The Future Of Food Is You

Adrianne Paerels, the artist and designer behind Hello Adrianne, is known for her charming illustrations of everything from tomatoes to tinned fish and the custom painter pants she covers in snack-inspired imagery. In this episode, host Abena Anim-Somuah chats with Adrianne about her art practice and her love of collaboration. Adrianne shares how her work with brands like Fishwife, San Pellegrino, and Grillo’s Pickles came to be, and how she was commissioned to make a pair of pants for Emma Chamberlain of Chamberlain Coffee. Don’t miss Adrianne’s voicemail to her future self.Visit Cherry Bombe’s Event Calendar for our Summer Series details.More on Adrianne: Instagram, website, shop Hello AdrianneFollow Abena on InstagramCherry Bombe on InstagramFuture Of Food Is You transcripts can be found here.Hosted by Abena Anim-SomuahProduced by Kerry Diamond, Catherine Baker, and Elizabeth VogtEdited by Jenna SadhuContent & Partnerships Manager Londyn CrenshawRecorded at CityVox Studios in NYCThe Future Of Food Is You is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network

Today’s guest is Ella Quittner, a journalist making a name for herself in food media with articles like “I Love You, but I Hate Your Cooking” in The New York Times and “The Bizarre Allure of Sexy Cakes” in New York Magazine. Before she started her freelance career and writing for prominent media outlets, Ella spent years working in finance. Host Abena Anim-Somuah chats with Ella about how she made that jump, what draws her to writing about culture, and how she identifies the trends that she covers. Ella also talks about her forthcoming cookbook and shares her observations on the state of food media today. Don’t miss Ella’s voicemail to her future self.Get tickets for our Las Vegas event on Monday, June 24th, here.Visit Cherry Bombe’s Event Calendar for our Summer Series details.More on Ella: Instagram, websiteFollow Abena on InstagramCherry Bombe on InstagramFuture Of Food Is You transcripts can be found here.Hosted by Abena Anim-SomuahProduced by Kerry Diamond, Catherine Baker, and Elizabeth VogtEdited by Jenna SadhuContent & Partnerships Manager Londyn CrenshawRecorded at CityVox Studios in NYCThe Future Of Food Is You is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network

Kelsey Armstrong is the artist behind Haricot Vert, the Brooklyn-based jewelry and accessories line. There’s a good chance the coolest person you know has an Haricot Vert earring or necklace or bag in their collection. Kelsey’s pieces, which she calls wearable poetry, feature whimsical charms in unique combinations. Think tiny radishes, sticks of butter, raspberry tarts, shrimp, and more. Host Abena Anim-Somuah chats with Kelsey about the story behind Haricot Vert, how her creativity was sparked during her time in Paris, the new Haricot Vert shop in Brooklyn, and how she creates her signature picto-charms. Kelsey’s advice to fellow creatives: Believe in yourself, keep it simple, don’t overthink things, and if it’s not perfect…it’s okay!⁠Don’t miss Kelsey’s voicemail to her future self.Visit Cherry Bombe’s Event Calendar for our Summer Series dates, details, and tickets.More on Kelsey: Haricot Vert, websiteFollow Abena on InstagramCherry Bombe on InstagramFuture Of Food Is You transcripts can be found here.Hosted by Abena Anim-SomuahProduced by Kerry Diamond, Catherine Baker, and Elizabeth VogtEdited by Jenna SadhuContent Operations Manager Londyn CrenshawRecorded at CityVox Studios in NYCThe Future Of Food Is You is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network

