tasteMAKERS
In tasteMAKERS, Emmy-winning host Cat Neville profiles makers, farmers and chefs who craft small-batch, artisan products that are defining the flavor of American food and drink.
About Cat Neville:
Seeking stories over the last 20 years has led me to discover and appreciate the risks these makers take and the determination required to follow their passion. I've seen first hand the positive impact experienced by those who work each day to create something that is unique and personal and, in tasteMAKERS, I am excited to share their stories with you.
tasteMAKERS puts a spotlight on makers, farmers and chefs whose work is defining the flavor of American food today. I invite you to come along with me on this journey as I explore the American maker movement.
Crossroads of a Nation: Part II Promo
Crossroads of a Nation: Missouri’s critical role in American history
Askinosie Chocolate: Direct trade bean-to-bar chocolate
Castor River Farms: Soil-first regenerative rice farming
StilL 630: Small-batch award-winning spirits
Foeder Crafters of America: Custom white oak casks
Yoli Tortilleria: Traditional tortillas using local ingredients
Adam Puchta Winery: Oldest continuously-owned family farmed winery in the US
Tempering and Packaging Chocolate
It's not about the chocolate. It's about the chocolate.
Checking in with Sarafiner, an Askinosie field representative, in Tanzania
Farm to Factory
What is direct trade?
Chocolate University
Criminal Defense to Chocolatier
A Devastating Drought Spurrs Change
Four Generations of Farming in Missouri
Over 7 Million Pounds of Rice
Building a Brand
Re-wilding a Corner of the Farm
Close Alignment with Nature Improves Farming Outcomes
What is "Healthy Soil"
Cover Crops Feed the Soil
What is regenerative agricutlure?
A Literal Dream Come True
Indomitable Spirits
Award-Winning Confluence Gin
Largest Spirit Botanical Library in the World
Missouri Bourbon
Gin 101 with The Gin Girl