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246: Uncover Halal Traditions with Yvonne Maffei: A Must-See Before Ramadan

Eating at a Meeting - June 04, 2024 16:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
To kick off Women's HERstory Month, and just ahead of and to celebrate Ramadan, I am elated to welcome the incredible Yvonne Maffei, MA, founder of My Halal Kitchen, as my next guest on Eating at a Meeting Podcast LIVE.  Internationally recognized chef, author, recipe developer, and niche mark...

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245: A Sweet Conversation With Celebrity Chef and Trendsetting Cake Designer Ron Ben-Israel

Eating at a Meeting - May 30, 2024 04:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
🎂 Get ready to indulge in a sweet episode as I sit down with the legendary Ron Ben-Israel, the mastermind behind Ron Ben-Israel Cakes in New York City.  🍰✨ From humble beginnings baking in his mother's kitchen to gracing the most prestigious events with his stunning creations, Ron's journey is...

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244: Tying the Knot with Tolerance: A Food Allergy-Friendly Wedding Journey

Eating at a Meeting - May 29, 2024 04:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
As National Wedding Month wraps up, I’m honored to be talking with Zoe Slaughter, the influential voice behind Invisibly Allergic on this week’s episode of Eating at a Meeting Podcast. Join us as we discuss the unique challenges and considerations of planning a wedding with severe food allergi...

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243: Beyond Barriers: Unleashing the Power of Inclusive Events

Eating at a Meeting - May 21, 2024 04:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
🎙️ On this episode, I sit down with Cazoshay Marie, a professional speaker and disability advocate, sharing her powerful insights on the importance of inclusion in event planning and the business benefits of creating truly accessible experiences. 🎤 🤝 I met and interviewed her at Catersource wh...

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242: Joshua House from the JDK Group

Eating at a Meeting - May 14, 2024 04:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
🎉 This week on the Eating at a Meeting Podcast, I'm thrilled to bring you Joshua House from the JDK Group, who I chatted with on the bustling floors of Catering Source in Austin, Texas. With a solid six-year track record in catering following his intense years in the restaurant scene, Joshua bri...

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241: A Trip to the South with Chef Boris Seymore

Eating at a Meeting - May 07, 2024 04:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
Live from the Catersourse + the Special Event Show...a conversation with Chef Boris Seymore about how we can and should preserve the historical food and beverage traditions and culture of the south. Join the Eating at a Meeting Community Connect with Tracy at [email protected]

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240: Our Common Ground: Laura Schwartz’s Vision for Event and Catering Pros

Eating at a Meeting - April 30, 2024 04:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
I'm thrilled to bring several episodes I did LIVE from Catersource + The Special Event Show in Austin, Texas. Right after she jumped off the keynote stage, Laura Schwartz, author, emcee, keynote speaker, and a person whom I have known and admired for more than two decades, joined me to discu...

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239: Embrace Your Heart: Eliz Greene Says Small Changes Make a Big Difference

Eating at a Meeting - April 23, 2024 04:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
Recorded on National Wear Red Day to bring greater attention to heart disease as the leading cause of death for Americans and promote steps we can take to protect our hearts and our attendees. Tracy was joined by the inspiring and amazing Eliz Greene to discuss the profound impact of stress ...

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238: Explore the Promising Growth Opportunities in the Non-Alcoholic Bev Market

Eating at a Meeting - April 16, 2024 04:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
As we bid farewell to hashtag#DryJanuary, I'm thrilled to bring you an exciting chat on the Eating at a Meeting Podcast LIVE with Marcos Salazar 🍺🍷🥃, the co-founder and CEO of the Adult Non-Alcoholic Beverage Association (ANBA) a few days after he co-produced the incredible Mindful Drinking Fes...

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237: Compelling Reasons to Serve Elevated Non Alcoholic Drinks at Your Events

Eating at a Meeting - April 09, 2024 04:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
🥂 Attention hashtag#MeetingProfs, hashtag#Caterers, and hashtag#FoodService Experts: Let's Elevate Your Events with Non-Alcoholic Drinks! 🍹 I'm thrilled to invite you to the next episode of Eating at a Meeting Podcast LIVE! to learn how to elevate your events with non-alcoholic beverages. ...