During the pandemic, Vivian Lin was a sustainably-minded young architect living at home in New York City with her parents. She was working for a top international firm and decided to launch a compost company on the side. In just a few months, Vivian left her promising career behind and dedicated herself full-time to her fledgling business, Groundcycle. At the time, New York City had canceled compost collections. “I felt a sense of urgency,” she tells host Abena Anim-Somuah. “Everything was going to landfill.” Vivian shares the story of how Groundcycle has expanded to more of a closed-loop system. The company now picks up compost from residents, events, and small businesses including restaurants, coffee shops, and florists, and delivers vegetables from their farm partners. They also do food rescue, launched a zine called Seedlin, and hosted a zero-waste bake sale. Tune in to learn more about Vivian and Groundcycle.Don’t miss Vivian’s voicemail to her future self.More on Vivan: Groundcycle, websiteFollow Abena on InstagramCherry Bombe on InstagramFuture Of Food Is You transcripts can be found hereHosted by Abena Anim-SomuahProduced by Kerry Diamond, Catherine Baker, and Elizabeth VogtEdited by Jenna SadhuContent Operations Manager Londyn CrenshawRecorded at CityVox Studios in NYCThe Future Of Food Is You is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network

Stephanie Lau is on a mission to bring people together. A CPA by day, she started a monthly potluck called Cookbook Club out of her one-bedroom apartment in Brooklyn. Today, the Cookbook Club events draw dozens of attendees.In this episode, host Abena Anim-Somuah dives deep into the world of cookbooks with Stephanie. They discuss the titles Stephanie grew up with, including “Joy of Cooking” and Mark Bittman’s “How to Cook Everything,” and why it’s important for her to feature authors of color like Hetty Lui McKinnon and Natasha Pickowicz. Stephanie also talks about balancing her full-time job as an accountant with her new role as a community-builder.Don’t miss Stephanie’s voicemail to her future self.More on Stephanie: InstagramFollow Abena on InstagramCherry Bombe on InstagramFuture Of Food Is You transcripts can be found hereHosted by Abena Anim-SomuahProduced by Kerry Diamond, Catherine Baker, and Elizabeth VogtEdited by Jenna SadhuContent Operations Manager Londyn CrenshawRecorded at CityVox Studios in NYCThe Future Of Food Is You is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network

Today’s guest is Lily Geiger, founder of Figlia, a nonalcoholic beverage brand she founded with the mission of changing drinking culture. Having grown up with a parent who battled alcoholism, Lily says she started Figlia “for those who are going zero proof, for whatever reason.” Figlia is more than just a zero-proof drink option. The brand also aspires to help non-drinkers feel empowered to share their experiences. Lily and host Abena Anim-Somuah discuss the story behind Figlia and how the values of community and philanthropy underpin the brand. Don’t miss Lily’s voicemail to her future self.*Please note that alcoholism is discussed throughout the episode. More on Lily: Instagram, Figlia, websitePartnership to End Addiction websiteFollow Abena on InstagramCherry Bombe on InstagramFuture Of Food Is You transcripts can be found hereHosted by Abena Anim-SomuahProduced by Kerry Diamond, Catherine Baker, and Elizabeth VogtEdited by Jenna SadhuContent Operations Manager Londyn CrenshawRecorded at CityVox Studios in NYCThe Future Of Food Is You is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network

Lauren Dozier’s cookies are more than just sweet treats. Incorporating influences from fine art, fashion, children’s books, and her ancestors, Lauren has delighted her followers and collaborated with the likes of Loeffler Randall and The Six Bells. She takes vintage and coquette aesthetics to a whole new level with her viral quilt cookies, gingham slice-and-bakes, and other confections, and it’s not surprising to learn she’s inspired by artists including Mary Cassatt, Betye Saar, and Beatrix Potter.Lauren and host Abena Anim-Somuah discuss Lauren’s unique baking style, how loving vintage things and antiques as Black women can feel complicated at times, and how virtual interactions can lead to meaningful connections in real life.Don’t miss Lauren’s voicemail to her future self.More on Lauren: Instagram, SubstackFollow Abena on InstagramCherry Bombe on InstagramFuture Of Food Is You transcripts can be found hereHosted by Abena Anim-SomuahProduced by Kerry Diamond, Catherine Baker, and Elizabeth VogtEdited by Jenna SadhuContent Operations Manager Londyn CrenshawRecorded at CityVox Studios in NYCThe Future Of Food Is You is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network

