Food 101

Daniel Lucas/ Alessandro Panattoni

Feasting on Sound the Ultimate Podcast for Food Lovers. Dive into the world of culinary arts, taste secrets, and kitchen hacks with Food 101. Your auditory guide to everything edible!

  1. 1d ago

    Food, Culture & the Brain: Carlos Davidovich on How What We Eat Connects Us | Food 101

    Food 101 features Carlos Davidovich, an executive coach, international speaker, and expert in neuro-management and human behavior, for a unique conversation that explores food from a completely different perspective. Carlos may not be a chef, but his international life and fascination with human behavior have given him a deep appreciation for the way food connects people, cultures, memories, and identity. Originally from Argentina, having lived for many years in Canada and now residing in Europe, Carlos has experienced food traditions across different cultures and communities around the world. In this episode, Carlos shares his passion for tasting and discovering different cuisines, particularly ethnic foods that provide a window into how other people live. For him, experiencing another culture is not simply about eating something unfamiliar. It is about understanding the people behind the food, how they prepare it, how they gather around it, and what those traditions reveal about their history and values. The conversation also explores the remarkable diversity Carlos experienced while living in Toronto, where cuisines and traditions from around the world exist side by side. His perspective demonstrates how a meal can become an opportunity to learn about someone else's culture without ever opening a textbook. Drawing from his expertise in the brain, behavior, leadership, and human connection, Carlos brings an unexpected dimension to the discussion: why food can evoke powerful emotions, strengthen relationships, create belonging, and help us understand one another across cultural boundaries. Join Food 101 for a fascinating conversation that goes beyond recipes and ingredients to discover something deeper: food isn't only about what we eat. It's also about who we are, where we come from, and how we connect with the world around us.

  2. Sep 14

    From Lawyer to Foodini Founder: Making Dining Safer for People with Food Allergies with Dylan McDonnell

    Originally born in Philadelphia, raised with a distinctive Irish accent, and now based in Los Angeles, Dylan McDonnell began his professional journey as a lawyer. After working in corporate law with major global technology companies, he transitioned into the world of investment funds. However, a deeply personal challenge ultimately inspired him to leave his established legal career and become an entrepreneur. Diagnosed with celiac disease at the age of ten, Dylan understood firsthand how difficult and stressful it could be to dine out or order food while managing a serious dietary restriction. While working as a lawyer in Australia, his growing frustration led him to investigate the broader problem. He soon discovered that millions of people with food allergies and dietary needs faced the same uncertainty, yet no comprehensive solution existed to help them confidently understand what was in their food. Determined to solve this problem, Dylan left the legal profession and founded Foodini, a technology company designed to help consumers identify food that is suitable for their individual allergies and dietary requirements. Foodini aims to create greater transparency between diners and food businesses, making eating out safer, easier, and more inclusive. In this important conversation, Mr. Dylan McDonnell shares his journey from lawyer to entrepreneur and explores the essential facts people need to understand after receiving a food allergy or celiac disease diagnosis. Beyond simply avoiding a particular ingredient, individuals must learn how to read labels, recognize hidden sources of allergens, prevent cross-contact, communicate clearly with restaurants, and prepare for unexpected reactions. This episode offers valuable knowledge for individuals, families, and businesses seeking to navigate food allergies with greater awareness, safety, and confidence.

    From Lawyer to Foodini Founder: Making Dining Safer for People with Food Allergies with Dylan McDonnell
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Feasting on Sound the Ultimate Podcast for Food Lovers. Dive into the world of culinary arts, taste secrets, and kitchen hacks with Food 101. Your auditory guide to everything edible!