Oct 26 – A Place at the Table

Posted on October 22, 2019 by Guy

My guest this week is Gabrielle Langholtz with her latest book “A Place at the Table.”

Get to know the foreign-born chefs who are transforming America’s culinary landscape and learn how to make their signature dishes in your own kitchen.

Today, some of the country’s most exciting chefs hail from distant shores and they’re infusing their restaurants’ menus with the flavors of their heritage. Featuring the recipes of forty top foreign-born chefs, this book presents dishes from luminaries including Dominique Crenn (France), Michael Solomonov (Israel), Marcus Samuelsson (Ethiopia/Sweden), Corey Lee (Korea), and Daniela Soto-Innes (Mexico). Learn how to make Thai Dang’s shrimp with sweet onions and Vietnamese coriander; Emma Bengtsson’s salmon gravlax and lovage; and Miro Uskokovic’s Hungarian pancake torte. These chefs are running the kitchens of the country’s most exciting restaurants and each of them has a compelling story to tell, from tackling economic injustice to redefining restaurant culture. With mouthwatering photography and short contributions from America’s leading food writers, this sumptuous, global, and inspiring cookbook brings a world of flavor into home kitchens.

GABRIELLE LANGHOLTZ is the Director of Culinary Projects at the Vilcek Foundation and for ten years was the editor of Edible Brooklyn and Edible Manhattan magazines. Gabrielle Langholtz has travelled extensively throughout America and for a decade was the award-winning editor of Edible Manhattan and Edible Brooklyn. Previously, she was the head of special projects and publicity at the New York City Greenmarket and authored The New Greenmarket Cookbook and America: The Cookbook.

Then Cindy Saadeh, co-founder with Michael Ripper of “Wine Nook” joins us to talk about a really fun product for holiday entertaining.  If you thought it’s just not cool to serve box wine, think again.  Not only is there some great value, quaff-able wines in bag-in-the-box, but now you can serve it up with some style.

The Wine Nook is a fancy wooden display box with built-in stand that you slip you wine bag in and close it up.  Hey, you don’t like wine that comes in a box…no worries, you can use the refillable bag and put Chateau Lafite in your Wine Nook.  OK, maybe some Kendall Jackson Cabernet.  Wine on tap is always a fun way to start a party.  Red or White, cool or room temp this is a great gift idea for the party season or anytime of year.  Learn more at www.winenook.com and order up.  Join the email list and get 15% off and free shipping!

Good Life Guy’s Wine of the Week:
2014 Campo Viejo from Rioja Spain
 An elegant expression of premium Rioja vines made from Tempranillo, Graciano and Mazuelo. Aged for four years, Reserva perfectly balances a fruity palate with hints of clove, pepper, vanilla and coconut.  Fruit (cherries, black plums, ripe blackberries) and oak (clove, pepper, vanilla and coconut), enriched by the complex aromas developed during bottle ageing.  Very attractive on the palate, with ripe fruit and spices, tabacco and toasted oak. Elegant and soft tannins, middle weight, long and complex finish.  Delicious with red meat, grills and roasts, game, mature and blue cheeses.

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Oct 19 – Living Bread

Posted on October 9, 2019 by Guy

My guest this week is Dan Leader author of LIVING BREAD – Tradition and Innovation in Artisan Bread Making

The major new cookbook by the pioneer from Bread Alone, who revolutionized American artisan bread baking, with 60 recipes inspired by bakers around the world.

At twenty-two, Daniel Leader stumbled across the intoxicating perfume of bread baking in the back room of a Parisian boulangerie, and he has loved and devoted himself to making quality bread ever since. He went on to create Bread Alone, the now-iconic bakery that has become one of the most beloved artisan bread companies in the country. Today, professional bakers and bread enthusiasts from all over the world flock to Bread Alone’s headquarters in the Catskills to learn Dan’s signature techniques and baking philosophy.

