Freestyle Flavor with Chef Tarsha Gary

By Tarsha Gary

"Freestyle Flavor" is a podcast "Cookumentary" highlighting all things FOOD! The show features interviews that uncover backstories; asks less obvious questions and celebrate the flavors we all love! Join Chef Tarsha in the journey forward in conversation with cooks, farmers, gardeners, educators, ranchers, and regular folks discussing cultural foodways, culinary history, ingredient profiles, food security and recipe fanfare.

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Viktor Le Givens - "Mo-Lasses" [Houston/Crockett, TX] S4 E2

Freestyle Flavor with Chef Tarsha GaryMar 12, 2024

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Viktor Le Givens - "Mo-Lasses" [Houston/Crockett, TX] S4 E2

Viktor Le Givens is a found object installation performance artist whose practice centers around the gathering and arrangement of ancestral objects to activate spaces for site specific public rituals. His material archive comprises forgotten and discarded household items found during excavations of East Texas, Louisiana, Havana Cuba and Mexico City. Through the accumulation of these rich cultural artifacts , le. Givens. seeks to create spaces that inspire the activation of cultural and spiritual memory. Included in these "re-memory" of family and traditions are pots of greens, beans and cornbread! Contact Viktor on line: www.southernandroid.com | Instagram: @Southernandroid00
To connect with us here at the podcast forward your email to: freshandfreestyleflavor@gmail.com - "Thanks for Listening! Your subscription is a show of support and we appreciate it!" --Chef Tarsha

Mar 12, 202451:42

McKinley Darden, III - The Daniel Fast [Houston, TX] S4 E1

McKinley Darden, III offers a sincere fireside conversation unrolling the comfort of his South Texas roots. His focus underscores a foundation built on cherished memories and family traditions. Change is the goal for the new year and the "Daniel Fast" is the catalyst driving the transition he's making for his family. Fasting has taken his awareness to new heights making the connection between quality food consumption and family sustainability more than clear. To contact McKinley regarding his commercial property maintenance company Twin Flame: (409) 201-7128. To contact us here at the podcast, send your email: freshandfreestyleflavor@gmail.com

Mar 01, 202401:24:59

Joan Bristow - Trini Black Cake & Rum Punch [Spring TX] S3 E8

Joan Bristow is a vibrant Trinidadian woman of many talents and life experiences. Well known as a multifaceted visual Artist with a specific practice of painting on silk; her lifelong career as a very accomplished Textile Designer has taken her around the world. In this episode she shares a piece of her home and holiday tradition in Trinidad with a conversation around and the actual baking of the Caribbean classic "Black Cake and Rum Punch!"

Dec 25, 202302:43:37

Anthony Hodges - Hodges Family Farm [Waterbury, CT] S3 E7

Anthony Hodges is getting the job done and it shows! Hodges Family Farm is the strongly stated progress report of a mastermind. Meet this former soldier turned urban farmer who is not afraid of hard work or sweat equity. Once a forest that was once a farm, Hodges Family Farm, located in Waterbury, CT has taken six acres to the next level with farm animals, vegetable crops, fresh eggs, fresh fruit and fresh air. Take a listen as we attend a city zoning hearing and find out Anthony's "one word!" Contact: Hodges Family Farm - 131 Montoe Rd, Waterbury, CT 06704 | www.hodgesfamilyfarm.llc | Facebook: | Instagram: |

Sep 15, 202352:37

Carmen Romeo - Fascia's Chocolates, Inc. [Waterbury, CT] S3 E6

Carmen Romeo, President of Fascia's Chocolates, Inc. is a proud native of Waterbury, Connecticut. An Engineer turned Chocolatier -- he's at the helm of this flagship family business. Established in 1964, Fascia's Chocolates, Inc. is a Connecticut legacy that is still growing, and continuing to produce high quality, handcrafted, fine chocolates and confections! Attend a class like I did: "The Chocolate Experience" and make your own chocolate bar! It's a delicious destination to add to your trip list and well worth the "sweet" return! And ..they ship nationally! Contact Fascia's faschoc.com/ or call (203) 753-0515 located at 44 Chase River Rd, Waterbury, CT 06704
We welcome your feedback and support. Please subscribe, like and rate the podcast to help us grow our listening audience. Contact Chef Tarsha at the podcast by email: freshandfreestyleflavor@gmail.com Thanks for listening!!!

