Episode 217 ” North Vancouver Island Culinary Association”
Lesley Stav is the President of an organisation that provides leadership, education and certification on North Vancouver Island. Their work runs through every aspect of the Comox Valley‘s food scene, often behind the scenes and and unsung , this week we shine a light on the North Vancouver Island Chefs Association.
Episode 217 ” Niji”
Niji is one to watch, with two sold out restaurant takeovers so far and a permanent location on the way, Niji is a Comox Valley institution in the making. In this episode we meet the owners and discover their journey so far, and where they are headed!.
Episode 215 ”The Next Chapter”
We are back! In this ‘3-3-1’ episiode, your ‘3’ presenters John, Darren and William are back together! We also have 3 great guests, and 1 HUGE suprise! Join us for one episode of the Edible Valley Podcast you cant afford to miss!
Episode 210 ”Mac& Cheese”
From its humble beginnings in Italy, Mac and Cheese has long taken over North American kitchens; but far from being just a ‘Kraft dinner’ staple, the humble Mac and Cheese has now taken on a new life and reaches every further into the gourmet aisle.
This week John, Darren and William explore what it really takes to make a good Mac and Cheese, as ever stripping it back to the basics that you need to know to make this Canadian staple part of your regular cooking repertoire.
Episode 209 ”BURGER ”
Our listeners asked for it, and now we are doing it, this show is about BURGERS. Everybody likes burgers right? But are all burgers equal? In this episode of the Edible Valley Podcast we break down to the minutest detail everything that makes a good burger, from the protein, the best cut of meat, the bread, sauces and even toppings. This episode will you the key to making the burger this is guarantee to satisfy even the fussiest palate.
Episode 208 ”Organic Farming with Gerry Pattison” Farmer interview
Welcome to this second episode of The Edible Valley Podcast with Gerry Pattison of Pattison farm. In this episode we talk about organic farming , the rewards and challenges of this farming practice. Some may have said in the beginning this would be a fad, but we are lucky to learn some of the tricks of the trade that have help this farm long running farm become such an icon in the Comox Valley.
Episode 205 ” What’s trending in food?”
In this weeks episode Chef Jonathan, Darren and William explore the latest food trends that are set to take 2022 by storm, from Micro-greens to the latest immune boosting ingredients backed by science, even reinventing classic dishes - this weeks show is peppered by insight, tips and tricks to help you stay ahead of the trends!
Episode 202 Interview ” Backyard Kitchen with Cheffanie”
We had such an enjoyable time today with esteemed Chef Stephanie (or 'Chefanie', as her friends and colleagues call her). Listen in to how this Montreal native fell in love with food, coastal living, and B.C. - and how the pursuit of those loves impacted and informed her unorthodox, amazing, and enviable career in food!
Cheffanie thrives on reconnecting diners to the land while celebrating the hardworking hands that feed us; the farmer’s bounty, the artisan’s craftsmanship, the fisherman’s catch. Backyard table elevates the farm-to-table experience & offers only the best and freshest of what is seasonally available, encouraging consumers to slow down and savour every bite – a practice we can implement daily. With ideals rooted in providing outstanding local and sustainable ingredients, we treat our food with love and respect.
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Episode197 ” Who wants Locally Inspired Vegetarian Eats?”
The exuberant and lovely Maya Varela sits in today to tell us all about her amazing vegetarian meal service, L.I.V.E.
As a Red Seal Chef, she’s delivering high end cuisine to your doorstep - which has been incredibly well-received. Listen in as we walk through her first year+ of starting a new business during such adverse times.
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Episode193 "The Bacon Battle"
In this episode we debate bacon.
Episode 188 Interview "Time for pizza with Jackknife Pizza"
Back to taking with guests this episode with talk with Jim from Jackknife pizza to find out what make his pizza so great and delicious.
Episode 184 "Time to Stirfry."
You asked ,we reply!
A long time listener of The Edible Valley Podcast asked for tips on stir-fry’s. We took the opportunity to dig right in and discuss our favourite aspects and elements of this family classic.
