Episodes
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...
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…
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 …
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…
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…
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...
238: Explore the Promising Growth Opportunities in the Non-Alcoholic …
🍹 In this episode, Tracy sits down with Marcos Salazar, CEO of the Adult Nonalcoholic Beverage Association (ANBA), to explore the booming growth of the adult non-alcoholic beverage market. From the evolving definitions of what makes a beverage "adult," to navigating regulations and the powerful cul…
237: Compelling Reasons to Serve Elevated Non Alcoholic Drinks at You…
Tracy is joined by Cate Faulkner and Jen Veralla of Zero Proof Collective to spotlight why elevated non-alcoholic (NA) beverages are a must-have at events. Together, they outline seven persuasive reasons—from inclusivity and guest safety to innovation and increased revenue—why NA drinks go far beyo…
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...
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…
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
229: Savoring Savings: How to Navigate Rising Event F&B costs
In October 2023 at IMEX, Jaclyn Bernstein, John McKinnon, Stephanie Krzywanski and Tracy presented this session for planners on how we help our clients save money on food and beverage for events. With food prices on the rise, we all need to learn the...
228: F&B Menus as National Diabetes Awareness Kicks Off
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
227: Access & Equity: Best Practices of Catering for People with Disa…
To close out National Disability Employment Month, I'm thrilled to invite you to what promises to be an engaging and informative Eating at a Meeting Podcast episode on inclusive dining experiences with the co-founders and director of accessibility for...
226: Deliciously Inclusive: How Event Planners Cater to All Dietary N…
For the third episode of Eating at a Meeting Podcast coming to you LIVE from IMEX America, planners will join me in person on the show floor and from their offices to talk about how they are managing attendee dietary needs. I can’t wait to talk to...
225: Event Planners & Convention Service Managers: Aligning for Great…
In this special episode of Eating at a Meeting Podcast LIVE at IMEX America, I'm joined by Victoria Chivers (Tori), Vice President of Convention Services & Catering at MGM Resorts International. Tori and I will dive into the dynamic and...
224: Events Industry's Responsibility on World Food Day: Protecting O…
Monday, October 16 was World Food Day, one of the most celebrated days of the United Nations calendar. The theme for World Food Day in 2023 is "Water is Life. Water is Food." To shine a spotlight on water as the foundation for life and food. In this...
223: Fueling Success at Work: How to Optimize Employee Dietary Needs
In celebration of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), join me as I talk with Teresa Goddard from the Job Accommodation Network (JAN) to delve into the intricacies of accommodating employees with food allergies and other medically necessary dietary restrictions. NDEAM, observe…
222: Craft Beverage Dispensers: How they Help Drive Efficiency & Sust…
In this episode, Tracy sat down with Rishabh Kewalramani, co-founder of Backbar Solutions, to explore the innovative world of craft beverage dispensers. Together, they dove into the future beverage trends, focusing on the shift towards fresh and...
221: From Celiac Diagnosis to Gourmet Excellence: Chef Sarah Thompson
Elevated Dining with One of the Nation"s Top Mexican Chefs