Aug 25, 202326:05

Gregory Knight - Urban Fresh Gardens [Waterbury, CT] S3 E5

Gregory Knight is a proud Jamaican farmer offering a community the gift of education, dedication and food security in his own redevelopment contribution to the small town of Waterbury, Connecticut. In his role as Founder of Urban Fresh Gardens, he is "the man" with the dirt on his hands! Join me for this delightful conversation as we discover what can be done in an urban environment with a little path-finding, perseverance and faith. To contact Greg or Urban Fresh Gardens log on to https://urbanfreshgardens.com or on Instagram @urbanfreshgardens_ufg

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Jul 13, 202301:03:33

26th Annual Coushatta PowWow [Kinder, LA] S3 E4

The Coushatta Powwow is one of the largest in North America, and is truly a one-of-a-kind experience. We were there to witness the "Grand Entry," a rhythmic march that opens the competitions, when all of the dancers in full regalia claim the Dancing Ground to the accompaniment of tribal drums and singers. A "Powwow" is a family-friendly event offering a look at the fascinating culture and heritage of Native Americans. Join me on this live adventure and discovery of Native American culture, food and conversation. For more information on the Coushatta Tribal Powwow visit their website: https://www.coushattapowwow.com/ Contact us at the podcast by email: freshandfreestyleflavor@gmail.com Please subscribe and rate this podcast to show your support as we continue to build and archive of flavorful information and support our organization and educational programming at https://www.ecotoneworld.com

Jun 12, 202351:06

Chef Bleu Adams - Navajo "Dine" Nation [Provo, Utah] S3 E3

Chef Bleu Adams is a proud member of the Navajo Nation. She is described as an economic scholar and serial entrepreneur who is grounded by her indigenous resilience and dares to raise her voice against social injustice and inequity experienced by tribal nations in the Americas (particularly North America). As Director of Indigehub, she is working to provide multi-layered resources to aid tribal folks in business education, sustainability (both land and food heritage) and teach the next generation to respect our time here and give reflection to what we will leave behind. Make sure you listen for her new tasty creation "Southwestern Deviled Eggs!" There's so much to learn through this window of conversation, sit back and let her transparency plant a seed for change in you! Contact Chef Bleu Adams at www.indigehub.com and on Instagram and Facebook @Indigehub or email: bleu@indigehub.com Contact us here at the podcast by email: freshandfreestyleflavor@gmail.com We'ld love to hear your feedback and gain your support. Subscribe to this podcast and make sure you stay posted for the next great episode!

Mar 30, 202301:17:10

Jon Renthorpe - Cajun Fire Brewing Co. [New Orleans, LA] S3 E2

Jon Renthrope is the brewmaster and founder of Cajun Fire Brewing Co. Cajun Fire Brewing is a family owned and operated craft beer manufacturer based out of New Orleans, and the fifth Black-owned brewing company in the nation. Since inception, Cajun Fire has garnered a communal following for its unique flavor profiles that pay homage to the rich cultural ties of Cajun, Creole, Houma Indian, and the African diaspora, which are found in Acadian region of Southeast Louisiana. For more information on Cajun Fire Brewing Company check the website www.drinkcajunfire.com or @drinkcajunfire on Instagram.
Thank you for subscription and support of this podcast. To contact us here at "Freestyle Flavor..." send your email to freshandfreestyleflavor@gmail.com

Feb 23, 202301:09:52

Chef Nadine Nelson - Global Local Gourmet [Hamden, CT] S3 E1

Chef Nadine Nelson is known as the "Green Queen of Cuisines!" Heading up her "roving" community supported kitchen project Global Local Gourmet has taken her pots and chops to places far and beyond. Nadine's multicultural lifestyle and roots fuel her inspiration to teach the appreciation of cooking from scratch; gathering the freshness of the season and celebrating the flavors of the world! Interested in any of her online experiential classes? Check out Chef Nadine's website globallocalgourmet.com or on social media. Thanks for your support of this podcast! Be sure to subscribe so that you don't miss an episode. To connect with us at the podcast, send your email to: freshandfreestyleflavor@gmail.com

