Chef Roberto Santibañez is owner of 3 Fonda restaurants in New York City and author of "Truly Mexican," Rosa's New Mexican Table" and "Tacos, Tortas and Tamales." He discusses regional dishes of Mexico. Vintner Michael Mondavi co-founded Robert Mondavi Winery with his father in 1966, serving as President, CEO and Chairman. He established Folio Fine Wine Partners in 2004 focusing on quality wines from Italy, Spain, Austria, New Zealand, Argentina and California, including Michael Mondavi Estates.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Saveur magazine Editor-in-Chief Adam Sachs is a multi-award winning food journalist who oversees print and digital magazines that transport readers through its inspiring culinary travel and cultural articles and recipes. The November issue puts a spicy twist on the traditional Thanksgiving meal. Wine maker Susana Balbo has been called "The Queen of Torrontes" and "Argentina's Evita of Wine." She discusses her approach to working with varietals such as Torrontes, Tannat, Bonarda and Malbec, This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Chef Graham Elliot co hosts FOX TV's MasterChef series and owns Graham Elliot Bistro in Chicago. The former punk rock musician turned Michelin star chef has written his first cookbook, "Cooking Like a Master Chef." Named 2015 Wine Enthusiast Innovator of the Year, Aurelio Montes has spent a lifetime raising the bar for Chilean wines, most notably his iconic Bordeaux style blend, Montes Alpha M. (Viña Montes). Son Aurelio Jr. oversees the family interests in Mendoza, Argentina with Kaiken Winery.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

The province of Umbria is known as the green heart of Italy and its only landlocked region. The food is hearty and the wines exceptional. Livia Colantonio owns Castello delle Regine, a 1,000 acre estate producing world class wines and olive oil, and a herd of prized Chianina cows to supply her estate's restaurant. Since 1850 Urbani has been the #1 name in truffles, today supplying 70% of the world market. Olga Urbani discusses the allure of truffles, their harvesting and current market.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Thomas (Tom) Matthews, longtime Executive Editor of #1 rated wine magazine, Wine Spectator, discusses the process his team takes to taste and rate 20,000 wines a year and compile the annual Top 100 Wines. As lead reporter on Spain, Tom discusses his latest Spanish Wine Report. One of Spain's greatest winemakers, Alvaro Palacios shares his spiritual side to making world renowned wines in Priorat (Les Terrasses, Finca Dofi and L'Ermita), Rioja (Palacios Remondo) and Bierzo (Descendientes)This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

A show for culinary travelers! Chef Joanne Weir has traveled the world teaching, writing and hosting her PBS television shows. Her 18th and latest book, Kitchen Gypsy (Oxmoor House), is her culinary memoir. Joanne is owner of the Mexican hotspot, Copita, in Sausalito, CA. Dave Eckert is producer/host of "Culinary Travels with Dave Eckert," airing on AWE-TV and Delta Air Lines inflight. Dave discusses different barbecue styles, a recent wine trip to Tuscany and where wants to explore next. This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Jacques Pépin is an Emmy Award and James Beard Award-winning host of 14 cooking show series on PBS-TV and author of more than a dozen acclaimed books. His newest book and TV show are Jacques "Pépin Heart & Soul in the Kitchen." He turns 80 in 2015 and shows no signs of slowing down, appearing with daughter and co-chef, Claudine Pépin, at food events around the USA, plus many birthday celebrations. Jacques' approach to cooking food is seasonal and sensible: Go for good taste and no waste.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

When NBC's Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford need a wine expert they turn to Leslie Sbrocco. Leslie travels the globe to speak and write about wine and hosts the Emmy Award winning PBS/KQED TV series, Check, Please! Bay Area. As CEO/Editor-in-Chief of Starchefs.com, Antoinette Bruno provides food and beverage industry professionals a business networking community, a collaborative environment to share knowledge through its Chefs Congress and spotlights new talent through StarChefs Rising Stars This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

After 30 years running New York City's beloved Capsouto Fères restaurant with his mother and two brothers, Jacques Capsouto, at age 68, decided to reinvent his life from restaurateur to vintner. His Cȏtes de Galilée Villages wines are produced in Israel using native varietals from Southern France. Javier Galarreta is founder of ARAEX/Spanish Fine Wines, comprised of 12 independent Spanish wineries. He discusses the three Rioja wine regions and different expressions of the Tempranillo varietal.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Pam Starr is owner, manager and winemaker at Crocker and Starr Winery in St. Helena where she makes highly coveted Bordeaux style wines. We discuss her affinity for Cabernet Franc and her unique style of Sauvignon Blanc. David Ransom shares insights from his recent visit to Sicily with Mezzacorona, owner of Stemmari Wines, Sicily's indigenous varietals and local dishes.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/)