Stay tune for an upcoming video of this podcast.
Episode183 "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.
Edible Valley Look Back 1A " Our 1st Episode: Blayne & Jon"
This month marks our nine year anniversary of the Edible Valley Podcast. We are so proud of what we've been able to accomplish, and the absolute variety of people in our local food culture that we've been lucky to discuss 'all things food' with these past nine years.
To celebrate, we're bringing you an edited down recast of our first episode, complete with retro intro. (can you believe how tinny the sound quality was back then?). Thank you so much for continuing to listen, and for all of you support of our love for local food and the many stories making up our EdibleValley!
Episode 180 " So you want to be a food entrepreneur?'
The boys get down to the nitty-gritty today, in a long overdue conversation about Food Entrepreneurship. In what could be a series or podcast channel all of it’s own, Jonathan, Darren and William just barely scratch the surface of their careers in the various establishments, kitchens, and venues they’ve owned, operated or managed.
We’ve highlighted roughly 7 over-arching topics in this info-packed episode, and would love to hear which of those topics you would like us to elaborate on, or go further in depth.
So give a listen and get in touch and we’ll do our best to help boost you in your food endeavours and projects!
Episode 176 "What up at the Market with Twila"
Episode 173" What up with Mushrooms?"
Episode 169 "Bar none, no problem"
Episode 164 "What is LUSH Valley ?"
Well it may have taken us sometime but we are finally able to upload this interview from an earlier time.
With all the chaos in the world to do with the Corona virus its good to know that organization like LUSH Valley (Let Us Share the Harvest) have been looking at food security in our community. Lush Valleys mission is to support the Comox Valley in gaining food-systems skills and knowledge to increase food security, self-sufficiency, and local food production across the region. We are excited to sit down with Maurita Prato Executive Director of LUSH Valley to learn just a little bit more about all the amazing things LUSH Valley does. We talk about all the program LUSH is involved with such as Fruit tree, Healthy food, Share the harvest and Garden share and learn how they are trying to shape our food community.
At this time we would also bring attention to lush valleys Emergency Food Share Program which is aimed at providing food to those in need in the Comox Valley, including those in need of financial and/or food delivery assistance. The program also provides pick-up and delivery of donated food items from businesses and supports neighbourhood food drives. If you are able to donate at this time every little bit counts.
Website: https://lushvalley.org/food-share/
Please direct all questions to [email protected] or to 250-207-HELP (4357).
Call Centre hours of operation are:Monday/Wednesday/Friday – 9:00 am to 1:00 pmTuesday/Thursday – 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Episode 163 "When do you pick Fruit?"
Our interview was with Ann Kask, author of 'Ripe' - a book on growing, handling, harvesting and cooking fruit. Recurring guest Lesley Stav of the Vancouver Island Chef's Association was on hand as well, sharing her involvement in making this book happen. It's a wonderful book, a departure from standard recipe based cook books. Love it!
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 161 "What is Seasoning?"
What is seasoning and how does it affect what we eat? In this episode Darren and Jonathan discuss the differences between seasoning and flavouring they also go into some of their tricks and recipe to help you improve some of your favourite meals.
Episode 159 "Whats in the Soup? Farm Fresh Soup Fest"
After a long break Jonathan and Darren are back from a busy summer and ready to start interviewing again. A new event “Farm Fresh Soup Fest” is coming to the Comox Valley. This food competition being hosted at the Black Creek Community Centre with the help of Lush Valley is sure to be a hit. With 10 local chefs using locally sourced ingredients to create masterful soups for 150 lucky guest. In this episode we talk with Jessie Gill marketing and event coordinator for the Black Creek Community centre and learn about the event. We also learn about some of our favourite soup and what goes into a great soup.
Episode 158" What's good at the Honey Grove?"
Well we have been sitting on this interview for a while now. This time we slow things down and find out what makes great bread. Mark from Honey Grove bakery sits down with us to discuss’s his products, where he makes it and what makes it so good. Enjoy this episode as we learn about taking your time to make something right and using only the best of ingredients.
