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Can Dates Change the Spirit World? Celebrity Chef Elizabeth Falkner Thinks So!

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What does it take to turn a humble date into a game-changing, delicious spirit? Celebrity chef Elizabeth Falkner reveals her recipe.

Renowned for her diverse culinary skills and TV appearances, Chef Elizabeth shares her latest venture: creating a sustainable line of spirits using California dates.

In this week’s episode of Wine Talks, Paul K sits down with Chef Elizabeth to explore the challenges of modern hospitality, the rise of bittersweet flavors in cocktail culture, the creative process behind crafting sustainable, terroir-driven products, and more.

Ready to discover the future of spirits? Tune in to hear how Chef Elizabeth is transforming the culinary and beverage landscapes—one date at a time.

Let’s dive in!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Meet Chef Elizabeth Falkner (00:33)

Shifting trends in the food industry (02:08)

Post-COVID challenges in hospitality (08:35)

Culinary and wine culture: parallels and trends (11:37)

Crafting unique date-based Amaro and spirits (15:45)

From culinary delights to distilled spirits (26:08)

What sets date-based spirits apart (32:20)

Navigating business challenges (35:10)

Sustainability in packaging and product design (39:24)

Blending tradition with innovation (41:23)

Mixology trends and the role of innovative spirits (57:14)

Episode wrap-up (1:01:49)

Additional Resources:

👉Learn more about Wine Talks: https://www.winetalkspodcast.com/

👉Watch the YouTube full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EcE_nUpOKHY&list=PLVPoDzlH3_n8rqmofwcCQvOi_3Ci66bu_

👉Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WineTalksPodcast?sub_confirmation=1

👉Follow Chef Elizabeth Falkner’s works here: https://www.elizabethfalkner.com/

👉Visit T’Maro Brands for more information: https://www.tmarobrands.com/

Watch or listen to these episodes:

🔸He Reopened After COVID to a Packed House. Meet Jonathan Waxman: https://www.winetalkspodcast.com/he-reopened-after-covid-to-a-packed-house-meet-jonathan-waxman/

Let’s Connect:

🍷IG: https://www.instagram.com/winetalkspodcast/

🍷LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-kalemkiarian-a792914

Wine Talks with Paul K is the ultimate podcast for serious wine lovers who want to know everything about the wine business. Whether you’re a novice or an expert, this podcast will introduce you to the wonderful world of wine, one story at a time.

Follow Wine Talks with Paul K on your favorite podcast platform so you won’t miss an episode!

  continue reading

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What does it take to turn a humble date into a game-changing, delicious spirit? Celebrity chef Elizabeth Falkner reveals her recipe.

Renowned for her diverse culinary skills and TV appearances, Chef Elizabeth shares her latest venture: creating a sustainable line of spirits using California dates.

In this week’s episode of Wine Talks, Paul K sits down with Chef Elizabeth to explore the challenges of modern hospitality, the rise of bittersweet flavors in cocktail culture, the creative process behind crafting sustainable, terroir-driven products, and more.

Ready to discover the future of spirits? Tune in to hear how Chef Elizabeth is transforming the culinary and beverage landscapes—one date at a time.

Let’s dive in!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Meet Chef Elizabeth Falkner (00:33)

Shifting trends in the food industry (02:08)

Post-COVID challenges in hospitality (08:35)

Culinary and wine culture: parallels and trends (11:37)

Crafting unique date-based Amaro and spirits (15:45)

From culinary delights to distilled spirits (26:08)

What sets date-based spirits apart (32:20)

Navigating business challenges (35:10)

Sustainability in packaging and product design (39:24)

Blending tradition with innovation (41:23)

Mixology trends and the role of innovative spirits (57:14)

Episode wrap-up (1:01:49)

Additional Resources:

👉Learn more about Wine Talks: https://www.winetalkspodcast.com/

👉Watch the YouTube full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EcE_nUpOKHY&list=PLVPoDzlH3_n8rqmofwcCQvOi_3Ci66bu_

👉Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WineTalksPodcast?sub_confirmation=1

👉Follow Chef Elizabeth Falkner’s works here: https://www.elizabethfalkner.com/

👉Visit T’Maro Brands for more information: https://www.tmarobrands.com/

Watch or listen to these episodes:

🔸He Reopened After COVID to a Packed House. Meet Jonathan Waxman: https://www.winetalkspodcast.com/he-reopened-after-covid-to-a-packed-house-meet-jonathan-waxman/

Let’s Connect:

🍷IG: https://www.instagram.com/winetalkspodcast/

🍷LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-kalemkiarian-a792914

Wine Talks with Paul K is the ultimate podcast for serious wine lovers who want to know everything about the wine business. Whether you’re a novice or an expert, this podcast will introduce you to the wonderful world of wine, one story at a time.

Follow Wine Talks with Paul K on your favorite podcast platform so you won’t miss an episode!

  continue reading

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