Eating at a Meeting explores a variety of topics on food and beverage (F&B) and how they impact individual experience and inclusion, sustainability, culture, community, health and wellness, laws and more. The mission of Eating at a Meeting is to share authentic stories that illustrate the financial, social, emotional, and mental impact food and beverage have on individuals, organizations, and the earth. I see it being threefold: ● Help individuals and organizations understand how F&B impacts ...
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252: Uncover the Rich Traditions of Jewish Cuisine w/ Culinarian Susan Barocas
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In the next episode of Eating at a Meeting Podcast LIVE, I’m thrilled to host Susan Barocas, a chef, writer, and co-founder of Savor Experience, to share her insights on the depth and diversity of Jewish cuisine. With Passover approaching, Susan will lead us on a journey through the intricate flavors, rituals, and stories that have shaped this rich…
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251: Sustainable Cruises: Tackling Food Waste with IoT and AI Innovations
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🌱🚢✨ Join me this week's episode on Eating at a Meeting Podcast LIVE as talk with Robert E Buchanan Jr, founder and CEO of ADHERE GEAR Technology Corporation . As we celebrate Food Waste Prevention Week, I'm thrilled to share a story where innovation meets sustainability on the high seas. Imagine cruise ships not merely as vessels of leisure but as …
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250: Cinthia Pedroza Unplated: A Conversation on Food, Leadership, and Legacy
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🌸 As Women's History Month comes to an end, I want to introduce you to Cinthia Pedroza, Executive Director of Food and Beverage at Resorts World Las Vegas. 🍴✨ With a vibrant career spanning over 25 years, from the prestigious halls of Four Seasons to the dynamic streets of Las Vegas, Cinthia has not only mastered the art of gastronomy, but has also…
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249: Celebrating 4 Years of Eating at a Meeting
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Join me, Tracy Stuckrath, as I celebrate 4 amazing years of the Eating at a Meeting podcast journey! 🎉✨ From starting the Eating at a Meeting Facebook group at the onset of the COVID pandemic and doing weekly Facebook lives to the evolution of this podcast, it's been an incredible ride. In this episode, I reflect on the impetus that kickstarted it …
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248: Raising the Bar: Join Us for a Spirited Chat with the Cocktail Bandits!
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🌟 Join me for the next Eating at a Meeting Podcast LIVE interview during Women's HERstory Month, where I sit down with the fabulous Cocktail Bandits! 🍹 ✨ In the heart of Charleston, where history meets innovation, Johnny Caldwell and Taneka Reaves are revolutionizing the beverage industry with their feminine, urban perspective. From their beginning…
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247: Women's HERStory Month — Looking Back and Toward the Future
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Back in March, during Women's History Month, I re-introduced you to an extraordinary lineup of women I’ve honored over the past four years. These women are making change in the food and beverage industry with their passion, innovation, and commitment to safety, sustainability and inclusivity. On this special episode of the Eating at a Meeting Podca…
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246: Uncover Halal Traditions with Yvonne Maffei: A Must-See Before Ramadan
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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 marketer in Halal cuisine and the global Halal industry, Yvon…
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245: A Sweet Conversation With Celebrity Chef and Trendsetting Cake Designer Ron Ben-Israel
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🎂 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 as delectable as his cakes. In this episode of Eating at…
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244: Tying the Knot with Tolerance: A Food Allergy-Friendly Wedding Journey
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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 allergies. Our conversation will go beyond Zoe's personal narra…
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243: Beyond Barriers: Unleashing the Power of Inclusive Events
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🎙️ 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 where she was presenting an education session on the signi…
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🎉 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 brings a fresh and enlightened perspective to the art of …
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241: A Trip to the South with Chef Boris Seymore
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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 tracy@thrivemeetings.comBy Tracy Stuckrath
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240: Our Common Ground: Laura Schwartz’s Vision for Event and Catering Pros
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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 discuss how Caterers and event planners are the original creato…
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239: Embrace Your Heart: Eliz Greene Says Small Changes Make a Big Difference
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238: Explore the Promising Growth Opportunities in the Non-Alcoholic Bev Market
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237: Compelling Reasons to Serve Elevated Non Alcoholic Drinks at Your Events
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🥂 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. 🎙️ Join me for a compelling conversation with Cate Faulkner …
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236: Go Green — Join the Veganuary Movement & Embrace Plant-Based Eating
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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 certifications in plant-based nutrition, has fueled her …
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235: Prepare Your Palates for the Future: 2024 F&B Trends
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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 trends for 2024 that every hashtag#EventProf and hashtag#…
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234: Sweet Cause, Sweeter Treats: Les Dames NC Holiday Cookie Sale Special
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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 a Dame too?). Get ready for a heartwarming conversation …
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233: Boost Attendee Satisfaction with Vegan and Non-Alcoholic Menu Upgrades
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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 vegan and plant-based options at events and meetings and sh…
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232: Ensuring Privacy: What You to Know About Health Data Privacy Laws & Events
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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 attendee information such as food allergies and ADA requirement…
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231: Unlocking Success: A Look Back on Lessons Learned at PCMA Canada East CIC
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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 challenges of accommodating dietary restrictions and the import…
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230: Unveiling Insights from FICP Annual Conference with Chef Mikey Termini
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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 Termini from the kitchen to walk through what it takes to f…
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229: Savoring Savings: How to Navigate Rising Event F&B costs
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228: F&B Menus as National Diabetes Awareness Kicks Off
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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.comBy Tracy Stuckrath
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