The Connected Table Live

Armagnac, produced in Gascony, has a storied 700 year history as France's oldest eau-de-vie. Armagnac Ambassador May Matta-Alia (www.IntheGrape.com) discusses the region, grapes, how Armagnac is produced, its styles and aging classifications, as well as the differences between Armagnac and neighboring Cognac to the north.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/).

250 miles south of Perth, Australia, Frankland Estate Winery (est. 1988) makes world-class, well-structured, food-friendly wines. Hunter Smith, Frankland Estate Co-Owner/Co-Winemaker, discusses his family's winery and its region where cool climate Riesling and Shiraz dominate. Champagne Taittinger Artistic Director and Global Ambassador Vitalie Taittinger oversees all creative and public endeavors for the esteemed, family-owned Champagne house founded in 1932 by grandfather Pierre Taittinger.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/).

Banfi Vintners Co-CEO Cristina Mariani-May oversees her family's wine importing company in 80 countries. Est. 1919 by grandfather, John Mariani Sr., Banfi is sole U.S. importer of the Mariani family's renowned wine estates in Italy, Castello Banfi (Montalcino) and Vigne Regali Cellars (Piedmont) and imports many other wines. Cocktail Educator Allen Katz co-owns New York Distilling Co., makers of Dorothy Parker Gin, Perry's Tot Gin, Chief Gowanus Gin, Ragtime Rye and Mister Katz's Rock & RyeThis 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 Amanda Cohen placed vegetables front and center on the plate when everyone else was pushing them to the sides. She's owner of New York Times 2-star rated "all vegetable" restaurant, Dirt Candy, 86 Allen St., NYC. Dirt Candy is adored equally by vegetarians and meat eaters for its creative and flavorful vegetable dishes. Amanda was the first vegetarian chef to compete on "Iron Chef." Dirt Candy has been recognized by Michelin Guide 5 years in a row. She's author of Dirt Candy: A 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/).

Anito Lo, chef/owner of Annisa restaurant in New York City, has earned numerous accolades for her contemporary American menu and a wine list dedicated to women vintners. A first generation Chinese-American, Anita received her culinary education at Ecole Ritz-Escoffier, Paris, and worked with Chefs Guy Savoy, Michel Rostang and David Waltuck. She's author of "Cooking Without Borders," is a TV "Iron Chef" winner and cooked at a White House state dinner for Chinese President Xi Jingping in 2015. 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/).

Max McCalman turned his passion for cheese into a successful profession becoming a Maitre Fromager and sought after educator, consultant and writer on cheese. Author of 4 acclaimed books, Max developed the much lauded cheese presentation at New York's Picholine restaurant, at Artisinal Bistro (where he has recently returned) and Artisinal Cheese Center.He serves as guest educator for Cheese Journeys and is Director of Cheese Studies at the Institute of Culinary Education. www.max-mccalman.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/).

Master Baker and social rights advocate, Jessamyn Rodriguez, is Founder/CEO of East Harlem's Hot Bread Kitchen a nonprofit baking enterprise that trains low-income minority women through Bakers in Training. HBK Incubates fosters small food and beverage businesses. She's author of The "Hot Bread Kitchen Cookbook." We talk southern food with chef and food Writer Virginia Willis, author of 5 cookbooks: "Bon Appetit Y'All," Basic To Brilliant, Y'all" "Lighten Up Y'all." "Grits," and "Okra,: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/).

Wellness advocate, yoga instructor and rock musician Gabriel Heymann has created Smart Beer, New York State's first 100% certified beer. Smart beer is a crisp blend of herbs and spices (think orange peel and licorice). New Orleans Bartenders Chris Hannah of French 75 at Arnaud's restaurant, and T. Cole Newton of Twelve Mile Limit, discuss the history of the Toddy and Tales of the Toddy, a convivium of bartenders in The Big Easy to celebrate holiday toddies, nogs and ciders.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/).

Antonio Rallo is fifth generation family member and co-CEO with sister Josè of Donnafugata wine estates in Sicily. Donnafuguta (means "women in flight") produces wines of esteemed character in three areas: Contessa Entellina, Marsala and Pantelleria. Roberta Morrell served as President/CEO of Morrell & Company fine wine retailers and auction house for 30 years and now is the company's Global Ambassador. She shares Morrell's history (started by her parents) and its many industry "firsts." 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/).

Dining enthusiasts will put Bolivia on their culinary travel bucket list after listening to Chef Kamilla Seidler at Gustu Restaurant in La Paz. Gustu is committed to using 100% Bolivian products in its sophisticated menu that showcases Kamilla's training in her native Denmark and work at top restaurants in Europe. Karen MacNeil is truly the "poet of the grape." This multi-award winning wine journalist and educator is author of The Wine Bible (now in its 2nd edition) and a sought after speaker.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/).

Caroline de Roussy de Sales is proprietor of Chateau de la Chaize in Brouilly, one of the most historic estates in the Beaujolais region, known for its resplendent gardens and sustainably tended vineyards with 50% of the vines older than 50 years. Popular speaker and sommelier turned successful wine retailer (first with Best Cellars and now Best Bottles), Joshua Wesson is known for debunking traditional ideas about pairing wines with food and for championing affordable, quality everyday wines. 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/).

Hervé Dechamps is only the 7th Cellarmaster and Chef de Cave in the 200 year-old history of Champagne Perrier-Jouët. The venerable champagne house and its splendorous Art Nouveau design Maison Belle Epoque represent luxury and enduring quality with a Champagne that is food-friendly and classic. Author of 14 cookbooks including Mastering the Art of Southern Cooking, Nathalie Dupree shares her time-tested tips for planning and hosting Thanksgiving from preparing the turkey to making super sides.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/).

Stefano Chiarlo and father Michele oversee Michele Chiarlo vineyards, producers of renowned Barolo, Barbaresco and Barbera wines in Piemonte, Italy. Senior Chiarlo led the way to modernize Italy's Barolo wines. At age 16 Cara Stadler made a 10 year plan to be a successful chef and restaurateur. In her 20s she opened Tao-Yuan restaurant in Brunswick, ME and Bao Bao Dumpling Bar in Portland and has received national acclaim for her menus of locally sourced ingredients with an East-West flair.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 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/).