Today’s guest is Amber Mayfield Hewett, the party planner and entrepreneur behind the companies To Be Hosted and While Entertaining Media. Amber joins host Abena Anim-Somuah to talk about the flagship WE Gala, her time as an NBC page, the media company she launched in her 20s, and why she’d love to plan events for Rihanna and 2 Chainz. Don’t miss Amber’s voicemail to her future self.More on Amber: Instagram, To Be Hosted, While EntertainingFollow Abena on InstagramCherry Bombe on InstagramFuture Of Food Is You transcripts can be found hereHosted by Abena Anim-SomuahProduced by Kerry Diamond, Catherine Baker, and Elizabeth VogtEdited by Jenna SadhuContent Operations Manager Londyn CrenshawRecorded at CityVox Studios in NYCThe Future Of Food Is You is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network

Today’s guest is Madeline Bach, the founder and cake artist behind Frosted Hag. Madeline’s cakes are colorful, maximalist creations, crowded with whimsical toppings that beckon you to lean in for a closer look. In this episode, host Abena Anim-Somuah and Madeline discuss the inspiration behind her cakes, her time working as a “gallerina” at a Lower East Side art gallery, and the special people and events she’s made cakes for, including Harry Styles’ Madison Square Garden residency and her collaboration with MAC Cosmetics. Tune in to learn all about Madeline’s frosting philosophy, her artistic idols including Lana del Rey, Pink Pantheress, and Depeche Mode, and why she loves “being on the other side of a celebration” as a cake artist. Don’t miss Madeline’s voicemail to her future self!More on Madeline: Instagram, websiteFollow Abena on InstagramCherry Bombe on InstagramFuture Of Food Is You transcripts can be found hereHosted by Abena Anim-SomuahProduced by Kerry Diamond, Catherine Baker, and Elizabeth VogtEdited by Jenna SadhuContent Operations Manager Londyn CrenshawRecorded at CityVox Studios in NYCThe Future Of Food Is You is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network

Gabrielle Chappel is a rising culinary star and current contestant on Fox’s “Next Level Chef,”the Gordon Ramsay competition show. Gabrielle cites her childhood in rural Pennsylvania as having sparked her interest in intentional ingredient sourcing, seasonality, and nutrition. After working odd jobs and grinding in the world of journalism, Gabrielle found her true calling in food. These days, she’s determined to redefine the way we think about plant-based eating and what we consider delicious. Tune in to learn all about Gabrielle’s cooking philosophy, her idols including Alice Waters, Julia Child, and Yotam Ottolenghi, and her experience on “Next Level Chef,” which is streaming now on Hulu. Don’t miss Gabrielle’s voicemail to her future self!More on Gabrielle: Instagram, website, "Next Level Chef"Follow Abena on InstagramCherry Bombe on InstagramFuture Of Food Is You transcripts can be found hereLearn more about Cherry Bombe Jubilee hereHosted by Abena Anim-SomuahProduced by Kerry Diamond, Catherine Baker, and Elizabeth VogtEdited by Jenna SadhuContent Operations Manager Londyn CrenshawRecorded at CityVox Studios in NYCThe Future Of Food Is You is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network

Cooking has always been at the center of Hailee Catalano’s world. She grew up watching The Food Network, inspired by cooks like Rachael Ray and watching the adults cook in her Sicilian-German home. Some of our guests have winding paths into the food world but Hailee was on a mission from day one. After attending the Culinary Institute of America, she started her career in restaurant kitchens. When her plan to break into the New York restaurant scene was upended by COVID, Hailee started thinking outside of the box. She got a job as an Instacart shopper for a test kitchen and started making cooking videos as a creative outlet. Today, she’s garnered a devoted following across social channels, and she’s not stopping anytime soon.Hailee joins host Abena Anim-Somuah to chat about finding her voice and balancing her life as a content creator. They talk about how her videos have evolved, from the “hands-and-pans” style to the more personal content her audience connects with today: calm, straightforward walk-throughs of comforting recipes, made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Listen to Hailee’s top pieces of advice for homecooks, her stance on dill, and what it’s like sharing a kitchen with Chuck Cruz, her partner and a fellow content creator. Don’t miss Hailee’s voicemail to her future self!Thank you to Kerrygold, Hampton Grocer, and Dona for supporting today’s show.  More on Hailee: Instagram, website, TikTokFollow Abena on InstagramCherry Bombe on InstagramFuture Of Food Is You transcripts can be found hereLearn more about Cherry Bombe Jubilee hereHosted by Abena Anim-SomuahProduced by Kerry Diamond, Catherine Baker, and Elizabeth VogtEdited by Jenna SadhuEditorial Assistant Londyn CrenshawRecorded at CityVox Studios in NYCThe Future Of Food Is You is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network

