In episode 20 of the Paris Paysanne Podcast I talk with Tanisha Townsend about drinking habits in the States and France as well as her love of wine. We'll also meet up with Paris cocktail specialist Forest Collins of 52 Martinis for another instalment of Seasonal Cocktails, Then I'm joined by Yanique Francis, founder of My Parisian Life With 10 ...…

In episode 19 of the Paris Paysanne Podcast I talk with Heidi Evans, founder of Women in Paris tours. We'll also be introducing a new segment, Seasonal Cocktails, brought to us by Paris cocktail specialist Forest Collins of 52 Martinis then I'm joined by local restaurant expert Wendy Lyn to talk about why, and where, she loves eating in Paris. ...…

In episode 18 of the Paris Paysanne Podcast I talk with Lindsey Tramuta author of The New Paris, chef and cookbook author Brian DeFehr about his new book Les Marchés Français, and I'm joined by chef Lise Kvan for a spring segment of "Buying Things with Lise". Lindsey Tramuta is the author of "The New Paris" (Abrams, 2017), host of "The New Pari ...…

On March 7th, 2017 the American Library in Paris hosted an evening about food with guests Kristen Beddard, Jessie Kanelos Weiner and myself. We spoke about local produce and how Paris is changing when it comes to eating locally and in season. The discussion was graciously moderated by food writer Alexander Lobrano. This podcast is a live record ...…

On March 7th, 2017 the American Library in Paris hosted an evening about food with guests Kristen Beddard, Jessie Kanelos Weiner and myself. We spoke about local produce and how Paris is changing when it comes to eating locally and in season. The discussion was graciously moderated by food writer Alexander Lobrano. This bonus content contains t ...…

In this end-of-the-year episode of the podcast I revisit a few of my favorite interviews from 2016. It was really hard to pick just three interviews to include here and I want to thank all of the amazing guests that I spoke with over the past year. Click through past episodes to catch up on any shows you may have missed! In the meantime, I hope ...…

In episode 16 of the Paris Paysanne Podcast I talk with Anna Trattles and Alice Quillet of Ten Belles Bread, Frank Adrian Barron of Cakeboy Paris, and I'm joined by chef Lise Kvan for a summer "Buying Things with Lise" segment. Anna Trattles and Alice Quillet and the founders and co-owners of Ten Belles café and, most recently, Ten Belles Bread ...…

In episode 15 of the Paris Paysanne Podcast I speak with food and travel writer Alexander Lobrano about his favorite restaurants and regions in France. Tune in for some great advice on where to dine and discover French cuisine! Alexander Lobrano grew up in Connecticut, and lived in Boston, New York and London before moving to Paris, his home to ...…

In this episode of the Paris Paysanne Podcast we talk to Kristen Beddard, author of Bonjour Kale, Amanda Scott founder of Boneshaker Doughnuts, and Audric de Campeau, the urban beekeeper behind Le miel de Paris. Kristen Beddard is the author of Bonjour Kale: A Memoir of Paris, Love, & Recipes and the founder of The Kale Project. She is also the ...…

In this episode of the Paris Paysanne Podcast we give you a preview of what to expect from this year's Paris Beer Week. I met up with some newcomers to the Paris craft beer scene to talk about what events they have planned and what their bringing the the craft beer community. David Lyon is the owner of Sunset, a new restaurant in the 18th arron ...…

In this episode of the Paris Paysanne Podcast we speak with Bertrand Celce founder of wineterroirs.com. Then we meet up with Anne Paillet, the winemaker behind the domaine Autour de l'Anne. Then we join chef and cooking instructor Lise Kvan for another segment of Buying Things with Lise. Bertrand Celce is the founder of the website wineterroirs ...…