But though Leader is a towering figure in bread baking, he still considers himself a student of the craft, and his curiosity is boundless. In this groundbreaking book, he offers a comprehensive picture of bread baking today for the enthusiastic home baker. With inspiration from a community of millers, farmers, bakers, and scientists, Living Bread provides a fascinating look into the way artisan bread baking has evolved and continues to change–from wheat farming practices and advances in milling, to sourdough starters and the mechanics of mixing dough. Influenced by art and science in equal measure, Leader presents exciting twists on classics such as Curry Tomato Ciabatta, Vegan Brioche, and Chocolate Sourdough Babka, as well as traditional recipes. Sprinkled with anecdotes and evocative photos from Leader’s own travels and encounters with artisans who have influenced him, Living Bread is a love letter, and a cutting-edge guide, to the practice of making “good bread.”  Get a copy NOW!  Follow Daniel on Face Book

Daniel Leader studied philosophy at the University of Wisconsin and went on to graduate from the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York. After working in some of New York City’s top kitchens, he left the restaurant world to learn the art of baking bread. A pioneer in the wilderness, Leader opened his Bread Alone bakery in 1983 in Boiceville, New York. In 1993 he published the groundbreaking Bread Alone, an IACP winner. His 2011 book, Local Breads: Sourdough and Whole-Grain Recipes from Europe’s Best Artisan Bakers, again brought home an IACP Award.  www.danleader.com

Good Life Guy’s Wine of the Week:
2018 Txakoli Primo White Wine, Zarautz Spain
Txakoli is all the rage with the cool kids right now.  Primo’s vineyards are located in the beautiful Zarautz area (the winery was founded in 1953), between Bilbao and San Sebastien, and this is CLASSIC. 100% Hondarrabi Zuri cold stainless fermented, no oak or ML.  Pure, clean, racy, very slightly spritzy, and packed with truly mouth-watering acidity and lemon/lime freshness, this wine springs around your mouth, showing you bitter lemon, tart melon, almond…all in a light, piquant, salty-sea-air kind of way.
Wine & Spirits 92 points

BTW: Txakoli is pronounched “CHAH-KUH-LEE! and is from Basque Country

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Oct 12 – Tales of an Ambassador’s Wife

Posted on October 9, 2019 by Guy

My guest is Susan Solomont with her new book “Lost and Found in Spain – Tales of An Ambassador’s Wife.”

When her husband was appointed by President Barack Obama to be U.S. Ambassador to Spain and Andorra, Susan Solomont uprooted herself. She left her career, her friends and family, and a life she loved to join her husband for a three-and-a-half-year tour overseas. Part memoir and part travelogue, Solomont learns the rules of a diplomatic household; goes on a culinary adventure with some of Spain’s greatest chefs; finds her place in the Madrid Jewish community; and discovers her own voice to create new meaning in her role as a spouse, a community member, and a 21st century woman.
Get a copy NOW!

 

SUSAN LEWIS SOLOMONT has more than thirty years of experience providing strategic philanthropic counsel to private foundations. From 2008 to 2012, she served alongside her husband, Alan Solomont, in Madrid, Spain, where he was appointed as U.S. Ambassador to Spain and Andorra under President Barack Obama. She was named International Woman of the Year by FEDEPE, the leading organization for Spanish women executives and directors. She holds a bachelor of science degree from Cornell University and a master’s degree in education from Tufts University. She has two daughters, Becca and Stephanie, and a cockapoo named Stella Blu, who is the subject of her forthcoming children’s book Stella the Ambassadog. Lost and Found In Spain: Tales of an Ambassador’s Wife is her first book.  Follow Susan on Face Book

Good Life Guy’s Wine of the Week:
2016 Empire Estate Dry Riesling, New York Finger Lakes
Dazzling silver-gold in color, on the nose there are intense mineral aromas of shale, gravel & limestone, combined with notes of white flower, golden apple, peach & lemon oil. A focused burst of acidity hits the palate, followed by flavors of fresh apricot, lime & grapefruit pith, all leading to a weighty, savory mineral finish.

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Oct 5 – Brisket Chili, Stuffed Puffs, Wine Condoms and more!