Valeria Alvarez is on a mission to make something beautiful out of ugly fruit. After a trip to Indonesia that inspired her to start a smoothie bowl business, Valeria began researching the food system in earnest. She quickly discovered the monstrous amount of bananas that become trash every year and Peel Soft Serve, the banana-based soft-serve shop in Miami Shores, was born. Made of only two ingredients, bananas and coconut milk, the soft serve is a sustainable treat fit for the future. Valeria chats with host Abena Anim-Somuah about her upbringing in Colombia, the ins and outs of running a sustainable food business, and the story behind the original “Peel-mobile,” a retrofitted Italian Piaggio.  Don’t miss Valeria’s voicemail to her future self!Thank you to Kerrygold, Hampton Grocer, and Dona for supporting today’s show.  More on Valeria: Instagram, Peel Soft ServeFollow Abena on InstagramCherry Bombe on InstagramFuture Of Food Is You transcripts can be found hereLearn more about Cherry Bombe Jubilee hereHosted by Abena Anim-SomuahProduced by Kerry Diamond, Catherine Baker, and Elizabeth VogtEdited by Jenna SadhuEditorial Assistant Londyn CrenshawRecorded at CityVox Studios in NYCThe Future Of Food Is You is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network

For Gabriella and Giovanna Favilli-Vigoreaux, community is everything. After a temporary move to their home state of Florida became permanent, Gabi and Gio embarked on a journey to love the place they had once decided to leave. The transition from New York City food and media scene to Floridian farmers markets wasn’t seamless, but with the help of friends and family, the couple found their footing and are set to open their first brick-and-mortar bakery, Bandidas Bakeshop, this April. Gabi and Gio join host Abena Anim-Somuah to talk about adapting the flavors they love from their Nicaraguan and Puerto Rican heritages, advocating for LGBTQ+ representation, and the village it takes to open up a small business. Don’t miss Gabi and Gio’s voicemails to their future selves!Thank you to Kerrygold and Simpli for supporting our podcast. More on Gabi & Gio: Bandidas Bake Shop, website, writingFollow Abena on InstagramCherry Bombe on InstagramFuture Of Food Is You transcripts can be found hereLearn more about Cherry Bombe’s Sit With Us dinners hereHosted by Abena Anim-SomuahProduced by Kerry Diamond, Catherine Baker, and Elizabeth VogtEdited by Jenna SadhuEditorial Assistant Londyn CrenshawRecorded at CityVox Studios in NYCThe Future Of Food Is You is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network

If former Cherry Bombe intern Chayil Hyland has anything to do with it, the future of hospitality is going to be bright and diverse. A junior at Cornell’s School of Hotel Administration, Chayil grew up in a Trinidadian-Guyanese family in Queens and fell in love with food while cooking with her mother and grandmother and watching “Chopped,” “Beat Bobby Flay,” and “Ratatouille.” She later attended Food and Finance, the culinary-focused public high school in Manhattan, and worked on several Food Education Fund-backed projects, including the student-run Pass The Spatula magazine. Chayil talks to host Abena Anim-Somuah about having to choose between Cornell and a full-ride at the Culinary Institute of America, her freshman year “jump scare,” the work she’s doing as director of impact and inclusion for Hotel Ezra Cornell (the school’s student-run hospitality conference happening this April), and why she never wants to tournée another potato.Don’t miss Chayil’s voicemail to her future self!Thank you to Kerrygold, Simpli, and OpenTable for supporting our podcast. More on Chayil: Instagram, Food Education FundFollow Abena on InstagramCherry Bombe on InstagramFuture Of Food Is You transcripts can be found hereLearn more about Cherry Bombe’s Sit With Us dinners in Miami, Philly, and D.C. Hosted by Abena Anim-SomuahProduced by Kerry Diamond, Catherine Baker, and Elizabeth VogtEdited by Jenna SadhuEditorial Assistant Londyn CrenshawRecorded at CityVox Studios in NYCThe Future Of Food Is You is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network