Jan 25, 202301:17:48

Margo Gabriel - The Expat Kitchen [Lisbon, Portugal] S2 E5

Margo Gabriel is an accomplished Haitian American food writer; author of "The Expat Kitchen" and global digital nomad who dishes on her life in Portugal and the significance of "legacy building" through her work. Download her cookbook and playlist at her site: www.margoscreativelife.com and checkout her Instagram @theexpatkitchen. To contact us at the podcast email: freshandfreestyleflavor@gmail.com

Jul 29, 202201:11:44

Chef Justice Stewart - Gourmet Deconstructed [Brooklyn, NY] S2 E4

Chef Justice Stewart, from school of "hard knocks" to pulling up anchor and "rocking the pots" he's all about moving full steam ahead! Justice Stewart has done it all! Focus and incredible drive has merited this superstar Chef not only with the esteem of his decorated peers but also that of the streets he's championed! Inspiring and real Justice's culinary experience will take you on an adventure not soon forgotten! To connect with Che Justice Stewart on Instagram @chef_justice_stewart or www.gourmetdeconstructed.com
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Jun 23, 202201:30:05

Chef Nana-Serwa Mancell - Veghana Life [Dubai, UAE] S2 E3

When is the last time you had tasty West African Food wearing an African print Cape? Chef Nana-Serwa Mancell takes us on a journey to live our best "Veghana Life" where, in the middle of the Arabian Desert, you'll find a food culture growing around her Afro Beats and Vegan Ghananian Cuisine! Its the "Veghana Movement" and we are here for it!!! Listen in on how a "posh" British educated Ghananian Lawyer found her way to dancing in the desert serving up pepper sauce, plantains and fonio! Connect with Chef Nana on Instagram @Veghanalife and @Caped_coast. Contact us here at the podcast by email: Freshandfreestyleflavor@gmail.com We want your feedback. Help us increase the listernership, by subscribing and sharing the podcast today! And, why not donate to this type of edu-tainment? We'd love that too! "Thanks for listening-- Chef Tarsha

May 06, 202201:24:55

Chef Pierre Thiam- Yolele African Foods [Bay Area, CA] S2 E2

Pierre Thiam is a Senegal-raised, New York based Chef, Author, Restauratuer, Social Activist and Culinary Ambassador! Our conversation illuminates his beginnings; his passion for African Food preservation like "Fonio" an acient grain gaining global popularity and so much more! To connect with his movement and purchase the delicious nutrious product line: www.yolele.com or www.pierrethiam.com To contact us at the podcast send your email to: freshandfreestyleflavor@gmail.com We welcome your feedback and your support. Subscribe to the podcast today! Thanks for Listening.

Mar 12, 202254:19

Randy Razz - Razz Organic Juice [Inglewood, California] S2 E1

More than CEO of New Rock Soul, a California based multi-media content creator; Randy Razz is a seasoned musician with true talent and acclaim. Adding "Razz Organic Juice" to the mix of his unique assembly of assets, Randy offers an insider's perspective on "the business," the journey of an artist and how his "Green Juice" became a "lifestyle." For More info on Razz Organic Juice or New Rock Soul email: newrocksoul@gmail.com or call (323) 303-4651. To contact us here at the podcast, send an email to: freshandfreestyleflavor@gmail.com We'd also love for you to show your support in a way that's comfortable-- listening, sharing, and funding makes it all sustainable. Thanks -- I hope you enjoy this episode.

Jan 22, 202259:55

Chef Nompumelelo Mqwebu - Through the Eyes of An African Chef" [Johannesburg, South Africa] Ep.8

She is quite a credit to her father and her grandmother before him. Chef Nompumelelo Mqwebu is leading South African cuisine in the right direction by taking it back to its delicious indigenous roots. Dig into our conversation full of history, African ingredients and laughs. Contact Chef Nompumelelo on Instagram and Twitter @chefnompumelelomqwebu To contact us here at the podcast send an email to: freshandfreestyleflavor@gmail.com We'd also love for you to show your support for this podcast in the best way you can, listening, sharing, and funding make it sustainable. Thank you!

