Eat This! Drink That!

Visiting Bernard Callebaut in Victoria I caught up with manager Brad Potentier and talked and tasted the wonderful chocolates on offer.  The store fittings and lighting highlight the quality products.  These are "serious" chocolates that now include savory as well as sweet.  Think rosemary and spiced sea salts for charcuterie boards!  Yes, why not a 5 course dinner that has paired chocolate treats with each experience.  

I am inspired by the people I meet.  Andrew is definitely a model for how to turn lemons into lemonade.  Wheelchairs, adapted spaces, and loads of supportive friends Andrew leads a happy and productive life.  He is an entrepreneur, educator, husband and father. Injured in a hockey accident this has not slowed him down.  We talk about his garden, how he has adapted and become aware and agile - through technology and assistance - to do anything.  We live in amazing time period where many can become enabled differently. 

Legendary fishing guru Bob Izumi is my guest on this episode.  I just want to listen to it over and over for the stories he shares.  Fishing does improve your quality of life folks!

I loved recording this episode.  The Doran Planetarium at Laurentian University is a little gem of a facility.  Dr. Paul Emile Legault shares his enthusiasm and strongly believes knowledge about space, our solar system, our planet enriches our lives.  

I would not normally include family on my program, but the topic is interesting enough to engage everyone at the table.  Over dinner in a Bavarian wood 3 young Germans and 2 Canadians answer questions about tattoos. Why get a tattoo, what image(s) to select, and where to place them are but three of the discussion elements.

Trained in Cariology Dr. Shane Williams - transplanted from Newfoundland to Bracebridge, Ontario - talks with Hugh about balance, plant-based diets, and the larger concept of health.  His practice is unique in the Muskokas and has attracted attention of many across a much larger landscape.  He also hosts learning opportunities, focused dinners, lectures, and consultations on wellness.

A conversation with Paul Lacerte on the Moosehide Campaign.  

Emma Knight offers a snapshot of how Greenhouse started, their journey, and what they are today.  Cold Pressed juices of all description are now available nationally.  I am delighted to find them in the Air Canada Café near gate 22 at YYZ.  Listen and learn what makes their product line different - and better - than others on the market.  Growth from one 300 sq ft facility to the manufactory and distribution system of 2020 has been rocket-like, but Greenhouse has kept true to it vision. 

Max Merrifield speaks on the upcoming 49th edition of NLFB.  This is Canada's longest continuously running folk festival and it happens right here in the Nickel Capital every July.  

Dermatologist, Dr. Lyne Giroux describes some of the many diseases of the skin, treatments and fresh research.  Her clinic does both the medical and cosmetic services that keep people healthy, and also happy with the look and feel of their skin.

With several books behind her and an upcoming release (May 2020) of one on Grief, Lise Leblanc knows the value of caregiving.  She also speaks on the potential for burn-out and being overwhelmed by situations the caregiver faces.  While there are professionals the bulk of caregiving falls to family members who do not always have the skills, knowledge, network, nor capacity to deal with increasing levels of need.  Lise shares her story and talks about how her insights, observations, and real world experiences may help you in this role.

Do you know where the only Canadian drive thru healthfood store is?  Val Caron is located just 15 minutes north of Sudbury's downtown core and One Stop Naturals is housed in a repurposed Harvey's.  The drive thru could have been seen as a detractor, but Jessica Ernewein had the vision to use it in many novel ways.  Not only organic teas and coffee are take out, but place your order for homeopathic remedies, and organic products and you can pick it up at the window.  If getting in and out of you vehicle is difficult imagine what this means! A wonderful bright store with clean lines and knowledgeable staff... listen to this episode and learn more.  

This episode was recorded at The Royal Ottawa Golf and Country Club in the fall of 2018 and broadcast in June of 2019.  The tasting demonstrates the diversity of Italian wines, the spectrum of grapes, and the geographical and soil complexities in selecting varieties and vineyards.

Jazz Sudbury's Allan Walsh sits down with Hugh at Kuppajo to talk about the annual September Festival and the history of jazz in Sudbury

Ending violence against, and harm of women and girls is the objective of Paul Lacerte's Moose Hide Campaign.  Hugh and Paul have a conversation about how the campaign works, who programs are being delivered to, and collaboration with police forces across the country.  This originally BC campaign is now national and is transferrable to other countries. Airing on CKLU the day before Valentine's it hopefully reminds us about love and kindness.

I've been wanting to share this for some time.  Originally broadcast perhaps 2 years ago the story remains fresh and current.  Veronique is known internationally for her expertise in wine knowledge and has reached incredible heights in her career.  I knew her at Gatineau's Les Fourgeres and across Ottawa's wine scene.  She now runs Soif and also is Air Canada's sommelier.  This episode is on selecting wines for flights across Canada and around the globe.

Australian born Sean Soole knows the hospitality industry like no one else.  He has opened, redesigned, and successfully run restaurants, lounges and bars in the south island.  He made his mark in Victoria, B.C. and now does globally respected books on cocktails while consulting on all things food: from menus to management. 

This is a conversation with Norm Eady.  Bryston's has been a leader in delivering quality catering and dining at their Copper Cliff heritage building and at Science North under the care of Red Seal chef Mel Eady.  We talk about the history of the company, the importance of a team with both skill and passion, employee retention, and client satisfaction. 

Hugh talks with Colin McGuire at Knifewear.  This shop (and it other locations) house Canada's best selection of Japanese Knives, sharpening stones, and chef's tools. Yes, they have mail-in and in-store knife sharpening services available, but if you want knowledge this is your one stop for gathering awareness and finding the knife best for you.  

Marc Turgeon talks about innovation and collaboration Engineer Marc Turgeon works at 1545 Maley Drive in Sudbury.  He talks about innovation and the benefits of being at NORCAT and in the Fortin Discovery Lab.