Eating for Pleasure, People, and Planet with Tom Hunt
06/08/23 • 16 min
In this episode, host Sean Loots interviews Tom Hunt, author of the cookbook "Eating for Pleasure, People, and Planet." They discuss the progress being made towards a more sustainable future, Tom's journey in founding The Forgotten Feast, the issue of food waste, and how individuals can support a delicious, biodiverse, and regenerative food system. They also delve into the Chef's Manifesto, Tom's cooking tips for busy parents, and the root-to-fruit eating philosophy. The episode concludes with a discussion of Tom's food demo at The Plant Powered Show, where he demonstrates reducing waste, eating more plants, and investing in better food.
Main topics discussed include:
2:10 - Moving Towards a More Sustainable Future
5:07 - The Forgotten Feast
8:06 - Becoming Part of the Solution
11:20 - The Chef's Manifesto
13:10 - Cooking Tips for Busy Parents
17:12 - Food Demo at The Plant Powered Show
21:15 - The Chocolate Meditation
Resources:
Tom Hunt on Instagram
Tom's Feast Website
Tom's Book Eating for Pleasure, People, and Planet
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In this episode, host Sean Loots interviews Tom Hunt, author of the cookbook "Eating for Pleasure, People, and Planet." They discuss the progress being made towards a more sustainable future, Tom's journey in founding The Forgotten Feast, the issue of food waste, and how individuals can support a delicious, biodiverse, and regenerative food system. They also delve into the Chef's Manifesto, Tom's cooking tips for busy parents, and the root-to-fruit eating philosophy. The episode concludes with a discussion of Tom's food demo at The Plant Powered Show, where he demonstrates reducing waste, eating more plants, and investing in better food.
Main topics discussed include:
2:10 - Moving Towards a More Sustainable Future
5:07 - The Forgotten Feast
8:06 - Becoming Part of the Solution
11:20 - The Chef's Manifesto
13:10 - Cooking Tips for Busy Parents
17:12 - Food Demo at The Plant Powered Show
21:15 - The Chocolate Meditation
Resources:
Tom Hunt on Instagram
Tom's Feast Website
Tom's Book Eating for Pleasure, People, and Planet
Brought to you by Latitude Aparthotel and The City of Cape Town.
Follow us on Instagram or Facebook for the latest updates, mouthwatering recipes, and so much more.
www.goodlifeshowafrica.com
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Exploring Forgotten Foods: Embracing Indigenous and Wild Plants with Loubie Rusch
In this episode, host Sean Loots is joined by Loubie Rusch, an expert in forgotten foods and indigenous plants in the Western Cape. Loubie shares her knowledge and passion for exploring and reintroducing local indigenous plants into our diets. They discuss the ecological and health benefits of embracing these forgotten foods, the need for responsible cultivation, and the potential for these foods to be more widely available in the future.
Main Topics Discussed Include:
- Why Explore Forgotten Foods?
- Benefits of Eating Local Indigenous Plants
- The Abundance of Forgotten Foods ( approximately 1,700 indigenous plant species in the region.)
- Responsible Cultivation and Foraging
- Resources and Further Information
- Favorite Indigenous Foods and Preparation
Resources:
Loubie Rusch on InstagramLocal WildCape Wild Foods: A Growers Guide
Cape Wild Foods: A Cooks Guide
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You’re Running Out of Energy. Here’s How to Fix It with Aliya Ferguson.
In this episode, host Sean Loots interviews Aliya Ferguson, a naturopath and nutritional therapist known for her vibrant approach to food and wellness.
They discuss Aliya's background, her journey into naturopathy and nutritional therapy, the importance of a holistic approach to health, and the role of nutrition in preventing and managing various health conditions.
Main Topics Discussed include:
- Aliya's vibrant approach to food and living
- The importance of a holistic approach to well-being
- Aliya's personal journey from illness to wellness
- Common reasons to seek advice from a nutritional therapist
- The significance of gut health and the gut-brain connection
- The value of food in the home and the cultural perspective on eating
- Using tahini as a substitute for grains in baking
- Aliya's favorite ingredient: lemons and their transformative properties
Resources:
Aliya Ferguson on Instagram
Aliya's Vibrant Life website
Recipes mentioned on the podcast:
Muhammara - Syrian red pepper dip recipe
Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe
You can find Aliya's recipe for Avocado, basil and lemon pasta here.
Brought to you by Latitude Aparthotel and The City of Cape Town.
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