-based Saffron and spice company committed to quality, freshness and transparency. Born and raised in Herat, Afhganistan, Mohammad grew up in a farming family. As a teenager he became a linguist and interpreter for the U.S. Army and Marines at Camp Stone in 2014. Receiving a special visa, he im...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by José Valdez, Maestro Tequilero at Partida Tequila in Jalisco, Mexico. A trained industrial engineer turned master distiller, José oversees every step of the production, from agave harvest to barrel aging, always maintaining Partida’s signature additive‑free purity and precision. Under his guidance, Partida has earned acclaim as ‘the world’s...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Olive Hamilton Russell, a vintner, award-winning author, media personality and owner & operator of Hamilton Russell Vineyards Oregon. The vineyard is a producer of carefully selected single vineyard Willamette Valley Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Olive grew up in South Africa on a cattle farm, which had been in her family for nearly 200 yea...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Alex Gomberg, Vice President of Brooklyn Seltzer Boys, a family run business now in its fourth generation. Alex is currently the youngest seltzer man in the United States, the owner of the last remaining seltzer shop in New York City, and his company is one of only three siphon seltzer bottling plants left in the country. Originally operatin...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Cassidee Dabney, Executive Chef at the Barn at Blackberry Farm, a luxury resort and farm located in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee. Chef Cassidee grew up with an appreciation for nature’s bounty and seasonal freshness which provided a solid foundation for her culinary path. She is a graduate of the New England Culinary Ins...

On this edition of Cultivated By Caryn, Host Caryn Antonini (and Producer John Iannuzzi) shares tips on making the most out of the Independence Day Holiday weekend.  Safe, fun, festive Backyard BBQ's, Beach, and more.  Enjoy, and happy 4th!  Cultivated By Caryn Podcast/Radio show is a presentation of Park City Productions 06604 LLC  ### Get great recipes from Caryn at https://carynantonini.co...

Chef Tom Hishon, co-founder of Daily Bread Bakery, and Kingi, an award-winning restaurant, dedicated to highlighting sustainable seafood, which is located in Auckland, New Zealand at the Hotel Britomart. Chef Tom grew up in Auckland then traveled the world as a young chef before returning to his home country where he first opened Orphan’s Kitchen and then Daily Bread. In October 2020, he opened Ki...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Chef David Burke, one of the leading pioneers in American cooking and President of David Burke Hospitality Management, based in New York. Chef David was first recognized for his kitchen mastery at the age of 26 while Executive Chef at New York’s legendary River Cafe, receiving a 3 star review from the New York Times. He also won the prestigi...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Michelin-starred and critically acclaimed Chef John Tesar.  John is an author, consultant, seasoned media personality and the owner and chef of the Tesar Restaurant Group, based in Dallas Texas, which has a footprint in the south as well as both coasts. With over 40 years of experience in the culinary industry, John is known for his classica...

 On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Chef Mauro Colagreco in Palm Beach, where he helms Florie’s restaurant, delivering the spirit of the French Riviera through his exceptional cuisine. South Florida is Chef’s home away from home, as he and his family reside in Menton, France where he operates his acclaimed flagship restaurant, Mirazur, a three Michelin starred restaurant whic...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Dino Borri, an Italian born, New York based global connecter who brings, people, brands and cultures together through food, wine, design and stories. Dino hails from the town of Bra in Piemonte, a region in Northern Italy celebrated for its rich culinary traditions. Dino is a prominent figure in the global culinary scene, and began his caree...

On this week’s episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by the very talented, Darcy Miller, founder of Darcy Miller Designs, a boutique creative studio in New York City. Darcy is an author, illustrator, crafter and creative visionary, who began her career working at Martha Stewart Living and was quickly tapped for her creative talents, becoming one of the founding editors at Martha Stewart Weddings....