56: Connect Culture and Cuisine with Diem Nguyen of Litibu Collective
08/10/23 • 41 min
Connect Culture and Cuisine with Diem Nguyen of Litibu Collective
This episode was recorded live on Clubhouse.
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.litibucollective.com/This episode was recorded live on Clubhouse
**Growing Up in a Vietnamese Family:**
- Diem's parents are refugees from Vietnam.
- Recollection of growing up in a one-bedroom apartment with her family.
- Special memories of the beautiful view and connection with nature.
- Early understanding of the importance of hard work and not wasting food.
**Significance of Food in Diem's Culture:**
- Food as a scarcity-significant aspect for her parents.
- Vietnamese culture and the strong connection to food.
- Contrast between Irish and Vietnamese cultures regarding food and drinks.
**Favorite Childhood Foods:**
- Fondness for noodle-based and comforting dishes.
- Describing "Bún Bò Huế" (spicy beef soup) and "Bún Riêu" (seafood soup).
- Memories of shared meals with family and connection to dishes.
**Exploring Different Cultures:**
- Story of encountering different cultures and cuisines.
- Personal affinity towards Asian foods, particularly Vietnamese.
- Insight into Irish culture's focus on drinks and celebrations.
**Connecting with People Through Food:**
- Sharing experiences from different cultures.
- Mentioning Jodie, a rancher from Australia, and her food journey.
- Reflecting on the diverse experiences people have with food.
**Introduction to Litibu Collective:**
- Diem's journey into creating Litibu Collective during the pandemic.
- Desire to share cultural experiences and foster compassion.
- Description of the subscription box model and its components.
**Unpacking the Litibu Collective Experience:**
- Diem's excitement about her work being received positively.
- Overview of ingredients and recipes included in the box.
- Connecting with the cultural content provided in each box.
- Example of connecting with fish sauce's production process.
**Collaborations and Family Involvement:**
- Involvement of Diem's family members in creating the content.
- Brother's artistic contribution and meaningful family stories.
- Using family recipes to represent her Vietnamese heritage.
- Incorporating personal connections and stories behind recipes.
**Challenges and Overcoming Hurdles:**
- Researching and sourcing authentic ingredients from various cultures.
- Gratitude for the kindness of strangers in sharing information.
- Finding ways to adapt foreign ingredients for local availability.
- The importance of connection and collaboration within the culinary community.
**Final Thoughts and Future Plans:**
- Importance of kindness and compassion in a divisive world.
- The joy of sharing experiences and fostering connections.
- Upcoming plans to explore more culture
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Connect Culture and Cuisine with Diem Nguyen of Litibu Collective
This episode was recorded live on Clubhouse.
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.litibucollective.com/This episode was recorded live on Clubhouse
**Growing Up in a Vietnamese Family:**
- Diem's parents are refugees from Vietnam.
- Recollection of growing up in a one-bedroom apartment with her family.
- Special memories of the beautiful view and connection with nature.
- Early understanding of the importance of hard work and not wasting food.
**Significance of Food in Diem's Culture:**
- Food as a scarcity-significant aspect for her parents.
- Vietnamese culture and the strong connection to food.
- Contrast between Irish and Vietnamese cultures regarding food and drinks.
**Favorite Childhood Foods:**
- Fondness for noodle-based and comforting dishes.
- Describing "Bún Bò Huế" (spicy beef soup) and "Bún Riêu" (seafood soup).
- Memories of shared meals with family and connection to dishes.
**Exploring Different Cultures:**
- Story of encountering different cultures and cuisines.
- Personal affinity towards Asian foods, particularly Vietnamese.
- Insight into Irish culture's focus on drinks and celebrations.
**Connecting with People Through Food:**
- Sharing experiences from different cultures.
- Mentioning Jodie, a rancher from Australia, and her food journey.
- Reflecting on the diverse experiences people have with food.
**Introduction to Litibu Collective:**
- Diem's journey into creating Litibu Collective during the pandemic.
- Desire to share cultural experiences and foster compassion.
- Description of the subscription box model and its components.
**Unpacking the Litibu Collective Experience:**
- Diem's excitement about her work being received positively.
- Overview of ingredients and recipes included in the box.
- Connecting with the cultural content provided in each box.
- Example of connecting with fish sauce's production process.
**Collaborations and Family Involvement:**
- Involvement of Diem's family members in creating the content.
- Brother's artistic contribution and meaningful family stories.
- Using family recipes to represent her Vietnamese heritage.
- Incorporating personal connections and stories behind recipes.
**Challenges and Overcoming Hurdles:**
- Researching and sourcing authentic ingredients from various cultures.
- Gratitude for the kindness of strangers in sharing information.
- Finding ways to adapt foreign ingredients for local availability.
- The importance of connection and collaboration within the culinary community.
**Final Thoughts and Future Plans:**
- Importance of kindness and compassion in a divisive world.
