Erica Ashmeade

Whisk & Wonder Presents Savory Moments Podcast

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Savory Moments is a culinary podcast that celebrates the stories, flavors, and people shaping the world of food and hospitality. Hosted by a former chef and culinary consultant, each episode explores behind-the-scenes journeys of chefs, caterers, food entrepreneurs, cookbook authors, and creators who turn meals into meaningful moments. From kitchen breakthroughs to cultural food traditions, Savory Moments stirs up real talk, inspiration, and bite-sized wisdom for anyone who loves food with depth and purpose. Brought to you by Whisk & Wonder Culinary Media Productions.

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Author

Erica Ashmeade

Episodes

Savory Moments Podcast: Alex Thompson Rubbin Meat BBQ - From Family Barbecues to Business Success 15.07.2025 27:45

Summary Recorded in front of a Live TikTok Audience In this engaging conversation, Chef Erica and guest Alex discuss the journey of starting a barbecue business, the importance of family in culinary traditions, and the challenges faced in the food industry. Alex shares his aspirations for the future, including plans for a food truck and a brick-and-mortar restaurant, while also offering valuable a...

Savory Moments Podcast: From Culinary School to Private Chef: Chef RJ's Journey 08.07.2025 28:28

Summary In this episode of Savory Moments, Chef Erica Ashmeade interviews Chef RJ, a recent culinary school graduate and owner of Smoke and Roses Personal Chef Services. Chef RJ shares his journey from a young boy cooking with his mother to establishing his own private dining business in Richmond. He discusses the inspiration behind his unique cooking style, the importance of creating memorable di...

Savory Moments Podcast: Amanda D & M Valley Farm - Motherhood, Sustainability, and TikTok Pivots. 01.07.2025 48:34

Summary In this episode of Savory Moments, Chef Erica Ashmeade engages in a heartfelt conversation with Amanda from D&M Valley Farms. They explore the challenges and joys of motherhood, the experience of running a bakery and farm, and the transition to engaging with audiences on TikTok as a live host. The discussion delves into personal growth, the importance of sustainability in food sourcing...

Savory Moments Podcast: Briana White of Culturvate Enterprises on Food Writing, Representation, And The Balancing Act of A Entrepreneur. 30.06.2025 41:31

Summary In this engaging podcast conversation, our host, Chef Erica Ashmeade and guest, Briana White explore the journey of the challenges of balancing multiple ventures, and the importance of highlighting black-owned restaurants in Pittsburgh. Briana shares insights from her experiences in food blogging, event planning, and cooking, emphasizing the joy of creating memorable culinary experiences a...