The town of Tequila in Mexico's state of Jalisco is where tequila is made from 100% pure blue Weber agave plants. In "How the Gringos Stole Tequila," Chantal Martineau takes us to the source of tequila: how its made and how big business and tequila's booming popularity create opportunities and challenges. Filmmaker/author Aileen Bordman, takes us to the French village of Giverny, to artist Claude Monet's home and its spectacular gardens through photos and recipes in "Monet's Palate Cookbook." This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

Giovanni Bonmartini Fini's family has been making wines in Italy's Trentino/Alto Adige region since 1497. Barone Fini wines are known for their elegant DOC Pinot Grigio and Merlot. Ralph Brennan, a third generation member of a the Brennan family, discusses the New Orleans restaurant industry 10 years after Hurricane Katrina and 5 years after the BP oil spill. Founder of Ralph Brennan Restaurant Group, in 2014 he assumed ownership of the French Quarter's beloved Brennan's and Napoleon House. This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Chef/Restaurateur/Author Pierre Thiam takes us on a culinary journey to his native Senegal, whose cuisine is rich in traditions and big bold flavors. His beautiful book, "Senegal: Modern Senegalese Recipes from the Source to the Bowl," offers popular Senegalese dishes, including ingredients to stock your pantry and where to source. We discuss Senegalese super fruits, ancient grains and red palm oil, one pot cooking, slow roasting, and fermenting and Senegal's concept of "Teranga" (hospitality).This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Carolyn O'Neil is a Registered Dietitian, award winning former CNN TV food/nutrition journalist and Atlanta Journal-Constitution food columnist whose healthy message is "The More You Know, The More You Can Eat." She's author of "Slim Down South: Eating Well in the Land of Biscuits and Bacon" and "The Dish on Eating Healthy and Being Fabulous." Carolyn shares her tricks to slim down the southern dishes you love to eat, and discusses what's hot in Atlanta's dining scene.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