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236: Go Green — Join the Veganuary Movement & Embrace Plant-Based Eating

Eating at a Meeting - April 02, 2024 04:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
In this episode of Eating at a Meeting we explore the world of plant-based cuisine with the remarkable Char Nolan, a fervent advocate and chef renowned for her delicious and healthful plant-based creations. Char's rich background, including a degree in public health from Temple University and c...

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235: Prepare Your Palates for the Future: 2024 F&B Trends

Eating at a Meeting - March 26, 2024 04:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
Tracy gathered a culinary dream team – Amber Kispert, Senior Content Producer from Catersource, Christopher Sanchez, Managing Partner of LUX Catering & Events, and Jennifer Bargisen, Senior Vice President – Culinary for Sodexo Live!.  Together, we're unleashing the must-know food and beverage ...

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234: Sweet Cause, Sweeter Treats: Les Dames NC Holiday Cookie Sale Special

Eating at a Meeting - March 19, 2024 04:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
Indulge your ears and sweet tooth in this extra-special episode of "Eating at a Meeting" with your host Tracy Stuckrath! 🍪✨ I sit down with two incredible guests, Chef Sera Cuni of Feed-Well Fridges and Chef Kristin McCarthy of Les Dames d'Escoffier - North Carolina Chapter (Did I mention I'm ...

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233: Boost Attendee Satisfaction with Vegan and Non-Alcoholic Menu Upgrades

Eating at a Meeting - March 12, 2024 04:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
This episode of Eating at a Meeting was recorded at the beginning of 2024 to celebrate of Dry January and Veganuary and share they are important dietary trends to understand and embrace for the month and throughout the year. I discuss the significance of offering nonalcoholic beverages and veg...

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232: Ensuring Privacy: What You to Know About Health Data Privacy Laws & Events

Eating at a Meeting - March 05, 2024 05:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
In this episode of Eating at a Meeting, I’m sitting down with Martiz’s Jill Blood, VP, Deputy General Counsel, and Privacy Officer. We'll be delving into the game-changing My Health My Data Act recently enacted in Washington State and its impact on the meetings industry.  Jill says that attend...

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231: Unlocking Success: A Look Back on Lessons Learned at PCMA Canada East CIC

Eating at a Meeting - February 27, 2024 05:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
In this episode, Tracy sits down with the PCMA Canada East Chapter Canadian Innovation Conference organizers, Natalie Marino, CMP, DES, Heather Reid, and Erica Orecchio, DES, to discuss how they managed the dietary needs of more than 250 attendees at the conference.  They talk about the challe...

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230: Unveiling Insights from FICP Annual Conference with Chef Mikey Termini

Eating at a Meeting - February 20, 2024 05:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
I've been at the Financial & Insurance Conference Professionals (FICP) Annual Conference at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort the last three days with some amazing food and beverage experiences.  For today's Eating at a Meeting Podcast episode, I've grabbed Executive Sous Chef Mikey Te...

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229: Savoring Savings: How to Navigate Rising Event F&B costs

Eating at a Meeting - February 13, 2024 05:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
In October 2023 at IMEX, Jaclyn Bernstein, John McKinnon, Stephanie Krzywanski and Tracy presented this session for planners on how we help our clients save money on food and beverage for events. With food prices on the rise, we all need to learn the art of cost-effective event food and beve...

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228: F&B Menus as National Diabetes Awareness Kicks Off

Eating at a Meeting - February 06, 2024 05:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. As I review and plan menus for my clients. I'm so frustrated by the unhealthy options available to choose from.   Connect with Tracy: facebook.com/groups/EatingataMeeting thrivemeetings.com

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227: Access & Equity: Best Practices of Catering for People with Disabilities

Eating at a Meeting - January 30, 2024 05:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
To close out National Disability Employment Month, I'm thrilled to invite you to what promises to be an engaging and informative Eating at a Meeting Podcast episode on inclusive dining experiences with the co-founders and director of accessibility for Ablr, a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated ...