Today’s guest is Silvana Pijoan, a second-generation vintner producing wines on Pijoan, her family estate located in Ensenada, a coastal town in the Mexican wine region Valle de Guadalupe. Silvana grew up learning the process, from grape to glass, from her winemaker father, Pau Pijoan, and eventually convinced him to start bottling natural wines.Silvana joins host Abena Anim-Somuah to chat about growing up on her father’s vineyard, bringing a modern spin to her father’s classic winemaking style, the state of wine agriculture and tourism in Mexico, and more.  Don’t miss Silvana’s voicemail to her future self!Thank you to Kerrygold, Oishii, and OpenTable for supporting our podcast. Join us for our live Future Of Food Is You podcast event in Miami on Friday, March 8th, International Women’s Day. For more details, visit cherrybombe.com. More on Silvana: Instagram, Pijoan VinosFollow Abena on InstagramCherry Bombe on InstagramFuture Of Food Is You transcripts can be found hereSubscribe to Cherry Bombe Magazine and get free shippingHosted by Abena Anim-SomuahProduced by Kerry Diamond, Catherine Baker, and Elizabeth VogtEdited by Jenna SadhuEditorial Assistant Londyn CrenshawRecorded at CityVox Studios in NYCThe Future Of Food Is You is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network

We have a special episode this week coming to you from Mexico City. Today’s guest is Lorea Olavarri. Lorea is the chef, owner, and partner of three restaurants across CDMX: Nero, a pasta bar, Er Rre, a French-style bistro, and Margot, a daytime rooftop eatery offering classic French dishes. Lorea grew up between Mexico and France in a food-obsessed family. She graduated from fashion school and worked a brief stint as a jewelry designer before developing a passion for making pasta and pivoting to food full time. Lorea joins host Abena Anim-Somuah to chat about her childhood food memories, the ins-and-outs of opening restaurants, and her dreams of staging at places like Le Bernardin in New York City.Don’t miss Lorea’s voicemail to her future self!Thank you to Kerrygold and Oishii for supporting our podcast. Want to be a guest speaker at our upcoming event in Miami on March 8th? Apply here. More on Lorea: Instagram, Er Rre, Nero, MargotFollow Abena on InstagramCherry Bombe on InstagramOdette Olaverri’s Episode can be found hereFuture Of Food Is You transcripts can be found hereSubscribe to Cherry Bombe Magazine and get free shippingHosted by Abena Anim-SomuahProduced by Kerry Diamond and Catherine BakerEdited by Jenna SadhuEditorial Assistant Londyn CrenshawRecorded at CityVox Studios in NYCThe Future Of Food Is You is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network

Today’s guest is Alice Jun, founder of Hana Makgeolli, the artisanal Korean rice wine producer based in Brooklyn. She was introduced to makgeolli at a young age, helping her father brew batches at home throughout her childhood. During her time at NYU, Alice began brewing rice wine on her own, a hobby that turned into a series of pop-up dinners, tastings, and parties. After graduation, Alice began working as a consultant at Deloitte, but continued to devote her weekends to her brewing practice. In 2017, she  made her passion her full-time profession and launched Hana Makgeolli with aspirations of becoming the foremost artisanal makgeolli brand in the United States.Alice shares how she went from making makgeolli in her dorm to building a production facility and tasting room in Brooklyn and connecting with her Korean American roots. Don’t miss her chat with host Abena Anim-Somuah or her voicemail to her future self!Thank you to Kerrygold for supporting our podcast. Learn more about Kerrygold’s butter & cheese here.More on Alice: Hana Makgeolli, websiteFollow Abena on InstagramCherry Bombe on InstagramFuture Of Food Is You transcripts can be found hereSubscribe to Cherry Bombe Magazine and get free shippingHosted by Abena Anim-SomuahProduced by Kerry Diamond and Catherine BakerEdited by Jenna SadhuEditorial Assistant Londyn CrenshawRecorded at CityVox Studios in NYCThe Future Of Food Is You is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network

