The Connected Table Live

Ana Fabiano is North American Trade Director and Brand Ambassador for DOCa Rioja and author of "The Wine Region of Rioja." She discusses the different regions of Rioja and latest developments in Spain's most renowned wine region, as well as places to visit. Food and travel writer Robin Eckhardt explores the diverse regional dishes of Turkey in her book, "Istanbul & Beyond," featuring more than 120 recipes and photographs by her husband and photographer, David Hagerman.This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 2PM ET 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/).

Legendary Chef, Teacher, Artist and PBS-TV Cooking Series Host Jacques Pépin discusses cooking with his granddaughter, Shorey, in his book, "A Grandfather's Lessons." Pépin is a recipient of the Chevalier de L'Ordre National de la Legion d'Honneur, the French government's highest honor. Jean Frédéric Hugel, is 13th generation member of Famille Hugel, a wine estate in Alsace, France, dating back to 1639. Famille Hugel produces world renowned bone dry Rieslings, Gewurtzraminer and Pinot Gris.This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 2PM ET 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/).

Stefanie Sacks, MS, CNS, CDN, is a Culinary Nutritionist, founder of REBOOT FOOD™, and author of "What the Fork Are You Eating?" She helps transform the way people eat by using hands-on culinary experiences to inspire, educate and offer practical tools for food lifestyle change. Antoinette Bruno, CEO/Editor-in-Chief of StarChefs.com. discusses the latest restaurant trends she and her team have discovered while traveling the country, and highlights from the 2017 International Chefs Congress.This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 2PM ET 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" hour talking about two of our favorite subjects: Tequila & Cocktails. First we speak with Casa Noble Tequila Founder Jose "Pepe" Hermosillo, one of the Tequila industry's most innovative and highly respected Maestro Tequileros. Next we have a lively discussion about the past, present, and future of the New York cocktail scene with Author Amanda Schuster whose delightful hardcover book "New York Cocktails" (Cider Mill Press) is now in release.This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 2PM ET 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/).

As Food Director of Good Housekeeping, one of the nation's most respected consumer magazines, Susan Westmoreland oversees recipe development, editorial print, digital and video content and cookbooks. Author of "American Seafood" and "Two If By Sea," Chef Barton Seaver leads the Sustainable Seafood & Health Initiative at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and is Senior Advisor for Sustainable Seafood Innovations at the University of New England. This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 2PM ET 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 Sherry Yard, Chief Operating Officer for Tuck Hospitality Group, a division of iPic Entertainment, oversees the company's many restaurant concepts. Sherry's career path start at Rainbow Room in NYC. She spent nearly 20 years with Wolfgang Puck's empire as an Executive Partner and award winning Pastry Chef. Master Sommelier Pascaline Lepeltier shares her passion for natural and biodynamic wines and her native Loire Valley. Pascaline oversaw the award winning wine program at Le Rouge Tomate.This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 2PM ET 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/).

Philip LaRocca, Founder of LaRocca Vineyards in Northern California's Sierra foothills, is a pioneer in organic farming and wine-making. He discusses both rewards and challenges of organic farming and why he believes organic is better for your health, the environment and for business. A former road manager for Creedence Clearwater Revival, Phil shares anecdotes from his life with the band, his transition into organic apple farming and his commitment to 100% organic wine production.This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 2PM ET 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/).

Deborah Brenner created Women of the Vine & Spirits to support the advancement of women in the beverage alcohol industry through networking events, career and leadership workshops and an annual global symposium. The town of Calistoga, located in the northern tip of Napa Valley, is known for its hot springs and mud baths. Calistoga is also a hot spot for dining and world- renowned local wineries. Chef Gustavo oversees the kitchen at Evangeline, a small restaurant with a creole-accented menu. This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 2PM ET 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/).

He's "The Flying Winemaker" whose international influence in the wine world is unparalleled. Bordeaux-based oenologist, Michel Rolland, consults for more than 100 estates in 14 countries. Another 400 wine estates utilize the services of his laboratories located in France and Mendoza. Celebrating his 45th harvest in 2017 and showing no signs of slowing down as he approaches 70, Michel shares his thoughts on terroir, climate change, his estates in Bordeaux and Argentina and his passion for wine.This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 2PM ET 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 trip to Turkey while studying in Paris at La Varenne Cooking School as a young girl inspired Chef & Restaurateur Ana Sortun to specialize in the foods of Turkey and the Middle East in her three restaurants, Oleana, Sofra Bakery & Cafe and Sarma, all located in the greater Boston area. Ana is author of two cookbooks, "Spice," and "Soframiz" (with Pastry Chef Maura Kilpatrick).This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 2PM ET 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/).

Ryan Burk, Head Cider Maker at Angry Orchard in Walden, NY, is responsible for research and development for the apple farm's renowned hard ciders. He discusses the process of making cider and styles. Raised on a farm in Lincolnshire, England, Ben Branson studied the "Art of Distillation" (pub. 1651) and recipes for medicinal elixirs to create Seedlip, a distilled botanical beverage that offers an alcohol-free, sugar-free, gluten-free, calorie-free option for nondrinkers and creative bartenders.This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 2PM ET 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/).

What makes a food entrepreneur succcessful and what drives food innovation? Sarah Masoni, Manager of Product Development at the Food Innovation Center, Oregon State Univ., explains and discusses some of the products her team is working on with budding entrepreneurs. Herbalist Brittany Wood Nickerson explains how herbs can add flavor, balance and health benefits to your diet. Author of "The Herbalist's Kitchen," Brittany leads workshops on herbal cooking and using them as culinary medicine.This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 2PM ET 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/).

Bianca Bosker traded a tech writing job for an immersion into wine for her book "Cork Dork." She worked as a cellar rat, trained with top sommeliers, met with sensory scientists to learn how the brain affects smell and taste and studied to earn her sommelier's certificate. Lynn Fritz, owner of Lynmar Estate, located in Russian River Valley (Sonoma) discusses the range of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines produced in his three vineyards using minimal intervention and meticulous clonal selection.This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 2PM ET 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/).

As President of The James Beard Foundation (JBF), the nation's preeminent culinary organization, Susan Ungaro has spearheaded many programs to increase national awareness for JBF, advocate for diversity and gender equality in the foodservice industry, celebrate the nation's culinary talents and nurture future talent through scholarships. She discusses her role for the past eleven years that has introduced initiatives such as the JBF Leadership Awards, Food Summit and Women's Leadership Programs.This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 2PM ET 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 visit with Claudia Fleming, James Beard Award Winning Pastry Chef and a Proprietor at The North Fork Table & Inn on Long Island's bucolic North Shore. Executive Chef Stephan Bogardus discusses his locally inspired menu. What are the best wines to pair with fresh oysters? Journalist and oyster scholar, Rowan Jacobson, author of "The Essential Oyster," explains how "terroir" affects different species of oysters as much as it does styles of wine. He says Chablis wines are the classic pairing.This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 2PM ET 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/).