Posted on October 2, 2019 by Guy

The weather cools off a bit and this show fits perfectly for outdoor entertaining and FUN with family & friends!

My first guest is Chef Tom Jackson from All Things Barbecue with his latest video and recipe from the most bodacious ATBBQ blog “The Sauce!”  Brisket is always good no matter what time of year.  There is so much you can do with this amazing cut of meat and chili is just one of Tom’s many suggestions.  In addition to the Texas Brisket Chili Recipe, you can watch the high quality video and get all the tips and techniques from start to finish.

So what goes great as an after dinner treat when it’s a little cooler outside?  How about S’mores!  Now it’s easier than ever…and you can cook them inside if you are lacking a camp fire.  My next guest is Mike Tierney, founder of “Stuffed Puffs” an innovative new product available at Walmart or on-line at stuffedpuffs.com

Stuffed Puffs are magic marshmallows that are stuffed with chocolate.  No matter how you make S’mores, getting the chocolate to melt on top of your graham cracker and under your golden brown toasted marshmallow is a challenge and a little messy.  With stuffed Puffs it’s easy and tasty.  You can buy Stuffed Puffs and grahams or better yet you can purchase the cook Stuffed Puffs S’mores Kit that includes all you need!

Later in the program Jamie Lindamood from the Greenwood County Cattlewomen joins us to talk about a new event called  “Junior Rancher” this year as part of the 93rd annual Cattlemen’s day on November 2 to encourage people (and  families!) To drive over to eureka for the day. Jamie says:

“Do you have what it takes to be a Cowboy!?!?!”
Join us for a gorgeous day in the Flint hills of Kansas. Enjoy small town life for the day while we provide a day jam packed with excitement! Cattlemen’s Day.  A full day of activities you don’t want to miss!!!!!
Junior Rancher – (10-1)lesson in small town life, ranch life, farm life, beef and agriculture education during our Junior Rancher program on
Art and Trade show – (9-4) Featuring local artists, and Gallery XII the beauty of the Flint Hills in art!  Pop Up Shops
LUNCH! (11-1), HUGE Parade!! 🙂 1:30
Plus fun games for the kids after the parade, It’s going to be a blast – don’t miss it!  Learn more

Mitch Strahan co-founder of “Wine Condoms” wine preservation system.  Wine Condoms are the easiest, most fun wine stopper you’ll ever use. Simply open the package and roll it over the top of the bottle. Once applied, it will help preserve the wine, prevent spills and best of all it’s reusable!

Finally…a wine to go perfectly with Texas Brisket Chili
Good Life Guy’s Wine of the Week:
2015 Dandelion Vineyards Lionheart of the Barossa Shiraz
Lifted blue fruits, blood plum, ripe blackberries and Christmas pudding-like spice flow out of the glass with spicy pepper, and hints of bramble and dark chocolate. Generous mouth filling sweet blackberry, raspberry and plums cover the palate with lashings of sweet spice. Firm but fine tannins and dark chocolaty nuances continue throughout the lengthy palate with youthful finish.

Critical Acclaim
The 2015 Lionheart of the Barossa Shiraz offers up hints of roasted meat, black olive and dark fruit on the nose. It’s a dry, savory style, medium to full-bodied, with some soft, dusty tannins on the lingering finish. WA90 Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate

Double Gold – San Francisco International Wine Competition
Best Shiraz – 2016 Sommelier Challenge

Get this fine wine at Jacob Liquor Exchange on North Rock Road
Tell my friends at Jacob you heard about it from Good Life Guy

Check out Wine Enthusiasts Top 100 Best Buys of 2019

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Sep 21 – Cook Once Eat All Week

Posted on September 15, 2019 by Guy

My guest this week is Cassy Joy Garcia with her new book

Cook Once, Eat All Week is a revolutionary way to get a delicious, healthy, and affordable dinner on the table FAST. Author Cassy Joy Garcia will walk you through this tried-and-true method and show you how batch-cooking a few basic components can give you an entire week’s worth of dinners with minimal time and effort.