- The joy of sharing experiences and fostering connections.
- Upcoming plans to explore more culture
Your support and contributions are vital in sustaining and expanding The Voice4Chefs podcast.
Your donations aid in amplifying the voices of chefs globally.
https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/voice4chefs?locale.x=en_US
Share your thoughts! Leave a comment or 5 star review.
https://www.voice4chefs.com/reviews/new/
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55: Part II Food Talk Show with TEDxMileHigh Chef Andrea Murdoch
In part II of this episode, we delve into the personal and culinary journey of chef Andrea Murdoch, who discovered a stronger connection to her indigenous heritage, leading to becoming an indigenous chef.
Here are the highlights:
Rediscovering Identity:
•She reflects on her turbulent marriage, when faced with psychological challenges, but found solace in a personal and cultural journey.
Culinary Education:
•Attended the Culinary Institute of America (CIA), transitioning from baking and pastry arts to culinary arts.
•The CIA's rigorous and disciplined program, often compared to the West Point of the culinary world, emphasized excellence and professionalism.
Leaving the Day Job:
•Overwhelmed with responsibilities, including running a business, writing a book, and volunteering, and decided to take a mental health break.
•Through the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), they rented a cabin to decompress and ultimately left their day job, supported by a compassionate boss.
Passion for Indigenizing Cuisine:
•She expresses a love for Italian food and rustic soul food from various cultures.
•She creates unique recipes by incorporating indigenous ingredients and flavors, sharing their expertise with curious diners.
Teaching at Navajo Technical University:
•Her experiences as a guest teacher at the university have been transformative and rewarding.
•Initially reserved, the students have grown more confident, actively engaging with rapid-fire questions about their culinary expertise.
Nurturing Autonomy and Community:
•Located near the Navajo reservation, the university's students strive to make positive changes in the local communities.
Join us as we explore the personal and culinary journey of chef Andrea Murdoch, and her passion for indigenizing cuisine, and the impact on students at Navajo Technical University.
Connect with Chef Andrea Murdoch
Website: https://fourdirectionscuisine.com
Instagram: @fourdirectionscuisine
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fourdirectionscuisine
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Your donations aid in amplifying the voices of chefs globally.
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57: The Wandering Foodudes YouTube Success Story
Special Live Clubhouse Episode Release:
The Wandering Foodudes YouTube Success Story from 5K to 55K
Introduction:
The hosts Poetic and Fisch recount their journey from ordinary careers to becoming food bloggers.
Taking a passion for dining out together into a full-time business.
The motivation and partnership that fueled their rapid growth to over 50,000 subscribers on YouTube.
Segment 1: The Beginning of the Food Blogging Journey
The hosts discuss their decision to become food bloggers and the initial challenges they faced.
How they leveraged their friendship and open communication to work effectively as a team.
Insights into their growth from 5,000 to 50,000 subscribers on YouTube in just a few weeks.
The role of continuous learning and adapting to social media trends in their success.
Segment 2: Navigating the Pandemic
The impact of the pandemic on their food blogging journey.
How they viewed the lockdown as an opportunity to learn and start their venture.
The importance of giving back to the community and supporting local businesses.
The motivation to embrace new challenges during the pandemic.
Segment 3: Planning and Strategizing Their Food Adventures
The hosts' approach to planning and brainstorming their next food adventures.
The role of their "hookah meetings" in shaping their content and ideas.
The process of researching and selecting locations to feature on their channel.
The goal of showcasing the entire menu to encourage viewers to try a variety of dishes.
Segment 4: The Art of Food Styling and Presentation
The hosts share their journey of improving food photography for their social media.
The techniques they learned to capture visually appealing food content.
The evolution of their video production process, from initial struggles to working with a videographer.
How they aim to honor restaurants by showcasing their dishes in the best possible light.
Segment 5: The Food Sampling Dilemma
The hosts' approach to sampling food during their reviews.
The challenges of eating everything on the plate and its impact on their early videos.
How they've streamlined their process to take multiple bites and share with their camera crew.
Examples of food discoveries that surprised them during their culinary adventures.
Outro:
The hosts express their passion for exploring diverse cuisines and sharing their experiences.
A teaser for upcoming episodes and food adventures.
A reminder to embrace opportunities and chase passions, even during challenging times.
Gratitude for their journey and the support of their growing community of viewers.
Connect with The Wandering Food Dudes:
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The Voice4Chefs Podcast - 56: Connect Culture and Cuisine with Diem Nguyen of Litibu Collective
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We're just excited that you're joining us in this very special house called Food is religion. We are now 7900 members strong around the world. And we talked about food. We talked about culinary arts, we talked about lots of things around food, but also about culture. And today, I'm really excited to host this talk show. I host it once a month. And then we have this talk show every month on Sundays. We have incredible conversations. I want to
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