Mar 20, 202101:05:13

Chef Meika Johnson [Dallas, TX] Ep7

Full of personality and flair, Chef Meika Johnson is on the move! Join us for a conversation about her journey to the top, listen for a few social media/Tik Tok tips; a classic cocktail recipe and the secret to presenting one of her beautiful "Grazing Tables!" Contact Chef Meika on Instagram @chefmeikajohnson To contact us here at the podcast email: freshandfreestyleflavor@gmail.com We also invite you to support this podcast with your financial contributions, a portion of which will go to support our youth food education programming at www.ecotoneworld.com Thanks for listening! Make sure you subscribe to the podcast whereever you listen to make sure you are updated on the next episode.

Mar 11, 202101:01:04

Evan Rocheford - Professor Torbert's Orange Corn [Indianapolis, IN] S1 E6

Taking the company's reins at age 24, find out more about how this former Eagle Scout is bringing "Professor Torbert's Orange Corn" to the global market in more ways than one. Learn about orange corn and how NutraMaize is making a real difference in how we consume nutrient dense, antioxidant rich corn products. Oh and by the way, he made the 2020 Forbes 30 Under 30 List so there's that.. Evan Rocheford..on the rise! For more information on the product line and for recipes: www.professortorberts.com To connect with the podcast email: freshandfreestyleflavor@gmail.com

Feb 10, 202101:05:13

Patrick Bierschwale - Katerra Exotics [Katy, TX] S1 E5

Texas rancher Pat Bierschwale talks Bison and makes the claim "It's the super food of the meat group." Find out more about how his ranching practice in Katy, TX and his thriving business Katerra Exotics. Who knows, you may even give bison fajitas a try after this episode! Contact Pat: info@katerraexotics.com or (281) 222-4958. To contact the podcast email us at: freshandfreestyleflavor@gmail.com

Jan 31, 202149:54

Chef Sheri Raleigh - Black Women Chefs [Waco, TX] S1 E4

Chef Sheri Raleigh, Founder of Black Women Chefs talks about her motivation to start the focus group on Instagram and how she's taken that highlight global. Email Chef Sheri: lepaindevieculinaire@gmail.com or call (254)717-3502 To contact us at the podcast send an email: freshandfreestyleflavor@gmail.com We welcome your financial support of this podcast, a portion of which will help serve our youth food education programming at www.ecotoneworld.com

Jan 24, 202158:10

Chef Timothy Banks - Feed Yourself Well [Elkridge, MD] S1 E3

Chef Tim Banks is more than Culinary Department Chair at Howard Community College in Maryland; he's a rising YouTube star! Learn more about how the 2020 Pandemic ushered in an opportunity for him to create his show "Feed Yourself Well." We'll talk about his teenage start in the kitchen and the journey forward to develop his anticipated cookbook! To follow Tim: YouTube - "Feed Yourself Well" and Instagram @ icheftim To contact us at the podcast send your email: freshandfreestyleflavor@gmail.com We would love your feedback, sponsorship and support. Thanks for the Love!--Chef Tarsha

Jan 11, 202147:44

Chef Jesse Jones - My Life In 40 Feasts [Newark, NJ] S1 E2

"POW!" Power Opportunity & Work--Chef Jesse Jones shares his story of how he has never given up. After 30+ years in the culinary industry he's still venturing to bring something new to the table with his new show "Chef Jesse Live!" Find out where he started; how he overcame his own shadow, and how he dares to "Dream Big!" Follow Chef Jesse Jones on Instagram: Chef_Jes1 To contact us at the podcast by email: freshandfreestyleflavor@gmail.com We welcome your support as well so don't be afraid to show us some love! -- Chef Tarsha

Jan 09, 202101:01:39

Chef DC Williams - Lil Bit of Cajun [Houston/Dallas, TX] S1 E1

What does it take to last more than 20 years in the culinary industry? Where can persistance, passion and focus lead you? In this episode I engage Chef DC Williams of "DC's Lil Bit of Cajun" and find out where he's been and what offered him the opportunity to launch his own line of "Hotspicycool Seasonings!" Find Chef DC on Instagram: @_chefdc_ or call (504)384-3436. To contact the podcast email us at: freshandfreestyleflavor@gmail.com

Jan 05, 202147:44