Tastemaker Talk

Abbey & Chandice were joined by Bill & Duane of CultivateWP for an insightful and empowering conversation in Episode 7 of Tastemaker Talk!  The team discussed the latest food news, upcoming Tastemaker events, and the services offered by Cultivate WP to help content creators. They also explored the reasons for customizing website themes, the most sought-after features by creators, and the p...

Abbey and Chandice hosted the sixth episode of Tastemaker Talk live from the 2024 Food Photography Workshop + Retreat in ITALY, recapping their insights and inspiration thus far. Joined by educator and photographer Rachel Korinek (Two Loves Studios), the group shared their recent food and photography experiences in Italy, emphasizing the importance of storytelling, learning new skills, and venturi...

In Episode 5 of Tastemaker Talk, Chandice & Abbey discussed the importance of establishing an individual workflow to prioritize work tasks AND joy in the busy months of summer. They also shared personal strategies for managing work goals with family needs, and dealing with burnout, with a focus on the challenges and solutions of working from home. Lastly, they discussed content planning and cr...

In Episode 4 of Tastemaker Talk, Abbey & Chandice were joined by Yoli Ouiya, co-founder of the Food + Equity Wellness Collective (FWEC), an initiative dedicated to promoting inclusivity and equity in the food and wellness industries.  Yoli, Abbey, and Chandice discussed the significance of equity for diverse content creators, challenges faced in the food content creation industry, and the impo...

In Episode 3 of Tastemaker Talk, Abbey and Chandice discussed the importance of reflection and improvement in Q2 and Q3, with a focus on the food creator industry.  They shared their experiences and strategies for running successful businesses, including the importance of regular content updates, email marketing, and addressing community pain points.  The discussion also covered the role of AI in...

In the second episode of Tastemaker Talk, SEO experts Arsen Rabinovich (TopHatRank) and Andrew Wilder (NerdPress) join Abbey & Chandice to talk about how food bloggers can ensure success within the ever-changing SEO landscape.  Arsen & Andrew share suggestions for food bloggers who are trying to create helpful content, discuss how to optimize for user intent, and provide resources for cond...

In Episode One of Tastemaker Talk, Abbey & Chandice explore the exciting and rewarding journey of running a business with your best friend. Along with sharing the inspiring story of how they met, they also discuss the importance of support & trust when starting or growing a business, the process of setting & maintaining boundaries, and the logistics of building a team as a small busine...