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226: Deliciously Inclusive: How Event Planners Cater to All Dietary Needs

Eating at a Meeting - January 23, 2024 05:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
For the third episode of Eating at a Meeting Podcast coming to you LIVE from IMEX America, planners will join me in person on the show floor and from their offices to talk about how they are managing attendee dietary needs. I can’t wait to talk to Amy-Marie Lemanski, CMP , Magdalena Bonnelly -...

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225: Event Planners & Convention Service Managers: Aligning for Greater Success

Eating at a Meeting - January 16, 2024 05:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
In this special episode of Eating at a Meeting Podcast LIVE at IMEX America, I'm joined by Victoria Chivers (Tori), Vice President of Convention Services & Catering at MGM Resorts International.  Tori and I will dive into the dynamic and essential partnership between #EventProfs and convention...

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224: Events Industry's Responsibility on World Food Day: Protecting Our Water

Eating at a Meeting - January 09, 2024 05:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
Monday, October 16 was World Food Day, one of the most celebrated days of the United Nations calendar. The theme for World Food Day in 2023 is "Water is Life. Water is Food." To shine a spotlight on water as the foundation for life and food. In this special episode of the Eating at a Meeting w...

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223: Fueling Success at Work: How to Optimize Employee Dietary Needs

Eating at a Meeting - January 02, 2024 05:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
In celebration of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), join me as I talk with Teresa Goddard from the Job Accommodation Network (JAN) to delve into the intricacies of accommodating employees with food allergies and other medically necessary dietary restrictions. NDEAM, obser...

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222: Craft Beverage Dispensers: How they Help Drive Efficiency & Sustainability

Eating at a Meeting - December 26, 2023 05:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
In this episode, Tracy sat down with Rishabh Kewalramani, co-founder of Backbar Solutions, to explore the innovative world of craft beverage dispensers. Together, they dove into the future beverage trends, focusing on the shift towards fresh and healthy ingredients. Rishabh shared insights on ...

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221: From Celiac Diagnosis to Gourmet Excellence: Chef Sarah Thompson

Eating at a Meeting - December 19, 2023 05:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
To close out Food Safety Awareness Month, Tracy had the privilege of sitting down with the culinary sensation, Executive Chef Sarah Thompson, from Casa Playa at the Wynn Hotel in Las Vegas. Chef Sarah, renowned for her exceptional Mexican cuisine, brings a truly unique perspective to both the ...

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220: Powerful Story of Belinda Vaca: A Mother's Fight for Food Allergy Awareness

Eating at a Meeting - December 12, 2023 05:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
Starting September 1st, 2023, Texas set a new standard for food safety with the Sergio Lopez Food Allergy Awareness Act. 🌮🙌 In this powerful episode of Eating at a Meeting, we hear from Belinda Vaca, a passionate advocate for food allergy awareness and safety. Belinda shares her deeply persona...

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219: Safe and Satisfying: A Deep Dive into Food Safety & Allergen Management

Eating at a Meeting - December 05, 2023 05:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
Food safety and allergen management are not just buzzwords – they're paramount for the success and well-being of your food service establishment, events, and attendees. As event planners, caterers, and hospitality professionals, ensuring that your guests enjoy meals without fear of allergens or...

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218: How to Use F&B at Events to Build Stronger Community

Eating at a Meeting - November 28, 2023 05:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
In this episode of Eating at a Meeting Podcast LIVE Tracy chats with Liz Lathan, CMP and Nicole Osibodu, XOXO the dynamic co-founders of The Community Factory. With a mission to infuse more community into their events and help marketers forge meaningful connections, Liz and Nicole have a unique...

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217: Food Safety Awareness Month: An Event Planner’s Perspective

Eating at a Meeting - November 21, 2023 05:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
In honor of Food Safety Awareness Month, I've gathered a panel of experienced event planners — Joan Eisenstodt, Andrea Lapp, and Jayna Larrea — to share their perspectives on food safety expectations in the event industry. From corporate meetings to association conferences, they've mastered th...

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