Travis Russell

Flyover Food

Arts EN ↓ 19 episodes

A Survey of the People and Places Working in the Business of Food in the Air CapitalWichita, Kansas, famously known as the "Air Capital of the World," is a hub of aviation, innovation, and, perhaps less known, a thriving food scene. Beneath the hum of aircraft engines and the hustle of aerospace manufacturing, there’s a burgeoning community of chefs, farmers, food entrepreneurs, and culinary innovators. These are the individuals and businesses working to shape the flavor of the Air Capital—creating a rich tapestry of food culture that reflects both the city’s history and its modern evolution....

Author

Travis Russell

Category

Arts

Podcast website

www.kmuw.org

Latest episode

Jun 5, 2026

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Episodes

After the Storm 05.06.2026

Sometimes, a disaster shows how much support there is in a community. Chef Travis Russell witnessed this recently.

Cyanotypes at Kangrow Farms 22.05.2026

On today's Flyover Food, Chef Travis Russell returns to one of his favorite places for dinner - and a workshop.

Donuts that are a dream 08.05.2026

An established place for local collaboration is now serving as a place for culinary pop-ups. Chef Travis Russell tells us more in today's Flyover Food.

Against the Clock in the Kitchen 10.04.2026

Last time, Chef Travis Russell shared his visit to the Pro Start Invitational - a contest for high school students who want to enter the world of restaurants and hospitality. He tells us about the culinary arts portion of the competition on today's "Flyover Food."

Kansas high schoolers try their hand at becoming the next generation of hospitality leaders 27.03.2026

On this week’s Flyover Food, Chef Travis Russell takes us inside the next generation of hospitality leaders.

How Chefs Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day 13.03.2026

For Chef Travis Russell, St. Patrick’s Day has always been the real start of spring so, to celebrate the season and the holiday, he’s sharing some area chefs’ specialties on today’s Flyover Food.

Wichita on the James Beard Map 30.01.2026

January can seem quiet after the excitement - and in the restaurant industry, the work - of the holiday season. But January also has things to look forward to. Chef Travis Russell tells us about one on today's "Flyover Food."

Spawning spores for future fruit 16.01.2026

Here in Kansas, it may not always feel like mid-January. With daytime highs climbing into the 50s and 60s, it's easy to forget that winter still has a grip on the growing season. On today's "Flyover Food," Chef Travis Russell tells us about the impact of the winter months on the world of food.

Resolutions and reflections into the New Year 02.01.2026

The holidays are behind us, and a new year is underway. Chef Travis Russell reflects on the resolutions guiding him into 2026.

Better Flavor: Finding joy in simplicity 19.12.2025

It’s the holiday season — a time that focuses on food and togetherness. It can also mean hectic days and nights for some people.

How to make champurrado-style hot chocolate Video 05.12.2025

This week on Flyover Food, Chef Travis Russell traces the journey of atole and champurrado — from their Mesoamerican origins to a modern holiday cup served right here in Wichita.

Dale dale dale: Justin Favela’s celebration of art, community and food 21.11.2025

Chef Travis Russell recently stepped into a vibrant fiesta — a celebration of family, community and art. He tells us about it on today's Flyover Food.

Trash to table: Local efforts in food rescue 07.11.2025

On this week’s "Flyover Food," Chef Travis Russell highlights ICT Food Rescue — a Wichita organization working to connect surplus food from local restaurants with people in need.

The fried chicken capital of the world 24.10.2025

Residents of Pittsburg, Kansas, proudly call their corner of Crawford County the Fried Chicken Capital of the World and there are several competing restaurants. Chef Travis Russell recently visited one of them and explains why he's now a devoted fan.

We’re on 'your' cider 10.10.2025

Fall in Kansas means cooler air, golden fields, and fresh apples at local orchards. Chef Travis Russell took his son Arlo on a short drive to Rose Hill to learn a little more about their favorite apples - and the cider they become. We learn about the orchard they visited on today’s Flyover Food.

Food, music and tradition at the Walnut Valley Festival 26.09.2025

The Walnut Valley Festival took place last weekend. It's a huge celebration of music, art, community... and food. Chef Travis Russell tells us more on today's "Flyover Food."

Garlic brings people together. 12.09.2025

Garlic...it's a kitchen staple and it's available at nearly every grocery store in the country. But this unassuming bulb is much more complex than you might think. Chef Travis Russell tells us more in today's Flyover Food.

Experience the sounds and smells of the Boun Pravet Festival 29.08.2025

This week on “Flyover Food,” chef Travis Russell shares his excitement about attending the upcoming festival held at the Lao Buddhist Associates of Kansas Temple with family and friends.

Kansas’ grain of the future 15.08.2025

Even though Autumn's still a few weeks off, the wheat harvest has pretty much wrapped up. On today's "Flyover Food," Chef Travis Russell tells us about a different kind of grain - and the folks working to grow something with deeper roots.

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