Today’s guest is Chala June, the Congolese-American journalist who has made a name for themselves covering queerness in food and the intersection of cannabis and culinary for the likes of Bon Appétit, Condé Nast Traveler, Cherry Bombe, and Edible Manhattan. Chala shares how their love of food, magazines, and storytelling informed their career path; their thoughts on the future of journalism; what they learned at Bon Appétit; and why they’re rooting for the Condé Nast union. Chala also discusses their work on the groundbreaking 2023 Bon Appétit “Food Is Queer” package, and the personal reason behind their interest in food and cannabis.Don’t miss their chat with host Abena Anim-Somuah or their voicemail to their future self!Thank you to Kerrygold for supporting our podcast. Learn more about Kerrygold’s butter & cheese here.More on Chala: Instagram, Food is Queer story on Bon AppétitFollow Abena on InstagramCherry Bombe on InstagramFuture Of Food Is You transcripts can be found hereSubscribe to Cherry Bombe Magazine and get free shippingHosted by Abena Anim-SomuahProduced by Kerry Diamond and Catherine BakerEdited by Jenna SadhuEditorial Assistant Londyn CrenshawRecorded at CityVox Studios in NYCThe Future Of Food Is You is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network

Nadine Ghantous is the sous-chef at Rolo’s, a popular neighborhood restaurant in Ridgewood, Queens. After completing a biology degree at Syracuse University, she moved to New York City and pivoted to restaurants, where she found herself hosting at one of New York’s hottest restaurants, Lillia.As she learned about the delicate dance required to run a successful restaurant, she started to dream about a career in the kitchen. Today, Nadine is working the line—and the wood-fired oven—at Rolo’s, one of the most buzzed-about restaurants in Queens. She and host Abena talk about her food-centric family, her thoughts on holding space in the kitchen, and TikTok dining trends.Thank you to Kerrygold for supporting our podcast. Learn more about Kerrygold’s butter & cheese here.More on Nadine: Instagram, Rolo’sFollow Abena on InstagramCherry Bombe on InstagramFuture Of Food Is You transcripts can be found hereSubscribe to Cherry Bombe Magazine and get free shippingHosted by Abena Anim-SomuahProduced by Kerry Diamond and Catherine BakerEdited by Jenna SadhuEditorial Assistant Londyn CrenshawRecorded at CityVox Studios in NYCThe Future Of Food Is You is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network

The Future Of Food Is You is back! For the first show of 2024, host Abena Anim-Somuah is joined by Laura Katz, the founder and CEO of Helaina, a New York City-based biotech company specializing in “the next generation of nutrition.” Laura got the idea for Helaina after learning about the black market for breast milk and the surprise customer base. Not parents, but rather those looking to boost their cognition, muscle growth, and overall health. Laura shares how her love of cooking sparked an interest in food science, how a few cold emails led to the first investment in Helaina (the company has now raised $38 million), and how she’s learned to navigate entrepreneurship as a solo founder. Don’t miss Laura’s voicemail to her future self at the end of the show.Thank you to Kerrygold for supporting our podcast. Learn more about Kerrygold’s butter & cheese here.More on Laura: Instagram, LinkedIn, websiteAbena on InstagramCherry Bombe on InstagramFuture Of Food Is You transcripts can be found hereSubscribe to Cherry Bombe Magazine and get free shippingHosted by Abena Anim-SomuahProduced by Kerry Diamond and Catherine BakerEdited by Jenna SadhuEditorial Assistant Londyn CrenshawRecorded at CityVox Studios in NYCThe Future Of Food Is You is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network