FEED Kitchens Table Talk Podcast
The official FEED Kitchens podcast featuring local entrepreneurs and food system organizers in Madison, WI. We interview small-business owners based at FEED Kitchens to hear about their journey to entrepreneurship and the food, people and cultures that inspired them. Join us for a taste of what's cooking in our very own city! Hosted by Tony Castañeda, Produced by Tony Castañeda and Frankie Pobar Lay.
A project of the FEED Kitchens Community Media Project, a production of FEED Kitchens and the Madison Northside Planning Council.
Episodes
14 episodes
Devine Grilling
In this episode we spoke with Devine Wilson of Devine Grilling. He started his food cart and catering business at FEED Kitchens in the summer of 2024, but his passion for cooking and and using food as a way to build community goes back much fur...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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41:44
Lacy's Cafe
This week we sat down with Lacy Rude, owner of Lacy's Cafe, which shares a space with local music venue the Bur Oak. Her business has been steadily growing as the business concept continues to evolve, with more offerings and exciting business p...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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23:43
Madison Cold Brew Coffee Co
In this episode we interview Ali Belakhdar, owner of Madison Cold Brew Coffee Co, who has developed one of the newest offerings in the cold brew space in Madison. With deep experience working in local food, Ali is in the process of growing his ...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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16:41
Sandwich Hub
In this episode we hear from Jason Beilke about his new food cart Sandwich Hub, which specializes in fresh ingredients and house-baked bread. He also discusses how his business model and recipes have changed over time, his inspirations for cook...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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32:05
Mentoring Positives
In this episode we interview Will Green, founder of Mentoring Positives, a non-profit fostering relationships, positivity, and life skills in youth through mentoring, athletics, and social entrepreneurship. Their salsas have been a hit on area ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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32:26
Braisin' Hussies: Part 2
In part two we conclude our conversation with Michael Sollinger by talking about how to build great flavor profiles and a successful food business. Enjoy!
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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27:47
Braisin' Hussies: Part 1
In this episode we interview Michael Sollinger, owner and chef of Braisin' Hussies food cart. Specializing in slow-cooked meats, his food cart is a three-time winner of the Madison food cart review and has become a fixture of the Madison food s...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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21:51
Chocolate Rescue for Dogs
In this episode we speak with co-founders Amadeus Benitez and Arek Schmoker about their innovative edible product for dogs. They talk about their love for their pets, and how their biscuits can help save yours in the event of accidental chocola...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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30:51
Country Gourmet Herbs
This week we interview Kathy Krusiec to learn about their unique take on pesto, being a veteran owned business, and growing fresh herbs in Monroe, WI.
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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30:28
Chai House
This week we talk about everything tea with Jack & Mary Herbert, and how each of their journeys inspired them to build a business that sources from around the globe. We also got to learn about tea, how it's processing affects flavors and ca...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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34:47
Mermaid Kitchen
In this episode we talk with Lisa Jacobson about her specialty bagel company Mermaid Kitchen, building a business during the pandemic, and plans for an expanded menu in the future!
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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30:54
Bartender 608
This week we interview China Moon, whose luxury bartending business Bartender 608 has been crafting memorable events with unparalleled service since 2007. We talk about her upbringing in New York, the differences between East Coast and Midweste...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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22:33