JBF Award winning Chef Douglas Rodriguez is called the "godfather of Nuevo Latino cooking." A Cuban-American raised in Miami, Doug leads culinary tours to Cuba. He shares his passion for Cuban food and culture. Carlos Esquivel is CEO of PILSA, producers of fine rums made in Panama. He's teamed up with Don Pancho Fernandez, former Master Distiller for Cuba's Havana Club, to produce Origenes Don Pancho, Cuban style rum made in Panama. Carlos explains the process to make authentic Cuban rum.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Melanie and David share highlights from Tales of the Cocktail 2015 in New Orleans. One standout is the increasing number of quality of vermouths and their growing popularity. Vermouth has gone from back shelf to top shelf in bars around the U.S. Adam Ford, author of "Vermouth: The Revival of the Spirit that Created America's Cocktail Culture" and Founder of New York's Atsby Vermouth, discusses the history of vermouth, how it is made and how traditional vermouth is getting a modern makeover. This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Live from New Orleans at Tales of the Cocktail we visit with Ti Adelaide Martin, a member of the legendary Brennan family and co-owner of Commander's Palace, SoBou, Cafe Adelaide & The Swizzle Stick Bar and Brennan's in Houston. Ti shares some of her favorite cocktail lore from her book "In the Land of Cocktails." Master Tea Blender Roderick Markus, President of Rare Tea Cellar, applies his extensive botanical knowledge, sourcing and blending skills to create Balsam Amaro Americano Liqueur. This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Chef Alon Shaya was born in Israel, raised in Philadelphia and now lives in New Orleans where he is executive chef and co-owner with Chef John Besh and Octavio Mantilla of Shaya Restaurant (Modern Israeli cuisine). Domenica (classic Italian) and Pizza Domenica. Frank Pellegrino Jr. inherited his father, Frank's, gift for serving classic southern Italian food with generous portions of hospitality at Rao's Las Vegas and Rao's Hollywood, offshoots of the legendary Rao's in East Harlem (est 1896).This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Chef Beverly Gannon runs three top rated restaurants in Maui: Hali'imaile General Store, Gannons and Joe's Nuevo Latino, and she's considers one of the 12 founding members of the Hawaii Regional Cuisine Movement. The Specialty Food Association's Ron Tanner discusses highlights of the 2015 Summer Fancy Food Show, trends and impact of the $109-billion specialty food industry, from regional mom & pop businesses to more than 50 countries. Hot tips: healthy juices, sweet heat and vegetable snacks.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Ann Tuennerman is founder/director of Tales of the Cocktail, the largest gathering of bar and spirits industry professionals which takes place each July in New Orleans. Ann shares her story from creating "cocktail tours" in 2002 to building a gobal brand for Tales of the Cocktail with events in Mexico City, Vancouver and Buenos Aires. The island of Crete has the oldest wine making tradition in Greece. We discuss Crete's PDOs (Protected Designations of Origin,) terroir and 11 native varietals.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Chef Greg Sonnier has cooked at his own restaurants and others in New Orleans for nearly 30 years. Now with the Dickie Brennan Restaurant Group, Greg is working with other top chefs to train new chefs about the culture and techniques of New Orleans cooking. A leading bartender, brand ambassador and expert on gin, Simon Ford launched The 86 Co in 2012 to create a portfolio of carefully sourced and crafted spirits: Fords Gin, Aylesbury Duck Vodka, Tequila Cabeza and Cana Brava Rum.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Lettie Teague is wine columnist for the Wall Street Journal and author of three books including most recent, Wine in Words. Lettie discusses her wine mentors and mavericks, the wine business and having an adventurous wine palate. Tony Abou-Ganim (The Modern Mixologist) has created numerous signature cocktails listed on U.S. bar menus, most notably The Cable Car. His career has spanned the heights, from Harry Denton's Starlight Roof in San Francisco to the lights of Las Vegas with Wynn Resorts.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Ariane Daguin, Co-Founder/CEO of D'Artagnan, has procured carefully sourced, sustainably and humanely raised meat, game and poultry to the US food industry for 30 years. Ariane also explains how D'Artagnan's exceptional foie gras is produced. Dale DeGroff, aka King Cocktail, is credited with reviving bartending as a respected profession and educating generations of new bartenders. Dale reminisces about working with legendary restaurateur Joe Baum (Aurora, Rainbow Room) who influenced his career.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

we discuss the differences between rum, rhum and rhum agricole with Ben Jones a fourth generation family member of Martinique's Rhum Clement, which put rhum agricole (made from pressed sugar cane juice) on the map. Chef, Author and Grilling Expert Elizabeth Karmel discusses the many regional types or barbecue and offers expert advice on grilling. Elizabeth is author of 3 books on grilling, appears on TV's Cooking Channel and Chopped and is chef at Hill Country BBQ Market & Kitchen.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Ralph Scamardella is Chef/Partner for The TAO Group which owns some of the nation's top grossing restaurants and nightclubs- 20 at last count. How does this Brooklyn-born chef with Neapolitan roots keep his idea pot simmering and concepts fresh? Uruguay's Daniel Pisano is 4th generation vintner at Pisano Family Vineyards. Uruguay is South America's 4th largest wine producer recognized for its wines made from the Tannat varietal. What distinguishes Uruguay wines and why does Tannat thrive there? This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

We discuss foods and wines of Greece with Chef Maria Loi and vintner Yiannis Voyatzis. Chef Loi is Greece's Culinary Ambassador with restaurants in both her native Nafpaktos and New York City (Loi Estiatorio). She's a popular TV chef and author of The Greek Diet. Yiannis Voytzis is winemaker at Boutari and president of New Wines of Greece, a trade organization to promote Greek wines. There are over 300 indigenous grape varieties in Greece and a recent trend toward single vineyard vinifications.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Allan Benton's Smoky Mountain Country hams and bacon are cult-like among top chefs and discerning diners. Allan slowly dry cures his ham with a time honored process and simple ingredients: salt and brown sugar to create a distinctive, unforgettable aroma and flavor. Chef David Guas cooks Louisiana inspired dishes at his 2 Bayou Bakery hot spots in Washington, DC. Host of Travel Channel's "American Grilled" he's author of "Grill Nation: Surefire Recipes, Tips and Techniques To Grill Like a Pro.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Fourth generation owner and winemaker, Ted Seghesio, discusses his family's 120 year legacy in Sonoma County. Built from years of growing grapes for making bulk wines to be finished by others, Seghesio only started labeling wine under their own name with the 1983 vintage. Seghesio is known for its world class Zinfandels and small production wines made from mostly Italian varietals such as Barbera, Sangiovese, and Arneis. This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

