Join Reyshan Parker on this engaging episode of "Beyond the Check" as he interviews the spirited Karen Katz, a veteran producer in food television and author of "Getting Sauced." Dive into the flavorful world of Karen's 30-year journey, filled with behind-the-scenes tales, celebrity chef encounters, and how a pandemic led to her hilarious and insightful book. Whether it's reminiscing about Julia Child's visit or discussing the evolution of the Food Network, this conversation is packed with delightful anecdotes and practical wisdom from the heart of the kitchen. Don’t miss Karen's unique perspective on the food industry and the stories that seasoned her career.

GET THE BOOK: https://amzn.to/3KaJsSy
FIND KAREN: https://thekatztales.com/

CHAPTERS:
00:00:07 - Introduction and Welcome Karen Katz
00:00:22 - Karen Shares About Her New Book and Background
00:01:06 - Behind the Scenes: The Food Network Years
00:01:26 - Becoming a Food TV Producer
00:02:14 - Unexpected Career Turns and Early Challenges
00:02:39 - From No Culinary Background to Food Expert
00:03:13 - Recipe Inspirations from Personal Experiences
00:04:25 - Memorable Moments with Celebrity Guests
00:05:07 - Julia Child's Memorable Visit
00:05:50 - Karen Reflects on her Career and Future Projects
00:06:17 - Discussion on New Book "Getting Steamed"
00:07:40 - The Impact of Traveling Shows on Career
00:09:24 - What's Next for Karen Katz
00:10:13 - Transitioning from Television to Writing
00:11:05 - Urban Gardening and Personal Projects
00:13:11 - The Issue with Modern Food Ingredients
00:14:14 - Sustainable Farming and the Future of Food
00:15:47 - Selecting Authentic Farm-to-Table Experiences
00:17:13 - Personal Anecdotes and Cooking Insights
00:18:28 - The Real Taste of Fresh Food
00:19:46 - The Importance of Ingredients in Cooking
00:20:32 - Avoiding Unhealthy Food Additives
00:21:48 - Tips for Hanging Out with Chefs
00:23:54 - Casual Conclusions and Future Plans
00:26:57 - Where to Find Karen and Her Book
00:28:30 - Final Thoughts and Goodbye

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