Episodes

July 2, 2024

253: Eating Green, Meeting Greener: How F&B Drove Sustainability at I…

🌿 I'm thrilled to invite you to a special edition of Eating at a Meeting Podcast LIVE on Global Meetings Industry Day — April 11 — where we'll explore the remarkable sustainability achievements of IMEX Frankfurt 2023. In this episode titled...

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June 27, 2024

252: Uncover the Rich Traditions of Jewish Cuisine w/ Culinarian Susa…

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...

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June 25, 2024

251: Sustainable Cruises: Tackling Food Waste with IoT and AI Innovat…

In this episode, Tracy talks with Robert E. Buchanan Jr., founder and CEO of ADHERE GEAR Technology Corporation, recorded during Food Waste Prevention Week 2024. This is a story about innovation meeting sustainability on the high seas. Imagine cruise ships not merely as vessels of leisure but as fo…

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June 20, 2024

250: Cinthia Pedroza Unplated: A Conversation on Food, Leadership, an…

🌸 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...

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June 18, 2024

249: Celebrating 4 Years of Eating at a Meeting

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...

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June 13, 2024

248: Raising the Bar: Join Us for a Spirited Chat with the Cocktail B…

🌟 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...

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June 11, 2024

247: Women's HERStory Month — Looking Back and Toward the Future

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...

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June 4, 2024

246: Uncover Halal Traditions with Yvonne Maffei: A Must-See Before R…

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...

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May 30, 2024

245: A Sweet Conversation With Celebrity Chef and Trendsetting Cake D…

🎂 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...

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May 29, 2024

244: Tying the Knot with Tolerance: A Food Allergy-Friendly Wedding J…

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...

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May 21, 2024

243: Beyond Barriers: Unleashing the Power of Inclusive Events

On this episode, Tracy sits 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 + TS…

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May 14, 2024

242: Joshua House from the JDK Group

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 …

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May 7, 2024

241: A Trip to the South with Chef Boris Seymore

Recorded live from Live from the Catersourse + the Special Event Show 2024, Tracy chats with Chef Boris Seymore, the culinary mind behind BDS Catering Productions in West Palm Beach, Florida. Chef Boris shares his innovative techniques for elevating food presentation, including the surprising use o…

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April 30, 2024

240: Our Common Ground: Laura Schwartz’s Vision for Event and Caterin…

LIVE from Catersource + The Special Event Show 2024 in Austin, Texas, Tracy chats with speaker Laura Schwartz about how caterers and event planners are the original creators of moments that last a lifetime. In an era of craving immersive experiences, it's crucial for us to stay ahead of the curve—i…

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April 23, 2024

239: Embrace Your Heart: Eliz Greene Says Small Changes Make a Big Di…

Recorded on National Wear Red Day to bring greater attention to heart disease as the leading cause of death for Americans and promote steps we can take to protect our hearts and our attendees. Tracy was joined by the inspiring and amazing Eliz Greene...

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April 16, 2024

238: Explore the Promising Growth Opportunities in the Non-Alcoholic …

As we bid farewell to #DryJanuary, I'm thrilled to bring you an exciting chat on the Eating at a Meeting Podcast LIVE with Marcos Salazar 🍺🍷🥃, the co-founder and CEO of the Adult Non-Alcoholic Beverage Association (ANBA) a few days...

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April 9, 2024

237: Compelling Reasons to Serve Elevated Non Alcoholic Drinks at You…

🥂 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...

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April 2, 2024

236: Go Green — Join the Veganuary Movement & Embrace Plant-Based Eat…

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...

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March 26, 2024

235: Prepare Your Palates for the Future: 2024 F&B Trends

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 unleashed the must-know food and beverage trends…

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March 19, 2024

234: Sweet Cause, Sweeter Treats: Les Dames NC Holiday Cookie Sale Sp…

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...

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March 12, 2024

233: Boost Attendee Satisfaction with Vegan and Non-Alcoholic Menu Up…

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...

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March 5, 2024

232: Ensuring Privacy: What You to Know About Health Data Privacy Law…

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...

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Feb. 27, 2024

231: Unlocking Success: A Look Back on Lessons Learned at PCMA Canada…

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...

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Feb. 20, 2024

230: Unveiling Insights from FICP Annual Conference with Chef Mikey T…

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...

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