Marion Nestle is Paulette Goddard Professor in the Department of Nutrition, Food Studies, and Public Health at New York University, which she chaired from 1988-2003. Time Magazine included her Twitter @marionnestle among its top 10 in health and science; Michael Pollan ranked her as the #2 most powerful foodie in America (after Michelle Obama). Marion is author of several prize winning books including: Food Politics: How the Food Industry Influences Nutrition and Health.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Stephen Teeling's family has been crafting Irish whiskey since 1782 and has opened Teeling Whiskey Distillery in the heart of Dublin. We discuss the tradition and styles of Irish whiskey and its booming popularity. Jennifer English is an award winning broadcaster who created the Food & Wine Radio Network and can be heard on RSVP Las Vegas (KLAV 1230 AM). Jennifer covers every aspect of the industry with her erudite and articulate style that appeals to all the senses. This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Chef Michel Nischan, Co-Founder and CEO/President of Wholesome Wave, is leading a movement to provide fresh, healthy, locally grown food to under-served communities in the USA. The son of a farming family and father to 2 sons with Type 1 diabetes, Michel knows the benefits of eating freshly prepared, nutritious meals. With nearly 30 million American lacking access to healthy, affordable foods Wholesome Wave's network of nutrition incentive programs is helping to eradicate food insecurity.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Two wine industry legends talk trends, hot topics, and emerging regions. Bordeaux expert, Robin Kelley O'Connor, is a renowned wine educator and speaker, currently with Italian Wine Merchants and teaching at International Culinary Center. JBF Award winning wine and spirits journalist, Anthony Dias Blue, is editor-in-chief and partner at Tasting Panel Magazine and The SOMM Journal and founder of the San Francisco and New York Wine & Spirits Competitions. He hosts "Blue Lifestyle" on WCBS radio .This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Continuing our series, Families in the Industry, we visit with Rita Jammet, owner of La Caravelle Champagne, who with her husband, Andre, ran New York City's legendary La Caravelle restaurant for more than two decades. Rita's passion for good food and gracious hospitality has been passed down to her son, Nicolas, Founder and Co-CEO of sweetgreen, a lifestyle brand based around quick service restaurants which offer a healthy, delicious, eco-friendly experience, now with 29 locations and growing.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Warren Bobrow brings his culinary training and insatiable curiosity for cocktail history to all three of his books. His most recent, Bitters and Shrub Syrup Cocktails (May 2015), and his first book, Apothecary Cocktails, both delve into the world of medicinal mixology, from painkilling libations and restorative elixirs to the stimulating aspects of shrubs. In his second book, Whiskey Cocktails, Warren focuses on the different incarnations of this spirit and the cocktails that made it famous. This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Chef Rick Mooned has been the country's leading advocate for the sustainable seafood movement for over 25 years to bring awareness for best practices in fishing and seafood conservation. A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, Rick made his name in NYC at restaurants like Ocean and Water Club before moving to Las Vegas where he became a "big fish" with rm seafood and rx Boiler Room. Rick says over consumption is killing off popular fish species and suggest ways to make smarter choices. This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

An enlightening interview with San Antonio's Chef Steve McHugh of Cured, one of the city's most important restaurants, located in the Pearl Complex. Chef Steve opens up about his culinary background working for the great New Orleans chef John Besh, moving to San Antonio, and surviving cancer to open the amazing eatery Cured. A wonderful, personal interview, recorded live at the restaurant. This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

An enlightening interview with San Antonio's legendary Chef Jeff Balfour of Southerleigh, A Craft Brewery and Restaurant located in the Pearl complex, one of the city's hottest dining destinations. Chef Jeff opens up about growing up in East Texas, his culinary background and his affinity for Gulf cuisine, and also how he melds the different cooking styles of Texas into his menu at his newest venture, Southerleigh. A wonderful, personal interview, recorded live at the restaurant.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

A delightful interview with San Antonio's Eva Aivaliotis of the Convention & Visitors Bureau, on the history, attractions, revitalization and hospitality initiatives that are helping make the country's 7th largest city one of the hottest places to visit (and re-locate to) in the nation. Topics include The Pearl Brewery complex, Riverwalk, the "New" downtown, and of course, The Alamo. So many great things to do there! Go visit!This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Joanna Pruess discusses her career as culinary anthropologist, educator, journalist and author of 14 cookbooks including most recent, "Soup for Two: Small-Batch Recipes for One, Two or a Few." Riccardo Illy, Chairman, Gruppo illy S.p.A, discusses his family's business from its agricultural roots in Trieste growing coffee beans to produce world famous (illy) to its expansion into tea (Dammann Frères), chocolate (Domori), fruit preserves (Agrimontana) and Mastrojanni Brunello di Montalcino. This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