In this episode of the Paris Paysanne Podcast we speak with Jessie Kanelos Weiner, author of Edible Paradise: A Coloring Book of Seasonal Fruits and Vegetables. Then we meet up with Gilia Bataille, co-founder of Freegan Pony, a zero-waste restaurant in a squat on the outskirts of Paris. We wrap up the show with a fun chat with Mary Jahnke Iriar ...…

In episode 10 of the Paris Paysanne Podcast we talk to chef Alix Lacloche about healthy comfort food and women in the kitchen. Then we catch up with Erica Berman and chat about leaving Paris for the countryside. We also speak with Maria Canabal, founder of Parabere Forum, a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing women's voices and views ...…

In episode 9 of the Paris Paysanne Podcast we talk to sommelière Stefania Genisio about predicting Paris restaurant trends, Mike Gilmore about brewing craft beer in the city and, in our first installment of Buying Things with Lise, we talk to chef and teacher Lise Kvan about buying and preparing fresh meat. Stefania Genisio is an Italian born s ...…

Welcome to Season 2 of the Paris Paysanne Podcast. This episode is all about the grape harvests in the Loire Valley. We'll speak with Jean Noël Destrehem about using horses for agricultural purposes, Juliette Bouchaud about bringing plant and animal life together, and winemaker Julien Pineau about creating biodiversity among the vines. Jean Noë ...…

In episode 7 of the Paris Paysanne Podcast we visit Marché Charonne with chef Sarah Mouchot, learn how to make water kefir with Stacey Pedersen, and try out a recipe from My Paris Market Cookbook. Sarah Mouchot is the head chef and co-owner of Holybelly, where she creates seasonal menus using locally sourced ingredients. And also amazing pancak ...…

How can you successfully combine city and country living? When does nature get too close for comfort? What happens when you come across a pigeon making a nest in your friend's flower pot? The answers to these questions and more can be found on Episode 6 of the Paris Paysanne Podcast! The wood pigeon that nested in Luc & Anna's pot…

In episode 5 of the Paris Paysanne Podcast we visit Marché Ornano with local chef Mardi Hartzog and talk about how to find great wine in Paris with Thomas Vicente of Le Verre Volé and Enrico Murru of Le Mary Celeste. Mardi Hartzog is a Paris based chef who has worked in cafés and restaurants around the city. She is the co-founder of the Parisit ...…

In episode 4 of the Paris Paysanne Podcast we visit Marché Cours de Vincennes with local chef and food activist Lise Kvan, celebrate two years of Biérocratie with co-owner Jaclyn Gidel, and talk about seasonal baking with the Gâteaux Mama founder Melanie Vaz. Lise Kvan is a chef and Open Food Network co-founder in Paris. Lise has worked in the ...…

In episode 3 of the Paris Paysanne Podcast we visit Marché President Wilson with Kristen Beddard, talk homebrewing with Anthony Baraff and discover hidden Paris restaurants with Kim Laidlaw. Kristen Beddard is the founder of the site The Kale Project and author of the book Savez-vous Manger les Choux? AAnthony with brewing partner Fabrice (left ...…

In Episode 2 of the Paris Paysanne Podcast we visit Marché d'Aligre with Terresa Murphy, chat with Lina Bou from Café Smorgas, and learn all about kombucha with Anna Brones! Terresa Murphy is a Paris-based chef and founder of the site La Cucina di Terresa. Along with offering private cooking classes for small groups in her home, Terresa also gi ...…

Welcome to Episode 1 of the Paris Paysanne Podcast! This episode includes a market visit to Marché Bastille, a chat with an award winning granola chef, and a conversation on the state of craft coffee in Paris. Matthew Cordell is the founder of the site Ces Americains . He has also created apps that help visitors explore Paris, including a super ...…

I'm so excited to share this pilot episode of the Paris Paysanne Podcast! This episode includes a market visit with Omid and Alannah of Emperor Norton , a chat about shrubs with Forest Collins, founder of 52 Martinis and The Chamber an interview with Kate Robinson, who is involved with the organization of this year's Paris Beer Week and finally ...…