"Episode 228, 2024 Culinary Insights: A Feast for the Future"

In this episode of "The Edible Valley Podcast," Chefs Jonathan Frazier and William Stringer dish out the latest culinary trends of 2024. Are you diving into unconventional delights like "Snacks for Dinner" or embracing the rise of "Nonalcoholic Spirits and Wine"? Join the hosts as they explore the innovative realms of "Plant-Based Cuisine," the allure of "Gourmet White Chocolate," and the cultural fusion in "Third-Culture Cuisine." Discover if your kitchen is equipped with the trendsetting "Countertop Ovens" and explore the flavor journey with "Ube." It's a flavorful odyssey.

Episode 183 "Table for one, dining with or without"

In today's episode, we discuss the pros and cons of dining both with, and without companions. Does it affect the experience? The food? The enjoyment? Listen in for Jonathan's, William's, and Darren's various takes' on the matter. 

Episode 169 "Bar none, no problem"

William, Darren, and guest JP Murimuri have some laughs and reminenisce while discussing cocktails and non-alcohol options.

Episode 168 "BreakFast at Tidal Cafe"

What a great time we had talking to the owners of Tidal Cafe! Kurt and Blythe Reimer were exuberant, enthusiastic, and gracious guests on this episode the Edible Valley. Their passion for the Valley, good food, and building community bursts forth in everything they do. It's impossible to not get swept up in their energy and dedication to their craft!
 
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Episode 162 " What is this Edible thing all About?"

Do you eat, drink, think, local? We have “Edible Vancouver Island” to talk with us about their new with quarterly publication and online resource, committed to celebrating and promoting the local food and drink culture of Vancouver Island. Dawn Postnikoff (Publisher / Editor) and Danika McDowell (Creative Director) join us to discuss their new project. 

Episode 156 "Where to eat?"

This week the boys have the chance to catch up and talk with each other. Darren takes time to go over of few of his favourite places around the valley that he has had the chance to visit in the last little while. If your looking for a new spots or revisiting an old one ,you may have to check out this episode. With over 100 places around to visit we chat about restaurants, pubs, food trucks, cafes and more.  Jonathan also drops some hints of his next venture.

Episode 154 "What to drink? Heavenly Libations"

It's time to quench your thirst! We are lucky enough to have Jessica Macpherson of Heavenly Libations come to the studio to talk about shrubs. What’s a shrub, you ask? You'll have an to listen to Jessica explain their make up, history and flavours. From sodas to cocktails, this old school way of preserving will touch your taste buds

Episode 144" How do you set food cost"

Ever wonder how chefs come up with menu prices? Or what goes into creating the dollar amount you see on menus and how exactly restaurants make their money? On this episode, the first of three, we examine the ever fluctuating cost of food itself. Please enjoy, and as always we enjoy your feedback and reviews.

Episode 126 "What is hot on the dinner Table?"

 
This time we're talking about what's hot on the dinner table. Checking out the Canadian food scene we go through the top 10 of great food eats and up-and-coming trends for this year 2017.
 

Episode #90 "Comox Valley Dine Around with Deana Simkin of Billy Ds Pub"

Comox Valley Dine Around 2016 is coming up quick, so we sat down with Deana Simkin for all of the details. Deana is A member of the committee that organizes the event, as well as a participant with her own local business - Billy D's Pub and Bistro. Deana brings us up to speed on the history of Dine Around, its growing success, and the future of where it's headed! We also talk a little bit about its branching into other events, such as the Sip Around and Brews Cruise. Everyone in the local food industry is gearing up and getting excited as the event itself is right around the corner! Listen in and get all the details.
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