Author. Educator and TV Personality Nathalie Dupree has written 15 books on southern cooking and entertaining including "Mastering the Art of Southern Cooking" and James Beard Award winners "Southern Memories" and "Comfortable Entertaining." Richard Grausman founded Careers in the Culinary Arts (C-CAP) to provide underserved students for college and careers in the restaurant and hospitality industries and, to date, $43 million in scholarships. Chef Kelvin Fernandez is a scholarship recipient.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

We visit NYC's Harlem to speak with Chef Joseph "JJ" Johnson at The Cecil Harlem and sister Jazz Club Mintons. Named one of "Forbes Magazine's 30 under 30," the CIA-trained Chef Johnson blends African-Asian influences into the menu at The Cecil Harlem (2014 Esquire Magazine Restaurant of the Year). Bartending star Charles Hardwick trained as an artist and now uses his artistic talents to create cocktail programs for high end restaurants like Betony in NYC and top shelf spirits brands. This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

Champagne Laurent-Perrier USA President Michelle DeFeo discusses her approach to running the luxury label, the role of women in its 200 yr. history and Champagne pairings. Hospitality entrepreneur and hotelier Chef Charlie Palmer has received critical acclaim for his signature Progressive American cooking, his flagship restaurant, Aureole and restaurants coast to coast. His newest projects, all in New York City, include the historic Knickerbocker Hotel, Charlie Palmer Steak and Crimson & Rye.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

VINO 2015 report: Italy's Trade Commissioner for the USA, Pier Paolo Celeste, discusses the business of Italian wine, the popularity of Prosecco and Italy's emerging southern wine regions. Lee Brian Schrager, SVP Corp. Communications for Southern Wine & Spirits, founded the South Beach Wine & Food Festival (SOBEWFF) and New York City Wine & Food Festival (NYCWFF). These two world class destination culinary festivals attract throngs of wine and food fans and raise millions for charities.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

A longtime editor at Alfred A. Knopf, JUDITH JONES brought us beloved cookbooks Julia Child, Lidia Bastianich, James Beard, Marion Cunningham, Marcella Hazan, Madhur Jaffrey, Edna Lewis, Joan Nathan and Jacques Pépin, among others. Her new book, LOVE ME, FEED ME, provides delicious recipes for humans and their canine companions to enjoy. KAREN PAGE is a James Beard Award-winning author whose new THE VEGETARIAN FLAVOR BIBLE has been cited as one of "The Best Cookbooks of 2014" by top media. This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

A spirited discussion with two exciting Texas-based spirits companies: Austin's Randall Metting of Dulce Vida Tequila and San Antonio's Trey Azar of Cinco Vodka. This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Restaurant manager Scott Becker and Bar Owner Jeret Pena join David Ransom in San Antonio, Texas to discuss the 4th annual San Antonio Cocktail Conference Jan 15-18 which brings together bar industry pros to San Antonio for seminars, networking and great food and drink, all benefiting local children's charities. www.sanantonioncocktailconference.comThis show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network http://www.talk4media.com/).

Our Aloha show features two talents influenced by Hawaii: Raised in Oahu, renowned Mixologist Julie Reiner draws upon growing up with an abundance of fresh-farm ingredients to create seasonally inspired cocktails at her NYC bars, Flatiron Lounge, Pegu Club and Clover Club. James Beard Award winning Chef Philippe Chin traded the East Coast for Maui where he fuses classic French training a French- Asian upbringing and local Hawaiian products into his restaurant Maui Sugar Cane.This show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

Father-Daughter Restaurateurs Tony and Marisa May, serve authentic Italian cuisine at top rated SD26 in New York City. Italian family and cooking are the heart and soul of the Mays and their restaurant. Tony's 50 year career includes running Rainbow Room, Palio, Gemelli, San Domenico (now SD26), creating a cooking school in Italy and scholarships. Marisa has worked alongside her father since age 17 and represents the new generation of Italian woman restaurateurs. www.sd26ny.comThis show is broadcast live on W4CY Radio (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).