Have you ever tried a meal prep plan before and gotten so excited about having your cooking for the week done ahead of time, only to find yourself totally exhausted after a full day in the kitchen, shocked by your grocery bill, and tired of the same leftovers by Tuesday? Cassy Joy Garcia had been there, too. As a mom, business owner, and Nutrition Consultant, she needed to get a healthy, affordable, and tasty dinner on the table fast every night, and she knew there had to be a better way to do it.

She finally cracked the code when she discovered that by batch-cooking a protein, starch, and vegetable each week she could easily assemble three fresh, diverse meals in minimal time. After years of her readers asking her for better meal prep strategies and easy recipes, she released 4 weeks of recipes on her blog, Fed and Fit. Since then, tens of thousands of people have made and raved about the series and begged for more!

In this book you’ll find 26 weeks of affordable, healthy, delicious meals that your family will love eating, and a chapter full of bonus 20-minute meals. Optional Instant Pot and slow cooker instructions are included to get you even more time back in your week. With a Real Food foundation, the weeks in this book aim to support dietary approaches that range from: gluten-free, dairy-free, Paleo, low carb, egg-free, kid-friendly and more.

Three simple ingredients like shredded pork, potatoes, and cabbage are turned into these three easy to assemble meals:

  •       Honey Mustard Pork Sheet Pan Dinner
  •       Enchiladas Verde Casserole
  •       Sloppy Joe Stuffed Potatoes

This book is a must-have for anyone looking for a REAL solution to help them eat healthfully while also saving time and money and loving what they are eating.   Get a copy NOW!

Cassy Joy Garcia is the creative force behind the popular food blog Fed + Fit. She is a nutrition consultant, the creator of The Fed+Fit Project: A 28-Day Food and Fitness Self Study, and the voice behind the weekly Fed+Fit Podcast.

At twenty-four years old, after years of fruitless dieting, Cassy found herself with extreme joint pain, fatigue, mental fog, and at her largest, most uncomfortable size. In an effort to learn more about why her health was declining, she took to nutrition research. After just one year of implementing her newfound wellness practices, she had lost ten dress sizes, lived pain-free, and experienced more energy than ever before. Eager to share her healthy living secrets with the world, she started Fed + Fit in 2011.

Since then, she has become a nutrition consultant and leads people through her Fed+Fit Project each month so that they, too, can achieve their health and wellness goals without ever dieting again. She also regularly shares valuable free information on her weekly podcast, blog, YouTube series, and social media outlets. Follow Cassy on Face Book & Twitter.

Later in the program I’ll be talking to Tiffany Wilson about the annual Wichita Wine Opener a fun and tasty event supporting Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

The Wine Opener is a national wine tasting series to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.  Locally, The Wichita Wine Opener – A Toast to Wichita’s Finest will be held from 6-9pm on Thursday, September 26, 2019 at the Hyatt Regency located at 400 W. Waterman, Wichita, KS.  Our event is a relaxed, yet lively, evening for 400-450 expected guests.  From wine novices to advanced wine enthusiasts, The Wine Opener – is a casual and fun evening for all experience levels!  SIP GREAT WINES poured by international and domestic wineries.  SAVOR GREAT CUISINE presented at festive tasting stations, where the area’s hottest chefs prepare their specialties just for you.  And don’t forget to VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE FINEST CANDIDATE vying for the prestigious title of Wichita’s Finest.  Every dollar raised equals one vote.  Who ever has the most votes at the end of the evening will be crowned “Wichita’s Finest” at a private ceremony one week later.  Be sure to stop by their auction tables to BID HIGH and BID OFTEN!!!  Learn more, get tickets!

Good Life Guy’s Wine of the Week:
2016 Eguren Ugarte Red Blend from Rioja, Spain
80% Tempranillo and 20% Garnacha from the famed region of Rioja Alta with classic notes of ripe red berries, strawberries, roasted cocoa notes and lifting acidity. Six months in French and American oak have rounded out the tannins, and this big wine for a little price can age another five years. One of the most balanced and elegant Rioja wines under $12.

Stop by Jacob Liquor Exchange on North Rock Road and get some today!

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